Calzonan RN

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  1. Don't know if I'm going to make it as an OB nurse

    Calzonan RN replied to Calzonan RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I just wanted to update everyone. I'm throwing in the towel. I absolutely love L&D but I'm in a no-win situation. I worked with a preceptor the other day, had two patients getting cervidil...

  2. New nurse ?- SVE's when closed/thick/high

    Calzonan RN posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am in my last week of orientation on L&D and am feeling pretty comfortable in most areas. The one area I'm concerned with however, is SVE's when the pt is cl/th/high. I've got short fingers,...

  3. How long for an L&D orientation?

    Calzonan RN replied to L&DRN2008's topic in Ob/Gyn

    A long orientation would've been wonderful. I was given 12 weeks and at the end of it was told that I should be able to handle two high risk patients and any emergencies that come up, on my own....

  4. Should I look for new job??

    Calzonan RN replied to 2bTraumaRN2008's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would give it a chance for a while longer, especially if you like the unit you're on, that's hard to find. Have you tried all the tricks that work for people who work nights? On my first night...

  5. What overwhelms you the most? What did NS NOT prepare you for?

    Calzonan RN replied to ReinventingMyselfAgain's topic in First Year After Licensure

    All of these are great suggestions, I wish I had read this thread when I first graduated!! What I wish nursing school had taught me.... 1. Always watch your back. Just because your preceptor talks...

  6. Don't know if I'm going to make it as an OB nurse

    Calzonan RN replied to Calzonan RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I just talked to my manager today and she told me that by the end of 12 weeks of orientation (remember this is a very busy hospital, 500+ births a month, sometimes 25 in a 24 hour period) I should be...

  7. Don't know if I'm going to make it as an OB nurse

    Calzonan RN replied to Calzonan RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You guys are the greatest, thanks so much for your responses, you've made me feel much better. I've been evaluating everything in my mind for the last day and I think part of my problem is I really...

  8. New Grade Salary?

    Calzonan RN replied to chocolateskye's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Banner has a great training program for the OR. Their pay is higher than CHW, but their benefits aren't as good. New grads in Dec started at 24.50 at Banner and 24.10 at Mercy and Chandler Regional....

  9. ASU vs. MCC Really?

    Calzonan RN replied to Bormio's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Do whatever takes the least amount of time, if you can look into the programs (Grand Canyon, and I'm not sure where else, has one) that allow you to use your BS degree and fast forward through NS it...

  10. NS about to start OB rotation. Any advise?

    Calzonan RN replied to 3sodapop's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I just finished NS last December so I may be a little more aware of students in my unit because of that. Some advice, not just for OB but for any rotation, learn as much as you can!!!! I can't...

  11. scottsdale memorial health systen

    Calzonan RN replied to vivicaq's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I have heard really good things about Scottsdale Healthcare system, mostly that they treat their employees well. I've also been a patient there, four times to be exact, and found the nurses to be...

  12. Why nursing?

    Calzonan RN replied to samantha18's topic in General Nursing

    No problem....Ultrasound

  13. ASU's NET Essay

    Calzonan RN replied to GirlOnPfizer's topic in Arizona Nursing

    If you guys do a search on allnurses you may come up with some good suggestions about writing your essay. There was a similar question posed a few years ago and someone went into detail about how to...

  14. Advice for those of you in NS

    Calzonan RN posted a topic in Arizona Nursing

    I just finished NS in December and was talking with a fellow graduate who has not found a job yet, despite applying for over 40 positions. It made me think that not everybody is prepared enough to...

  15. Do they count LPN experience re: pay?

    Calzonan RN replied to Innurse78's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I can tell you a little bit about school nursing here. My aunt's been a school nurse for 30+ years, is two years away from retirement from a school in 'downtown' Phoenix where she is literally the...

  16. Waiting list advice and help

    Calzonan RN replied to mamaof6's topic in Arizona Nursing

    :yeahthat: I completely agree with what Cursed Irishman said. Those classes would be a waste of your time/money right now. What you really should be doing is nailing patho and A&P, knowing those...

  17. Why nursing?

    Calzonan RN replied to samantha18's topic in General Nursing

    I'm still sort of looking into it. Luckily in the area I'm in it's easy to get some training in US and I'll be able to tell if it's what I'm looking for. Luckily, as I was going through nursing school...

  18. externships

    Calzonan RN replied to mmelrose's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I know both Banner and CHW hire externs after block 2, in fact I'm pretty sure CHW hires them after block one, my friend started externing at Chandler REgional after block one. At Banner you work one...

  19. Why nursing?

    Calzonan RN replied to samantha18's topic in General Nursing

    When I initially started my pre-req's for nursing school my motivation was completely different than it is now. I was nearing the end of my GI bill money and was looking to go back to school for my...

  20. MCC Nursing Program Info - Just Got In

    Calzonan RN replied to mxems's topic in Arizona Nursing

    My friend just graduated from MCC, it's a great school. She went 4-5 days a week and I'm pretty sure she didn't get to pick her schedule. Nursing school isn't like regular school, you pretty much do...

  21. Help?! Possible relocation

    Calzonan RN replied to JoniL&DRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I guess they've raised it then. I was offered a position there in November and it was $23.50 with nighttime dif being 20%. I have a couple of friends who were hired at Banner Baywood Heart and they...

  22. Help?! Possible relocation

    Calzonan RN replied to JoniL&DRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    As a fellow new grad I can give you an idea what the hospitals are paying new grads. Banner $24.50/hr- nighttime dif is 20%, but no weekend dif CHW (Mercy and Chandler Regional)- 24.10/hr, nighttime...

  23. Newbie nurse with a ? about perineal massage.

    Calzonan RN posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I've heard about the pros/cons of perineal massage while a woman is pushing. My preceptor told me it's a good idea to do it to help stretch the tissue (especially in primes) and prevent tears. One...

  24. Got my NCLEX results....

    Calzonan RN posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    And I PASSED!!!!!:w00t::balloons: I woke up at 3AM and it wasn't on there yet (hey, I'm anxious). My friend had her results at 6AM, so I checked the BON again at 6, no results, and kept checking it...

  25. Gilbert, AZ info please?

    Calzonan RN replied to Innurse78's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I can tell you about Gilbert, I've lived here for 10 years!! I LOVE it here, it definitely is that small town feel with all the ammenities of big city living. YOu're close to a number of freeways,...