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  1. Not sure if it's the career for me! Help

    jennylee321 replied to Ashleighk's topic in General Nursing

    Yes you could wait and see if you start liking maternity lectures/placement. However, not every student gets a maternity placement, I didn't. And secondly you might have a really hard time finding a...

  2. aesthetic nurse practitioner-training

    jennylee321 replied to Mazie21214's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Can you clarify whether you have no nursing experience or no NP

  3. Organizing Emergency supplies at Delivery

    jennylee321 replied to ruralscnurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    All delivery rooms have a resus cart including emergency neonatal supplies. We also bring a transport bag with all the supplies you could need at a delivery to any delivery we are called

  4. This might be really mean but I have to say it...

    jennylee321 replied to Beeboop12's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Ugh this poster doesn't deserve the time it takes to respond to this. If you want actual advice here the least you can do is not speak of patients so

  5. How does an experienced nurse transition to Ob/gyn nursing?

    jennylee321 replied to sarita78's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Also if there are any courses in your area related to the specialty that could beef up your resume a bit. Where I used to live there was a post grad obstetrical nursing certificate program that...

  6. Future of Women's Health NP or Family Primary Care NP?

    jennylee321 replied to Amtrojan's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Amtrojan if you end up really loving L&D you could also look into the CNM role for your future

  7. NICU Before Moving to L&D

    jennylee321 replied to Amtrojan's topic in Ob/Gyn

    New grad programs in large NICUs are often known for being very extensive, like the previous poster said they are big units and can absorb the orientation cost. However I will say that I've only done...

  8. PP nurse being sent to med-surg floors to take pt assignment?

    jennylee321 replied to livealoha's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Floating to other areas is very common where I work, it's basically their main way to staff the hospital. I have only ever worked NICU so yes I panic when I'm floated. They seem to think it's fine to...

  9. Sticky Sterile Gloves

    jennylee321 replied to lorias's topic in General Nursing

    Practice makes perfect with sterile gloves. As soon as I started working and using them every day I could get them on with my eyes closed. And as the previous poster said it's always easier performing...

  10. Is nursing right for me?

    jennylee321 replied to MSTLUV's topic in General Students

    I was very glad to read at the end of your post that you are going to seek some counselling from your school. Because when you do make such a big decision re: if nursing is the career for you, I hope...

  11. Furthering my education (HELP)

    jennylee321 replied to rnamara's topic in General Nursing

    I wholeheartedly agree with CoffeYogaNurse. Until you've been a nurse for a bit you don't really know what you want to do so don't rush into more study. Also I've noticed something that is pretty...

  12. I'm having doubts about nursing... :(

    jennylee321 replied to Texasstudent0's topic in General Students

    I think one reason why the OP got these reactions is because the title "I'm having doubts about nursing...". It kind of makes it all sound a bit dramatic. People on here often write "VENT" in the...

  13. How To Properly Clean Your Stethoscope

    jennylee321 replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    "Now I am going to clean my hands" hehe I always remember my clinical lab instructor saying this when she did

  14. Does nursing offer more opportunities than PA?

    jennylee321 replied to nurse2bnoob101's topic in General Nursing

    I think you answered your own question ahah I don't know a tonne about PAs so maybe try to speak to one, but yes I'd say the opportunities in nursing are so broad. So many areas and roles you can...

  15. Health Care is Not a Right

    jennylee321 replied to Tetra's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    The thing is that people are going to receive care when they present to hospital with emergent issues. It would be unethical not to provide it. Low income people cannot afford insurance so what makes...

  16. Health Care is Not a Right

    jennylee321 replied to Tetra's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    And I how do I benefit by your kids going to school for

  17. NICU-Specific Interview Questions

    jennylee321 replied to KMcN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Someone senior to you or a colleague does something you know is wrong, what do you do ? Common question, phrased in different ways ie. Doctor prescribes wrong drug/wrong dose, nurse doesn't use...

  18. How can I say thank you?

    jennylee321 replied to Mommaof3warriors's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    I do really like getting thank you notes and cards. It's just a little reminder to us that we are doing a good job. Usually food is a good option because it can be shared among the whole team. We...

  19. Tb testing on hire

    jennylee321 replied to Missha's topic in Canada

    As long as you have a record of your initial 2 step TB skin test you should only need a 1 step. I got my 2 step over 10 years ago and have only needed a 1 step ever since. Also occupational health at...

  20. How To Recover From Near Rock Bottom...

    jennylee321 replied to Snowana's topic in General Nursing

    Im sorry you are going through this. Is there any way you could get to the bottom of why your old unit doesn't sang you back? Could you sit down with the

  21. 14 weeks pregnant

    jennylee321 replied to Lets_cruz's topic in Ob/Gyn

    As per terms of use we cannot provide medical advice on this forum. This topic will be closed by the

  22. Nurses on Working Holiday Visa to Australia/New Zealand

    jennylee321 replied to Scooby-Dooby-Doo's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    Yeah once you have Australian registration the New Zealand registration will be easy to obtain. I can't speak for Australia, but since your from California. Just a heads up, no such thing as mandated...

  23. Best Shoes for Nurses

    jennylee321 replied to ccr1018's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I also just got a new pair of danskos, had tried nikes for a bit at my new job but my legs and feet were so tired after a shift. Much improved with the Danskos. I will of course give my standard...

  24. New nurse- question r/t her job

    jennylee321 replied to NewNurse91D's topic in General Nursing

    Yes that would be inappropriate, explain to them all the reasons you just say

  25. Skin care in the NICU

    jennylee321 replied to Pajefferson16's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    When the sudacream/zinc oxide isn't working, mixing some stoma powder with it seems to