lilnursey'15

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  1. I have been in my OR residency for about 2 weeks and I'm loving it! You never really realize how easy it is to break sterility (luckily this hasn't happened during an actual surgery). There's so much...
  2. Nurses: How far is your commute?

    While in nursing school I commuted 25 miles (20mins-1hr+ depending on traffic) for my tech job. I absolutely hate traffic so for my new job as a RN, I have moved less than 2 miles (5 min drive) away....
  3. Nurses who've had LASIK

    Thank you all! I'm going to browse around for a doctor and schedule a consultation. I'm only 22 so might as well do it now and not regret it in the future
  4. Nurses who've had LASIK

    Wondering how your surgery went? I am interested in LASIK but I'm worried with all the time I'll spend charting staring at the computer screen will be a problem. I will be starting in the OR next...
  5. NCLEX RN Advice

    I recently passed the NCLEX. The majority of my test prep was using UWorld. I did 75-100 questions a day in untimed study mode and thoroughly read every single rationale (even if I got the question...
  6. is a Hospital job in nursing school necessary?

    I worked as a tech for 3 semesters of nursing school. While not necessary I learned so much and got so comfortable being around patients. Some nurses would even let me practice my nursing skills. I...
  7. Watches

    Look into Garmin Vivofit, I'm not sure about displaying seconds but it has everything else you mentioned above. You also don't have to charge it every couple of days since its battery operated. If...
  8. Thank you Ruby for starting this thread, and also Spiker for her thorough responses, and anyone else who has contributed on this thread. I will be starting an OR residency soon and this was just what...
  9. 12 hr shift makeup routine

    Make Up Forever Primer your choice of foundation and powder NYX setting spray (this stuff works better than urban decays spray for my skin) Hope that helps, I also blot halfway through my shift....
  10. Which internship to take?

    I would choose job 3 since you've always wanted to work NICU and this hospital has a national reputation. Try talking to people who already work there, ask to shadow. Finally listen to your gut, if...
  11. Ever have a patient complain about you?

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  12. I love this little analogy. I'm just a nursing student, but this explains exactly how I feel about my tech job. Hoping for more red skittle days! Sent from my iPhone using
  13. So I am currently a nursing student in Texas, while I don't graduate with my BSN until December I like planning ahead. I love Texas, but I feel like because I am young and single this is the perfect...
  14. Non-FIT Nurses and FIT Nurses

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  15. Non-FIT Nurses and FIT Nurses

    I have tried to cut back on most bad foods, but my love for ice cream won't go down without a fight. I eat the whole pint in one sitting... at least once a week 🙈 I may need help lol Sent...
  16. Hand hygiene policies

    Foam in Foam out ALWAYS. That's the policy at my hospital. I think even if nothing is touched this rule is still in place (for good reason) because "better safe than sorry" :) Sent from my iPhone...
  17. Dansko, Sorry, DO NOT GO WITH DANSKO

    You must really not like these shoes.. You've posted this on several posts mentioning Danskos :) I have bad/weak ankles so these shoes aren't an option for me. But they seem to work for a lot of...
  18. New job or stay at old one?

    I think this position sounds like a great job to get experience. Also when it is time to apply for GN positions you will be able to be hired internally. Just something to think about. Sent from my...
  19. Attention med/surg/floor nurses

    I've seen 30 yr old men with their mothers hovering at the bedside. Difficult/annoying parents never really go away, the patients just get older. Just my $.02 Sent from my iPhone using
  20. New grad RN mayo clinic

    I'm also curious to how this process works. :) Sent from my iPhone using
  21. Nursing internship/externship questions!

    An Extern position is for students currently in nursing school. They pretty much take on a PCT/CNA role. Also with the title of Extern the nurses may allow you to take on actual nursing tasks with...
  22. Being productive after clinical days

    When you find out let me know, lol. I can never do I intense studying after clinical so I reserve the time after clinical to complete busywork assignments that don't take too much brainwork. I also...
  23. Applying to jobs out of state

    I guess I'll get experience here try to move elsewhere! Thank you :) Sent from my iPhone using
  24. Experienced floor nurse seeks ICU

    I've been told not to even mention becoming a CRNA. The manager knows you will just leave in 2 years. They would rather hire someone else who's willing to stay for the long run. Sent from my iPhone...
  25. Depression r/t nursing school !!

    I know school is at the center of your world but try to make time for yourself. Go hang out with friends nursing or non nursing. Watch one of your favorite shows. Find a hobby that you enjoy it will...