Hey all. I currently work as a nursing assistant in an ICU. I enjoy parts of my job, but am starting to get tired of the routine. I've considered transferring to the ER, but I'm not sure I'd fit in...
Hey all. I am in the market for some new scrubs and I have heard good things about these. Anyone have an opinion on them? I just want to make sure they are worth it since they are quite expensive....
I have a quick question for the trauma nurses out there. How does a level 1 center operate as far as nursing assignments? Do you just wait around for a trauma to come in or do you take patients from...
I'm a bit curious, what are your techs responsibilities? I work as a tech in an ICU, but most of my day is consumed with baths. I would imagine baths are few an far between in the ER. I would guess...
I thought I'd give you all an update. I just got my first pair the other day. I went with the ER pants and the "trauma" shirt. Basically I went with the top and pants with the most pockets (I'm a...
If you have the time, it would be helpful to work as a CNA at a local hospital. You will get a really good idea of what nursing is all about. Plus, a little cash never
Hey all. I just started a new job and I am having a bit of trouble. While doing my training on the unit, all I hear from all the aids and nurses is backbiting. As soon as someone leaves, they talk...
Well, I have worked a few shifts on the same floor and things are not any better. I am attempting to keep my distance from it all and its going well. If someone says something to me, I just say,...
Big thanks to everyone. I have heard good things about Vandy and now I feel even better about my decision to move to Nashville and pursue a position there. I would love to get onto the Lifeflight...
Yeah, the cardiac and ER internships piqued my interest. I have the goal of eventually working as a flight nurse, so either one seems like a wise choice for a first position. Thanks for the
Thanks for the advice. I am hoping to pick up one of the new grad internships at Vanderbilt. At his point, the pay isn't my highest priority. I just want a good first job experience. I don't have...
I'm hoping to move to Nashville soon. How was Vanderbilt? I've heard good things, but there are always two sides. Also, do you know any good areas to live in Nashville? I've heard Brentwood is...
Thanks for the input. I was considering the ER pants with one of the shirts with a lot of pockets. Is there any difference between ER pockets and the regular cargo ones? It's good to know about the...
Well, I started school wanting to work in some sort of humanitarian aid position. After finishing 3 of my 4 years and spending some time working overseas, I realized that the work was not hands-on...
Hey all. Here is my situation. I attended another Indiana college for a few years for an unrelated major. After deciding to pursue a career in nursing, I changed schools and am currently working on...
haha, great story. I must admit, when I started working as an aide, I was not prepared for the sheer gravity-defying abilities of poo. Somehow, it ends up in the weirdest places. Don't get me...