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bellehill, RN · Dec 3, 2008

Hi Ladybird! Welcome to neuro nursing. When I started in neuro I bought a textbook by Joanne Hickey called Clinical Practice of Neuroscience Nursing and I started reading. There is so much to learn so give yourself time to take it all in. If you want to get your feet wet before you start, try to study the different lobes of the brain and what each lobe is responsible for. Then I would dive into the cranial nerves and their pathways. Aneurysms are a big topic and so are brain tumors. Like I said, to narrow it down is impossible so just jump in. Good luck!

cjscountry · Dec 18, 2008

I am a new grad and I just landed a job in our neuro ICU. I am nervous/scared/excited. I am going to be going through a six month orientation/training program, but it still makes me nervous. Good luck!

pawashrn · Dec 25, 2008

Hi guys
Just wanted to introduce myself! Im new to this site.
I have just landed a job in intensive care which specializes in neuro, and my start date is the 26th of jan 09 (i can't wait). My back ground is in acute medical / gastroenterology. I would really appreciate any advice on anything i should be reading up on!!
Ladybird79 x

nursing is a lot facts that we cannot do anything about without a doctor. basically, a nure can't treat a high grade fever unless the doctor orders the tylenol. Don't get wrapped up in neuro. Get wrapped up in basic nursing obligations and responsibilties. Like maintaining clean technique when no one is in the room when you contaminate the dressing.