NurseKait_11 replied to Diadai2021's topic in General Nursing
That is a possibility, but that alone should not deter you from becoming a nurse. Always just be careful and know how to safely dispose of a needle and be extra aware when using one so you don't poke...
Just stumbled across this post while browsing through the Scrubs/ Uniform thread! Yeah, basically you can wear anything you want! I have seen most nurses leave their work shoes at work and wear tennis...
Yes you can absolutely use your preceptor, or clinical instructor! Definitely someone who can attest to your bedside skills, willingness to learn, team-player, takes feedback well, etc. Also, I...
Hey EmilyRae08! Are you doing the WHNP program full time or part time? Do they give a part time option? I’m looking into WHNP programs possibly for the
Hey all! Looking into this school for WHNP in the further. Are you all doing the program full time or part time? How long do they predict it will take if you go part time? thanks in
NurseKait_11 replied to Superbabes's topic in NICU, Neonatal
Stumbled upon this post late, but I am actually glad to see a post like this. I have thought a lot about this because I work in a Level IV NICU and we definitely get our fair share of mico-preemies...
NurseKait_11 replied to jennylee321's topic in NICU, Neonatal
I worked this past Christmas Eve and the few shifts before then had been absolutely nuts. I was really nervous that my Christmas Eve shift would be crazy too so I was pretty anxious and just wanted a...
NurseKait_11 replied to beekindRN's topic in General Nursing
I am a NICU nurse and I have found that I love working with the 34-35 weeks preemies that are just learning how to drink from a bottle. Sometimes i feel like i take bottle feeding for granted with the...
Thank you, I hope you have good luck too! I interviewed there in September of 2017! I was told that it's extremely busy and once you transfer a patient you'll likely get another soon after. It was a...
Hey! I currently work in NICU but am looking to get into L and D myself! I did my practicum at University of Maryland St. Joseph medical center though, in L and D and really liked it. I am not sure...
Let me see if I can clarify. I have been doing research on MSN options, as I'd like to pursue a higher degree. If I did, and MSN in education may be something I am interested in, as a clinical...
NurseKait_11 replied to JuliannaJ's topic in NICU, Neonatal
Hey there! First off, congrats on your upcoming graduation! I just completed my first year as a NICU new grad and glad I came across your post. I honestly think that if NICU or infant care is what you...
Hey all, I am a new grad nurse (graduated this past May) and am looking to get my MSN sometime in the future. I am leaning towards getting an MSN in education, but not sure I want to teach at a school...