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    So over it!!

    preemiepoweredRN replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you! Great catch! I know I take great pride in the sweat and tears it took to earn my nursing degree and then licensure.. to think that other people are able to carry the title nurse without any...
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    Beanbags out? Need proof!

    preemiepoweredRN replied to NICU_Nurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We still use bean bags (frog positioners) and log-style bean bag positioners for the tiny babies in our NICU; haven't heard of anything about this study? Please forward if you find out officially
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    Friending patient families on social media?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Missie Hannie's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Follow your heart. Saying that, I would clearly not jeopardize my license or job for the sake of maintaining a relationship with a former patient, so if you feel that continuing the relationship...
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    IV infiltrate: Lessons Learned

    preemiepoweredRN replied to NeoRN11's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It sounds like you did the best that you could have done in this situation. The fact that you are able to reflect now is good thing and by doing so you will definitely be even more vigilant with all...
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    Fired Due to Not Being Able to Get to Work

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Studentworker's topic in General Nursing

    ^^^^Amen^^^^
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    Do you consider it helpful or not to be given a Pt’s attitude during a report?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    I've been given report on the " most challenging patients and families" and then went on to have a completely pleasant shift with the same people. I think if it's a matter of safety ( for myself or...
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    NICU ICU

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Gurleen's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    My advice would be: Do not overthink the interview. Considering that you have had some nursing experience, you are a little bit more grounded than a new grad and that is to your advantage. It will be...
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    Doulble lumen UAC v/s double lumen UVC

    preemiepoweredRN replied to aimeern31's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I've only seen single lumen UACs and double lumen UVCs in my practice. What benefit did the director anticipate using the double UAC line/why the change in
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    No rehire !!!!!!!!!!

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Yorker's topic in General Nursing

    ^^^My sentiments exactly.. We have to make the most of the opportunities we are presented, WHEN they are
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    MD was angry I questioned him.

    preemiepoweredRN replied to ella2990's topic in General Nursing

    Wow- HIGH FIVE for advocating for your patient, even in such an intimidating situation with the MD!!! I can still remember at 2 years being somewhat terrified at times to do what you did, but...
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    Is 28 too old to become a travel nurse?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to jchristine89's topic in Travel

    You are definitely not too old to travel, but may want to consider more experience under your belt as a staff nurse. Travel nursing is a great opportunity, but you will be expected to know what you...
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    How much to tell recruiter...?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Good_day's topic in Agency Nurses

    I agree with the above comment. As long as you are marketable and have good references, most recruiters will not hound you for too much information (in my experience)..but with that said, do not...
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    Skin care in the NICU

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Pajefferson16's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I have worked on a couple of different units and each did things a little different (1) Triple paste (2) Vaseline/A+D-prophylaxis most places (2) Z-Guard/Hydraguard cream (3) Desitin/Illex cream or...
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    If you could redo it....would you choose nursing?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to ICURNPA92's topic in General Nursing

    Wow..I think about this often (especially when work gets "hard" aka most of the time). I think I still would choose nursing.. Not sure what I would do otherwise for a
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    Decrease in acuity with travel nursing?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to guest4/24/17's topic in Travel

    Totally agree with what's been shared. As a current traveler, I feel your pain related to having less acute patients than you're use to, but none the less I wouldn't trade the experience for anything...
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    Need to buy nursing shoes

    preemiepoweredRN replied to gokusims's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I wore regular athletic running shoes for the longest, thinking we do enough running at work-right? But eventually I started getting foot pain after 12 hrs of work. I didn't like Dansko specifically...
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    I got fired while being on orientation at a hospital for just 1 week. Why did this happen?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Strugaaa4eva's topic in General Nursing

    So sorry this happened esp after going through the whole first week. You definitely deserve more of an explanation than "you'll receive a letter in the mail". I would request a meeting with the...
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    Will nursing wreck my hands?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to BookishBelle's topic in General Nursing

    YES, your hands will take a beating, but they won't fall off, or least mine haven't after 11yrs! The hospital soap for handwashing varies (as far as how your skin reacts to it) and the sanitizer can...
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    Don't wake the Dr, Or maybe I should?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Beautiful_Soul's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I remember starting off as a new nurse, always being terrified to call the doctor and wake them in the middle of the night. Over the years I've realized that if I'm concerned enough about my patient...
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    I can't get "poop" taste out of my mouth?

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Philly85's topic in General Nursing

    ^^ completely agree with both points and have those very points reiterated every time I work.. and I'm a firm believer that "you learn through what you go through". Being a nursing student, you have...
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    Floating from the NICU

    preemiepoweredRN replied to sfk26's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I think I would have refused as well. It comes down to scope of practice and like you mentioned it would be absurd to think that a pediatric nurse floating would take a 23weeker assignment. It's not a...
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    Nurses Eating Nursing Students

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Cisabel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Definitely not excusing the nurses actions, but the instructor should have paired you with another nurse. Period. Speaking from experience, it is difficult (but not impossible) when you are already...
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    Babies with NICU hotel accommodations?

    preemiepoweredRN posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Inquiry/Rant- Just wondering if this happens in other NICUs. I'm currently in a unit where babies tend to linger around waiting in stable condition for basic procedures ( ie G-tubes) that could...
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    Christian Nurses

    preemiepoweredRN replied to HannahMarine30's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Hi HannahMarine30, I can relate to the social "awkwardness" that you speak of, however that which I've found awkward to me, is what God has used over and over to set me apart and draw other people to...
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    CNA in postpartum or NICU

    preemiepoweredRN replied to Nursing24/7's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I haven't seen a lot of NICUs using CNAs. I know some units do, but it's definitely not the norm. Are you making plans to return for your nursing degree? This honestly may be the best way to get your...