Life of a Nursing Student

Preceptorship :)

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:52:46 -0400

Started my preceptorship this week. I’m on a pediatric Hematology/Oncology unit. The experience has been amazing so far!

It really amazes me how God works sometimes. I don’t think I’ve ever really talked about why I wanted to become a nurse, but I guess now would be the perfect opportunity.

When I was 12 years old I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and it changed my life completely. The one thing that helped me get though the shock of my diagnosis were the nurses who were there caring for me and educating me on my illness and everyday management. This was all at a local hospital. Those nurses made me realize that this illness didn’t have to be a burden; that I could use my illness to help others, especially children diagnosed with diabetes.

Fast forward almost 10 years and I’m precepting at the same hospital where I was first taken to when diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and with the nurse who made the biggest impact on my life when I was 12. My nurse is also a Type 1 Diabetic and the Certified Diabetes Nurse Educator on the pediatric unit.

It amazes me how God works in people’s lives. I am so beyond blessed for this experience!

Palm Healthcare Foundation 2013 Nursing Distinction Awards...

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:33:05 -0500

Palm Healthcare Foundation 2013 Nursing Distinction Awards Pre-Event!

browsethestacks: Night Nurse (1972-1973)

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 05:56:55 -0500

browsethestacks:

Night Nurse (1972-1973)

RN Predictor..

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:24:42 -0500

It’s tomorrow morning, but how can I study when I’m so excited I can’t contain myself?!! Pinch meee.

BEST DAY OF MY LIFE!!!

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:39:13 -0500

BEST DAY OF MY LIFE!!!

Photo

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 21:49:23 -0500

Fair?

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:52:34 -0500

In addition to patient advocacy, there should be student advocacy. Sick with another stomach virus and forced to study for a midterm and an exam that will take place tomorrow back-to-back. Did I mention I was just in the hospital yesterday? You would think nursing professors would be more understanding.

Haven't written in awhile.

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 16:16:03 -0500

Started my last semester of nursing school a few weeks ago. Thought the semester would be slower and easier since its less credit hours than previous semesters…I was wrong. Ain’t nobody got time for eight week courses. Not to mention I have my RN predictor test in about two weeks. So scared. Community clinical is going well and this will be my last week at a local elementary school with the kiddies.

I started applying to Pediatric nurse residency programs. Decided I definitely do not want to stay in Florida. It’s time for a new start and new adventures.

Oh and I started a countdown to pinning and graduation! 94 days until pinning and 96 days until graduation! Wooo!

100cupsofcoffee: angelophile: And my favorite new thing,...

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 09:13:49 -0500

100cupsofcoffee:

angelophile:

And my favorite new thing, window cleaners at children’s hospitals have started dressing as superheroes when they’re washing windows.

The initiative seems to have originated at Evelina Children’s Hospital at St. Thomas’ Hospital, London, where the window washers reportedly have a clause in their contract that requires them dress up to entertain the kids while working. And it’s caught on, with window cleaners in Memphis and Pittsburgh inspired to slip into costume when working.

Pediatrics rules!

cupcakern: tr-i-life: @cupcakern Peds More pediatrics!

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 18:49:15 -0500

cupcakern:

tr-i-life:

@cupcakern Peds

More pediatrics!

So awesome!!

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 20:40:03 -0400

So awesome!!

This postcard is now posted all over the SON and hundreds of...

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 20:38:15 -0400

This postcard is now posted all over the SON and hundreds of community constituents have received it! Unreal.

Senior Status

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 21:02:25 -0400

Can’t believe how long it’s been since I’ve posted. Summer went by so fast and I spent it working and doing an online class. Now I’m going into week 2 of senior year this week and I already have a ton of studying and homework to get done! For some reason I’m not anxious though. I feel really calm and excited to start this semester. I’ve been waiting for pediatrics and obstetrics my entire schooling. Looking forward to all that clinical has to offer! Can’t wait to post about my experiences in my last year of nursing school. Ahhh :)

Senior year!

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 12:46:25 -0400

School starts in 3 1/2 weeks?!? Where did the summer go?? I need to seriously start studying my drugs ASAP! Ahh :)

My night...

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 09:38:41 -0400

Peak: Got to do 3 baby’s first baths :). So much cuteness!

Pit: I caught a cold. :( Hope I feel better before my next night shift.

CV Tele <3

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 05:26:08 -0400

Love this unit! Floated here tonight and everyone was so nice. Learned how to do an ECG and all my patients were perfect. Now doing daily weights for the first time too. I love learning something new each time I’m at work :)

college23girl: alittlenurse: nocturnalnurse: I wish I could...

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 01:55:53 -0400

college23girl:

alittlenurse:

nocturnalnurse:

I wish I could just hang this up on my door.

WANT

Ahhhhhhh where did you find this!!!

LOVE! Need one of these especially when I’m sleeping during the day before night shift!

Fun Stuff

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:50:10 -0400

Got floated to Orthopedics last night…thought I had escaped wiping adult butts, but I learned my lesson…you never escape! LOL

omg! I haven't been on your blog in a while! I love all your pics! You're so cute! Your watch and mickey scrubs are adorbs! Miss you <3 xoxoxoxox!

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:05:56 -0400

Thanks love! :D Miss you too xoxo So happy school starts soon and you’ll be back in town!

go to tanzania!

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:22:15 -0400

That would be amazing if my university did any missions over there this year! I know there have been missions to Africa, but I’m not 100% sure where exactly. I will have to check out the list for this school year and see what my options are! Will keep everyone posted :)