SimplisticRnx

Hey fellow nurses. I am having a hard time deciding what is best for me right now. I am currently working in Medsurg (3+ years) and am ready to move on. I have always wanted to work in postpartum but it seems like my dream hasn't been granted yet. I ...

I really like the positive encouragement about all this SoldierNurse22. I definitely need to start somewhere and see where I fit in the OB world. Who knows, maybe I might like L&D later on. You brought a good point about trying L&D out and se...

I guess you're right about maybe giving it a try and see if this is something I really want to go into. I feel bad that if I decide that it isn't for me, I wasted their valuable time in training me. Can you explain what sorts of things that makes the...

I'm happy that you got into your dream job!! Did you transferred within your hospital? What kind of questions did the manager asked that helped you land your job? I have an interview in a few days and just need some pointers. Thanks!

Hi OP. Just wanna follow up with you on any luck with finding your dream job?

congrats on your new job!! :) May I ask, did you apply within your hospital? Any tips on applying to L&D that made you stood out? I too am an medsurg RN trying to get into L&D.

Hi everyone. I'm a nurse with 2 years of medsurg experience under my belt and would like to switch into OB. It's been a long dream of mine since I got my license but was sad that I didn't get into a training program related to mother and baby. Can a...

Spectator, what made your application stood out? Did you have any work experience or preceptorship in OB? Should I be getting my NRP or STABLE certifications? I don't have any experiences except from clinicals. I feel like every time I apply for an O...

Alinarn, I would suggest you to stick with your current position for a year before consider transferring. It shows to managers that you are capable of sticking around in the long run. I know medsurg isn't the ideal place to work, but it does give you...

Hey everyone. Thought it would be nice to start this thread. Has anyone applied for this residency program or has been through this program? I just applied to the program and am curious to learn more about this program. Anyone went through the interv...

Hey all. Has anyone applied to their residency program and heard back yet?

Hey all. I just took a job at a hospital in Tacoma and would like your inputs about the area. Where is the safest area to live in? I heard some crazy stories about Tacoma and am a little worried since I'm the only person living out on my own. I don't...

I heard Total Care from Craigslist is always hiring and they are willing to take new grads. Problem is they only give you a day of training. Have you tried looking for jobs outside of acute care like clinics, surgery centers? Be open about the possib...

Thanks for your input. I greatly appreciate you responding as I am continuing to research more about the area. I'll try to avoid Federal Way and the east part of Tacoma. I heard University Place is a good place, maybe I'll check it out. Thanks a bunc...

I think that was an error on their end. Did you ever heard anything back from them bbailey?

Did anyone applied for the RN residency program posting yesterday?

Still waiting too. I thought they would be contacting people already.

anyone got a response back yet?

Hi everyone. I'm a new grad who just started my new job 2 months ago at a medsurg unit and my orientation period is about to end next week. I met up with my manager and preceptor this week and I'm a little worried about what they said about me. They ...

I had a patient yesterday who had a regular BP but HR of 180's when standing up. Did orthostatic BP on the patient. Doctor order 1 liter of NS Bolus for 4 hours. Can someone explain the reasoning behind it? I know that NS bolus are common for those w...

We are all human, it's okay to make mistakes. You'll get better at it with time. Heck, I know that there are some agency nurses that don't give a thorough report and make you do the research yourself. Just remember that you're still learning. Don't l...

I really wish it was that easy. My preceptor has been following me til this day and she knows that I can do the skills and patient care. I just need to hone down on my thinking skills, which I lack. I know that critical thinking can't be develop mira...

No CHF history. Considered her age, we didn't want to overdo it.

Thanks for the wonderful answers. The patient wasn't dehydrated, though she was saline lock since she's tolerating her PO. She has a history of hypertension and valve replacement. She isn't taking any hypertensive meds since she has been running low ...

Hey everyone. Has anyone taken a pharmacology test through an HCA hospital? If so, what kind of questions would you expect and how do you study for it? Thanks