"nursy"

"nursy" RN

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  1. How to Approach Manager about Transferring to Another Unit

    "nursy" replied to peachshan's topic in General Nursing

    Basically, honesty and a direct approach always works best. You have "heard" that she has blocked people from transferring, but you don't really have the facts. Transferring involves being accepted...

  2. New Grad - Help in deciding

    "nursy" replied to yurtiedsh's topic in General Nursing

    I won't lie, Med Surge is hard, your first year will be hard. Success tends to depend on what kind of support system you will have, esp what kind of preceptor/internship program they have. In a...

  3. I need help. Do I need a new job?

    "nursy" replied to Grande_latte04's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry you had to go through that, but don't give up on nursing. Corrections is notoriously tough (did it for 5 years). I loved the job, loved taking care of inmates, really felt like what I...

  4. Infusion Nursing?

    "nursy" replied to NewGradRN96's topic in General Nursing

    I was an infusion specialist for years. One handy hint: Even if someone teaches you on a certain pump, you will probably not remember everything, and may be at a lost in the home care setting....

  5. Work from home nurse job M-F?

    "nursy" replied to Nurseynurse1116's topic in General Nursing

    My personal response to schedules has been interesting, and I've worked all the permutations: 7 on 7 off, 3 12's, M-F, etc. It seems whichever one I'm doing seems great in the beginning, and then...

  6. Specialties and Advice

    "nursy" replied to gtb3435's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, to be the most eligible for most specialties, it is recommended to have a good foundation which usually means putting in some time in med surge. After that, you can kind of figure out...

  7. Going back for PMHNP or travel nursing?

    "nursy" replied to Tally4970's topic in General Nursing

    I've been a nurse for 40 years and loved all the things I did, and never had any desire to go back to school. However, if I was starting out now, I would definitely be considering going back to NP...

  8. Question about Medical Knowledge

    "nursy" replied to premurse's topic in General Nursing

    Learning something and keeping it in your head are two different things. Doctors learn more than we do. And if you become a neurosurgeon you will know the brain inside and out. But you would...

  9. My current job is putting my license at risk, and I feel my only option is to quit while I still have my reputation. How do I address this in interview?

    "nursy" replied to wernicke's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, that you should not mention your grievances against the previous employer. There is no way to make it sound good. All you need to say is you are looking for a change, which is very common...

  10. Non-Traditional New Grad Seeking Job Advice

    "nursy" replied to DancinGal's topic in General Nursing

    Most nurses would be envious of someone who knows exactly what she wants to do and has an opportunity to do it! Go for

  11. Military spouse and new grad job advice

    "nursy" replied to Willofthewisp's topic in General Nursing

    There are always ways to make a change. The beauty of nursing is that no one is ever "trapped." Getting or changing a nursing position is usually dependent on multiple factors, and theses...

  12. Leaving Bedside Nursing. Interview help

    "nursy" replied to Beave11's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with pp, don't focus on anything negative. Always talk about positive, I.e. I'm looking to expand my knowledge base, I love learning new things, while I was doing my nursing I realized how...

  13. Nursing: Expectation vs Reality

    "nursy" replied to CPres2018's topic in General Nursing

    Newbie nurses sometimes have the worst circumstance .....they are new, there's so much to learn, sometimes the support isn't there, it's just rough. And those pie in the sky ideals of "helping...

  14. I Feel Responsible For A Patients Death

    "nursy" replied to Flashsomefang's topic in General Nursing

    A patient would have to be pretty severely compromised to be in a state where they could potentially die from a sip of juice. Many things happened, many decisions were made, many orders written...

  15. Leaving after 4 months...

    "nursy" replied to CAL-AL1130's topic in General Nursing

    IV'e been a nurse for 40 years. Back in the day, I thought nursing was the be all and end all, and I would have urged anyone to go into nursing because it was such a great area. And I have truly...

  16. New RN Questioning Leaving Hospital Setting

    "nursy" replied to BabyTurtle2k11's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know what your financial situation is, but I became a school nurse and I love it. Very low stress, but the pay is much

  17. Quick! Blame the Nurse!

    "nursy" replied to vintagegal's topic in General Nursing

    I was in the same type of position as you are. When my husband started to complain about the effects my stress was having not just on me, but him as well, it was time to quit. Best decision I made,...

  18. Post-shift anxiety

    "nursy" replied to rnash679's topic in General Nursing

    Really pay attention to your documentation. As you document, it should be evident if you have taken all necessary measures. If you document that you instructed on Foley and patient verbalized...

  19. Give up nursing career?

    "nursy" replied to IamaNurse001's topic in General Nursing

    It's very important to be exited about what you do, and It's obvious you are excited about being an entrepreneur. When you read enough of these posts, there is a decided lack of enthusiasm from a lot...

  20. Unsure of My Next Move

    "nursy" replied to missnursingstudent19's topic in General Nursing

    There's never a "bad" time to apply, just go for it, you have nothing to lose. The cons to working in a clinic/Dr office are not cons, if that's what you really want. The pay may be lower. If ten...

  21. RN coworker discouraged me

    "nursy" replied to LPNwithBIGdreams's topic in General Nursing

    She is probably jealous because you're going back to school. Remember, the best revenge is living

  22. Wound care

    "nursy" replied to Mrssykes's topic in General Nursing

    That may be true in theory, but I can only tell you what I saw in practice. I worked in an ICU for 4 years where we had NO pressure ulcers using side positioning. Also it is critical to maintain the...

  23. Wound care

    "nursy" replied to Mrssykes's topic in General Nursing

    The most important thing I have found is offloading. When I had my first ICU job, we were meticulous about turning patients, and I mean turning them, and making sure they were ON THEIR SIDE. Never...

  24. Your favourite Nursing textbooks/books?

    "nursy" replied to dcheung21's topic in General Nursing

    I read a book that is NOT a textbook, but IMO should be required reading for anyone in healthcare. It is called "My Stroke of Insight." It was written by Jill Bolte Taylor, a neuroanatomist, who...

  25. RN

    "nursy" replied to Hopefully41's topic in General Nursing

    When you apply, nobody is going to actually test you to see if you can lift 50 pounds. However, you will be in many situations where that ability will be critical. You're walking with a patient and...