moonchild20002000 replied to NewlyANurse's topic in Pediatric
Well if peds is your passion then do it! I think you might be happier in peds LTC. There will be plenty to learn,hopefully you will enough experience to reapply at the Children's Hospital. Just my...
moonchild20002000 replied to Darkfield's topic in General Nursing
I have seen many,many deaths but the one that was so hard for me was my younger brother. He had esophageal cancer. He had it for less than a year before he died.We took care of him at home,he lived 4...
moonchild20002000 replied to kidnurse98's topic in General Nursing
I am so sorry about the situation you are in.I think you need to first speak to an employment attorney and see how they can help you.Then you need to get out even if it means working at another...
Congratulations on your new job!I worked for the military in the past and loved the job! I had numerous opportunities for further education. Any skills you lose can be easily relearned.Good luck and...
moonchild20002000 replied to cannoli's topic in General Nursing
I had my repair done about 8 years ago. I had an easy recovery. I did PT for 3 months and have 100% mobility and no pain. Showering was limited until the incision healed but I was still able to...
Your speed and organizational skills will improve. Ask other nurses to share some of their tips. Are you concerned about your pt's BP is too low? Verify orders with the MD. The first year is difficult...
moonchild20002000 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing
I have always noticed the smell of death.I would describe it as very similar to what others smell. I think the smell lingers on me,I have to shower,wash my hair and wash my clothes. My brother died at...