Liquidiamond

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1. What do new nurses look for in a Preceptor?

   Liquidiamond replied to Jonesskky RN's topic in New Nurse

   I'm just about to finish my preceptorship. I lucked out and I have a great preceptor. I think one of the best qualities she has that she knows how to walk that line between giving me a helping hand and letting me fly solo. I know she's there if I nee...

2. Nurse/Patient Ratios

   Liquidiamond replied to markjrn's topic in International

   The surgical floor I'm on (in NB) is usually 6-7 on days, 7-8 on evenings, and 10-13 on nights. I believe our ICU has a 1-2:1 ratio.

3. Nursing Schools in Nova Scotia

   Liquidiamond replied to bizzymum2's topic in International

   Oh, with your prior experience and degree, have you considered an accelerated program? The University of New Brunswick offers a 2 year BN program.

4. Nursing Schools in Nova Scotia

   Liquidiamond replied to bizzymum2's topic in International

   Dalhousie is more expensive compared to other universities in the maritimes. But you do have the benefit of being in Halifax. Also, if you're interested in paeds, the IWK is there. I've heard good things about St. FX, but I'm not familiar with CBU's ...

5. Nursing the old fashioned way

   Liquidiamond replied to Scarlette Wings's topic in General Nursing

   Maybe we're old fashioned at my hospital, but we still have metal bedpans and gerichairs :S