ToughingItOut

ToughingItOut

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  1. Research and new grad status?

    ToughingItOut replied to BeachsideRN's topic in Research

    I have worked in research in the past and I miss it very much....I'll hopefully find my way back to research soon. Unfortunately, bedside tends to pay better.

  2. Research and new grad status?

    ToughingItOut replied to BeachsideRN's topic in Research

    Greetings KeyLime, While I think that you will make an exceedingly strong candidate to enter research right off the bat, I would strongly suggest that you put in at least 6 months - 1 year of hospital...

  3. Are research nurses considered authors of papers?

    ToughingItOut replied to chemokine's topic in Research

    I've been listed on many publications - usually as a middle author, but it's still pretty neat! I have been the first author on one paper during my two years in research...and I didn't even seek...

  4. The Worst Hospital Visitor I've Ever Seen

    ToughingItOut replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    PMFB-RN, I want to work where you

  5. Visitors/family with bad odors

    ToughingItOut replied to winterblue's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I tend to overlook the BO factor. BO can be a sign of extreme stress, depression, and simple lack of time and facilities; it actually tends to make me feel badly for my patients. I take BO as a sign...

  6. Looking for a research job?

    ToughingItOut posted a topic in Research

    I realize that this is not the kind of specialty that will drive most nurses relocate, however, I do know of a few job openings (both from personal experience as well as recent searches). If anyone is...

  7. New Grad REALLY interested in NICU

    ToughingItOut replied to Culli005's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    PICU would be a great alternative. PICU nurses often take care of NICU type patients, and a lot of PICUs seem to hire new grads. Other than that, peds anything or ICU anything would be the best...

  8. Trouble understanding PPHN...

    ToughingItOut replied to LucyRn4's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Yes, as a new grad I once went through an elaborate explanation of PPHN as "Primary Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn." And of course...the father was a RN! But it kind of make sense...right!?I...

  9. New Grad REALLY interested in NICU

    ToughingItOut replied to Culli005's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    When will you graduate with your BSN? Having your BSN should really help with the job

  10. New Grad Trying for NICU

    ToughingItOut replied to UCAFblue's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Hey there, I saw that you tried to pm me but my inbox was full. I cleared it out so please try again! Sorry for the inconvenience.

  11. New Grad Trying for NICU

    ToughingItOut replied to UCAFblue's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I may have a couple ideas...but it all depends on how much you're willing to settle for location in order to get started in NICU. I relocated for my first job, and I don't have any regrets. PM me if...

  12. Done it All.... Now THIS.

    ToughingItOut replied to Bezoars's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Don't take it personally. I once asked a fellow NICU nurse how her new PRN gig was working out at a neighboring hospital. The response? "The unit is great! Of course there are ****** NICU nurses...

  13. please help

    ToughingItOut replied to raindrop's topic in Research

    I agree with the other posters. You sincerely do not need an expensive certification. You may take a pay cut starting out, but there are plent of opportunities. From what I've seen, you need one of...

  14. survey For School Age

    ToughingItOut replied to Amira Neeva's topic in Research

    Greetings, Consenting minors always adds another layer of complication. Will there be only one survey or several? Do you have the support of the school (hopefully yes)? If so, I would recommend...

  15. Research Fellowship Help!

    ToughingItOut replied to RNKimmy's topic in Research

    Hi RNKimmy, This may seem like a very simple idea, but I have seen small research initiatives focused on increased use of medical alert bracelets. While simple and tried and true, the decision to...

  16. Houston NICUs - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly??

    ToughingItOut posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Greetings, I will soon be relocating to Houston, and I would love to know the down and dirty and/or great learning opportunities available in H-Town. I have about 3.5 years of previous NICU...

  17. Starting out at CRC

    ToughingItOut replied to RNinSF's topic in Research

    You really do not need a certificate, especially if you are willing to do infusion research nursing (which I'm sure you will most likely feel comfortable with given your background). I think you...

  18. Houston NICUs - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly??

    ToughingItOut replied to ToughingItOut's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Hey there JRich, Thank you for the response! Where are you from originally? I would actually love to work Level II to get myself adjusted back to bedside. Truthfully, how do you like Womens's?...

  19. Sleeping with HMEs (Trach noses) safe?

    ToughingItOut replied to coraline44's topic in Private Duty

    I certainly am no expert, but we only let our NICU babies wear their HMEs for a few hours at a time during the day. Obviously this kid is probably less sensitive, but I would be afraid that she could...

  20. Does anyone work for Texas Children's Hospital (Houston)...?

    ToughingItOut replied to VintageSwagger's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi VintageSwagger, Congratulations! Since I am also trying to relocate to a Houston NICU, do you mind my asking you what you've learned in your search? Did you simply apply for a TCH job posting...

  21. Houston Area?

    ToughingItOut replied to Nurse216's topic in Texas Nursing

    Also look in to MD Anderson if you're at all interested in oncology. Fabulous learning opportunities and pay from what I understand - and they have peds. I did a lot of my nursing school rotations...

  22. New RN with questions- Albuquerque, NM

    ToughingItOut replied to nursealma's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, managers do seem to hire new grads in waves. A lot of managers actually prefer new grads, but they are limited as to the number they hire at one time. I started out as a new grad at UNM...

  23. NICU in houston

    ToughingItOut replied to OneDimpleDoll's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi OneDimpleDoll, I was actually wondering the same thing...I mostly want to know about the places to stay away from lol! I grew up in Houston, so I may have a little bit more info if you want to pm...

  24. May 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    ToughingItOut replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

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  25. Scrubs for the Overwieght?

    ToughingItOut replied to silentwolves's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have heard great things about Cherokee Flexibles Maternity pants - from girls who aren't even preggers!