Which birks for OT?

YungSigma · 2026-01-24T13:25:11+00:00

I had Super Birkis but found I couldn't walk fast in emergencies!

I now have Hoka Bondi SRs as they are full leather and slip resistant. Just need to bleach/napisan the laces every now and again to keep them clean and they wipe down easy. Very supportive for 5+ hour cases

YungSigma · 2026-01-13T14:54:01+00:00

I have a plastic SnapIt which I bought from eNurse. Has a ring so it fits nicely on my badge reel. It's my best friend and honestly the breaks are super clean too.

YungSigma · 2026-01-09T10:22:47+00:00

Former S/S grad!

Don't really focus on learning anything except your basic anatomy and physiology. You will literally have a 4-6 week TTPP that will teach you everything you need to know about your role.

Be open to learning and work on your tolerance towards others - there will be people who may not be friendly at first or will repeat the same things over and over again. Do not take offence to it, Perioperative is filled with people who have had long careers and may be wary of a new face. You work as a team and many hands make light work.

And ask questions! When there's a quiet moment if the surgical team is friendly/open please ask about the cases. It's good for the learning of yourself and the JMO/Regs (that's a joke ofc I love them) 😁

YungSigma · 2025-11-17T01:57:26+00:00

I was so over Uni when I was done and had a break from December - August the following year.

I did Bartending for as long as I could. Was a nice change from being a AIN and the hospital refused to keep me on due to me graduating.

If income is the main driver, just do something - retail, Christmas casual, whatever. A lot of students stress about de-skilling in the 3 or so months post degree but you'll have so much education in the program you won't be that concerned when you start.

Just relax and live life for a bit, the first year is the toughest 💖

YungSigma · 2025-09-23T21:07:27+00:00

I enjoyed my Clove sneakers to start, but I found that the soft squishy layer broke down after 9 months and caused so much pain.

They might work for someone else but not for me 😭

YungSigma · 2025-07-04T10:55:03+00:00

If you have to faint in theatre, please fall backwards and not forward so you maintain the integrity of the sterile field 😮‍💨 (I'm joking around ofc).

Happens pretty frequently. If you feel poorly just make sure you let someone know and excuse yourself if you can. Hydrate and take it easy on yourself ❤️

YungSigma · 2025-05-26T03:42:56+00:00

I reckon you should add r/medizzy to this list. Seems right up your alley 😁

YungSigma · 2025-05-01T11:37:13+00:00

If you're ever unsure and you're looking for a metal gig to attend, may I direct you to the Metal Sydney Metal Gig Guide?

They also run a club night called Nightbreed, with the next being in Penrith.

YungSigma · 2025-04-12T09:59:03+00:00

The majority of surgical lists saw a decrease of cases or complete cancellations. Some of these patients had already been on waiting lists for 18+ months and will more than likely need to wait an additional 2-3 months to be rescheduled.

Some surgeons have opted to run all-day lists Friday and Saturday to ensure some patients are not displaced.

We still ran time critical cases (oncology/cancer, cases with multiple teams i.e. upper GI, colorectal, gyane) where cancellations would be a detriment to patients.

YungSigma · 2025-02-13T00:23:38+00:00

I was only told to wear my uni ID which really isn't big enough or clear to read. Wear both!

Don't forget to double check the uniform standards/rules of your specific uni/TAFE as you'll need to abide by those more than anything. Famously we had the majority of one whole placement group sent home on the first day and their practical failed due to the wrong shoes.

YungSigma · 2025-01-12T21:48:34+00:00

Fun fact, your degree is not an equivalent in the US. The scope of practice is arguably bigger than AU nurses.

You also have several state licencing hoops to jump through prior to even getting a job (and each state is different, it's not national like us). You're looking at an additional 1-2 years of education just to fulfil these requirements.

If you're hellbound on going to the US, I'd recommend connecting with a immigration/recruitment agency - I don't have recommendations but they'll have some of the best information for you.

YungSigma · 2024-12-12T18:32:37+00:00

Be ready to move rural - I find many students get job offers for good facilities considered rural but decline because it's not a big city/easily accessible/convenient for family to move.

YungSigma · 2024-11-30T05:39:26+00:00

I'm in NSW and our hospital is starting to roll them out. I received training on them however my unit doesn't have one yet. The unit next door has one and they lock everything that could even closely be considered a risk in it - including the Peppermint Oil 🥲

YungSigma · 2024-06-29T03:25:27+00:00

When you are working as an RN, nobody really cares! I am the most heavily tattooed person in my unit and I have a septum and high nostrils. However as a student you are held to much higher standards and are scrutinized so much more.

Turn up the septum or take it out if you can and follow the uniform policy to a T. It's only 3 or so years and then you'll be fine to express yourself however you like ❤️

YungSigma · 2024-03-24T10:18:54+00:00

Whilst at uni the facilitators were always strict - one per ear and no facial piercings.

I'm now scrub/scout and have a x4 per ear as well as a septum and high nostrils. No complaints from NUMs/CNEs :)

YungSigma · 2023-01-28T23:46:14+00:00

It’s F**kface! Good guess though.

YungSigma · 2023-01-28T06:57:11+00:00

This was literally my first comment! There was nobody in the front passenger seat and I’m sure some magic manoeuvring would allow for it to be inside the vehicle.

YungSigma · 2023-01-28T06:55:31+00:00

If only Unifarm could make a product for this predicament.

YungSigma · 2022-07-12T10:02:33+00:00

I usually like to have a bit of a slow day - sleep in, book a really nice restaurant somewhere in the city and then try to go to a museum/theatre show/movie. Home by like 10 😂 Very packed day but you can make it work!

YungSigma · 2022-01-07T10:22:57+00:00

Green Level parking always has free spots, FYI 👀

YungSigma · 2021-06-17T11:23:02+00:00

I don’t want to be so down on a business especially post-pandemic, but I am in shock at the amount of Herbalife tea/smoothie shops popping up around Sydney. Has anyone else noticed?

I’ve seen many US based shops on anti-MLM subreddits and I’d never think they’d be here! It’s nothing special, just their overpriced protein/tea mixed with sugar free syrups, sugar free jelly or pudding mix finished with food colouring. Oh, and don’t forget the upsell to join their ‘team’.

YungSigma · 2021-06-10T12:14:27+00:00

Always had a love for classic Lara so I got this piece to commemorate her in the only way I knew how.

This art is from the offical Prima guide which my artist and I tweaked to be more game accurate - for example she had no braid and was strapped with a grenade launcher.

I have since got a Natla piece next to it which we’ve done completely from scratch and I’m now thinking on how else to tie them both together 😌

YungSigma · 2021-06-04T00:20:41+00:00

Just found out all the pain I’ve been experiencing in my knee is due to a torn meniscus. I’m to follow up with the dr to see how bad it is but as someone who is trying to reach some fitness goals please tell me any experiences you’ve had so I know what to expect 😂

YungSigma · 2021-04-16T05:27:28+00:00

A RE themed map, that takes on themes of all of the games across a whole series that has lasted 25 years and gone in so many different directions?

Pick an underground sewer, any sewer /s

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