The problem with the hospital is that since the program is not really that consistent, they put people in the unit, and once they see how bad the kids can get, they don't want to be in that unit...
Hi guys, I have been working as a psychiatric nurse for the past couple of months, and I have to say it is a different experience. It's been good overall, with bad days being really bad, and good days...
Hi guys, I would just like some advice. I am currently working as a nurse in a psychiatric facility, and though it's been good, my heart truly lies in Oncology nursing, more on a personal level...
jenmesh replied to gnursjr2's topic in Psychiatric
I recently just started in a psych hospital, and for the first time, gave IM injections to an out of control patient. I didn't use the Z-track method, and as I retracted the needle, the medicine...
Hi everyone! I started last week, and it's definitely an experience. Although I believe that there's not much orientation time (2 weeks, including the floors), I had fun. I had Handle With Care, and...
Thanks sapphire18. That's great advice! I already know that I will have a rough first few weeks (or even months) just like in any job, but I think I'll have a great time. The scared feeling, I guess...
Hi everyone! I've been a graduate of Nursing since 09, but just recently licensed. I am going to start my first job here in the US in a private psych hospital. Best to say that I am very excited,...
Now that I think about it, I doubt I'll get in. I've been a grad since 09, but no paid RN job as of yet. However, I've been offered already a full time job, so if I take that, then I won't be able to...
There are a lot of residencies available here in SoCal. Just google "RN Residencies in South California" or "Versant RN program", and something should come out. There will be a lot of residencies this...
Well, I had training in the Philippines. That was 2 years ago. "Training" meant I had to pay $200 (which was a lot of money in that country), for 3 months of training. "Training" there meant I worked...
I am extremely interested in Dialysis, although I guess you can consider me as a new grad. However, I've had 3 months hands-on extensive training in hemodialysis that I thoroughly enjoyed.. I've tried...
Thanks guys! My instinct kinda tells me to go ahead and take it, because I'd never know unless I try. Plus, it's something out of the ordinary. I already know I'd have my down days in this area...
Hi guys, I know I'm very lucky to be offered a full time job. This is going to be my first real RN job, and I'm quite excited about it! Anyway, Del Amo Hospital called earlier and offered me a full...