Questions

gwenith, BSN, RN · May 24, 2006

ANTIBIOTICS - learn your antibiotics if you are going to surgical. I am sure you will be OK.

Don't know if this will help but I heard a rumour certain otherwise prestigous University which has only recently started a "rapid transit" or 2 year post degree (that is if you already had a degree in something else) nursing program - had quite an embarrassing failure rate during clinical. (Sorry but urn up telling everyone you are a third year student and THEN tell us you have not done ANY pathophysiology as it was cut from the course and well............)

But since you are NOT from that university I think you will probably do fine. Ask lots of questions - show willingness to learn and help - Don't be afraid to say "I don't know" or "Sorry but my mind is a blank at the moment". or even "you show me how you would do it please"

Don't disappear with the remark "going for clincal debreifing":rolleyes: WITHOUT clearing it first with your preceptor. Remember we don't expect perfect just a real willingness to learn and assist because basically that is what nursing is ALL about!!

LUCK!!!!

merlot · May 24, 2006

Hi Tina

I remember how it feels, i started my grad year just recently and you still get nervous.

I think it goes in teaching hospitals students are just allocated to wards and it is accepted by the nursing staff that that is part of there role to teach, and share knowlege. And although you often feel 'in the way' or like you are slowing them down, it goes hand in hand with nursing, and dont forget one day that will be you preceptoring a student. I only found the rare nurse who didnt appreciate having a student, and in those cases i just mentioned it my clinical educator and made sure i was partnered up with those nurses who wanted to teach.

And i would brush up on Antibiotics also, and just the regular meds: analgesics (DD's),

you sound keen im sure youll love it!

gwenith, BSN, RN · May 25, 2006

Tina - let us know how you went please???

I am dying to know and I am so sure you will be OK.

schoona · May 29, 2006

Hi Tina,

I'm a few days behind and you've probably started, but as the others have said, know your antibugs, also anticoagulants eg/ heparin, clexane etc., antiemetics and pain relief both narcotics and simple analgesia. This base knowledge will cover you not only in surgical areas but also in medical and areas such as ED.

Have fun, and remember that the RN's were students once themselves. :cool:

AussieTina · Jun 1, 2006

Thankyou for the replies

I have done 2 shifts now and am having an absolute ball :balloons:

My preceptor is really nice and enjoys teaching, which is really good.

All the hard work and study is definately worth it. I am also now totally in awe of all of you nurses and especially the RNs, the knowledge you people have is amazing. :nurse:

gwenith, BSN, RN · Jun 1, 2006

Thankyou for the replies
I have done 2 shifts now and am having an absolute ball :balloons:
My preceptor is really nice and enjoys teaching, which is really good.
All the hard work and study is definately worth it. I am also now totally in awe of all of you nurses and especially the RNs, the knowledge you people have is amazing.

Yay!! Glad you enjoyed it!! Knew you would be OK - USQ has a good clinical reputation. Well you are now well on your way to being an RN - but don't let the depth of knowledge scare you or think you have to know that much at once - learning is lifelong.

s1716698 · Jun 20, 2006

hi tina,

well done, you will find there are some nurses that have a gift to teach and share knowledge and others seem threatened, but thats there insecurity, ask quesyions all the time, be safe and enjoy, you obviously love people and caring for them, youll be right , go for it

regards s 1716698

mistyeye · Jul 10, 2006

Hi Gwenith!It's nice to know that someone like you are willing to help those in need. Esp. an advice to those who are confuse like me. I am a newly grad nursing and still waiting for the local board exam result. But as a beginner i am still in the process of thinking of how and what will i do after i got the result...... :idea: One of my plan is to pursue nursing in Australia.Actually, i have done an eligibility assessment and has not passed it.But the migration expert are suggesting me to get their expertise on how to get my points up and pass.The problem is i dont know if after paying the said amount, will i benefit from this...........or how sure i am that my chances of migrating with my family( i had a daughter 7 y.o and husband who is a mech. engineer with 7 years exp. in a multinational company) will get good results. I want to know your points and a bit of advise ,i dont want to just pay and then find myself regretting the move i make.I know i have a lot to go since i am just starting and havent got an experience yet.But, the thing is i'm already in my early 30's and im not getting any younger, so i want to make a big move but i wanna make sure first of what im doin'.Please have your reply the soonest possible time.It will be of great help for me THANKS AND REGARDS!!!!!!

lavalin · Aug 6, 2006

hi gwenith!it's nice to know that someone like you are willing to help those in need. esp. an advice to those who are confuse like me. i am a newly grad nursing and still waiting for the local board exam result. but as a beginner i am still in the process of thinking of how and what will i do after i got the result...... one of my plan is to pursue nursing in australia.actually, i have done an eligibility assessment and has not passed it.but the migration expert are suggesting me to get their expertise on how to get my points up and pass.the problem is i dont know if after paying the said amount, will i benefit from this...........or how sure i am that my chances of migrating with my family( i had a daughter 7 y.o and husband who is a mech. engineer with 7 years exp. in a multinational company) will get good results. i want to know your points and a bit of advise ,i dont want to just pay and then find myself regretting the move i make.i know i have a lot to go since i am just starting and havent got an experience yet.but, the thing is i'm already in my early 30's and im not getting any younger, so i want to make a big move but i wanna make sure first of what im doin'.please have your reply the soonest possible time.it will be of great help for me thanks and regards!!!!!!

are you talking about anmc full migration skills assessment, you're saying you did not pass this? what did anmc said?

assessment outcome

suitable

once your qualifications and skills are assessed as suitable for migration through the anmc qualifications and skills assessment process, you are awarded points towards migration.

a 'letter of determination' on security paper is forwarded to you or your nominated agent and is to be included with your application for migration with dima.

this document forms the outcome of the migration skills assessment.

not suitable

if you are assessed as not suitable for migration, reasons are provided. if applicable, information is also provided about what requirements you must meet in order to be considered suitable for migration. you may be required to complete a competency based assessment program.

these programs run for approximately 10 to 15 weeks but may be longer in duration depending on examination of the transcript of education or syllabus where initial education was conducted. it provides a directly observable and measurable means of determining safety and competence for nurses/midwives who hope to migrate permanently to australia and work within the australian healthcare system or other nursing/midwifery fields.

http://www.anmc.org.au/international/assessment/outcome.php