ORNerd BSN, RN

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  1. ORNerd

    Will I be job hopping?

    ORNerd replied to ORNerd's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you, that's good advice. I do like my current floor and don't think I give off a vibe just doing time. Sometimes things can happen unintentionally though! Sent from my iPhone using
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    Anyone work 3 12's a week?

    ORNerd replied to ORNerd's topic in Operating Room

    Thanks for the replies, can't wait to find out what my options will be :) Sent from my iPhone using
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    Anyone work 3 12's a week?

    ORNerd posted a topic in Operating Room

    Hello OR nurses, As my title states, I'm curious as to how many of you do 3 12's a week. At my facility, most of the OR nurses work dayshift Monday-Friday. I know every facility is different, just...
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    Days vs. Nights & Nursing school

    ORNerd replied to God'sLittleNurse2b's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    As much as I like night shift, in your situation I'd probably stick to days. It will keep everything more consistent. School will be demanding and getting enough sleep will be important, especially...
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    working full time during nursing school?

    ORNerd replied to Infofreak411's topic in General Students

    I did it, but my manager was very understanding and flexible with my hours. She let me work longer days and weekends so I could have time off during the week for school. It's absolutely doable. Sent...
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    RN's what was your occupation while in nursing school?

    ORNerd replied to mzsuccess's topic in General Nursing

    I was a pharmacy tech during nursing school. Sent from my iPhone using
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    NCLEX- What to wear?

    ORNerd replied to CountessB's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sounds ridiculous but I wore a sweater dress with leggings and nice boots. I also did my hair and makeup. I swear it gave me more confidence to walk in there and destroy all that is NCLEX. For what...
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    Your first experience with a dead person

    ORNerd replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I had an elderly man on hospice care pass away on my shift. He fractured his femur and then developed pneumonia. I hadn't been off of orientation for very long. There were elements of this experience...
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    Who's for banning rotating shifts?

    ORNerd replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    We do rotating shifts and it can be tough when you have to switch. We have percentages to meet every time block (6 weeks) and therefore don't have the option to work a few weeks of days and then a few...
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    Should I beome a RN?

    ORNerd replied to Navygurl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I probably wouldn't go into nursing if you want a slow to moderately paced career. Even when I'm not moving fast, I'm always thinking fast...what this patient could need, has this person done a, b, or...
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    New to the 12 hour night shift

    ORNerd replied to Sabr's topic in General Nursing

    All of the above tips are great. Welcome to the dark side! Sent from my iPhone using
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    Noro-virus Blues

    ORNerd replied to jadelpn's topic in Nursing Humor

    This is almost exactly how I felt when I had the norovirus (or as my family calls it, the devil virus). I clearly remember telling my husband through tears that I was dying. I've never felt more...
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    Is your spouse supportive of your nursing career?

    ORNerd replied to Nola009's topic in General Nursing

    My husband is supportive. He was supportive of me finishing my ASN, even when we unexpectedly got pregnant with our son, had no money, and he was in school himself. He's supportive of me as I...
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    What age of patient's are the most difficult for you?

    ORNerd replied to ddane94's topic in Patient Education

    Dementia patients are difficult but I always take some comfort in knowing that they aren't really in control of what they're saying or doing. Downright nasty or manipulative people are the ones I have...
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    New ADN Grads

    ORNerd replied to scoope23's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It depends on the hospital. I work at a large teaching hospital, level I trauma center, magnet status, etc. and I got a job there as an ADN grad. A few of my classmates did as well, but we all had...
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    What setting is best for a new nurse grad?

    ORNerd replied to vregino36's topic in General Nursing

    Wherever you go, have an open mind. Try and find a place that is supportive of new grads. And realize that you may end up doing something completely different than what you envision yourself doing. I...
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    Would you deliver your baby at your place of employment?

    ORNerd replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    I did with my first and will do it again whenever I have #2. I don't work in OB though. If I did, my decision would probably be different. Not because I don't love my hospital, but because I...
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    Nurses who are mothers to small children.

    ORNerd replied to Lillian11's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see my 2 year old at all the days I work. It is hard and if I work 2 or 3 12's in a row it can get downright depressing. But I schedule myself so I am off every Tuesday and Thursday (or am...
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    Are you good at charting in "real time?"

    ORNerd replied to Ativan's topic in General Nursing

    It depends. When I was on orientation and working days, I got down a great routine and would do all my assessments, document them in the room, then pass all of my meds. When I was off orientation and...
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    WHat's your plan after RN BSN?

    ORNerd replied to MissLUckyRN's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I don't know yet. Not sure if I want to be an NP or be in leadership. Time will
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    Am I too old?

    ORNerd replied to ollieanne's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No. I thought I was too old at 26! (When I graduated!) So silly. Like others have said, many of my classmates were in their late 20's, 30's, 40's. We had a few in their 50's. It's never too...
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    Night shift and adjusting on your days off

    ORNerd replied to Katniss88's topic in General Nursing

    If your life allows you, I would try and keep a similar schedule on your nights off, i.e. stay up late and sleep in the next day. Flipping back and forth is hard on your body. I have a two year old...
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    Few questions.

    ORNerd replied to StL_Momma27's topic in General Nursing

    [How long have you been a nurse? 1 year What age did you become one? 26 Are you married? Yes Do you have children? Yes, a 2 year old boy And an extra question, is it possible to be pregnant while...
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    "Dear" doctor that just yelled at me

    ORNerd replied to anon456's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What a punch in the gut! Sounds like you handled it well, though. Sorry about your difficult night. We've all been there. I hope you have a long string of easy, vomit free
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    offered day shift...help!

    ORNerd replied to minniemickey23's topic in Nursing Career

    Go for the days. Shift differential is nice but working nights can be challenging. I work on an ortho floor too and love it! Congrats