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Re: Questions

Just know that we are all nervous the first time. I am a "seasoned" nurse with
23 years in oncology with a touch of tele experience. I am just getting ready
to go to my first night in the CCU unit. It is a very big change for me. I am
very nervous but will make it through.
Best of luck in your chosen field.

nightnurse0303@... wrote:
Hi to everyone in the group, my first time....be gentle...
OK just pass my boards few weeks ago and taking the plunge straight into ICU
can anyone be so kind and give me a heads up what to expect I am very nervous
but at the same excited. Is it a good idea as a new grad nurse to start out
in ICU? I worked as an LPN for about 31/2 years on geriatric rehab center
(nursing home) no comparison to ICU but already got my foot wet. Please any
advice
for new grad. RN nurse.
Thanks guys.

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We use computerized MAR's also. I think just about everyone does now. I know in an ICU that it changes quite a bit but I am getting use to it. And also we...
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We have just switched to computerzied everything basically. The ICUs aren't using all the computerization as within a few years we will be able to utilize our...
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Hi All of You I am very appreciative of the three people that answered my questions about Kardex notes and would really like to hear from some more of you. I...
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My hospital uses Kardex. It has info with pt. name, admission date, diagnosis, attending and consulting physicians, allergies, scheduled tests/treatments, any...
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yep! we also use kardex in our hosp., i think it is a very cool idea that we have a rough view of what's going on in our patients (in med/surg and tele units),...
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Hi to everyone in the group, my first time....be gentle... OK just pass my boards few weeks ago and taking the plunge straight into ICU can anyone be so kind...
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I worked in a telemetry unit for 6 years then transferred to a CCU in the same hospital. I was very surprised at how my confidence was shaken. I felt so...
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I personnally think one year of Med Surg is essential prior to transitioning to the ICU or ER., But, since you have already taken the plunge, I wish you all...
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Hi nightnurse I also just graduated and jumped into the ICU !! welcome nightnurse0303@... wrote: Hi to everyone in the group, my first time....be...
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... welcome ... gentle... ... straight into ICU ... very nervous ... start out ... center ... Please any advice...
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I think your decision is great. It is best to jump in. Let me know how it goes. I am currently wanting to switch from CCU/Med surg/Rehab to ICU. [Non-text...
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