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  1. Neuro ICU to Nursery?

    ilovebirds posted a topic in General Specialties

    Neuro ICU to Nursery - interview advice? Hi guys! I’m a neuro icu nurse with about a year and a half experience with a nursery interview lined up next week. I did say something slightly off color on...

  2. Finding a job in or near SF?

    ilovebirds replied to ilovebirds's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you both for your input. I'll try applying to a wide range of locations in California to increase the likelihood of working there as to get my foot in the door (but I will go ahead and apply...

  3. Finding a job in or near SF?

    ilovebirds posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    ***very long, whiny post ahead*** Hey, people of allnurses. I'll be graduating in May 2018, and I'm in a bit of a pickle right now. Currently, I am attending school in my home state (TN), and I...

  4. Weight-based dosing question

    ilovebirds posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hey guys - quick question. Is there ever a reason to use a weight other than the patient's actual weight in weight based dosing? Last week, I was calculating some drips, and I noticed that none of my...

  5. I struggle w/ studying for Gerontology semi-urgent

    ilovebirds replied to cjprenurse's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm a bit surprised y'all are taking gero in 1st semester! For my gero class, I focused on thinking through how the aging process affects the nursing care that is being given. Also important: things...

  6. Weight-based dosing question

    ilovebirds replied to ilovebirds's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Thank you both for your responses! The patient wasn't fluid overloaded, but was obese. I'll discuss this further with my instructor and nurses at the facility to see if there's a protocol for dosage...

  7. Nursing Student Friendliness Versus Friendliness of Students in other Majors.

    ilovebirds replied to Healthnutiam's topic in General Students

    The group I'm graduating with is full of people who are complete, uh, words I can't say on this website. Lots of catty, petty, drama queens (and kings). We learn to take care of our patients, but...

  8. D/C Foley when patient is sitting?

    ilovebirds replied to htg722's topic in General Students

    I've actually d/c'd a Foley when someone was sitting in a chair, but I would generally advise against it (especially if it is against policy!!!). It's a bit messier and more difficult to clean a pt in...

  9. How do you deal with the conflict in nursing school?

    ilovebirds replied to mzsuccess's topic in General Students

    I feel your pain! I graduate in May and I'm surrounded by those types of people. I also have dealt with actual nurses like her in the hospital setting - some were rude to the point I wanted to run and...

  10. Girl in my cohort is cheating

    ilovebirds replied to KitKat2019's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Oh gosh. First - set boundaries. If she's asking personal questions, tell her you don't feel comfortable sharing that much information. Also, since when is it a thing for strangers to try to control...

  11. Is this a fair way to fail a student?

    ilovebirds replied to duroch1's topic in General Students

    As others have said, you're at the mercy of your school. Are there other students in the same situation? Forward your school e-mail to your phone so you don't miss anything - so even if you are...

  12. Clinical instructor feels I'm not competent?

    ilovebirds replied to Holopugs's topic in General Students

    I'm a fellow nursing student and I know how nerve-wracking it can be - especially if you feel intimidated and anxious. I *personally* do not feel that your instructor's comments were tactful at all....

  13. How do you respond to competitive peers?

    ilovebirds replied to conjer's topic in General Students

    I'd say you're on the right track as far as not giving specifics with grades. Also, try to gravitate towards peers who don't see you as another person to one-up. As a current nursing student, it...

  14. Not a CNA, LPN, CMA, etc.

    ilovebirds replied to RSP.SN's topic in General Students

    I'm in nursing school and I wasn't a CNA before. It's been tough for me - but only because I have anxiety and struggle to talk to people. I'd say it's really good for developing patient communication...

  15. Did you read all of the assigned readings in nursing school ?

    ilovebirds replied to OsceanSN2018's topic in General Students

    I try to, but it never ends up that way - not before lecture, anyways! I do learn the best from reading textbooks and taking notes, though - if the textbook explains the content well! If this is the...

  16. "Nursing of the Childbearing Family" Clinical

    ilovebirds replied to kaseyrachele's topic in General Students

    OB clinical has been my favorite! If you're going to get a head start, I would recommend starting with care of the laboring patient, postpartum assessment, and newborn assessment. Knowing what's...

  17. I want to be a NICU nurse + research question

    ilovebirds posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Hello! I'm a nursing student who about a year away from graduation. I strongly believe NICU is my passion. This semester, I've had the opportunity to care for babies and even get to assess and feed a...

  18. Step-down internship advice?

    ilovebirds posted a topic in General Students

    Hey! I was wondering if anyone here has had an internship/work experience in a step-down unit and could give me advice. I will be assigned a preceptor and follow their schedule (12 hour, night shifts)...

  19. Step-down internship advice?

    ilovebirds replied to ilovebirds's topic in General Students

    I greatly appreciate your

  20. Anxiety during clinicals - advice?

    ilovebirds posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hey guys. I'm in my 3rd semester of nursing school and started clinicals last semester. I struggled with anxiety (and depression, but that's a whole 'nother can of worms) the whole time and while it...

  21. New male student in clinicals, all women, feeling isolated

    ilovebirds replied to Matucm's topic in General Students

    If all you guys are in nursing school and sharing clinical together, surely there's something you have in common to talk about! We're humans, not some weird aliens that just talk about "girl" stuff...

  22. Anxiety during clinicals - advice?

    ilovebirds replied to ilovebirds's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Thank you for your input. It definitely helps knowing there are other introverts that share similar experiences. I definitely try to be as prepared as possible - when possible, that is! The two...

  23. Smoking Nurses

    ilovebirds replied to broobrum58's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    (nursing student here) It's not my business so long as they are performing their duties as expected of them in a timely fashion. That being said, both my parents smoke. After seeing what it can do,...

  24. Help! Med surg

    ilovebirds replied to NursesRule44's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Definitely know your electrolytes forwards and backwards! My advice for memorizing the basics is to make a T chart for the s/s of lows and highs of each electrolyte (including the actual value at...

  25. Anyone else pre nursing & dealing with depression?

    ilovebirds replied to maria1315's topic in General Students

    Definitely look into mental health services at your school. They tend to be free, and often are extremely helpful! Personally speaking - if my anxiety is really acting up (and I can remove myself...