My first month as a nurse has been nothing but a dream. I want to take some time out to reflect on my experience and offer some tips for you through a series of posts. I'm Dimitria and I'll be your nurse today.Introducing myself as the nurse has been the most out of body experiences… Continue reading “PICU, this is Dimitria!”
Category: Code Brown
Follow me as I navigate life as a new nurse.
Fake it, Till you make it
Quick tips to get through your first month as a new nurse! What I learned ... Keep your badge in your car or work bag Invest in a decent hot/cold water bottle Take your work shoes off at the door Keep change of clothes in your car (street clothes and scrubs) #codebrown #whatisonmyscrubs #whatarestreetclothes #dontunderestimateachildsaim… Continue reading Fake it, Till you make it
I’m A WHOLE Nurse Now
Never thought this day would come. I am officially a registered nurse. On Friday February 1, 2019 I conquered the NCLEX-RN and became a nurse. Nursing school was by far the hardest thing I have ever done. It was exhausting both mentally and physically. Although it was a tough road I am beyond grateful to… Continue reading I’m A WHOLE Nurse Now
Surviving NCLEX
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com My Plan My last semester of nursing school we developed a personal NCLEX study plan that outlined test prep, registration process, resources we planned to use and our projected testing date. My study plan also included rest periods and the number of questions I plan to do each day. With… Continue reading Surviving NCLEX