OK, we got in, but now what? I am a detail orientated person and I want info! When can I start picking up things I need? What are those items?
I have really lost it! I went from thinking about getting in to wondering what to do/what to read/what to buy before class starts.
And how big of a backpack do we REALLY need?
Anybody out there from CLC have any advice? Help me before my family moves out of the house permanently (wait...maybe that would be a good thing:devil:)!
Colleen, when I delivered my daughter at Highland Park, my nurse asked if two students could watch the delivery...I was in so much pain, I could've cared less who saw what, so I said sure...the girls looked shocked at what was "going on down there"...I still laugh about their facial expressions!! Sorry, just you mentioning OB made me think of that...I'd love OB, I think. I love RE, pregnancy, etc...sooooo interesting to me.
I'd love OB, I think. I love RE, pregnancy, etc...sooooo interesting to me.
I seriously believe I'll end up in OB. I've wanted to do it for a LONG time. I'm trying to keep an open mind though, and explore other areas too. But my heart is always drawn back to OB.
Without going into a long drawn out story, the day that I spend in L&D (labor and delivery) this last semester ranks right up there in the top 5 days of my life! It was SO amazing! I was able to see 2 c-sections and a lady partsl birth. Absolutely incredible. The MD was so cool during the c-sections, and actually let me stand right next to him during the whole thing. In fact, I got splattered with blood as he dropped the sponges into the bucket. Too cool! OK, I know that's gross, but that's how close I was! He took time to explain everything he was doing (the patient had a tubal ligation after delivery). Again, so cool.
After the 2nd c-section I decided to follow the baby to the newborn nursery. There I got to watch the nurse do the assessment, and she actually let me help. I got to hear a heart murmur and that was so interesting. All of a sudden, I looked around and noticed that the only 3 babies in the nursery were MY three babies (the ones I saw being born that day). It was such an awesome feeling, and one I still get goosebumps over and a tear in my eye just thinking about it.
Yep definitely up there in my top 5 days. Right after the birth of my daughter and my wedding day I think!
Those were really great memories, but where do I rate??? I thought that I would at least be in the top 5!!
But, all kidding aside, You will make a GREAT ob nurse. It is really awesome to see a new life come into thise world. I got to see a C-section-it was truly an amazing moment-Carmella Valentina, she was a doll!!
Colleen, thanks for looking into the stethoscope for me. And thanks for sharing your story about the babies you saw brought into this world. After reading that, I became really excited about my decision to be a nurse! I can only imagine how amazing it is to witness something like that. I can't wait!!!
Hi - Just discovered this thread and wanted to add my two cents.
I am moving on to 4th semester at CLC and I have found that (1) You don't need an expensive stethoscope with a pediatric head - a regular stethoscope works adequately on infants and children and (2) Kmart special white sport shoes (under 20 bucks) work fine, too. A rolling backpack is an excellent idea and the palm pilot is great once you start 2nd semester clinicals.
Just wanted to say that you needn't spend a fortune on "quality" stethoscope in excess of $100 or shoes for that matter. You'll be spending enough money on nursing books.
OOPs - I posted under Boni's account - sorry, Boni - yeah, I know you're laughing at me now - Erin.
Again, Sorry, Boni - I just followed your directions and wasn't even thinking! SO let me re-state the above with my name.....
Hi - Just discovered this thread and wanted to add my two cents.
I am moving on to 4th semester at CLC and I have found that (1) You don't need an expensive stethoscope with a pediatric head - a regular stethoscope works adequately on infants and children and (2) Kmart special white sport shoes (under 20 bucks) work fine, too. A rolling backpack is an excellent idea and the palm pilot is great once you start 2nd semester clinicals.
Just wanted to say that you needn't spend a fortune on "quality" stethoscope in excess of $100 or shoes for that matter. You'll be spending enough money on nursing books.
okay, now that you've got me in here, erin, here are my thoughts: i have 2 stethoscopes: one is a regular plain ol' one that is a hand me down from my sister (np). she told me not to invest a lot in one as they tend to sprout legs and walk off. my other one is a cheap sprague-type that i got from allnurses.com. it is heavier and i really don't like it at all. both work adequately. my friends (heather, diedra and colleen) all have the ultrascope and it is very nice! i really like that it doesn't transmit much interference or static when you are holding onto the head, unlike a regular stethoscpe. and with all their groovy designs to identify them, i think there is little chance of them sprouting legs and walking off!
Colleen, I'm not sure if you're still checking back on here or not? But, I wanted to say I really liked your presentation yesterday at our orientation meeting. I don't feel as overwhelmed now! But, I'm still sorta freaking out! I need to get to the bookstore and buy my books and put all the modules in my binders.
Colleen, I agree with Dawn! Awesome presentation. It was great to hear the perspective of a seasoned ADN student! Great advice... I certainly will take it to heart!
When can I start picking up things I need? What are those items? 
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Colleen, when I delivered my daughter at Highland Park, my nurse asked if two students could watch the delivery...I was in so much pain, I could've cared less who saw what, so I said sure...the girls looked shocked at what was "going on down there"...I still laugh about their facial expressions!! Sorry, just you mentioning OB made me think of that...I'd love OB, I think. I love RE, pregnancy, etc...sooooo interesting to me.