RNperdiem

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  1. Input Needed - What brand of scrubs do you prefer?

    RNperdiem replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    Gray's Anatomy: The color is Ciel Blue, which is a required work color. These scrubs are made from a nice material. I am picky about fabrics; many of the cheapy scrubs are made from a stiff "boardy"...

  2. Best nursing job for parent

    RNperdiem replied to AJ1980's topic in General Nursing

    I personally have found per diem scheduling to be the simplest way to manage my family responsibilities. To get where I am, I did work full time in nursing for 3 years (2 on my current unit), was...

  3. Switching from Neuro ICU to Cardiac ICU

    RNperdiem replied to AreEn123's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    A couple of random things come to mind. I have floated a lot to both types of units. In neuro ICU, you watch blood pressure carefully to make sure your patient has enough perfusion pressure, but in...

  4. Ultrasound or nursing?

    RNperdiem replied to bluestar776's topic in General Nursing

    My sister works xray. We work in the same hospital. Her job is less stressful than mine with a defined work schedule, less physical wear and tear, less blame for everything that goes wrong with...

  5. Seeking the Right Nursing Career

    RNperdiem replied to Shelby71's topic in General Nursing

    If you hadn't ruled it out, I would have suggested ICU. We can manage just fine without techs. Micromanaging depends on your managers and individual workplace norms. Are you sure you don't want

  6. How much do YOU think nurses are worth?

    RNperdiem replied to mystory's topic in General Nursing

    Question your friends and relatives who are living the big money life more closely, and you might see a bit more. How many hours do they work? Is free time really free, or are they expected to check...

  7. New Grad Transition, Help!!!

    RNperdiem replied to snapdragon13's topic in General Nursing

    A short honeymoon period followed by anxiety when reality sets in is a normal part of

  8. If I become an RN and then become a PA could i still work as an RN

    RNperdiem replied to bayleyf's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like a lot of student loans to repay with the 2

  9. Who Creates Nanda & how can I become more involved?

    RNperdiem replied to Plumrose15153's topic in General Nursing

    As you said, you are a novice and lack experience. Why not start by gaining a broad base of valuable nursing experience? If you work at a hospital like mine, there is a committee run by nurses...

  10. Switch Shifts?

    RNperdiem replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe a combo of days and nights. I work with some nurses who work a couple weeks of days then a few weeks of

  11. Denied PTO for my marriage

    RNperdiem replied to ryuunohime's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was in a similar situation, but had very little time off because was new. I scheduled my working days so I could have a long weekend free for the wedding and weekend local honeymoon. This gave us...

  12. Unhealthy habits/Facebook posts from friends/family that make you :( ?

    RNperdiem replied to ClaraRedheart's topic in General Nursing

    Social media was once a lot more fun when it first came out- before all the political rants, everything everyone liked about people I don't know, and the overall bloat. I found it useful to limit its...

  13. New grad-Body/mind on high alert all the time due to anxiety

    RNperdiem replied to Summers3's topic in General Nursing

    Time to bring on all the coping skills you have and learn some more. Being right off orientation is an extra stressful time. There is no quick fix to decrease your anxiety. You can begin with good...

  14. New grad first job-Is this the norm in nursing??

    RNperdiem replied to Hopefulnurse30's topic in General Nursing

    I had 8 weeks of orientation as a new grad, as well as a charge nurse who does not have a patient care assignment. A charge nurse is the most useful resource for a new nurse. My experience as a new...

  15. Telehealth vs. Travel Nursing for living abroad

    RNperdiem replied to mlg0331's topic in General Nursing

    Doesn't Switzerland have a strict immigration policy? Would you be allowed to just live there, much less

  16. Any career changers in here?

    RNperdiem replied to NaturesMedicine's topic in General Nursing

    How much responsibility for home and family do you have, and how much energy? My sister lived in scrubs 7 days a week between school during the day and weekend and night shifts as a tech at a psych...

  17. My Rude Awakening!!

    RNperdiem replied to RutgersFlower2016's topic in General Nursing

    Workplaces like yours are always hiring for a reason. Once you get some experience, plan to move on to something better. I work ICU, and do not have to depend on CNAs for patient care. A no-show...

  18. Lazy, attitude giving, lip smacking, eye rolling CNA's trying my sanity!

    RNperdiem replied to Longleggedstar's topic in General Nursing

    I could overlook some problem attitudes if the residents on the LTC were getting the care needed. If the CNAs are doing their work and the residents are properly looked after, then maybe they don't...

  19. confessions of a RRT

    RNperdiem replied to yahoomagoo's topic in General Nursing

    Best of luck in your new adventures. I am sorry you didn't have good working relations with many of the nurses. Personally, I think of the RTs as my brothers(and sisters) in arms. When things go south...

  20. Games to teach students about Alzheimers/or memory loss

    RNperdiem replied to St. Brendan's topic in General Nursing

    Read a book called The Thirty-Six Hour Day. It is filled with memorable examples of life with dementia. For example, when you tell someone with advanced dementia to go take a bath, you are asking for...

  21. Parent of a patient on the "other" side

    RNperdiem replied to mmc51264's topic in General Nursing

    As a parent who has seen the inside of a few PICUs, I understand about the double room. I was amazed that they still existed in ICU. Hope you and your son feel better

  22. I'm here for the patients

    RNperdiem replied to EaglesWings21's topic in General Nursing

    You are training the visitors, who might be new to the hospital environment, on how to take care of basic needs. Now when these visitors are thirsty again, they will know what to do. Sometimes...

  23. Life advice for an orphan

    RNperdiem replied to Wartocin's topic in General Nursing

    Following a passion in something risky is OK if you have a backup system or decide that working 3 jobs to support your art is worth it. My cousin is an opera singer. Her father has millions and her...

  24. Nursing bag

    RNperdiem replied to LM838's topic in General Nursing

    As a per diem staff nurse, I don't have a locker, so I tend to carry what I need in a backpack. The lunch bag takes up the most room; most of us pack a lunch in my department. Some pens, brain...

  25. Socks & clogs??? - Help!!

    RNperdiem replied to LM838's topic in General Nursing

    In the summer I wear athletic socks with my clogs. They stay in place, have a little cushioning, wick moisture and are reasonably priced. In winter, I like Smartwool socks. Some people feel cold...