PedNephNurse

PedNephNurse

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  1. School Nurses and Mental Health

    PedNephNurse replied to PewpSmith's topic in School

    Our nation's mental health system needs so much improvement. No matter the age, a lot of individuals lack the ability to seek help. They either don't know who to go to, what someone can do for them or...

  2. A newfound appreciation

    PedNephNurse replied to LonghornChic's topic in School

    School nurses are so important! I looked at a few openings for school nursing when I first graduated but I never applied because I knew there was NO way I was ready for that. Those nurses work...

  3. Wearing scrubs to the interview.

    PedNephNurse replied to mr cooper's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Oh yes, then wear scrubs. Sometimes it's nice for them to see you in your uniform especially since the scrubs make you look like a nurse. You know what they say, "Dress for the part". I agree with...

  4. Am I wrong for thinking that this APRN was wrong?...

    PedNephNurse replied to bekind_andtrue's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The fentanyl patch is a big deal, unfortunately. It is a controlled substance. Never do anything unless you're sure of your actions. Especially with medications. You would not want to over dose your...

  5. Pre Kidney transplant

    PedNephNurse replied to Zhosanha's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a pediatric nephrology department. A lot depends on the patient. In 2016 we have done 5 kidney transplants. Three of them being some of my closest hemodialysis patients. I miss seeing them...

  6. ITT Tech closing ALL schools nationwide

    PedNephNurse replied to klone's topic in Nursing News

    That's good to hear. I think people who attended ITT for nursing did it out of the length of time programs took and the cost of attendance. Good people trying to get

  7. Hobbies off duty as a Nurse?

    PedNephNurse replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Nursing

    I like to read (not textbooks), watch movies, fitness, nutrition and being an AdvoCare Advisor are my hobbies. Being an advisor with AdvoCare helps me with my fitness and nutrition goals. In...

  8. Nurse Practitioner vs Physician Assistant

    PedNephNurse replied to nurselyfe4115's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in NP school and proud of it! The thought of going to PA school never crossed my mind. I am a nurse and would only want to build upon my current nursing

  9. Disturbing Conversation on Overweight Healthcare Workers

    PedNephNurse replied to FutureDNP2021's topic in General Nursing

    I've actually had the opposite problem in the past. I was a nurse at BioLife Plasma Services, a plasma donating center. If a donor came into donate and the large blood pressure cuff did not fit their...

  10. How to become a lactation consultant??

    PedNephNurse replied to gvrn13's topic in General Nursing

    I had a NICU RN friend who was a certified lactation consultant. You could become certified as a nurse and if a position becomes available for a full time lactation consultant then you'll be all set!...

  11. CNA Cert. with no experience: how to land a job.

    PedNephNurse replied to futurehealthprof's topic in General Nursing

    I think this is a great idea. You should have no problem getting a job after getting certified. Being a male works in your favor as well as wanting to work in a long-term care facility. They are...

  12. Am I cut out for this?

    PedNephNurse replied to hannah53's topic in General Nursing

    You just haven't found your niche yet. Once you get in an area of nursing you're passionate about and find yourself among a good team you will not regret your decision. You may have to go thru a few...

  13. New RN-Licensed: How to enter CC nursing?

    PedNephNurse replied to crome's topic in Critical Care

    Great question. I'm sure it depends on the state and hospital. I don't work in critical care but work with chronic and acute ESRD patients. I have asked to volunteer in the ER or PICU for experience....

  14. I hate my job!

    PedNephNurse replied to pyct39's topic in General Nursing

    The skills thing is hard. You learn so many skills in nursing school but they are trying to prepare you for wherever you may end up. As long as you are learning the skills that are regularly used on...

  15. Hospital ID Bracelets

    PedNephNurse replied to Kris199699's topic in General Nursing

    I tried looking for an answer online and the only thing I came up with was Department of Family Services lol - which someone mentioned above. I have no

  16. Gwinnett Tech Senior Failing out, what programs will take me?

    PedNephNurse replied to NeoNatMom's topic in General Students

    So, when you look at your transcript what would it look like? Do you have a failing grade on the transcript for maternity and peds? Or does it say

  17. New Hire Help...

    PedNephNurse replied to Sweetlillove's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry you're going thru this. Especially as your first nursing job! Nursing homes are tough. They have high turn over rates because it is a demanding environment. Some nurses absolutely love it. You...

  18. New ED nurse

    PedNephNurse replied to jv713's topic in Emergency

    I give full props to ER nurses. They are amazing. It is completely normal to feel the way you do. If you weren't feeling that way then something wouldn't be right. Always ask questions, take every...

  19. Is anyone had an LVN experienced in the State Prison here?

    PedNephNurse replied to Enaj12's topic in General Nursing

    I worked at the Kent County Jail in Michigan as a RN in the intake department just PRN for about a year. I got told a lot of the time I was too nice. The LVN's work hard in the jails. They did more...

  20. Looking for some advice before making a mistake.

    PedNephNurse replied to italianlifter's topic in General Nursing

    I can tell you I almost regretted getting my nursing degree until I found my niche. I 100% LOVE pediatrics and I love nephrology even more! I work at the Children's hospital in town in the nephrology...