Blossom Girl

Try to think of an ethical dilemma you came across in a clinical experience.... it might seem small, but examining an experience you acually lived will make your paper stronger, and will give you a chance for introspection :)

I know there are a number of books aimed at new nurses, or nurses in their first year after licensure. They broach such topics as time management, how to handle stress, how to interact with co-workers, etc. "Your First Year as a Nurse" is one that ...

I think it's really great that you already have a relationship with the nurse manager, that should give you an edge over any other new grad applying. But I still wouldn't wait. It's like they say: "don't put all your eggs in one basket". I would a...

Congratulations!!! Being a new grad, trying to get experience, I understand how frustrating the journey must have been. You earned this!!!

I like the second one better, as well. One thing I noticed about the second one is that you stated clearly and quantifiably how you were an asset to your previous employers. I think it has a stronger impact than the first one. I also like the idea...

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Hi everyone!! I have been lurking around allnurses for years; first as a student, then as a new grad RN. I haven't posted much, because I haven't had a lot of experience to contribute. I have a situation I could use some advice on. Small backgroun...

Thank you for your responses!! i feel better equipped to handle this situation now :) Do you think I will be pigeon-holing myself in my career by accepting another office job, or will it be viewed as more experience when I do apply for acute care ...

I have also been curious about this. What did you do as a volunteer?

I graduated in Maine, but knew I was moving to Florida after graduation. I applied to the FL BON for approval to take the the NCLEX, and to apply for a liscence. Since the NCLEX is a national exam, I was able to take the exam in Maine, while receiv...

I know we have all heard about how hard the job market is for new grads.....I'm right there now. I can't work as a CNA in Florida because I have already passed the Boards I am currently volunteering at two free clinics in the area, but I was wond...

I would say just that: Behavioral health is where you have really wanted to be, but that you wanted to get a more medical/clinical background so that you would be a bigger asset to your patients when eventually did move to behavioral health.

I have never heard of this, but you could try some things: you could try what they tell pregnant women, to keep water and saltines on the night stand and nibble on them before getting out of bed. You could also try getting up more slowly: sit up in ...

I don't know how pronounced your speech impediment is, but if you are able to communicate with people you don't know successfully now, even if it a little bit of a struggles, I don't see why that should stop you from becoming a nurse. It might not m...

I graduated in May as well, and I haven't found a job yet, but I felt that charting was one of my weaker areas, so I picked up Charting Made Incredibly Easy, and I have found it to be helpful. I would suggest doing what a previous poster suggested: ...

I was actually in a similar situation. My husband is in the military and was stationed in Florida while I stayed in Maine to finish my degree. I took the NCLEX in Maine, but applied for a Florida license. (From what I understand), because it's a na...

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Oh, I forgot to say: Good luck! :)

If the walking cast is somewhat flexible, you might be able to put a light-weight flat on that foot and then put the cast on so that it covers your toes. As for work, I had a similar situation due to tendonitis in my ankle from a 1/2 marathon, and I...

I second pmkn10's advice!! I also used this book as an adjunct to my text and it really helped me to understand the concepts ... Good Luck!!!

I don't know how your care plans are supposed to be set up, so I don't know if this will help or not: interventions: * place newborn skin to skin on the mother's abdomen and cover both with a warmed blanket to promote optimal body temperature in the ...

band-aids, clear nail polish, emory board, chapstick, a mini sewing kit, extra disposable toothbrushes and toothpaste....that's all I can think of now :)

...when you catch yourself "lipping" the coke bottle because you know your husband (who has a cold) has a tendency to drink straight from the bottle!

You clean the outside first, but when you clean the inside/center, use a different part of the cloth, or even a new cloth if possible. If you try to clean the inside first, you are going to push stuff from the outside in because there is no easy way...

The only piece of advice I have, and this will go for when you start clinicals, too, and feel just like you are feeling now: If you don't know something, do no hesitate to ask someone. You are never in it alone, and the patient's safety is the bott...