NeoPediRN

NeoPediRN

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  1. Hating L&D

    NeoPediRN posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I went to school to become a maternity nurse. I loved everything about it. I finally have my chance and it is taking all of my willpower to stick it out. I like the postpartum piece just fine and...

  2. Cannot wait to transition to the cath lab!

    NeoPediRN posted a topic in Cardiac

    I'm a pedi ER nurse (with adult ER experience as well) and getting ready for a new adventure. Our cath lab is diagnostic and interventional. I cannot wait to be part of a TAVR! Can't wait for a swan!...

  3. Cannot wait to transition to the cath lab!

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in Cardiac

    Yes, and every other month you can opt to split call week nights if you want to! I don't have to stay awake, I go in if I get called and lounge around the house if I don't. I got called in several...

  4. Cannot wait to transition to the cath lab!

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in Cardiac

    You can either do one Friday 7p- Monday 7a, or Saturday 7a- Monday 7a + one 12 hour night call per month, as long as it equals out to 60 hours. One holiday a year on

  5. Which position for a nurse with a young baby?

    NeoPediRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I really need advice. I have to make a decision between these two positions. I have a one year old baby and am really stuck between choosing what I really want and what may be better for my family....

  6. Which position for a nurse with a young baby?

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    Bump for more

  7. Which position for a nurse with a young baby?

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    Financially I think it'll balance out. I'm just torn between what's probably better for my family vs fulfilling career dreams. I likely won't get this PICU opportunity

  8. New to special care

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I worked in the ER before this and all the things I didn't like about the ER are the things I didn't like about L&D. I had some scary experiences and I did not like the limited control. I was also...

  9. New to special care

    NeoPediRN posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I am the happiest labor and delivery failure on the planet. I lasted three whole weeks before talking to my boss and I'm so grateful she allowed me to transition to special care. I've been orienting...

  10. New to special care

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    No, we definitely should be paid. We spent tens of thousands of dollars to fulfill this dream and we work hard for our money. We are super lucky to work in an area that fills our hearts and makes the...

  11. Brigham and Women's Hospital

    NeoPediRN replied to Littleles79's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Brigham is the best paid Partners hospital, but BMC is the highest paid

  12. New to special care

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Yes!!! My family has commented on he change they've seen in me and how happy I am. It's so awesome to watch them grow and I love being able to find something that can comfort them. We don't have child...

  13. Hating L&D

    NeoPediRN replied to NeoPediRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    What gives me anxiety is the following.... 1) I can only do so much to bring a baby's heart rate back up and it's still at least five minutes from decision to stat section delivery. 2) Some of our...

  14. Telemetry Certification

    NeoPediRN replied to briRN boston's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Also, you cannot get your critical care cert until you've met certain criteria for

  15. Bostonian RNs: Where do you work and why?

    NeoPediRN replied to MissM.RN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I work north of Boston and absolutely love my hospital. It really depends on what you're looking for in bedside care....interesting cases, low nurse patient

  16. Brigham and Women's Travel Assignment (NICU)

    NeoPediRN replied to Lub-Dub's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    You'll have a reverse commute if you do that, so expect between 20-30 minutes in the morning and about 45 minutes in the evening. If you're working straight nights there's often discounted or free...

  17. Brigham and Women's Travel Assignment (NICU)

    NeoPediRN replied to Lub-Dub's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Hi. They are hiring tons of travelers because they are converting their EMR over to Epic. It's a crazy busy NICU with everything but ECMO. To get the most from your stipend I suggest living on the...

  18. Tips/tricks regarding peds and triage

    NeoPediRN replied to NickiLaughs's topic in Emergency

    Whenever possible, butterfly over angiocath if your facility has them. I find butterfly IVs much easier to thread into little spaghetti veins. Also, thinking like a child goes a long way when...

  19. why do nurses hate medics?

    NeoPediRN replied to loboracer's topic in Emergency

    I can't relate to this. I've worked in 4 ERs and we always have a great working relationship. The medics stick around when they bring in critical patients if they can to see if we need help, and we...

  20. How long was your initial orientation to the ER?

    NeoPediRN replied to WannaBNursey's topic in Emergency

    I was supposed to get 8-10 weeks but was off in

  21. Boston children's hospital cicu

    NeoPediRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I also just interviewed for this position and didn't get it. I just saw they reposted it 10/24 so maybe no one got it? I was told they would consider me for January and just need someone with ICU...

  22. Is 59 is too old to make this kind of career change?

    NeoPediRN replied to ukelsey81's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I am being totally honest here....I'm not sure it will be worth it for you...it really depends on what kind of nursing you see yourself doing. The big Boston hospitals are super political and the job...

  23. Boston Children's Hospital- B.S.N. Only?

    NeoPediRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi Happy, yes, BSN only and even then you pretty much have to have a connection to get in. I have been applying for six years with a BSN, advanced certifications, and previous peds and ED experience....

  24. Sepsis

    NeoPediRN replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Emergency

    We give fluid anyway and have a low threshold for intubation. We start 250-500ml boluses at a time and if no effect move on to levo or

  25. Umass vs st vincents

    NeoPediRN replied to Annaolivorn's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    You have a better chance of getting into the ER if you have experience at a tertiary referral center like UMass...however, be prepared for overtime, dangerous nurse-patient ratios, and frustrated...