thoughtful21 BSN, RN

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    Can I still become a nurse after being diagnosed with Ehlers Danlos?

    thoughtful21 replied to britebeads's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Before I started nursing school, I didn't realize how many different opportunities there are in nursing. It's incredible! Maybe these links will be helpful to you: Types of Nursing Careers &...
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    How can I get more OB experience as a student/new grad?

    thoughtful21 replied to thoughtful21's topic in Ob/Gyn

    My parents need me right now. We're a close-knit family. :) My husband's job is also in this area. I could apply for a job in OB at the larger hospital in my area, but because I have so little...
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    Are you discerning with your "likes"?

    thoughtful21 replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I "liked" your comments because I was so happy that you (somebody, anybody :) answered my post. Thanks, klone! If I recognize a name, and I've liked/agreed with their comments in the past, I'll be...
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    Anybody have rituals they do when a patient passes?

    thoughtful21 replied to crnfaIwillbe's topic in General Nursing

    When one of my patients passes away, I spend a moment (maybe 30 seconds) holding the patient's hand in silence. It can be hard to believe that the person who had a beating heart, blood pressure and...
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    New Grad hired in the ER, question.

    thoughtful21 replied to Alexx_xox's topic in General Nursing

    I know two nurses who started in ER as new grads, and it was a perfect fit for them. :) They both had EMT experience. Best wishes to
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    How can I get more OB experience as a student/new grad?

    thoughtful21 replied to thoughtful21's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Nope, can't relocate. I have to stay close to my family. There is one larger hospital in my area though, and I'll call them and see if they have a residency program. Thanks for the good idea! Can you...
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    How can I get more OB experience as a student/new grad?

    thoughtful21 replied to thoughtful21's topic in Ob/Gyn

    To clarify my question a little further...I've heard vague rumors about nurse residency programs, but don't know much about them, and don't know of any in my area. No hospital will be willing to train...