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Are you doing a fellowship program into the ED? If you are, then yeah, you should be okay. If not, I would not recommend it and don't think that's a good idea. The last time I saw that happen was a nurse care navigator (office job) made the switch and she quit within a month because it was too chaotic for her. It's a lot to take in and it will be overwhelming. You need the education and resources to be successful in that environment. Good luck and I hope it all works out for you!

The only perk to home health is the schedule being super flexible. Charting is daunting at times but atleast you get to do it at home? When I did it I felt like I was working constantly. I severely dislike the point system, if that's what you use. Also, if they require you to be case manager and on the point system - way too much work for the pay.

So, what you are saying is - bullying is normal, apart of "human nature" and endorse it? I think not. Hierarchy does not equal bullying, but outlines leadership roles. Also, we are not animals, so there's that. Also, not being accepted instantly is fine but should not justify people being directly malicious towards someone because they are new. I'm sorry to be snippy and blunt but I disagree with the whole idea you have presented here. Bullying is specifically intentional and cruel. It is not the same thing as being mean because the person is stressed out. I too have experienced bullying, I'm sure we all have. However, I take that as an experience I don't want a new nurse to the unit to have. I won't be participating in that behavior and in fact I have corrected coworkers for doing it! It's not right.

Are you applying for the standard RN jobs in those departments or are you applying for the job listings that state "Fellowship RN" for that specific unit? The RN positions/job listings in specialty areas will typically always require experience in that area. You shouldn't need experience in those speciality units if you apply for a fellowship program. Unless, maybe you live in an area where it is pretty tough to get into a specialty unit. Also, I would go down to that unit and talk to the manager to see what you need or what they are looking for. Show your face, shake their hand and that will go a long way. However, like other posters have stated - it will help you to bolster your resume if you add some pertinent things to it. You should go shadow nurses on those units (add that to your resume). Shadowing will show the hiring manager that you know what you are getting yourself into. Go get some certifications (ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, etc) or join speciality organizations (ENA). Good luck to you! Hope everything works out!

This is terrible advice. Please don't get on here with BSN, RN behind your name and suggest that a nurse should not report a med error that could result in patient harm. This makes me think you have done it and are dangerous. This advice is horrifying and scares me. What this nurse did was the right thing to do.

Do you work in a healthcare facility that utilizes a pneumatic tube system? Yes No What is the main concern you have with pneumatic tube systems? -They often break down/tube system being down -Leakage of specimen -Pneumatic tube system being contaminated -Certain specimens not being able to be transported in tube system -Specimens getting lost -Regular maintenance and updating of software -Suppliers helpline support is non existent -Tube system takes too long to get fixed From 1-5, how often do you rely on the tube system to transport specimens? Not often 1 2 3 4 5 Very often From 1-5, how much does the efficiency at the hospital get affected when the tube system is not working? Not Much 1 2 3 4 5

All programs are going to be different in one way or another. Bottom line, just get a BLS regardless if the program offers it or not. It is better to have it and not need it. Rather than be in a situation where you wish you had it.

"Is nursing school really that hard?". That is a subjective question and going to be different depending on who you talk to. Some people find it to be the hardest thing they have ever done. That reason might be because they are married, have kids, and work as well. Some people don't find it that hard because they are just gifted or maybe they have no other obligations. The toughest thing about it was how much time it required. Studying, papers, Care Plans, clinicals, etc. The time constraint and always being busy was what I found hard to get used to. Mostly because I have a family and having very little time for them was...sad, I felt sad about it. But, it's temporary. You can do anything, as long as it's temporary.

I never dissected any humans or animals in nursing school. Only a pig kidney and heart in A&P.

Anything that is able to keep up with software updates and downloads. I have had my laptop since 2015 a mac book air. It got me all the way through nursing pre-reqs and my BSN. Im rounding my first year of NP school and its no longer useful. This computer is so old it is unable to keep up with the browsers needed for proctored exams. I had to buy a new computer. But, the most important thing is that it runs and has a decent storage space because you will have to download a lot of documents. These days I think most colleges use microsoft email/one drive. So, that is a bonus because you can save all of your papers under your student email account.

I would enroll into an fall 2024 ADN program and then bridge to your BSN. That is the fastest way. BSN takes a year or less to complete depending on where you go. The RN program is the toughest part (time consuming). The BSN portion is fairly easy (mostly research and writing papers).

1.What is your educational background, position or role? I have my BSN, currently attend a Family Nurse Practitioner program, and I am an Emergency Department RN. 2. Why did you decide to go into this nursing specialty? I went into the ER because I wanted to help those with life threatening conditions. Resuscitation has always been an interest of mine (CPR, Mass transfusion, RSI, cardioversion, sedation, etc) . Also, triaging patients is fascinating because the nurse has to do the assessment and try and figure out what could be happening to the patient before the provider sees the patient. I enjoy the intellectual stimulation of assessment and trying to understand what condition the patient has before the diagnosis has been made. 3. What is the best and worst thing about your job? The best part of my job is helping save a life. This is a team effort and being a cohesive team is so rewarding. The relationships in nursing I have gained are lifelong. There is something about trauma bonding with a teammate that is unmatched. The love felt after a neonate is revived is surreal and that is the moment I am stoked to be an RN. Worst thing is seeing a patient or their family forever changed by a traumatic event. That event can be a death or loss of a limb/eyesight. 4. What advice do you have in pursuing this specialty in nursing? If you are going into critical care..be ready for a large learning curve. Do not be closed minded, accept help and advice from experienced nurses. When you don't know how to do something, please ask for help and instruction/education. 5. How do you as a nurse collaborate with other health care providers? It's all about approach. If I question an order, I state "I am wondering what your thoughts or reasoning for this order is, given XYZ?". Understand that providers are human too and have bad days where they are grumpy. Additionally, be your patients advocate and if needed go up the chain of command to get the proper care for a patient. 6. What advice do you have for future nursing student? Stay positive. Nursing school is hard and the first year is hard. The first year I slept constantly and had imposter syndrome. Self-care is important. Be nice to yourself and give yourself grace to learn and grown.

I am from CA and went to nursing school in WA. Everyone knows CA is notorious for their long list of requirements. Make sure the school you are going to meets all of CA requirements. I had to drive right more than an hour to school everyday just because of the accreditation. There was a school 10 minutes down the road that accepted me to their program but did not meet CA requirements. Just be diligent in making sure everything lines up perfectly.

People choose LPN vs RN for different reasons. For some people they need to get in and get out of school quickly to gain a paycheck. There are many different reasons. I have been both an LPN and now an RN. I went into an RN program that allowed me to get my LPN half way through the program. In the role I was in with my LPN, there was no real difference in job role between LPN and RN. However, I wanted to get my RN and BSN because I planned to to go NP school. It really depends on what your personal goals are. They both have specific job opportunities within the region you are living. Look up jobs in your area for LPN and RN. Then, look up wage difference. I am happy with my decision to get my BSN and continue onto NP school. I think I pushed too hard too fast. I would not recommend doing a residency while getting your BSN - many nights I cried from the stress.

What specialty are you in? Have you spoked to the nurse educator or management about needing a single preceptor and the disadvantages/concerns over switching everyday?