maleNICUnurse

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1. What is a typical day like?

   maleNICUnurse replied to cajrio's topic in SRNA

   That 24 hour, 2 days a week deal seems pretty damn sweet to me......I can't imagine.....

2. Guys in the NICU

   maleNICUnurse replied to SteveNNP's topic in Men

   Hey Steve and 2 all.........with breastfeeding......teaching is it is the same as any other subject......when it comes to actually assistance, one, be professional and respect privacy.....even offer if mom would like a female nurse to assist....two, ...

3. Guys in the NICU

   maleNICUnurse replied to SteveNNP's topic in Men

   Hello....I've been working a Level III NICU for a year now....what questions or concerns do you have?

4. How many of you are LPNs vs. RN/BSNs???

   maleNICUnurse replied to Notanurse's topic in Men

   Hey People......My stats, 24 years of age, Registered Nurse with a BSN working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.....RN since May 04'...currently anticipating a Nurse Anesthesia Program interview..........solely entered nursing to become a CRNA.

5. Organization Tips and Suggestions for the NICU

   maleNICUnurse replied to maleNICUnurse's topic in NICU

   Gompers, I appreciate that. Your method seems to be pretty good. Someone just told me about it, but you told me in detail. I feel if I can get in the habit of doing that early, it will prove beneficial. Is this used by many? But, once again, thank yo...

6. Organization Tips and Suggestions for the NICU

   maleNICUnurse posted a topic in NICU

   Hello to All..... I am new grad excited and anxious to enter the realm of neonatal nursing. I am seeking advice, tips, and/or suggestions from NICU nurses on methods they use for getting and staying organized thru their shifts. I've heard of peo...

7. Kaplan CD

   maleNICUnurse replied to starcandy's topic in New Nurse

   I would not say that NCLEX deals with mostly therapeutic communication. It all depends on which randomized test the computer determines that you will take. As for the CD, I got like 50s and 60s and passed the NCLEX on the first time with 140 question...

8. competitive NICU

   maleNICUnurse replied to BSNgrad2004's topic in NICU

   I agree with everyone else, just wanted to add, when asked, " Why the NICU?", DO NOT say, "Because I love babies". That is the worst answer to give. Say something that you truly feel. Take time to think about WHY (NICU) now, before the interview. 9 t...

9. please share your NCLEX study schedule

   maleNICUnurse replied to caseyspen's topic in New Nurse

   Hey, First and foremost, DO NOT rush to take your boards.....that is the last thing that you want to do.....God forbid you fail (by rushing), discouragement will take it's toll on you......and the fear of you failing again will linger.......so, j...

10. failed nclex 5x

    maleNICUnurse replied to momx2's topic in NCLEX

    MOMx2....first off....stay positive.......don't get down.....I know it's easier said than done, but just try.....I would recommend KAPLAN.....the long, boring content videos do suck but......they teach you ALOT. Do not rely on just the classroom time...

11. I Got In!!!!!!!!

    maleNICUnurse replied to bwt02's topic in CRNA

    Congratulations btw02......best of luck to you......if you don't mind me asking, how long were you in the ICU? When did you begin sending out applications? I ask because I am interested in starting a NAP around the same time as you are now.......once...