isis07734

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1. Best critical care book

   isis07734 replied to abidingpanda's topic in MICU

   How would you characterize these? :Constanzo, Guyton, or even BRS Physiology

2. Burned out

   isis07734 replied to emmjayy's topic in MICU

   I've found that it takes 12 mos to feel ok, and 1.5 to 2 years to feel comfortable. My vote is to hang in there, but not if its affecting your health. Just know it won't last forever and one day it'll just hit you :)

3. Anyone here work at Univ of Mich?

   isis07734 replied to isis07734's topic in Michigan

   Congrats to you guys! I know it's a big deal, and not easy to get Magnet status! Have BSN! I applied to both UM and Royal Oak this week, and will be going to the job fair next week. All the way from Florida! I never thought I could work with the...

4. Anyone here work at Univ of Mich?

   isis07734 posted a topic in Michigan

   Hey all! I'm looking for some insight as to which units have great reputations. I know the Unit Managers and co-workers can make or break a floor. Feel free to PM if you prefer, will be confidential. :) And also, if anyone has any insider tips fo...

5. tips and tricks for difficult IV starts?

   isis07734 replied to amzyRN's topic in Emergency

   If ppl keep coming to you saying I got a flash or I got it! But it blew.. lessen the the turniquet pressure.

6. Moving to Michigan! (Help)

   isis07734 replied to isis07734's topic in Michigan

   Update time! I now have my BSN, and JUST sent my ink finger prints to Michigan! The ball is rolling faster! I sent an email to theUM nursing recruiter, who was super friendly and helpful- but on the website, they dont have any AA cmapus nursing jo...

7. Nervous to Go Back

   isis07734 replied to TruvyNurse's topic in Med-Surg

   They will train you and make sure you feel ready, dont worry :) And they will continue to watch you after you train. Help is always around. (should)

8. Question about holding meds?

   isis07734 replied to Scarlettz's topic in Med-Surg

   I'd hold it. You can always give it on the next set. But yes, the proper answer is: get parameters.

9. Why is Med-Surg so hated?

   isis07734 replied to Nola009's topic in Med-Surg

   *You're (phone typing)

10. Why is Med-Surg so hated?

    isis07734 replied to Nola009's topic in Med-Surg

    Not sure if your serious.. People, because, definitely.

11. EMTs Ever Look at You Like You're Dumb?

    isis07734 replied to Avill's topic in School

    Keep on keepin on, and then you can look at them like they are dumb one day.. :) if you want, of course. Remember, no one, and I mean no one knows what it's like to be a nurse, unless they are or were one.

12. ANCC Medical Surgical Certification

    isis07734 replied to megamiepona's topic in Med-Surg

    I think how much you need to study depends on how many years youve had on MS, and what kinda hospital you work in. It was a long test, haha. You will get tired of the questions and maybe even start answering too fast or lazily, DONT.

13. Why is Med-Surg so hated?

    isis07734 replied to Nola009's topic in Med-Surg

    I think some ppl view it as a starting point, bc it's so physical it would hard to be a retiring time job when one is older. The social aspect can be hard for some, some of these people are here so often they work the system, while management is pus...

14. hanging blood with the wrong fluids

    isis07734 replied to newnurse012's topic in Med-Surg

    Glad it turned out ok. Scary tho, i'm sure. I always use a 500 bag with blood, one less opportunity to mess up.

15. Moving to Michigan! (Help)

    isis07734 replied to isis07734's topic in Michigan

    Just wanted to let you all know that I appreciate each of your comments and learn more everytime someone posts!