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  1. Hi Everyone! I got an offer today for a Med/Surg position After 10 months of persistent job hunting after graduation, somebody finally wants me lol So I was offered either day or night...
  2. nicu is my passion and there is no other field I want to get into. I'm still considered a new grad... graduated last year. I live in NY and if there are hospitals in states nearby NY that are...
  3. what to say to patients' family?

    I work at a private facility and our Dr. is usually late. The patients always ask where is the doctor? (sometimes I really don't know where she is) When I walk out into the waiting room, the family...
  4. Why is betadine rubbed onto the skin for those with shellfish/iodine allergies before
  5. i believe rubbed on to test allergic
  6. I can read about NICU stuff all day long. I was inspired to work as a NICU nurse after my preceptorship at the unit. It was a Level III unit and I saw and learned so much from it. I'm still seeking a...
  7. Discouraged new grad

    If you're planning to relocate, don't come to NYC... there are no jobs for new grads here either. However, if you're willing to go to the upstate area that is far far from the city you might be able...
  8. Is nursing really THAT bad?

    Oh no, don't get us wrong. This site is more of an informational/vent forums for nurses, students, pre-nursing people. You may be reading a lot of negative posts but behind all that venting are...
  9. BOTOX/Dermal Filler Training

    Sorry, I don't have any info for you but I'd like to know... are you a cosmetic surgery nurse? If yes, do you mind telling me about it? I'm interested in this field! PM me if you like
  10. I would say "stop making so much noise with your 3 inch heels and put on some flats, it's just so much more
  11. New RN who may lose her Med Surg job

    not if you prove them wrong
  12. New RN who may lose her Med Surg job

    Great hands on skills comes with experience! Your preceptor should have some more faith in you and understand that you're a new RN. Perhaps whenever you get the chance, volunteer to help other nurses...
  13. Advice needed on job offers

    are you able to relocate ? 2 hr drive in traffic is brutal... and you have to remember that 12 hr shifts are not really 12 hrs b/c you might have to stay longer to finish up charting, admissions, or...
  14. North Shore University RN Fellowship? Input needed!

    september? I guess I missed the June one b/c someone previously stated that they had an interview this month. Sigh.. and I've been calling HR and checking the website frequently for the postings...
  15. Bored on night shift- should I ask for transfer?

    you don't necessarily have to transfer to "another unit"... you might want to ask your manager to switch you to day shift. I'm a new grad working days and it's super busy.. I don't even have time...
  16. North Shore University RN Fellowship? Input needed!

    how did you get the interview?? i have been actively looking at their career site for updated postings and haven't seen the fellowship
  17. Advice for clinicals... Pleaseee

    Being a student gives you full advantage to "bother" the nurses so you can learn a lot and get the most out of it. Don't be afraid to ask questions. If you've learned how to do assessments then ask...
  18. another math calculation problem

    bingo! good job you got it. When you look at the problem, don't over read it. Sometimes they throw in the #'s to confuse you. It was only asking for how many mEq KCL you should add to a 500cc...
  19. another math calculation problem

    how about you try it first, show us the steps... and then we'll guide you.:) hint: use the equation - Desire dose ------------- X Supply Have
  20. rotator cuff surgery

    My mom had rotator cuff surgery 2 years ago and it took her more than 6 mos. to recover. Diff. people heal differently... she still complains of pain
  21. Help! New RN trying to get into Northshore-LIJ

    anyone see further updates on their
  22. Don't know if nursing is right for me.

    It does seem nice to have 12 hr shifts, 3 days a week right? but u know what, you'll be so drained from work that when it's your day off, you'd rather sleep in and do nothing. I agree, just loving...
  23. How do I get to a certain specialty in the hospital?

    you can try to volunteer at a hospital, join some OR associations & keep current with OR news.... shows a lil more interest than just having acls, cpr
  24. NICU Jobs??

    i would like to know as well! at least you have 1 yr of peds experience... that's a good
  25. IF you WEREN'Ta nurse, what would you be???

    a baker :) i love to bake and dream to open up a bakery ....but that needs a lot of $ .