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  1. RN since 1976....tired, discouraged...Suggestions?

    BETSRN replied to gypsyangelrn's topic in General Nursing

    You have been a successful nurse for 30 years! Why, in God's name would you want to go into retail or the food service business?? You have a wonderful, viable, career with good money making potential....

  2. lacking common sense...

    BETSRN replied to blee1's topic in General Nursing

    You put that very

  3. lacking common sense...

    BETSRN replied to blee1's topic in General Nursing

    All the book smarts in the world does NOT make up for critical thinking skills and common sense. You'll develop that as you go along. Depend on the books at first and as time goes on, you'll develop...

  4. Please help us deal with problem co-worker

    BETSRN replied to cabbage patch rn's topic in General Nursing

    You need to sit down and review the problem with her just as you have here! You need to list the problems and what happens because of her actions. Then enlist her aide in attempting top solve the...

  5. How many of you had a different career/education before becoming an RN?

    BETSRN replied to cancergirl's topic in General Nursing

    You won't be able to do both jobs well, nor will you be able to have your foot in both doors. Each will wonder why you are contemplating the other and that may not bode well either way. Having been a...

  6. Need Input from the Pros

    BETSRN replied to StressedDad2Be's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Yes, she is small for gestational age. I would also add that with your wife's history and all the level 2 ultrasounds she has already had during this pregnancy, they are probably pretty accurate as to...

  7. nephritis in the womb

    BETSRN replied to FutureSuperNurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think you most likely mean hydronephrosis, NOT nephritis. Hydronephrosis is not uncommon at all. They will follow her with ultrasounds and if the kidney remains enlarged after birth, they will...

  8. Why do we need the docs for delivery?

    BETSRN replied to ER1010's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Unless you have a really PATIENT doctor!!

  9. Why do we need the docs for delivery?

    BETSRN replied to ER1010's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am sorry you had a negative experience with midwifery. Speaking as a nurse who works with CNM's all the time, having a midwife birth is WONDERFUL, usually, but not always. That's not to say that...

  10. LRMC- The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

    BETSRN replied to allsmiles's topic in Florida Nursing

    I have been checking lout Lakeland in general. It looks like a nice area: maybe a bit away from the craziness of Central

  11. Shocked and angry. Need new job.

    BETSRN replied to jrring1019's topic in Ob/Gyn

    We don't have too much trouble transferring mothers whose babies are transferred out (especially if they are a section). It just depends on the

  12. Lactation/ Breastfeeding educator/consultant?

    BETSRN replied to Bruucebuff's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Make sure you look at the list of qualifications BEFORE you start to make sure you can meet the requirements. The number of actual hands on hours of documented lactation experience is what will stop...

  13. postpartum orientation

    BETSRN replied to hejn0006's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Fetal monitoring is a totally separate specialty and should NOT be undertaken by someone without experience. My point is that no new nurse (or new to ante/PP) should have anything to do with fetal...

  14. Why do we need the docs for delivery?

    BETSRN replied to ER1010's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Actually, docs rarely just "catch". There is a lot of technique to this and many babies do not just slide out. Believe me, I want the doc or midwife there to take that responsibility. Sure, I can...

  15. How many of you had a different career/education before becoming an RN?

    BETSRN replied to cancergirl's topic in General Nursing

    I was a teacher before becoming a nurse. I was 35 when I passed the borads. Now I am old!! Nursing was the best move I ever made! I love

  16. How many of you had a different career/education before becoming an RN?

    BETSRN replied to cancergirl's topic in General Nursing

    Then why are you getting your MSW? Don't waste any more time (not that having an MSW is a waste). See how much of your previous undergraduate courses wold apply to your basic pre-requisites for a BSN....

  17. Rookie RN - Serious Questions

    BETSRN replied to flashyrn2be's topic in General Nursing

    You need to work VERY closely with your preceptor (you should have at least a 3 month orientation) and pose these questions to that person. Do not be relying on a posting site. Good luck. Take it...

  18. Why do RN's with ASN and BSN make the same?

    BETSRN replied to cancergirl's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. Just get your RN. You can always go back at a later date if you decide you need the BSN. otherwise, just enjoy being an RN. Get your RNC at a later date if you want to advance

  19. difficult IV starts

    BETSRN replied to Spider Cat's topic in General Nursing

    Use hot packs to bring up the veins and then if you;re not happy, call IV

  20. Which is better for new grad? Big Medical Center or small hospital?

    BETSRN replied to careerdejour's topic in General Nursing

    Do what is BEST for your lifestyle. You can get training either way. Pick the hospital based on how you FEEL about the facility and the people. You'll get the skills as you work. You need to have a...

  21. Why do RN's with ASN and BSN make the same?

    BETSRN replied to cancergirl's topic in General Nursing

    Probably because in the clinical setting at the bedside, they both do the same

  22. just have to tell you guys this story

    BETSRN replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    I finally got that one!! I am a little slow on the uptake! I hope no one really did call a taxi for him. What a

  23. OB Nurses....Question For Ya

    BETSRN replied to DidiRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Another thing we differ on is that we have one group (our all woman group) who doesn't even put any pit in post-op IV's after a c/section either. It's not always necessary. We always have the option...

  24. OB Nurses....Question For Ya

    BETSRN replied to DidiRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Our heaviness of epidurals varies (of course) from doc to doc and from patient to patient. Most of our patients are more than able to get up and out of bed in the hour to hour and a half after...

  25. Master's entry programs vs. Bachelor's Programs

    BETSRN replied to suewolfie's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Of COURSE you will find someone to hire you with a BSN. No one said you would not be hired. It seems to me that you are reading far more into what is said than what is really intended by each specific...