ShannaRN

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1. Child in ICU

   ShannaRN replied to sydylo's topic in General Nursing

   No, I wouldn't perceive this as rude as it should be done with all

2. SICU interview: questions for the manager?

   ShannaRN replied to angelladyclaire's topic in MICU, SICU

   What are the characteristics of the most successful nurses on this unit? What are your expectations of a new nurse on this

3. Stupid mistakes!!!!

   ShannaRN replied to kit3375's topic in First Year After Licensure

   When I was in clinicals my instructor taught me to tape the empty vials to the syringes so I would not get them mixed up. I'm not sure you would have time for that in the ER but it sure would beat...

4. freaking out.......

   ShannaRN replied to elfchen1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Try to be positive first of all and there is nothing wrong with you! The NCLEX is really a challenge. Keep studying and keep your chin

5. Thank you cards?

   ShannaRN posted a topic in General Nursing

   I had a interview with a nurse recruiter today for my dream job/hospital. I have read in many threads it is professional to send a thank you card after interviews. What sort of stuff should you write...

6. 2nd Interview with L&D yesterday...

   ShannaRN replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I know how nerve racking it can be trying to get the position you really want. I also am having the same experience you are right now. I interview for the hospital of my dreams on Friday. Sorry I...

7. How soon after graduation did you take the NCLEX?

   ShannaRN replied to pink2blue1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   :yeahthat: I totally agree. Take it as soon as possible. You will be scheduling your test and feel that urge to procrastinate. Don't! Get it over with as the information is still fresh in that...

8. Mom & Dad were right: I'm a screw-up

   ShannaRN replied to suture_self's topic in Male Nursing Students

   Awwww, don't think your a screw up. Nursing is hard work. The tests are like nothing else you've ever had. They like to know that you can apply the facts and not just memorize them as with other tests...

9. Online Applications.

   ShannaRN replied to ShannaRN's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks to everyone who replied.:thankya: I did receive a call from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics this morning. This was my first pick hospital that I had applied to. It's just a phone...

10. Online Applications.

    ShannaRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was wondering what you guys think about online applications. Is it worth it or should I stop wasting my time and do it the old fashioned way of pen and paper. I have put in 5 online applications and...

11. Am dreading second year.......

    ShannaRN replied to Dratz's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Gals.... your second year will go so fast you will hardly even have time to notice. Don't give up and don't give in. Those are words from my second year teacher and I will remember them with every...