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  1. Need NM/ANM advice on politics of job change

    m0lasses posted a topic in Nurse Management

    Hi all. I want to hear the thoughts of those in management. I have been at my current hospital for about two and a half years and my current position for just under a year. I moved recently for my...

  2. Books to read before starting nursing school

    m0lasses replied to Mapachita's topic in General Nursing

    Your desire to read and review before it starts shows that you'll do just fine. I agree with the other posters that this is the time to read for pleasure. You'll get the rest in school. Also, I second...

  3. Scared of Night Shift d/t Mental Health Dx

    m0lasses replied to wanna_be's topic in General Nursing

    Not all nurses start on night shift or on med-surg for that matter! I did nights for less than 6 months and couldn't handle it. I talked with my supervisor and got a day shift position pretty soon...

  4. Nicu/peds float - becoming competent

    m0lasses replied to m0lasses's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Thank

  5. Nicu/peds float - becoming competent

    m0lasses posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    So, I have a lot of questions and just need general support as a newer pediatric float nurse working in NICU. This is a long one! Do you have floats in your NICU? What assignments do they take? How...

  6. Nurses with fake smiles

    m0lasses replied to Nash3222's topic in General Nursing

    Sadly, as a rather inteoverted bur hard-working person, I find this is true. I don't talk a lot at work because I don't know what to say and this has impacted me in both of my careers. Ugh! It really...

  7. PALS Certification

    m0lasses replied to newmedsurgnurse's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Study the algorithms and look up what you have questions about. the testing is from the algorithms pretty much. Ask why that is the intervention and figure out the answer. It is not as bad as it...

  8. Can I take a float job as a new grad?

    m0lasses replied to opy73's topic in General Nursing

    I had several friends who started as floats and still love it. They got great orientation, have experience in many specialties if they want to transition, and have opportunity to get extra hours...

  9. New Nurse ... not distinguishing myself as brilliant

    m0lasses replied to SilverSister's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry that you have had that experience with your coworkers. Not okay! I am am almost in tears reading your post because I remember how similarly I felt as a new nurse (and again now, two...

  10. No More ED Report?

    m0lasses replied to FarmerFNP's topic in Medical-Surgical

    At my facility the ED only calls report to the icu and cvcu. On med-surg, we have 30 mins from time of bed assignment to call if we have questions. Often, I don't know I'm getting a PT until 10 or 20...

  11. Bariatric Beds

    m0lasses replied to BWBC's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Do you have ceiling lifts in your icu? What about floor lifts? You can tilt easily with lifts and slings to prevent skin breakdown. You can also use limb slings for the pannus if you have them. If...

  12. Salem New Grad November 2013

    m0lasses posted a topic in Oregon Nursing

    Salem Hospital opened another new grad program that starts in November. Sorry for the late notice...applications are due on Monday, September 23. Anyone applying this

  13. Salem, OR Internship Program Summer 2013

    m0lasses replied to SamanthaJean89's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Just finished my 5th week on the floor. I really like it so far. Preceptor and other staff are friendly and helpful. Manager is approachable. Benefits are good. Commute sucks, but it is worth it. I'm...

  14. I got the job, now what??

    m0lasses replied to SapphireLove's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Also, read up on diabetes again, especially on the different

  15. I got the job, now what??

    m0lasses replied to SapphireLove's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Congratulations! I just started on a med surg floor after about the same amount of time doing other things. Here is what I'm figuring out that I need to review, though it will be different for you,...

  16. How do you eat healthy and stay fit on 12s?

    m0lasses posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi other newbies. I am looking for advice and ideas for healthy eating on 12 hour shifts. Do you have a favorite meal or snack that you like? Do you prep food ahead of time and freeze it? How...

  17. New grad nurse in hospital and feel like I won't make it through orientation.

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

    Have you talked with your preceptor at all about this? If you have the opportunity, it could be good to talk with him or her. I was a staff trainer for new educators for a long time before becoming...

  18. FOOOOOOOOOD - What snacks/meals do you have for clinicals?

    m0lasses replied to bagface's topic in General Students

    I did a lot of eating out and/or grabbing cafeteria food in school. I gained 10 pounds for it too even though I was active. I'd recommend packing your lunch. Some ideas for days are oatmeal packets...

  19. Ideas on ways to stay busy during your job search

    m0lasses replied to Ginnym1981's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    OP, what is your ideal job? Have you considered getting your Washington license? That will open up more jobs for you, even if it isn't the dream

  20. Salem, OR Internship Program Summer 2013

    m0lasses replied to SamanthaJean89's topic in Oregon Nursing

    A friend of mine just interviewed and got an offer on Friday! I'm excited to start in a couple

  21. Should i get my paramedic so that i can go straight into er when u get my RN?

    m0lasses replied to Jeremymsl's topic in Nursing Career

    My thought is that an RN/eMT-B with 2 years of tech experience is going to be better off than a new RN/EMT-P with no experience. If you can get in as a tech in an ER you will be an internal hire and...

  22. does anyone know a free nursing organization

    m0lasses replied to stillconfused2209's topic in Nursing Career

    You can get discounted rates with most specialty organizations if you are a student or NSNA member. I don't know of any free organizations, but do know that a lot of them will help with membership...

  23. Yay! A job...now what?

    m0lasses posted a topic in Medical-Surgical

    Hi everyone. I just got a new grad residency position on a medical floor. I'm really excited. I start in a few weeks. My med-surg clinical was over a year ago. I was wondering if you all have advice...

  24. Yay! A job...now what?

    m0lasses replied to m0lasses's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Thanks tokmom. I've seen some good brain sheets on here. I am meeting with a nurse from the floor who I know before I start so I know what to expect. Any other new grad tips for building rapport with...

  25. Salem, OR Internship Program Summer 2013

    m0lasses replied to SamanthaJean89's topic in Oregon Nursing