~PedsRN~

~PedsRN~ BSN, RN

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  1. Children's Hospital?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to ANMpreN's topic in Pediatric

    The amazing thing about pediatrics is the sheer resiliency of children! Things that would knock you or I down, they take in stride. It's never good to see a child hurting and sick. But more times...

  2. Night shift nurses: tips on sleeping AT NIGHT

    ~PedsRN~ replied to edwindelahiggins's topic in General Nursing

    Ideally what works for me is working my nights all together.... two/three in a row instead of one here and one there. Its easier that way to flip back and forth. I know that might not be doable in all...

  3. Nursing Interview

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Brother11's topic in General Nursing

    You need to highlight what you bring to the organization,

  4. Don't talk bad about your patients

    ~PedsRN~ replied to BrendaH84's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Am I the only one that has gotten the occasional patient that really is an A-hole? I'm not alone in this, right? Sometimes it's not about being ill and needing "tending to" - sometimes they are just...

  5. IV push failure - how I am failing

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Brandazzle1's topic in Patient Medications

    Our hospital has this policy. It's ridiculous. And I don't know anyone that follows

  6. What's the meanest thing a patient has said to you?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to fangirl's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    most of the time, my patients are mean about me behind my back. :) But I did have a family member ask to see my "credentials" because I didn't look like "no nurse". I showed her my badge (which has...

  7. 36 hours is only part time??

    ~PedsRN~ replied to NurseDevonL's topic in General Nursing

    The entire FTE thing is a mystery to me, and I am so glad that I don't have to be the one to balance out these positions. :) 36 hours a week is full time with benefits at most hospitals that I am...

  8. Mental math very important in nursing?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Jayce2k15's topic in General Nursing

    I never ever rely on my mental math. I'm too paranoid. I check my math twice on the calculator in the med room. I work with pediatrics and we dose everything by weight.... so my math has to be...

  9. Would you give up on this job?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Weary1's topic in General Nursing

    HR is just horrifying. Truly. Do they accomplish anything at a speedy pace at any place of

  10. Certifications

    ~PedsRN~ replied to FloatRN19's topic in General Nursing

    I am CPN certified (Certified Pediatric Nurse) - it is a quite pricey endeavor, but my place of work pays for your initial certifications, even if you fail multiple times. I had nothing to lose in...

  11. IV push failure - how I am failing

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Brandazzle1's topic in Patient Medications

    When all else fails, if you are running something besides just plain old IVF - stop the infusion and flush the line. I don't even both checking compatibility. It's two to five minutes. Stop the...

  12. Variable hours??

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Samt9's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, I would assume it means they may need you 7-3, 3-3, etc. I'd ask for clarification if you get an interview.

  13. What hospitals don't take "call" and how does it work?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to rnsara09's topic in General Nursing

    Most hospitals have at least a few departments that are required to take call. IE - emergency departments, etc. I do not have to take call on my current position.

  14. IS THIS TRUE???

    ~PedsRN~ replied to nurse2211's topic in General Nursing

    Thank GOD that didn't happen in my program -- there were some people in that class I would have definitely not wanted to see in the skivvies.

  15. What am I getting myself into?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to k8e_97's topic in General Nursing

    I love love my job, don't get me wrong. There are days where I definitely leave knowing this is why I do what I do. But the hospital culture is one that is hard to get used to or accept. It is hard...

  16. New-ish charge RN - advice please!

    ~PedsRN~ replied to OneDuckyRN's topic in Nurse Management

    That's the worst thing about being in Charge. Someone is always pissed off at you. :) I know it's easier said than done to not take it

  17. Open mouth, insert foot...

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Christy1019's topic in General Nursing

    I once came in to a patients room (I was helping the RN that was on break) and the patient was visibly agitated post surgery. I medicated for pain. Still agitated. So I turn off the TV, turn down the...

  18. Shift change rant

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Nurse Molly's topic in General Nursing

    This needs to be addressed by your

  19. Curious

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Cart8289's topic in Patient Medications

    PO Vanc is horrifying, I can't imagine drinking all that IV Vanc must be like. ACK! I work in peds and have never given IV decadron PO - we switch to orapred. Interesting.

  20. Scientific or paranormal explanation?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to Mavrick's topic in General Nursing

    I am pretty sure you are a vampire. I'm sorry to have to tell you this. Please wear sunscreen. I have a dummy badge. But my dummy badge is all boring and hospital-y, and my real badge is all cute and...

  21. hiding piercing holes?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in General Nursing

    Great advice here - I would say either go for something natural, or very small and delicate. I am on an interview committee, and I will tell you if you had the facial piercing but were professional...

  22. If you work nights, what are your days off like?

    ~PedsRN~ replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    I like to work back to backs so I can switch back to the daywalking life easier. I usually don't sleep much on the day I head to work, so I sleep all day the next day when I'm off... when I finish on...

  23. Stressed and Anxious New Grad

    ~PedsRN~ replied to NewMSNRN's topic in General Nursing

    Hang in there! This feeling will get better. :) My first year was a crazy up and down rollercoaster of feeling confident and like I could DO this - and then there were days where I literally had a...

  24. Engagement Ring help!

    ~PedsRN~ replied to a_nurses_bf's topic in General Nursing

    I want to get a matching set for my husband and I of these rings! He is very outdoorsy and I work in the hospital - we both have times when we need to have the real rings at home on the bedside table....

  25. Flushing JP Drain

    ~PedsRN~ replied to mugs's topic in General Nursing

    Yup, it sounds like to me that we are using accordion drains for the same types of issues that other hospitals are using JPs for.