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  1. Can i be a mother/baby nurse if I have never had kids?

    violet_violet replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Don't worry about that. Im a L&D RN, and I have no kids. :) It makes no difference. You don't have to have gone through cancer to be a good oconology

  2. What would you do?

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Outcome? Wasn't my patient, this strip was taken from a course online on health

  3. To the nurses who work on the Peds/maternity floor: what are the NA roles?

    violet_violet replied to chariot's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I was an NA for a mother baby unit when I was still in nursing school. I was per diem and worked 8 hour shifts on nights. My responsibilities included vitals including post op of c_sections, I&Os,...

  4. FHT question, where is the variable on this strip?

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thanks, I do see that other subtle variable at 10:35. At this point, what would your interventions

  5. RN Laser Hair Removal

    violet_violet replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know but I'd say it would be a good idea to even call HR or the manager and even talk about the position. Say you're interested, and wanted to know more before you apply. :) Let us know what...

  6. SBAR -- don't know what to RECOMMEND

    violet_violet posted a topic in General Nursing

    OK, so what do you do when you're calling the MD with your concerns & assessments, you know something's not right...however you're also not sure what to RECOMMEND for the SBAR part of R -...

  7. I think I'm getting FIRED on Monday...

    violet_violet posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm new to my job... been there for about a month. I have a year of nursing under my belt. I'm having a hard time adjusting to the new culture at work just getting used to of new equipments, new...

  8. I think I'm getting FIRED on Monday...

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks everyone! I was really worried about getting fired and fortunately, I'm still there and working, and yes still ORIENTING. :) I hope they keep me there because it is a nice place to work for....

  9. When you were a new RN...

    violet_violet posted a topic in General Nursing

    When you were a new RN did you come home after work and study/review??? Or even on your days off?? I feel like I need to because I don't know everything and there is so much I need to learn... I try...

  10. Early decel? or Variables?

    violet_violet posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I say it's early decels..... but it's variables... how? explain.

  11. Early decel? or Variables?

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would have never treated this as variables..... Ugh, makes me nervous. To me the FHT didn't look like it was an abrupt drop like variables

  12. Do you check DTR when pt has epidural?

    violet_violet posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Do you check DTR when pt has epidural? clonus? homan's

  13. Do you check DTR when pt has epidural?

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    What about mag pts with

  14. How do you pronounce...?

    violet_violet posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Montevideo?

  15. Recurrent variables...

    violet_violet posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    How would you manage a pt with recurrent variables with an anterior lip that cannot be reduced....unable to put in amnioinfusion due to dialation obviously and station at 0? How long would you all...

  16. Recurrent variables...

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    NJ, my baby was born and was very similiar as yours. I just never like moments like this because it makes me nervous and makes me wonder how I am doing and if I am doing

  17. Recurrent variables...

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Yes, moderate variability with recurrent variables dipping into the 90s for 30 to 50 seconds before returning to baseline. Variables are shape U, W and V. Category 2 tracing. Obviously cord...

  18. How many of you here wear ted/support hose to work?

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thanks everyone. I wear the full half body ones. I love them, just a little embarassed having them on when changing in front of everyone.... Im sure no one cares

  19. When your patient is complete...

    violet_violet posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    So at my new job, it seems like the RNs like to have their patient start pushing when they are complete... is that how it is at other hospitals too? At my old unit, we like to wait for patient to have...

  20. Bedside manners

    violet_violet posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What are some of your bedside manner

  21. When your patient is complete...

    violet_violet replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I'm not used to having patients push with me.... How can I get used to it? I'm

  22. How do you handle stress at/from work?

    violet_violet replied to JenniferS_CNA's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I treat myself to something nice like a pedicure because I know I deserved it :) Or buy something nice for myself. I read inspiring good books... I also don't talk about work at home. I leave the...

  23. First Travel Assignment... Advice needed...

    violet_violet replied to T800's topic in Travel

    I would definitely ask in the Agency Nursing forum.... there are lots of traveler's there. Also what agency is this? I know nightengale used to call me alot. It was confusing about the pay too but I...

  24. Looking to relocate, where to move to maximize my income.

    violet_violet replied to 1ksgirl's topic in General Nursing

    Your best bet is CA and NY. As far as I know, these are the 2 states that pay their RNs the most. I'm from CA and Sacramento area and San Francisco area start at about $60/hr even as new grad. The...

  25. PHN...

    violet_violet posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm looking for PHN positions and the only places I've been looking at is County websites... now who else hires PHN? Are PHN constraint to only working for the