labordude BSN, RN

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    Any advice for a prospective NICU nurse?

    labordude replied to Ttillrn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I didn't read all the way down. They are pretty explicit in what they consider new grad RN. It makes it tough because hospital aren't always willing to train early career specialty switchers which is...
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    Any advice for a prospective NICU nurse?

    labordude replied to Ttillrn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Job Info That is a new grad posting for Cleveland Clinic that includes NICU as one of the
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    Any advice for a prospective NICU nurse?

    labordude replied to Ttillrn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    One of the problems is that when positions open for NICU, they don't tend to last very long. I've found people don't leave the NICU all that often either. Something key for you is to actually meet...
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    UAC/UVC Placement

    labordude replied to OwlieO.O's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I've never worked worked anywhere where the bedside RNs place UVCs/UACs. That being said, I am trained for high-acuity/high-risk transport team and I do have additional training to place those lines...
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    Why?

    labordude replied to Zhaq's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is really two different, but related issues. The shortage of spaces in nursing programs is related to the shortage of nursing educators. If more people were hired to fill those roles, the...
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    Newborn Bath

    labordude replied to tmdl's topic in Ob/Gyn

    What's all the rush to give the bath? There is an increasing amount research supporting the delay of the first bath for at least 6 hours, ideally longer. The decreases in thermoregulation and...
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    Male WHNP/CNM

    labordude replied to amos24's topic in Ob/Gyn

    klone, what do you want to know? I started off in NICU 8.5 years ago, though I really wanted L&D. At the time everyone wanted experience so I took something related to it. Of course, I fell in...
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    Job position for L&D, POSTPARTUM, NURSERY

    labordude replied to j0yegan's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I just accepted a position where I will be expected to work in all aspects of MCH. Even though the LDR and PP are separate, all nurses work in all areas of the
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    Male WHNP/CNM

    labordude replied to amos24's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I'm a guy who has worked in NICU, nursery and now moving to LDRP and planning to be a CNM. I have been a lactation counselor for almost 6 years. Never once have I been asked to leave a room, but that...
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    Am I doing this ALL wrong? Resume critique PLEASE!!!

    labordude replied to jujuwah's topic in Ob/Gyn

    As someone who has been on both sides (hiring/interviewing candidates and doing my own applying), at first glance I stopped reading about halfway through the objective statement. First, the vast...
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    Why? Are you For real?

    labordude replied to Nurse J1112's topic in Nursing Humor

    Think about it from their perspective as the hiring managers. It's likely they are receiving MANY applications for the same position and each person has the same basic required qualifications. While I...
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    Cover Letter for New Graduate

    labordude replied to HopefulSRNA1234's topic in New York Nursing

    If you are applying to specific units, you can always call the unit and ask for the name of the manager. If they really want to know why, you can say (honestly) that you want to send them a letter. If...
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    Cover Letter for New Graduate

    labordude replied to HopefulSRNA1234's topic in New York Nursing

    I think my one and only cover letter for nursing was for my new grad position. Are you only applying through the online system for these jobs? Have you thought about finding the name of the hiring...
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    Salary for experienced nurse

    labordude replied to catica1124's topic in Florida Nursing

    Florida isn't know for their particularly generous salaries. If you decide to travel, your years of experience mean almost nothing in terms of salary. Searching the web shows some news that Orlando...
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    Is using sucrose in neonates a good idea?

    labordude replied to tinkerbell419's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Also remember that delivery of sucrose via sucking is the preferred method. The research supports this method of administration as compared to squirting the liquid in their mouth with an oral syringe....
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    what grad degree are you guys going to pursue?

    labordude replied to edwindelahiggins's topic in Men in Nursing

    After my BSN, I went on and got my MBA. Now I am finishing up an MS. CIO and then CEO is my career goal. I'm just not interested in nursing management at
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    Nursing Salary Survey 2014

    labordude replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    Geographic location - MA Pay rate - $41.70 + diff In which area / specialty do you work? - NICU What type of license do you have (RN or LPN)? RN What type of degree and/or certification do you have?...
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    Best Companies for a New Traveler

    labordude replied to Travtam's topic in Travel

    I am a fan of RN Network, having worked with them on about 10 contracts. When I have taken their housing, it was excellent. I have constant access to my recruiter and a clinical manager (who is always...
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    MSN - Informatics - Suggestions?

    labordude replied to featherzRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Other than University of Memphis (and apparently Vanderbilt which does block formats), I don't believe any of those have required site visits. The lowest cost option is probably University of South...
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    MSN - Informatics - Suggestions?

    labordude replied to featherzRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Nova Southeastern University Vanderbilt University University of Maryland University of Pittsburgh University of South Alabama (which is relatively cheap compared to others). East Tennessee State...
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    Lateral Violence

    labordude replied to Sensibility's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You completely misunderstand my statement of "growing a pair." I was in no way suggesting that you needed to be a "tough girl." Additionally, being a nice person doesn't mean that you accept being...
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    men in pediatrics:) thoughts?

    labordude replied to hrawlins's topic in Men in Nursing

    Given several "best nurses" for the job, as there is usually more than one choice, the nurse who adds the most to the unit should be hired. In many cases, units are in dire need of increased...
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    what is GIR in TPN

    labordude replied to al.ghada68's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    This math doesn't make sense. In order to get a GIR of 11 with D6.2, you need to be giving almost 250ml/kg of fluid. Were there other things running as well with higher Dex? Quick calculations for...
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    Difficult Coworker

    labordude replied to Tobygo2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Many people who say the things you do avoid conflict because they feel inadequately prepared to handle it (what do I say, what if they get mad, etc). Don't feel bad, it's a large part of the entire...
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    Lateral Violence

    labordude replied to Sensibility's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    One of the biggest issues I see in people dealing with lateral/horizontal violence is the pervasive weakness in conflict resolution and "crucial conversation" skills. As a group, people (not just...