SteelGrey

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  1. New Grad - NICU or L&D ?

    SteelGrey replied to grpyrRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I started in L&D. I feel like NICU and L&D can cross paths at times, like if your a NICU nurse attending a c-section or a high risk birth etc if thats how your facility runs things. but I feel...

  2. Anyone having trouble getting hired??

    SteelGrey replied to skydancer7's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I have seen some same day turn around stuff but its typically covid specific and crisis oriented--like may be temporary. A regular FT job unrelated to this may take time due to the priority being on...

  3. Do I take my dream job while pregnant during the pandemic?

    SteelGrey replied to TKsprivatenurse's topic in Disaster Preparation

    If Covid is your deciding factor then you shouldn't be working in general- it is everywhere the people are, which is everywhere. However, sounds like staying home isn't an option, so I would take the...

  4. Was I a complete idiot for wanting to get into OB? Now I'm lost and don't know what to do with my life.

    SteelGrey replied to RubyJuly2020's topic in General Nursing

    Girl -brush the dust off you pants, and get going! Take the NCLEX and get grooving. Even if OB was impossible to get into right away, it is possible. Be willing to try other things to gain experience...

  5. Tele Nurse now in Postpartum my "dream job"...and I'm not liking it.

    SteelGrey replied to Sophie2318's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It's cool to let go of OB and do something different! The beauty of nursing. If you still feel like you want to be in OB though, consider L&D, high risk antepartum or NICU ( if you have a higher...

  6. Critical Care Eliticism?

    SteelGrey replied to LibraNurse27's topic in General Nursing

    Go for it! There is nothing wrong with liking something new or dare I say being comfortable, happy and enjoying your job. As previous poster recommended, you could always cross train in the future...

  7. New nurse needs help finding a new non-bedside job?

    SteelGrey replied to Puppylover0213's topic in General Nursing

    If transferring to a different unit is an option, I would look into it! As some people mentioned, you may not actually hate bedside, just the shitastic situation your in now- i totally would be ready...

  8. Where to go!

    SteelGrey replied to LG_1984's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow, sounds like you have lots of great things going on in your future. I went right into L&D, and I feel like it is its own beast. Obviously great to come in with basic nursing skills, but it's...

  9. What do you eat during your shifts?

    SteelGrey replied to socal212's topic in General Nursing

    Graham crackers/saltines and peanut butter from the nutrition room, or if I'm feeling salty, chicken broth. Jello for dessert. haha, Hmm.. I try to keep protein based stuff- cheese sticks, jerky,...

  10. I can’t get past orientation and want to be an aid instead

    SteelGrey replied to Bjessica's topic in General Nursing

    Get into a different unit or specialty with a lower patient load. The world is your oyster, don’t let not being able to handle 7 patients on a floor job break you. No one should have that

  11. Asked to Write a Formal Explanation

    SteelGrey replied to BSN_Studnt's topic in General Nursing

    You fell asleep/were impaired because you couldn’t afford your heart medications because you spent 1000 dollars on gift cards that turned out to be a company ceo e-mail scam? Sorry, your story is...

  12. Haven't worked since I graduated

    SteelGrey replied to nnasser83's topic in General Nursing

    Many hospitals have “new grad” residencies, that can apply to anyone under a year or experience. Reach out to some recruiters with these types of programs with your situation. You never

  13. termination :(

    SteelGrey replied to dlee50's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with some others, I think it was weird for a hospital to go through investing in all the hiring process and orientation and not offer you to transfer to a lower acuity floor setting to gain...

  14. New Grad: How do I handle harsh criticism from other nurses?

    SteelGrey replied to Sunny-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I would get into a new grad ICU residency and tell her to have a nice day

  15. RN Dialysis training - Davita vs Fresenius

    SteelGrey replied to van_rn's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    The “Dialysis Inc” locations ( another company with locations in USA) do 13.5 /3 days a week hour days around here which is still alot! But seems to be the standard. If you can stick it out and...

  16. Two Jobs: Full-time night, Part-time day

    SteelGrey replied to ADNRN2016's topic in General Nursing

    Scheduling is not that simple. Just pick up extra shifts at your FT

  17. Gossiping Nurses

    SteelGrey replied to Beau Wolf's topic in General Nursing

    Gossip is the underlying current in nursing and many otherprofessions. You won’t be able to avoid it. Keep trying your best, be humble, learn from mistakes and be positive. At some-point you may...

  18. ER to Floor...hating it

    SteelGrey replied to iheartnursing91's topic in Emergency

    I would 100 percent transfer if possible. Go for what feels like family or home to you. Staff and patients can recognize when you like your job and it makes for a positive and healthy working...

  19. Preceptor is SO BAD!

    SteelGrey replied to Guest606's topic in General Nursing

    Iv’e been the lost puppy! I’d maybe give it a little more time- you may have to develop more of a relationship with her in-order for her to relax and start letting you do things and be more open....

  20. Feeling So Guilty I Could Cry

    SteelGrey replied to AlmostThere19's topic in General Nursing

    Only 6 weeks? You are rocking it! This is basically what every day is like on the floor— It sets many nurses up for failure and forces employees into making impossible priorities. I’m sad your...

  21. Guys, I'm an unintentional job hopper.

    SteelGrey replied to Tink87's topic in General Nursing

    I think it’s awesome. Find something you wanna get up and go to every week. Your patients and employers will end up better off in the end. You can stick things out to please imaginary people or be...

  22. I am not good at nursing

    SteelGrey replied to Lostinorlando's topic in General Nursing

    Who is good at something only doing it like 3 days a week for 6 months? The demands in nursing are insane, but don't let them take away your sanity. You can absolutley be a floor nurse and a good...

  23. Is it like this everywhere now?

    SteelGrey replied to Forest2's topic in General Nursing

    We have moved so far away from critical thinking & patient centered care, and into computer driven, task oriented, box checking ******* How all of this isn't a national crisis, I don't know. The...

  24. New Graduate, Only one interview, Should I Be Picky

    SteelGrey replied to Mrsvirgomama's topic in General Nursing

    I'll be the odd new grad out and say that If you can, I don't think it hurts to try to seek more opportunities. I know right now being May, everyone and their mother is applying and interviewing- so...

  25. NICU Residency job status “closed”

    SteelGrey replied to DaisyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Every hospital system is different! I'd start by getting in touch with human resources if you want to better understand their lingo/terminology/application process. Personally, I found most HR places...