baylor06

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  1. Is your facility currently hiring new grads?

    baylor06 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in Pittsburgh, my facility is hiring but it's definitely not warm

  2. should I quit my job for school

    baylor06 replied to crystalchen's topic in General Nursing

    Haha, didn't even realize there were abbreviations in the OP until I read the last post, guess I've been a nurse too long!

  3. Chief of staff stood up for us ... a total "WOW" moment.

    baylor06 replied to Meg88's topic in General Nursing

    This an an awesome story. Glad you

  4. New Grad Starting in OB**** (Advice from all)

    baylor06 replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I started out just as you did, and after some med surg mixed in with some telemetry, I am now the happiest ED nurse ever! Good luck and

  5. worried about technical skills

    baylor06 replied to firstyearRN's topic in General Nursing

    Nobody expects a new grad to walk onto the unit dully trained and functional- relax! I agree with the above post about finding oppurtunities to learn new skills. Many nurses would love to help and...

  6. Just got my first job in OB...VERY excited but nervous too...

    baylor06 replied to MarcyRN3385's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congrats!!! Best advice is just to ask a lot of questions! Most of your patients will probably be healthy individuals, but always be prepared for the unexpected! There are usually tale tell signs that...

  7. How many years have you been a nurse?

    baylor06 replied to rn4ever?'s topic in General Nursing

    4 years, all types of units (agency), currently ft ER nurse. Plan on working as an RN until I retire in some form or

  8. What do you think of my ESSAY?

    baylor06 replied to emrebeth3's topic in General Nursing

    This is a great essay! I'm just a staff nurse, but I love how the essay is personal and it shows your desire for further education, which also exemplifies the fact that you are an ambitious...

  9. I'm not asking for

    baylor06 replied to aeonaaron's topic in General Nursing

    My hospital has a "shadow" program available to employees looking to change fields as well as the general public where you can spend a few hours with a nurse, etc. Contact HR at some of your local...

  10. evidence-based nursing practice

    baylor06 replied to 2be1nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly

  11. Patient Survey's Opinions Please....

    baylor06 replied to neuro9's topic in General Nursing

    I've found that just simple communicating with patients can help with this quite a bit! Sometimes just a simple reason, ie I don't know what time your x-Ray will be done because the ED is really...

  12. Do You Remember Your Patient's Name?

    baylor06 replied to CaLLaCoDe's topic in General Nursing

    A trick that I use is when I introduce myself or am introduced to someone, I immediately repeat their name back, for example: nice to meet you, (insert their name here). It works most of the

  13. New RN grad wanting advice

    baylor06 replied to nlunt's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    CRNA programs require a minimum of one year, sometimes two, of critical care experience. ICU, sometimes ER, will open that door for you. Good

  14. Just had my first one.....

    baylor06 replied to Crux1024's topic in General Nursing

    It never gets any easier... You just have to remember that for every patient that dies that are hundreds you help. Every nurse that's been at the bedside for any amount of time has been there. Maybe...

  15. Can I please get some critiques on this letter?

    baylor06 replied to Angels_wearScrubs's topic in General Nursing

    Don't forget to attach a resume as well! Good

  16. HR - manager hiring process question

    baylor06 replied to carebearsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you have the job and are just waiting for HR to call... I am starting a new job next week, waited 6 weeks after my interview for HR to call, and I pretty much knew at the end of my...

  17. question about hiring?

    baylor06 replied to Josh.P's topic in General Nursing

    Typically you will interview for a specific position, for example, ED RN. In that case, you will work only in the ED unless asked to float. This would definitely be a question for your interviewer...

  18. How many going to Haiti?

    baylor06 replied to Virgo_RN's topic in Emergency

    Look up the national nurses union or the Registered nurses relief network. Also, partners in health was accepting as of Friday. Good luck, hope to see you

  19. Those who want to get out of nursing..

    baylor06 replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    The nice thing about nursing is... come on guys! If you don't like what you're doing, there's a million other things you can do with the same degree! Use google to search for alternatives, you'll...

  20. How many going to Haiti?

    baylor06 replied to Virgo_RN's topic in Emergency

    Trying to get there... I just moved and haven't started working in my new city yet, would absolutely love to be able to help, and right now I have the time. Gave my contact info to RNRN, we'll see...

  21. Question about HIV patient

    baylor06 replied to SNLou84's topic in General Nursing

    I think your charge nurse or your director would be best suited to ask about this situation. I am not sure how it works exactly, but as a healthcare professional you have a duty nnot only to your...

  22. Advice needed please!

    baylor06 replied to KalipsoRed's topic in General Nursing

    I've done telemetry for 3 years now, did a year of nights first. I definitely feel like you learn so much time management actually working that you would be fine on days now. Yes, it is more...

  23. Does Pittsburgh have grads in December?

    baylor06 replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Maybe someone will be able to help me here... I'm a med/tele/surg/little bit of everything RN, just relocated to Pittsburgh... having trouble finding a job!!! Any thoughts??? Would love to get into...

  24. Looking for info on getting into an ER in Pittsburgh

    baylor06 posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Hi. I am currently a med/surg and telemetry travel nurse, relocating to Pittsburgh for family reasons. Have 3 years acute care experience, but I really want to end up doing trauma. Any ideas on the...