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in2ICU

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  1. MICU skills needed for new-grad

    in2ICU posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    I am about to graduate (BSN) and start working in a MICU where I have been a tech (1 year). From my senior synthesis in a stepdown unit, I realize that my biggest challenges will be organization and...

  2. My most important tip for a nursing student is....

    in2ICU replied to 1234student's topic in General Students

    There are no shortcuts - just do the work. Get a tech or unit secretary job while in school. If you don't know a word, look it up. Things

  3. communicating w/ pts on ventilators

    in2ICU replied to turnforthenurse's topic in MICU, SICU

    Similar to other responses, if I see that we're not getting anywhere with the lip reading, I tell the pt exactly that. I say "I can't figure out what you are trying to say, so I'm going to ask you...

  4. starting before I start????

    in2ICU replied to nikisashabell's topic in General Students

    I am almost done with NS - about 6 weeks left. I have a 4.0 GPA and have scored 1000+ on all my HESI exams. In hindsight, I would do two things for prep: 1. review anatomy & physiology...

  5. Most new-grad GN/RN jobs filled by techs in St. Louis (2010)

    in2ICU posted a topic in General Students

    Hi - I am a nursing student in my last semester of school in St. Louis, MO (BSN graduation in September). I have been a tech for a little over 1 year working for a major area hospital. Luckily I...

  6. MICU skills needed for new-grad

    in2ICU replied to in2ICU's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thanks for the feedback. Yes, the med admin was in clinical! I really, really try to make sure I am following the rules - I'm sure they're there for a

  7. Made Incredibly Easy series

    in2ICU replied to BacktotheBeach's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I have purchased so many "helper" books during school - they all have their pros and cons. That being said, I never thought there was a problem "getting" the concepts in NS. The information you...

  8. Favorite Clinical rotation?

    in2ICU replied to reeta116's topic in General Students

    A lot of your enjoyment/fulfillment in clinical relates to your clinical instructor and the nurse(s) you are paired with. My focus is adult ICU. I am not a Peds person, but the Peds instructor was...

  9. what I wish I could say to my AAOX3 patients!

    in2ICU replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    Do not give your nurse ultimatums. When the NPO DKA patient tells you she won't let you replace the IV she ripped out until you give her a sandwich, that can get get interesting... Then you end up...

  10. New to ICU? What have you learn so far?

    in2ICU replied to RN28MD's topic in MICU, SICU

    Wow - these are great tips! I especially like the low-tech ones because a lot of times people are focusing on the more advanced measurements. I am not starting my nursing position in the MICU until...

  11. Most new-grad GN/RN jobs filled by techs in St. Louis (2010)

    in2ICU replied to in2ICU's topic in General Students

    Hi Donald11 - I didn't say that getting a job would make NS easier - it is hard no matter which way you do it. Nursing school is a life-altering experience and tends to take over everything. That...

  12. Do you read the book before or after material is covered in class?

    in2ICU replied to Izzy11's topic in General Students

    This may sound lame - but honestly it depends on the teacher and how much the material parallels the book. In med-surg, most of the books are designed entirely around prepping you for NCLEX so it is...

  13. Is pay raise mandatory for per diem?

    in2ICU posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am in nursing school, working as a tech. Up to this point (less than 6 months) I have been full time, but am changing to per diem due to NS scheduling demands. Will I automatically be paid more...

  14. Is pay raise mandatory for per diem?

    in2ICU replied to in2ICU's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the replies. I did call my HR office and nobody wants to return the call. That's why I'm here!! :wink2: It is my understanding that per diem position pay rates are higher than the standard...

  15. Is pay raise mandatory for per diem?

    in2ICU replied to in2ICU's topic in General Nursing

    lpnflorida - I have already seen what you mean by that. As a full time employee I was going to be scheduled for 3 days per week, every week for the next 2 months (24 days total). The minute I turned...

  16. Tube Feedings

    in2ICU replied to caprisgoddess's topic in General Students

    Hi - this is not an answer to your test questions, but I wanted to let you know that I work in PICU and do tube feeds all the time, every day, and they NEVER give tube feeds like your example....

  17. Info about PCT at Barnes Jewish Hospital

    in2ICU posted a topic in General Nursing

    A few months ago I scoured this website for info on Barnes' PCT program and didn't find that much. I have now completed that program, am working as a PCT at Barnes, and want to share the info that I...

  18. I'm so lost I need some help I guess.

    in2ICU replied to FallinofTheStar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I second that - talk to the advisor. At my school they whip out this sheet of all the pre-reqs and will walk you through what you need for those. Sometimes they will give you tips on shortcuts, like...

  19. Do I need a recorder....

    in2ICU replied to Christinmomof3nrs2be's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Digital all the way. You can play it on your computer while you take notes and it's easier to back up and replay that way. If there was a tricky section I would write down the min:sec and then it...

  20. Flashcards for Micro

    in2ICU replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Definitely make your own. When you write something down you have to think about it the whole time you're writing so it helps with retention. Also, instead of flashcards I made up "fictional" exam...

  21. How did you get an "A" in anatomy?

    in2ICU replied to Diver Dude's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I had the highest grades in both A&P I and II classes. My routine: 1. I read the chapter before the lecture. 2. Recorded the lecture. Did not take many notes at this time, just paid attention....

  22. am I crazy

    in2ICU replied to tryingtobecome's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You should CLEP some of those courses if you can. I did and saved a ton of $$ and time. Good to CLEP: English (check your college to see if you have to do English Composition or Freshman College...

  23. Acceptance Letter

    in2ICU replied to MermiesGreatGig's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Call your recruiter at the school to "confirm" that they received everything. I had a legitimate problem with part of my transcripts being sent, so I called the NS recruiter to check on them and she...

  24. Need Positive "Cheerleader" Phrases for 1st job

    in2ICU posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just got my first med job as a PCT in PICRU while I have a 1 year wait 'till nursing school. I was told that I need to have a very positive attitude and be a cheerleader for the patients to let them...

  25. Need Positive "Cheerleader" Phrases for 1st job

    in2ICU replied to in2ICU's topic in General Nursing

    This was a tough one to read. I just lost my mom to lung cancer 3 weeks ago and I was with her every day for the 10 months leading up to her death. Just like your story, I saw something very similar...