Hi , I would like to ask for some good books or reading materials on periop 101, im an NP and would like to eventually dive into tbe OR but my experience is cvicu/cardiac surgery. Are there any books...
thank you.im hoping to transition to full time if and when i find an opening. and i think it would be easier if i get experience. most of them dont have any full time openings. I was thinking the same...
how are you doing w/ ambulatory care nursing? how was the transition from med/surg to pre-op/pacu nursing? i would appreciate any help you can give me as i am about to start a per diem job and works...
prolly bec you know you'll get stuck with them for a while and might not get a chance to see how the others are doing / baseline upon coming to your shift..im not sure but i guess it depends how sick...
hi, ill be starting in august in a med/surg floor, can you describe what goes on, what you usually do once you punch in, and describe your daily tasks, and time management, and organization skills...
hi, no you dont since you will be going to nursing school here in US. TOEFL and CGFNS only applies to those who are planning to take the NCLEX but went to school outside of US. hope this
lvloverRN replied to MInursingstudent's topic in General Students
you have to start with your ABC, does your patient have a problem with airway? does he have a problem w/ breathing? i would think so since he has a hx of COPD so your 1st dx would probably be...
lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
THANK YOU ALL FOR THE POSITIVE ADVICE. IT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!!! any more other nurses willing to give suggestions and advice are welcome!! thank you
lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
we did! only for 2-3 weeks. clinicals were greatly spent at a hospital. being a student and being an RN fully in charge of your practice IS TOTALLY DIFFERENT IN THE REAL WORLD. if you are not willing...
lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
wow thanks a lot... im glad i found this forum -- its nice to hear from experienced nurses. i will make a note of every single suggestion and tips... greatly
lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
ok great...atleast its something to be thankful for .. i just want to be prepared as much as i can... may i ask what i should keep handy w/ me besides the usual stethoscops, a good pen and a pair...
lvloverRN replied to lvloverRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
oh wow... i have a 3day orientation next week and will be with a preceptor for 2weeks..i hope to be able to grasp everything during those times.... and just go as you said w/ a positive attitude.....