megatronRN

megatronRN

Member

  • Content

    24

  • Visitors

    1,245

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    0

All Content by megatronRN

  1. Neobar use in the NICU

    megatronRN replied to lmse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    1. Neobars are secured by the RT at delivery. Even with drying and correct placement, adhesion can be an issue. On our tiniest babies (23-25w), we still use cloth tape to secure ETTs. 2. We use a...

  2. Neobar use in the NICU

    megatronRN replied to lmse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It's interesting that you said nasal intubation is the way forward, as on our unit it has been completely phased out due to facial/sinus trauma and septum breakdown. A few of our doctors still nasally...

  3. Level 3...not good enough?

    megatronRN replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Push for the sicker babies and continue on your path. When I want a particular assignment, I try to get to the unit earlier than normal and speak to the Charge Nurse. I'm not sure how your unit...

  4. New grad with 2 job offers

    megatronRN replied to Nurseannieb's topic in General Nursing

    If you have any desire to continue your education in the near future, go ICU. Yes it is stressful, yes it is a lot to learn, yes it is difficult, but overall it will benefit your career more and you...

  5. CNA's in a NICU setting

    megatronRN replied to milliemack15's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Many NICUs do not use CNAs anymore. I'd imagine you will be restocking, answering phones, gathering supplies, setting up equipment, etc. You'll be functioning more as HUC/equipment aid. A wonderful...

  6. Why did you decide to become a nurse?

    megatronRN replied to sd610's topic in General Nursing

    For the plethora of free food in the break room,

  7. Lack of Experinced Nurses on Night Shift

    megatronRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi All! I'm curious if anyone else has insight into this issue... I began working in a level III NICU five months ago. I'm enjoying my role and learning a great deal. Most of the experienced nurses...

  8. NICU vs. Peds Med-Surg/Step-down

    megatronRN replied to nurse-samie's topic in Pediatric

    Hi! I am currently working in the NICU. I love it, but it is extremely unit specific and I couldn't see easily transitioning into PICU. As a level III NICU, the main diagnosis you work with is...

  9. Staying comfortable vs. hastening death

    megatronRN replied to RNMarykay's topic in General Nursing

    I've never hesitated to use the ordered "comfort measure" drugs in a dying patient. If the patient is actively dying, it seems much more ethical to lessen their pain and make them comfortable through...

  10. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    livi66- It was the Women's Health

  11. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    One of my applications switched from "Under Review" to "Applicant Not Selected". It's good to know they are moving on in the process! Has anyone heard anything about Labor and

  12. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    They called me for ortho/neuro, but I expressed my top choices were L&D and Oncology. No one should get discouraged, it sounds like they have a lot of applications to get through and a lot of HR...

  13. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    I got a call Wednesday from SMCA for my third choice unit. She said she was going to see if I was a candidate for my first choice and get back to me about interviews. Hopefully soon! She did mention...

  14. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    Just got all my applications in finally! Good luck to everyone! This thread has lots of good info... thank you to those who posted! Hopefully someone hears something soon regarding an

  15. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    Sameee

  16. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    Does anyone know what the second part of the application

  17. Taking Patients down to the Morgue

    megatronRN replied to cd365c's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    This post has taken an odd turn. In the facility where I used to work nurses took bodies to the morgue. I didn't mind it, the part I really don't like is bagging the body. It feels dehumanizing to me...

  18. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    I thought the open house was alright. There were a ton of people... but many of the people I talked to were very specific about where they wanted to be. Many people were looking for ICU positions and...

  19. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    I applied to NICU, Acute Care (Cardio/Tele), and Perinatal. I have my BSN as well. Is there anything to bring to the open house besides

  20. Seton RN Residency July 2015

    megatronRN replied to Smara's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi there! I applied as well. I've been working for six months in Wisconsin, but I'm hoping to relocate to Austin by late March/early April. I will be attending the open house next week. Can't wait to...

  21. Sharp New Grad Winter 2014/2015

    megatronRN replied to carizzal's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    My status is still "under consideration" as well since 10/14. I do think some departments move faster than others... The programs I applied for don't start until February, so they will probably move...

  22. Sharp New Grad Winter 2014/2015

    megatronRN replied to carizzal's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I applied the 14th as well. I'm excited, I applied for the adult health residency at Memorial and the Grossmont med/surg and acute rehab rotations. I currently work in rehab, hoping to hear something...