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I'm in...the workload for this class seems to be a bit high compared to the others. Looks like my vacation to Mexico right after this class ends will be well deserved :)

I'm coming up on my one year anniversary as a nurse and six months on my own in MSICU. Last night I had my first nimbexed patient and my other patient decided to have an MI! I was overwhelmed and on the verge of tears the entire shift. I felt like...

I agree with so many statements here. I was/am (less than 1 yr working) a new grad in MSICU . It's scary, challenging, heartbreaking, exhilarating, frustrating, fun, sad, happy and a whole bunch of other things all at once. The most important thin...

1. NE PA-1hr from Philly-large magnet hospital. 2. 3. MSICU 4. All new rns start at 24/hr. Just got a raise though so I'm at 24.48. 4k/ tuition reimbursement. 5. 0.75 for nights. Nothing for weekends unless you do weekend only program 6. Nope We j...

Hey guys! Still here, still alive :). I finished my Ecco program this week and I start nights tonight (but I'm wide awake at 0900). I'm off orientation and on my own at the end of July...eeeek. I have learned so much and have come so far and on m...

Hi everyone! Ahhhhhh. I love work so much :). There are times that it's overwhelming and I feel completely clueless, but there are so many times I can see how I'm progressing. We don't get goals, but I always ask for feedback from preceptors and as...

Finished my first week on the floor, yesterday was my first 12 and today is my first payday as a nurse :) I was shocked at how fast 12 hours went by, and how many little things interrupt your day. Each day I'm doing things I hadn't done before, and ...

I'm finished my first week....so much information, but everyone is so nice and helpful. We did mostly classroom stuff, and will be on the floor more next week. Good news is I passed the NLN med assessment so I'm ready to give meds :)

I know this topic has been covered a millions times, so here's one more. I'm a new grad starting a gn internship in micu/sicu next month (and both nervous and excited). it's a 6 month program and while I know they will prepare me well, I still want...

I'm also worried about switching to nights! But, I have no choice, so I guess I'll find a way to make it work. I start Monday and the closer I get, the more anxious I am getting. It's really comforting to hear everyone talk about how much support t...

One week left!!!! Can't wait for this class to be over-I'm sick of paper writing!

My dad had surgery Tuesday to remove pituitary adenoma. This is his second surgery in 5 years for this issue. Both last time and this time, he developed diabetes insipidus, which I understand is a common complication from the surgery. Yesterday, he...

She was the nurse-her badge said RN and she introduced herself as the nurse :)

Not mean at all, very truthful and 1000000% accurate. Sometimes I just need to hear another point of view for the lightbulb to go off.

Again, thank you all. You've given me exactly what I was looking for-different perspectives from people not as "close" to the situation, and with way more experience than myself. I appreciate the help! And dad is doing well-just bored out of his m...

Thank you all for your responses. I did look up why NA levels would be elevated, ad I think I understand. Maybe I'm more confused about my role as a nurse, and how I would handle the question. I start work as a gn next month, so I think I'm also ...

Agreed, especially since I've never worked nights in my life. It is not lost on me though how fortunate I am to even have a job, let alone a gn internship at a magnet hospital. If they told me I had to work every weekend and holiday nights, I'd sti...

Hi guys! I'm a new ADN grad starting in feb for. 6 month micu/sicu internship. After my first month of training, I switch to nights as well. Best of luck everyone, I think this thread is a great idea.

it's so quiet because we are all writing our papers and posts, or trying to at least

Yes! I'm an ADN and will be starting my first job at a magnet hospital (in pa) next month. While it may not be the "norm" in this economy and job market, it is certainly doable. Best of luck!

Thanks esme! I did purchase the icufaq book (which is awesome), but I was looking for an actual textbook to supplement and fill in some of the blanks) My friend sells rn textbooks, so I'm headed to her place this weekend to check out what she has be...

I'm a new nurse, I'll be starting my first job next month. I somehow lucked out and was offered a position for a 6 month gn internship on the unit of my choice (micu/sicu) at a magnet hospital. As the start date get closer, I realize a few things ...

Thanks for the suggestions, I appreciate the help. I'll head to a local bookstore to take a look at some of your options.

HI there! I'm enrolled in 4510 starting on Monday. I start my first nursing job (eeek) Feb 18, so I figured I'd get a class out of the way before I begin working. After work starts, I'm taking a long break from school as I anticipate being overwhel...