PostOpPrincess

PostOpPrincess BSN, RN

M/S, MICU, CVICU, SICU, ER, Trauma, NICU

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  1. Who will
  2. Is this OK, or is it too much?

    If you are waiting at a "mark"...why? Just do what you feel is right. However, I wouldn't target a specific person. Make it an overall thing for everyone around you, including the unlicensed...
  3. Keeping experienced nurses at the bedside

    $$$ and increased scheduling flexibility. I have to be honest; I cannot
  4. is there something wrong with using the word combative?

    You don't say. Obese = Increased BMI or Overabundant Adipose Tissue Combative = Influenced by overstimulating environment. Yeah.
  5. Feeling Frustrated with New RN Job

    Do the best you can with what you
  6. Karma Kicks back or I was eaten as a student

    Long, but good
  7. Nursing school is awful in so many ways....

    What's your goal? To finish school? Or worry about everyone else?
  8. "...Nurses are Doctors SKIVVIES"

    Sounds like your friend is a mental "skivvy."
  9. Rising Above It All.....

    It's already in your title. Rise above it all by: Dressing well. Respect the way you look. Don't have chipped nails, if you are female (wear moderate, nice makeup), don't over do with the hoochie...
  10. I need your input on a potentially life-altering decision...

    This is all I have to say. Pick a specialty that will support you, but make sure that you will like it. Money makes the world livable, but I also want to LOVE what I am
  11. I need your input on a potentially life-altering decision...

    hehe--i'm really asking why that particular number makes people salivate. i guess where i am going with this is, why is that the ultimate reason some would make to be one particular specialty over...
  12. I need your input on a potentially life-altering decision...

    Yes really. In the whole scheme of things and in my personal life, it's not that
  13. When does one become an experienced nurse?

    Employers often look for one full year of full time employment to be considered
  14. Really, I don't know where they get their info from..

    So not true. Maybe fifty cents more. The best is to go to work as an ADN and have the hospital pay for ALL future schooling. Cheapest and NO STUDENT
  15. Can you tell me more about Ortho/Neuro Nursing?

    Ortho neuro is a specialty; but is is still medical-surgical. A great learning experience, but very strenuous physically. Good med-surg background can be obtained
  16. Dear New Doctor

    Remind them what comes around goes around......
  17. I need your input on a potentially life-altering decision...

    Explain to me why making $120,000 base as CRNA is "living" the life. That really isn't that much. I'm being honest
  18. My life is about to completely change.... Nervous/Excited!!

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!
  19. Transfer from working in ER to Tele- have you done it?

    ER is not critical care because of the lack of continuity--and yes, I have worked ER...if you have an ICU bed--transported patient comes in, stops, and you drop in ICU. If the patient stays with you,...
  20. Strong vs. weak RN

    You don't have to step on toes to get the job done. I'm not saying you might not occasionally bump into those toes, but if that is part of your responsibilities---well, there should be no issue. Be...
  21. Math Problem Procalc I cant seem to figure out!

    Please review the Metric System so you can get used to
  22. Least Liability?Most Liability?

    Most liability: Just being in the medical field or associated with hospitals with $$$. Least liability: This is a litigious country. The only answer would be living on an island in complete...
  23. Being a stay-at-home mom and an RN?

    STAY HOME. I worked perdiem like you when they were tiny, and I am SO GLAD!!!! They grow up sooooo and toooo fast. You'll have time for that career stuff soon
  24. All about staffing???

    Yup. Worked with them. They're
  25. Strong vs. weak RN

    I am my own