NicuGal MSN, RN

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    What do NICU nurses consider "viability"?

    NicuGal replied to Summers_Off's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Depends on which attending is on. We have 2 that bring back 22 weekers. We have had a few survive but they ended up trached and g-tubed and sent to long care facilities. So
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    Transferring to NICU

    NicuGal replied to RN-BSNheather's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Most places have a one year time limit for transferring. Check your HR
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    Floating

    NicuGal replied to HyperSaurus, RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We go to peds, PICU and the nurseries. We don't take any kids over one year old unless we are comfortable with it. I don't mind toddlers or vented kids in PICU since Prn'd there. But if I don't...
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    Wrist tattoo in Nursing

    NicuGal replied to futurenurseLisa's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    We aren't allowed to wear long sleeves or watches in our hospital per ID. I would wait and see what the hospitals policy is and if it
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    Pediatric Chest Tube Securement Devices

    NicuGal replied to nterenzoni's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    I haven't seen any stat locks for chest tubes. We still tape and pin in several
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    Why I think L&D nursing really is best and hardest

    NicuGal replied to lovemyjoblandd's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have to agree that every speciality has it's best and hardest part. But to say you can go into any situation or unit and be able to function efficiently is a bit foolhardy. Come over the NICU for a...
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    Nurse with 10 years adult experience starting NICU ..... help!!!!

    NicuGal replied to notsosupernurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Merstein and Gardner are one of the best ones. Core Curriculum is okay also
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    Can parents give medically fragile kids meds w/o Dr. order in homecare?

    NicuGal replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I would tell her that the O2 has to be in the house for emergency purposes and storing it in a shed is hazard. If she refuses I would write it up and resign or call DCFS. And parents can give over...
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    Online RN-BSN with no math?

    NicuGal replied to Streetrod's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I believe OU is the same, you have to take stats, but no other
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    Uniform Inspection

    NicuGal replied to saraCOS's topic in General Students

    I was of the same day as Esme lol we had pinstripe dresses that had a pinafore front or we could wear white polyester pants and a top that resembled the dress. We could wear a navy sweater and always...
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    Is it legal to give a friend insulin before meals?

    NicuGal replied to mommasgirls's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    What is this kid going to do when he goes to college? He really needs to do this for himself! If he is going on vacation with you make sure you get a note that says you can take him for treatment (...
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    How to deal with angry doctors

    NicuGal replied to ann915's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That needs to be
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    Can a nurse survive on several per diem jobs?

    NicuGal replied to ihatethisjob's topic in General Nursing

    Do you have health insurance thru a spouse? That would be a big thing to consider since benefits are so expensive. And PRN aren't always guaranteed hours, so I would make sure to have a nest
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    Nurses that tells lies

    NicuGal replied to kendel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Confront her. I have found that being direct with someone like this is the best way to handle them. You could also request a meeting with this person with the unit manager
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    CVICU and NICU?

    NicuGal replied to kht124's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Where I work, we only hire PRN's into NICU or high risk L/D if they are experienced. You have to have NRP, STABLE for both and fetal monitoring for L/D. We don't give a full orientation to PRNs...
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    Do I throw down the Gauntlet?

    NicuGal replied to suanna's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yup, we turned in one of our attendings twice...he had to step down temporarily from unit director and attend anger management classes. If he gets reported again he gets fired. Funny how nice and...
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    Magnet status and the public

    NicuGal replied to 2bAngilRN's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    When we first obtained Magnet it was a huge change for the better for our nursing staff, but we also had a superb VP of Nursing who went above and beyond to make things better for us. Fast forward a...
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    Bringing home notes on pt. care??

    NicuGal replied to 2bAngilRN's topic in General Nursing

    Take it from someone who has gone to court, don't do it. Make sure your nurses notes are concise and clear because that is what you will have to go by. I can't even imagine saying to the hospital...
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    Choosing which hospital for clinicals?

    NicuGal replied to alexamasan's topic in General Students

    If you have the choice of a teaching hospital take it
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    Using "Medical" terms

    NicuGal replied to Episteme's topic in General Students

    I know it seems like a pain now, but it is very important to know the difference between nursing diagnosis and medical, especially if you ever get called into court. A lawyer will try to get you to...
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    Might not graduate over FB

    NicuGal replied to BookWorming's topic in General Students

    Okay...you are the one that keeps on and on about
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    Might not graduate over FB

    NicuGal replied to BookWorming's topic in General Students

    Fine, they may not be an employee, but you are a representative of the institution you are at. But, you are expected to act and follow all the same rules, policies and protocols of said institute. I...
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    Might not graduate over FB

    NicuGal replied to BookWorming's topic in General Students

    You are not a guest, you are in our hospital and you have to follow oor policy and procedure. This is made clear at our hospital and I am sure at any
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    Nasty virus and upcoming NICU rotation!

    NicuGal replied to tsm007's topic in General Students

    You will have to mask from the time you walk in until you leave. Be extra careful with hand washing and don't touch your face. We only call out if we have a
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    Might not graduate over FB

    NicuGal replied to BookWorming's topic in General Students

    But, when you are a student at a hospital you are considered an employee. Most places have a social media policy. If I posted something like that I would be