Mugwump had a great idea offering services to new grads as a mentor (thank you for that!)
So, I thought having a "sticky" for new grads, OB nurses, students, and others with questions who want to post these can do so here. We also seem to see many of the same questions over and over, so perhaps this would help serve as an ongoing discussion of common issues/questions we all seem to have on our minds. This could serve not just for those asking directly, but others who may be "lurking" and looking for information or considering a career in OB, newborn, GYN nursing, or midwifery, doula services, childbirth education, lactation consulting, or other related work.
So if any mod thinks this is a good idea, mind stickying this?
Let's give this a go and see how it works out. We have many potential "mentors" here among us who, I am sure, would LOVE to help a new nurse/midwife/doula or student on his or her way to a rewarding career. I know I would love to help out!
I am doing my careplan on a newborn with no issues other than a high bilirubin. I need 3 nursing diagnoses and cannot think of any. I was thinking of doing altered parenting processes r/t illness of infant AEB newborn under phototherapy, bilirubin 7.4, and IV fluids.
I could use some advice if that is okay and some other suggestions!
I am currently a Pre Nursing student. I am looking for any advice on how to get into the L&D area. I am interested in becoming certified to work in OB nursing, NICU, postpartum, antepartum, newborn, and nurse midwifery. Any suggestions on what specific certifications that I should get to work in all forums? (When responding please try not to use any abbreviations, since I'm just starting out :))
I've been working in postpartum for a few months and love it. I have 345346 questions but I will limit this post to one...maybe two! Edema in the postpartum period is the main focus of this post - I have searched my books and online and can't find too much information.
- Is pittiing edema in the lower and upper extermities (bilateral) considered "normal" in the postpartum period?
- I understand it can be associated with preeclampsia. I really want to know more about the pathophysiology behind that if anybody has a resource..
- Can you suggest any other nursing interventions other than elevation of the extremity? I've read to increase fuids too to flush it out? Ambulation?
- What assesments should I do to rule out any serious problems? (Listen for crackles to rule out pulmonary edema, check swelling is bilateral and homan's sign to r/o DVT, ask about headache & check blood pressure to r/o eclampsia...)
- How long does the swelling usually take to go away?
Huge huge thanks to any of you who are willing to share your time and expertise!
Hello. I am working on a resume and have some questions. I am a member of AWHONN but all is really means is I played the fee, I am not on the board nor do I hold an office, I just receive their publication. Is AWHONN membership still a good thing to mention on the resume?
Also, right now most of my job descriptions are plain: triage patients, assess patients, administer meds etc. I came across some samples that state things like: coordinate patient care through a continuum and facilitate the achievement of optimal outcomes in relation to care, quality and cost effectiveness. If I use the latter I will have a three page resume. What are some thoughts about simple vs. flowery?
Well as far as the AWHONN do you attend meetings, then you are a "active member" also I try to use the nurse job description in my resume instead of care for patients, you might right i formulate the nursing plan of care for my patients and assess, and reassess my interventions and evauluate the responses.
Hello, I'm a new grad. If I had the choice to work Med/Surg or Postpartum which would be better for a future in NICU or L&D? I am hoping postpartum would be a good starter floor, but I just want to make sure. I would hate to have as difficult of a time getting a job after a year in PP (as it's been very difficult as a new grad). Thanks!
for nicu specifically, i feel a mother/baby unit would be most beneficial for sure. the reason for this is because dealing with neonates is very different than adults. the pathophysiology is different the signs and symptoms of illness are different, lab values are different, etc. a mother/baby unit, although dealing with healthy infants for the most part will allow you to begin to recognize common complications of newborns, signs, symptoms, how prematurity affects newborns, experience with breastfeeding, etc. mother/baby also gives you a chance to see if you even like the baby population.
on the other hand, i personally feel med/surg experience would be more beneficial in l&d. it is important to know how to deal with adult diseases so that you are able to identify when things are abnormal and so that you understand the pathophysiology behind it. the benefit of going to postpartum is to decide if you like the mommy population.
with that being said, it's important to try to stay motivated to learn no matter which unit you go to. if you decide you would like to try out another unit, then talk to the manager about ways learn more about the unit so that you can be prepared with how a normal day runs there. all 3 of these units are very different (pp is like m/s, l&d has some or, ed, nicu like icu), so it is important to know where your heart is and where you feel you'll thrive.
Hi all, I am interested in working LDRP after I graduate. For all of you who are L&D or LDRP nurses: what do you like most about your job, and what do you dislike most about your job? And for those of you who have worked in other areas of the hospital, how does it compare to L&D (better or worse)? Thank you.
I am not even in college yet but I have some nursing questions. I want to be a pediatric nurse. Should I volunteer at a doctors office to see what happens or just try to get to college for now? Please let me know.
Hi all, Im new to this website and I think its a fabulous idea!! I also already have a question. I will be graduating with an MS with specialty as a womens clinical specialist. I want to be a midwife as well. Im wondering what my best option would be, to recieve my post certificate or to do the DNP. Im so confused can anyone help me?
I was recently offered a position as an RN in Mother/Baby. I have plenty of questions to come I'm sure..my first is..does anyone have a suggestion for what stethoscope I should use? I have a cheapo one from nursing school, but definitely will need an upgrade especially since that one is no good for the babies :) Would any of you like to share what you use? Or point me in the right direction? Thanks and I appreciate your help!!!
harveycp
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I am doing my careplan on a newborn with no issues other than a high bilirubin. I need 3 nursing diagnoses and cannot think of any. I was thinking of doing altered parenting processes r/t illness of infant AEB newborn under phototherapy, bilirubin 7.4, and IV fluids.
I could use some advice if that is okay and some other suggestions!
Thanks!
Catherine