PedNephNurse

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 the difference asking for help can make. As a nur...

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 independently, see different conditions and rely on their...

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 what someone said just look crisp and clean! You'll d...

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 patient out of an assumption. Scan all your meds. ...

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 all the time! We make sure to ask the nephrologist...

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 ahead.

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 combination with being an RN I am able to help people in my...

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 degree.

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 arm properly they would be deferred for the day an...

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! I believe my friend took a certification thru the ...

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 always short staffed unfortunately due to the type of w...

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 different jobs. Try different areas of nursing. Onc...

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. You could try doing that and then when the cc unit...

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 your unit, then you're doing well. If you know of s...

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 idea!

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 incomplete?

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 can always go to HR, let them know you thought abo...

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 opportunity to practice a skill or learn a new one, r...

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 then I think the RN's did. They are able to do pass ...

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 department. I work four 10 hour days and always h...