AnonRNC

AnonRNC

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  1. What to wear to a job interview when it's 100 degrees outside?

    AnonRNC replied to MKPRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Arrive early so you can cool off in the AC and stop sweating before your interview. Consider using a public bathroom (off the main lobby/entrance) to change into your clothes if you're SURE you won't...

  2. And the award for most asked question goes to...

    AnonRNC replied to Bortaz's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Baby delivered by caesarean section with Father in attendance. Father witnesses any resuscitative efforts and walks to NICU along side baby in transport isolette. On the unit, we slap ECG leads and...

  3. O2% to admin initally on apneic/resp distress preemie

    AnonRNC replied to mqk0935's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Pardon me, I wasn't clear: 40% is our "somewhat higher" for preterms. Term babies are started at 21%. Yes, if the

  4. O2% to admin initally on apneic/resp distress preemie

    AnonRNC replied to mqk0935's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    The NRP book just says "somewhat higher" for premature babies. My facility has decided to start at 40%, but that's arbitrary, not evidence based. In general you titrate to oxygen saturations. The...

  5. Mental health days

    AnonRNC replied to PediLove2147's topic in Health, Stress Management

    These are two different things. "I have great plans next Tuesday and will call in sick" is NOT a mental health day. "OMG, I'm so exhausted and depressed by my job that I cannot possibly go to my job...

  6. What can you tell me about NEC?

    AnonRNC replied to picurn10's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    umcRN is right: the benefits of enteral feeds outweigh the risks. But when the bad outcome hits YOUR patient, it's hard to remember

  7. Tricks of the trade: Diversion- stories of the stupid and sly?

    AnonRNC replied to SuzieVN's topic in General Nursing

    Pens are easy to replace, your license is

  8. The most gruesome situation you've encountered?

    AnonRNC replied to SuzieVN's topic in General Nursing

    PMFB-RN, thank you for your

  9. What can you tell me about NEC?

    AnonRNC replied to picurn10's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    NEC is terrible. You did what you could. It's an insidious

  10. Sexual Orientation Question

    AnonRNC replied to wish_me_luck's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I just want to say thanks... Because of this thread, I had yet ANOTHER conversation with my kids about safe sex...and found out that one thought the Pill protected against STIs. I will continue to...

  11. Nursing Diagnosis

    AnonRNC replied to paratroopa's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    However, to address what I believe MIGHT be your point. Yes, nursing diagnoses can be a bit awkward, but they serve as our profession's language and lead to NURSING interventions, which promote health...

  12. Nursing Diagnosis

    AnonRNC replied to paratroopa's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Then articulate your point in plain English or professional nursing

  13. Nursing essay

    AnonRNC replied to PnutButterJelly's topic in Pediatric

    Actually..... I like this bit the

  14. Nursing essay

    AnonRNC replied to PnutButterJelly's topic in Pediatric

    Why DO you want to be a peds

  15. Being pressured to work more hours

    AnonRNC replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    This is a nice opportunity to practice your firm, assertive voice. "No, I'm sorry. I cannot. I have another commitment at that time." Hopefully, you won't need to stay on at that facility for long -...

  16. What is the correct title?

    AnonRNC replied to Redriver's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When we get a new attending, I say, "Hi, I'm Anon. I'm concered about Patient Smith who has...blah, blah, blah." The best attendings respond, "Hi Anon! I'm Joe. Let's do these things for Patient...

  17. Certifications...

    AnonRNC replied to MessyMomma's topic in General Nursing

    If you want it for YOU, get it!!! (Mine reimbursed the test fee after verification of "pass" result, and pays an extra

  18. Unsanitary practice?

    AnonRNC replied to GraceNotes's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Everything I've ever read has said that sanitizer is okay UNLESS HANDS ARE VISIBLY SOILED. Then you need

  19. We all have our place.

    AnonRNC replied to marydc's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Marydc, I have the utmost respect for psych nurses. On my heirarchy, they are at the top. I mean, really!? I work NICU - I can't even handle patients that can talk! More seriously: you are right; we...

  20. Nurse Overdosed NICU patient

    AnonRNC replied to Alimacoo's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    For any sort of malpractice judgement to be awarded, there must have been harm, so there is no legal issue in the situation you describe. Regarding discipline of an employee: policies vary among...

  21. how to deal with loss in the NICU

    AnonRNC replied to leighTX's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Most babies go home and are perfectly healthy and normal. The few who die... are ready for it, and it is usually a relief to me when they do. I cry at home. Once in a while at work. When I cry, it's...

  22. Any advice? Thinking about having a baby at the end of school.

    AnonRNC replied to chemteach's topic in Nursing Career

    This is such a personal decision. I can only give you my thoughts. I was very pregnant with my first child when I finished nursing school. The faculty was helpful in placing me in clinicals that...

  23. Anti-intellectual & hyper-sensitive. WHY?

    AnonRNC replied to mclennan's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think it started when they stopped keeping score at kids' soccer games and gave ALL the kids a

  24. Thank Goodness for doctors with a sense of humor :)

    AnonRNC replied to RunninOnCoffee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When I worked inpatient Peds, we used to say that when they had seizures.Inappropriate humor (in the right place: never around patients or families) has the wonderful effect of helping us process the...

  25. my patient forgot their prescription at discharge....

    AnonRNC replied to paperheart's topic in General Nursing

    Once the patient is discharged, the onus is on THEM to manage their healthcare and prescriptions. You handed the stuff to the charge nurse. I think you've done what you