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  1. If the shoe fits

    m0lasses replied to kepd's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I also changed to running shoes. I like Altras, especially the Torin, for work. I have wide feet so these work well for me. My doc suggested them years ago and I've never owned another brand of...

  2. Adventure seeking Nurse Practitioner specialty

    m0lasses replied to mleibo4's topic in General Nursing

    Wilderness medicine is an actual discipline and an elective option now in many medical schools. Think...expedition medicine on high altitude or extended backcountry excursions. Wilderness medicine...

  3. Are There Jobs for Inexperienced RNs Besides Floor Nursing?

    m0lasses replied to jack1971's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sorry you had this experience. And, sorry you felt you had to quit. If you find yourself in this situation in your next position, I'd encourage you to talk with you coworkers, managers, and educators....

  4. TNCC?

    m0lasses posted a topic in Emergency

    Hi all. I'm working on transitioning to the ED after four years of varied RN experience in med-surg, NICU/peds float, and some ambulatory agency work on the side. I have been told differing opinions...

  5. Can I get into an accelerated program as a B student?

    m0lasses replied to nstapf's topic in General Students

    You'll have an easier time getting into an accelerated program with Bs than you will an ADN program. They'll look at essays and life experience more than other programs. At least that was true for

  6. Leaving during or right after orientation for a better job offer, please help!

    m0lasses replied to Postpartum RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Take the short commute. I had that commute on nights for a bit and almost killed myself a couple times falling asleep on my way home. It isn't worth it for you and your family. It sucks to quit so...

  7. Stupid things that nurses say

    m0lasses replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    Not what I said, but my patient's family. Mom was pumping breast milk in NICU. Dad reaches out, grabs both breasts, "here, honey, let me help you with that." He starts massaging both breasts and...

  8. Anyone switch from L&D to MB?

    m0lasses replied to Calinurse4's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The MB and LD difference is very similar to the feeling in med surg and ER or ICU. Like those in med surg are less skilled or less valuable. NOT TRUE at all, just different. No shame in wanting to do...

  9. Oh, you quirky night shifter you!

    m0lasses replied to dannibeeRN's topic in General Nursing

    Love this thread! I'm going back to nights in a new job I start next week. I'm terrified to go back! Good to hear that people do actually love

  10. Oh, you quirky night shifter you!

    m0lasses replied to dannibeeRN's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats on your job! I wondered what you decided on. Sorry you got so much crap in one of your recent posts. It's just what happens sometimes I

  11. What do you eat in the morning?

    m0lasses replied to turnforthenurse's topic in General Nursing

    I like to eat a hearty meal too. It's all about making time to cook for me. I sometimes choose the snooze button over morning cooking! When I do that, I try to always have boiled eggs on hand. I also...

  12. Any recommendations for arch pain?

    m0lasses replied to Ankh's topic in General Nursing

    I love altras. They are "foot shaped" and have never hurt my feet. They don't have a lot of support though. It feels like I am wearing really cushy socks all

  13. New labor and delivery nurse!! Tips/advice/stories wanted ;)

    m0lasses replied to Jburk1985's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congrats! I too am transitioning from maternity, peds, and NICU float to OB. My biggest tip from floating there occasionally to help is to be open to what people have to say. Get to know people, ask...

  14. Gift basket for new L&D nurse

    m0lasses replied to perfexion's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You sound like a great friend! I liked the book Fast Facts for the L&D Nurse. It is expensive for what it is though! What EFM cheat sheet did you get her? I'm looking for

  15. Sharpie on Tegaderm

    m0lasses replied to Mavrick's topic in General Nursing

    You can also use small paper tape over the edge of the tegaderm and write on

  16. New Nurse With Large Disposable Income

    m0lasses replied to LDAthleteNurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Pass your boards! Good luck, btw! Then, spend part of your first couple checks doing what you haven't been able to while you were a student. Get some nice --fill In the blank. Get it out of your...

  17. Not new RN, but orienting and feel DUMB

    m0lasses replied to NocturneNrse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    So

  18. Preferred Nurse Specialty vs. Preferred Hospital

    m0lasses replied to moonwolf12's topic in General Nursing

    Any hospital you work at is likely going to have underserved, uninsured, and/or underinsured patients. I wouldn't necessarily pick based on that. Do they offer good benefits? Are they Magnet or is...

  19. Online Tutorials: Electronic Fetal Monitoring

    m0lasses replied to VickyRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thank you! The QCOM one is great (and

  20. How long is your commute?

    m0lasses replied to the nurse who lived's topic in General Nursing

    I commuted 70 minutes for job 1, 60 for job 2 (until I moved, then 80), then 30! I wouldn't have traded the experience though. I tried to make it work for a long time with the log commute but it was...

  21. Not new RN, but orienting and feel DUMB

    m0lasses replied to NocturneNrse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You might consider letting your trainer(s) know how you feel. Knowing how much you are struggling may help them

  22. Help Me Get Excited About My Shift to Night Shift!

    m0lasses replied to seasidesoul's topic in General Nursing

    I found it hard to eat on night shift. It turns out that putting bacon in my salads (and pretty much everything else) made it much easier Also, coffee was my friend. Going back to nights soon after...

  23. Help!! New grad ER or L&D?

    m0lasses replied to casa_bella's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I find that in my hospitals it seems to be easier for RNs to go from L&D to ED than from L&D to ED. Also, many places I've looked, it has been said it is harder to get into L&D without...

  24. How To Answer The Most Common Nursing Interview Questions

    m0lasses replied to TheCommuter's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So helpful! Had an interview last week and had all questions listed in these posts! It went REALLY well because of y'all. So, THANK

  25. how much do you pay on student loans per month

    m0lasses replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    Ugh! $800 for $70,000 Dang that first private school liberal arts