SmilingBluEyes

Specializes in L/D, newborn, GYN, LTC, Dialysis

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    About to start first job as RN-L&D

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Belinda-wales's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I used to live in Gilbert, AZ right off Gilbert Rd. But it was some years
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    being new in ob

    SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn

    GOOD LUCK and let us know how you are
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    being new in ob

    SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I find our lady docs are very clean and tidy. I love that. Our men need a D- on this area. they are the ones who tend to leave a bloody mess in their wakes, and the woman all up in stirrups, a...
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    did i make the right decision?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to love2shop's topic in Ob/Gyn

    ivillage.com has a support group for people who are unhappy with their birth experiences. You could try
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    did i make the right decision?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to love2shop's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Please understand, we were not there at your labor nor are privvy to your medical history, so anything we say really is not necessarily on-target or what you need to hear. That is why I would urge you...
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    Associate to Bachelor Degree

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Ace1979's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Good luck in your RN-BSN program! It's a great step you are
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    did i make the right decision?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to love2shop's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think to evaluate this and give you advice is out of our scope as nurses on this board. If I were you, I would request my medical records be sent to and evaluated by a physician or midwife who is...
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    About to start first job as RN-L&D

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Belinda-wales's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am sure they will be HONORED to have you; I know I would. Let us know how it
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    About to start first job as RN-L&D

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Belinda-wales's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Good luck
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    I Love My Job! :O)

    SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Then it was certainly win-win for you, Jan!!!! That is great when the rare serendipity situation arises in our work lives. It's something I appreciate more each
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    I Love My Job! :O)

    SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Funny thing is, I became perdiem in a rather involuntary way, out of necessity--- not choice--- back when I had my daughter. I have been a nurse nearly 10 years yet only worked fulltime 2 1/2...
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    What's your experience with doulas?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to EnergeticRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You are right. Many women think having an epidural is the only way to go. It is very hard to turn this around. So many come in wanting epidurals and yet barely contracting and like 1 cm. Part of it is...
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    I Love My Job! :O)

    SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am happy being per diem and hopefully will never do it any other way. The burnout factor is very high in many of my fulltime
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    Have you had a baby at your hospital??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to shortstuff31117's topic in Ob/Gyn

    They sure can where I am, unless they are on pitocin or have elected to have an epidural. I agree, great time to ambulate......is anytime in
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    Thoughts on Maternity nursing.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Nurse AllBetta's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I never waste time or energy worrying what other nurses or others think I do. I know what I do IS "real nursing" and that is all that matters to
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    being new in ob

    SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Every place is different. In one hospital, where I have worked, the MDA rolled in his/her cart w/the goodies inside. In others, we have to get it all. These things are all locked up in a room and we...
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    4th degree Laceration..ouch!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to nurse79's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Our OBs have been good about this for years, at least 7 or so. I rarely see them cut anyone. They prefer to let the peri stretch and "prove" itself. They understand you create a really easy and clear...
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    being new in ob

    SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn

    One big yet simple piece of advice: KEEP UP ON YOUR CHARTING during LABOR , cause when pushing, you have no time. Keep your labor charts up to date as you go. This will save you time later. Chart...
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    What's your experience with doulas?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to EnergeticRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Anecdotally, I am totally for epidural in some cases. I am also pro-natural for those who really desire it. But for my case, I feel an epidural kept me out the OR to have a c/section with my son....
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    I Love My Job! :O)

    SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am so, so happy for you, Jen. Keep up that positive attitude. I am sure your patients love you-----I really love seeing someone so happy and enthusiastic.... Enjoy your
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    No Medical Background

    SmilingBluEyes replied to 2bNurseNik's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. I did so. I was a supply systems analyst in the US Air Force when I got out and went to school on my GI Bill. I had no medical background at all. 10 years after graduating RN school, it's going...
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    Chronic COPD'er, 1 lung, 02 @ 6L/min. What would you do?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in General Nursing

    I, for one, am learning so much from you all. Thank you for the opportunity to see varying opinions and
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    Do you put on sterile gloves?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to IsseyM's topic in Operating Room

    I agree, so let's stop this here. If anyone is attacked and/or insulted by another poster, please, instead of responding directly, ONLY report it, using the red triangle at the bottom left of the...
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    Voluntary C-Sections?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Patient advocacy in the labor and delivery setting requires advocating for TWO patients at a time, mom AND baby. In this light, I can't advocate for non-medical strictly elective surgery in a person...
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    Postpartum fall risk assessment

    SmilingBluEyes replied to htrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Let us know how the survey goes and what you learn, please? I am very