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  1. What qualities to succeed in NICU?

    ladybird1292 replied to Curious1alwys's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Hi ELKMNin06, Just read your post and want to thank you. I also am looking at going into ICU, and although I am nervous about it I really want the challenge and learning it presents me. Thanks for the...

  2. Tips for nurses in their first year of nursing

    ladybird1292 replied to Brian's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks for the tip, it is good to keep this in mind...... will remember this one

  3. Canadian LPN with Aussie citizenship...want to work HELP

    ladybird1292 replied to Wilma11's topic in International Nursing

    good luck

  4. Canadian LPN with Aussie citizenship...want to work HELP

    ladybird1292 replied to Wilma11's topic in International Nursing

    Hi, I have met a couple of nurses from overseas who were being sponsered by the respective nursing agency. They are contracted to work for the agency for a set period of time. That could be an option...

  5. Brisbane Suburbs

    ladybird1292 replied to littlehobo's topic in International Nursing

    I agree, you can also look at houses for rent in these suburbs on http://www.realestate.com.au/ select Queensland and type in the name of the suburb you are looking at. I live near Springwood and it...

  6. Pda Software

    ladybird1292 replied to murmur's topic in Emergency

    Hi Larry77 Thanks for replying, will check it

  7. Pda Software

    ladybird1292 replied to murmur's topic in Emergency

    Well thanks everyone for your input, I am thinking of purchasing a PDA....It is a bit overwhelming, being new to this software. But the more I read the more I want one lol. I'm a graduate nurse, what...

  8. Two quick questions

    ladybird1292 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    Well hang in there and keep

  9. Two quick questions

    ladybird1292 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Hassled, I am a mature age graduate nurse...I know it is disappointing not the get the hospital you wanted, but if you can get into one in your area, it is a start. Have you thought about going...

  10. Two quick questions

    ladybird1292 replied to greatshakes's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Hassled, where in Qld are you???

  11. Tips for nurses in their first year of nursing

    ladybird1292 replied to Brian's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was told as a student RN to keep an address book, and write the names of drugs, both generic, and trade, their action ie: hypertensive, beta blocker, antiangina, and the maximum dose for each drug...

  12. EB6 Proposal - Qld to gain wage parity with NSW

    ladybird1292 replied to Interested Party's topic in International Nursing

    Just jumping in to say hi........... I would be interested to know the full details of the package, but I'm excited....it looks promising to

  13. New nurse scared to talk to doctors!!

    ladybird1292 replied to cparrish's topic in First Year After Licensure

    hi i'm a new grad rn and i also have difficulty framing my words..... so thanks for this tool, i'll be using it at work. this is a great thread thanks to all who have

  14. first year uni assessment, plese help

    ladybird1292 replied to new nursing student's topic in International Nursing

    When I was doing my degree I used the following databases ; proquest nursing, and swetwise alot. Use the database directory through your university, at Griffith, we could link up using a program to...

  15. Salary question??

    ladybird1292 replied to joe134's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, I also think this is a major issue in nursing. My son is doing his apprenticeship and will earn more income at 21 than I do, being a newly graduated RN (I'm late to the industry). It is the...

  16. Welcome to the Forum - General Aussie Chat

    ladybird1292 replied to gwenith's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    Hurray for the voice of reason. I too am extremely concerned about the IR. I have just completed my degree and am about to commence my grad program in January 2006. Until we see ourselves as...

  17. Tips for nurses in their first year of nursing

    ladybird1292 replied to Brian's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks all for your advice. I am about to graduate at the end of this year. So I'll take this information on board

  18. Palliative Care and Euthanasia

    ladybird1292 replied to bracken's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Thanks for the posts on this thread, a very interesting subject. I am very interested in Pallative care/Oncology work and I will remember what has been said. I have just completed a Wound and Pain...

  19. Help on first placement

    ladybird1292 replied to Amber_student_nurse's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Amber ADL's are activities of daily living, bathing, toileting, shaving, toothbrushing etc. It is hard work in a nursing home, heavy and busy. But it can be rewarding as well. Anyway once you have...

  20. Help on first placement

    ladybird1292 replied to Amber_student_nurse's topic in International Nursing

    i agree.... i am a third year student now, but i had no nursing experience prior to commencing my degree. i was nervous about the nudity and touching people. once i got into my first prac i really...

  21. Palliative Care and Euthanasia

    ladybird1292 replied to bracken's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Wow, I'm impressed with this thread. I am a final year nursing student in Aust, and I am planning to enter Pallative care. Very powerful and to the point. I also have done an assignment on this issue...

  22. Wondering whether to specialize after completing degree or to do a year med/surg?

    ladybird1292 replied to ladybird1292's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Peter I live in Queensland. After much reflection I have decided to apply for a general nursing graduate program once I am able to. I agree that experiencing rotations in different areas of nursing...

  23. Wondering whether to specialize after completing degree or to do a year med/surg?

    ladybird1292 posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hi, my name is Vanessa, and I am about to start my final year for BNursing. Found this website the other day and have enjoyed reading the threads. I've loved studying my degree and am now looking...

  24. Sunny Queensland, eh?

    ladybird1292 replied to Grace Oz's topic in International Nursing

    Soooo true.... it's raining here (Brisbane) at the moment, a nice break from the heat. Bring it on.....

  25. Wondering whether to specialize after completing degree or to do a year med/surg?

    ladybird1292 replied to ladybird1292's topic in International Nursing

    Hi, thanks for your input.... I love to hear what everyone has to say. I am thinking on doing what you suggest. Have a good look around whilst consolidating my skills (which I have really enjoyed...