NefforamaRN

NefforamaRN BSN

Pediatric nursing: ED, forensic, neuro, triage

RN, studying her master’s in counseling with a goal of combining the two worlds!

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  1. More Autonomy?? No more hourly wage grovelling!!

    NefforamaRN replied to NefforamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Indeed!! I'm just curious about roles that are a bit more flexible. I used "a bit" and "less micromanaged", mind you. I didn't say I wanted to be paid to do nothing. I have been with my hospital for...

  2. More Autonomy?? No more hourly wage grovelling!!

    NefforamaRN replied to NefforamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Indeed!! I'm just curious about roles that are a bit more flexible. I used "a bit" and "less micromanaged", mind you. I didn't say I wanted to be paid to do nothing. I have been with my hospital for...

  3. More Autonomy?? No more hourly wage grovelling!!

    NefforamaRN replied to NefforamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    It is indeed regarding my nursing career. I'm curious about if their are nursing roles out there that allow the nurse to have a bit more autonomy with scheduling. I have 10 years of experience...

  4. Where are all of the holistic nurses?

    NefforamaRN replied to PaleoNurse's topic in Holistic

    I've been a nurse for almost 10 years all spent in pediatrics. I've been in child malteatment/forensic, emergency, and now pediatric epilepsy. Nursing truley is an art and being tined in/ aware of the...

  5. Best tablet/laptop for Nursing School?

    NefforamaRN replied to e.amberly's topic in General Students

    Good Luck and congratulations on going to nursing school. Nursing is considered one of the most trusted professions so use that role wisely and kindly. In August, I will celebrate 10 years since...

  6. Laptop for Online Classss

    NefforamaRN posted a topic in School, College Programs

    Hey All, I'd like suggestions or tips on buying a laptop for school! I'm considering applying for an online RN-BSN program and want to make sure I have a laptop that can handle online nursing...

  7. Laptop for Online Classss

    NefforamaRN replied to NefforamaRN's topic in School, College Programs

    Thanks! This is really helpful. Mind if I ask what program you completed? Did you also work? I work full time, Mon-Thur and am a single parent. Now that my son's older, my evenings are a bit freer but...

  8. Laptop for Online Classss

    NefforamaRN replied to NefforamaRN's topic in School, College Programs

    This is a good idea,

  9. Laptop for Online Classss

    NefforamaRN replied to NefforamaRN's topic in School, College Programs

    Thank you! I had a Macbook that didn't fare well but I think at the time it was on its last

  10. Recommended Reading for Hospice Nurses

    NefforamaRN replied to introspectiveRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am not a hospice nurse, but have been feeling quite drawn to it for a few years and actually have an interview with an agency next week! But I digress..... Just read a really insightful book called...

  11. very confused about my hospice job- need advice

    NefforamaRN replied to maybug's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Wow. "Nursing guilt". Never heard it put that way in almost 7 years of nursing, but TOTALLY can relate. I thought I was just a softy or "overly" concerned with letting coworkers / managers down.......

  12. Is the cynicism inevitable?

    NefforamaRN replied to lvnlrn's topic in Emergency

    The ED can be a maddening mix. Personally the best strategy for me, in combatting cynicism and annoyance (both of which can fester into burn-out) is to FORCE myself to treat each patient concern with...

  13. Nurse Family Partnership job

    NefforamaRN replied to fayardj's topic in Public, Community Health

    I'm interested in a NFP position. I have six years pediatric experience (0-18 yrs) in the ER, OR and sexual and physical abuse setting. I consider this a strong background, but I don't have a BSN....

  14. Offer coming tomorrow!

    NefforamaRN replied to RipeTomato's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hello Tomato! Really glad to hear you're loving your new job. Your enthusiasm is encouraging.... Was wondering if you're finding that you are spending as much time at home catching up on paperwork /...

  15. Salary Requirements

    NefforamaRN replied to jamaica820's topic in Case Management

    Hello MBARNBSN, Is it appropriate to ask salary range BEFORE being interviewed / getting an offer? I am only in the inquiry stage and haven't yet applied for positions but, if appropriate, would like...

  16. Offer coming tomorrow!

    NefforamaRN replied to RipeTomato's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hey RipeTomato (and all), I would love to hear an update on your new position and how you're liking it. Since graduating nursing school in 07', I have been in pediatrics but have always had...

  17. Feeling broken and there's no way out...

    NefforamaRN replied to RNRichi's topic in Emergency

    Being in a new area of nursing can be really really hard and take so much out of you. Try to stay calm and not take what other's may say to you personally. It is true, some nurses can be down right...

  18. Another GN waiting for NCLEX results:uhoh3:

    NefforamaRN posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello all! I'm new to the site... I took my NCLEX yesterday. I feel horrible after taking 75 questions. I've heard there's a way to check my state board's site for licensing verification before...