Well, I finally got a real job! I was offered a graveyard position at the new hospital on Neuro. I will be working 24 hours a week. Perfect! The nurse manager for neuro/ortho basically let me hand choose my own job. She unfortunately did not have any ortho positions available, which would have been my first choice, but I was able to choose what shift I wanted on neuro as well as how many hours I wanted. I chose graveyard because Chris is on graveyard and it pays 4 more dollars an hour. Score! I didn't even have to interview. I go in for my pre-employment health screen on September 22 as well as renew my CPR certification. My first day of orientation is on September 25. I will then have another day of general orientation on the 28 and then go right into my clinical orientation the rest of the week. I am very excited but extremely nervous. I don't have much neuro experience so I will have to make sure that I crack open my nursing textbooks to review.
I am keeping busy coaching up at OSU. The team is in the middle of summer practices which are from 8-3 Monday through Friday. I try to make it to a few practices a week but have been working still at PCO. The team is really starting to improve which is very exciting. We have only had one football game and one volleyball game so far. I am also in charge of planning and organizing the alumni team which will cheer at the alumni game.
Chris and I went down to Klamath Falls this past weekend to visit his parents. Camille and I had a lot of girl time which included Cam getting her nails done while I got a pedicure, getting our rings cleaned, and scrapbook shopping. Camille showed me how to make cards which is a lot of fun. I am not sure what my work schedule is going to be but if I only have a day or two off in between shifts, I probably won't transition back to day shift on my days off. Therefore, there won't be anything for me to do in the middle of the night while I am awake other than clean or be crafty. We also played a few hands of Phase 10 (such a fun game!) while watching the Beaver and Duck games. Unfortunately the Ducks pulled off a win. The Beavers were beating UNLV the whole game until the 4th quarter when UNLV took the lead. I was on the edge of my seat but luckily the Beavs pulled through. We are now 2-0! Let's hope we keep this winning streak up!
Monday, September 14, 2009
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Brittany Krieger, RN
Once again, it has been so long between posts that I had to go back and read my last one to see where I left off. I took the NCLEX near the end of July and am proud to say that I am officially a nurse now! The NCLEX is a very weird test and most people who take it think they failed miserably. I had absolutely NO CLUE how I did. Luckily I took the minimum amount of questions which means that I passed easily or bombed it. I didn't feel like I bombed it so I was hopeful. The next day I was able to receive confirmation online that I am officially an RN. I was offered a per diem job at my current doctors office where I have been working for almost 3 years. I will be starting IVs and doing the pre and post procedure care when patients come in for epidural steroid injections and other various procedures that we perform. I had my first day of training last Friday and it was a lot of fun! I had to successfully start three IVs on coworkers before I could try on patients. I got my first nursing paycheck yesterday and let me tell you how nice it was getting paid a nurse wage, even for only working 5 hours! I am in limbo with a job at the hospital right now. I spoke with the nurse manager for neuro/ortho last week and she made it sound like she would give me a job. Now I am just waiting. We will see.
This week daily doubles started for OSU cheerleading. Do I tend to put too much on my plate? Definitely. I worked a lot this week so I wasn't able to attend very many practices. But I am excited for the first beaver football game in one week. I am one of the orange squad coaches. Orange squad is the "JV" team and cheers at volleyball and women's basketball games. I will still get to coach on the field at the football games though which I am very excited about.
I don't think there is much else going on in the Krieger household. We had so much fun on our trip out east. We had a lot of fun in North Carolina with Chris' family and I actually did really well on the 10-12 hour drive to Kentucky. It was so fun seeing a lot of extended family. On our way out to North Carolina, we volunteered to take a flight 40 minutes later and in turn received two flying vouchers. We want to use them for Hawaii but I need to get a job established first. On our way home, we stopped in Vegas for UFC 100. That was fun since we got to meet up with two of our good friends, Tre and Jordan, who were on their honeymoon. I have to admit that Vegas is not my favorite place though because of all of the smoking and I wouldn't consider myself a party animal at all. I also did fairly well at the Blackjack table and ended up tripling my money! Not too shabby for a once addicted gambler (just kidding).
This week daily doubles started for OSU cheerleading. Do I tend to put too much on my plate? Definitely. I worked a lot this week so I wasn't able to attend very many practices. But I am excited for the first beaver football game in one week. I am one of the orange squad coaches. Orange squad is the "JV" team and cheers at volleyball and women's basketball games. I will still get to coach on the field at the football games though which I am very excited about.
I don't think there is much else going on in the Krieger household. We had so much fun on our trip out east. We had a lot of fun in North Carolina with Chris' family and I actually did really well on the 10-12 hour drive to Kentucky. It was so fun seeing a lot of extended family. On our way out to North Carolina, we volunteered to take a flight 40 minutes later and in turn received two flying vouchers. We want to use them for Hawaii but I need to get a job established first. On our way home, we stopped in Vegas for UFC 100. That was fun since we got to meet up with two of our good friends, Tre and Jordan, who were on their honeymoon. I have to admit that Vegas is not my favorite place though because of all of the smoking and I wouldn't consider myself a party animal at all. I also did fairly well at the Blackjack table and ended up tripling my money! Not too shabby for a once addicted gambler (just kidding).
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Time flies
Wow! It sure has been awhile since I have last updated! I am not sure if anybody even reads this anymore but since my sister started blogging, I decided to try to get back into it. Now let's see. What is going on now? First, I just finished nursing school. Funny how my last post is about starting nursing school. These past 2 years just flew by and before I knew it, I was getting pinned at the pinning ceremony. I have applied for numerous jobs but have yet to hear back on any of them. I am getting a bit frustrated as I was pretty hopeful that I would land a job fairly easily. But here I am and I have not even had the chance to interview yet. I am trying to be patient as I wouldn't be able to start working yet anyway. I am scheduled to take the NCLEX next month.
Tomorrow Chris and I are flying out to North Carolina to visit Chris' brother and his family. We are going to stay for about a week and then drive over to Kentucky to visit the rest of the Krieger clan. We are only going to stay for about a week and then we will drive back to North Carolina. On our way home, we are going to make a pit stop in Las Vegas. I bought Chris tickets to go to UFC 100. So we are going to stay at the Luxor for a few nights, watch the fight, and then come home after a long 2 weeks away. It should be a fun time!
Well, I think that is all for now. I will try to post more frequently than once every two years!
Tomorrow Chris and I are flying out to North Carolina to visit Chris' brother and his family. We are going to stay for about a week and then drive over to Kentucky to visit the rest of the Krieger clan. We are only going to stay for about a week and then we will drive back to North Carolina. On our way home, we are going to make a pit stop in Las Vegas. I bought Chris tickets to go to UFC 100. So we are going to stay at the Luxor for a few nights, watch the fight, and then come home after a long 2 weeks away. It should be a fun time!
Well, I think that is all for now. I will try to post more frequently than once every two years!
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
First week of school
Well, the trip to Mexico was awesome to say the least. We did have a few bumps in the road but nothing too bad. We had a blast hanging out with Chris' friend Kenny and his girlfriend Kelly. After a long day at Six Flags, we went out to dinner that night at a restaurant called Claim Jumper. It was really yummy and I am pretty sure I could make millions if I opened one up in this area. The next day they dropped us off at the loading dock for the cruise. We were able to check our luggage but we didn't have a boarding pass like all of the other passengers. Luckily it wasn't a problem.
The first day on the water, Chris and I somehow forgot to put on sunscreen. Needless to say, our Oregon bodies did not do well with the sun. We both got fried and spent the next few days suffering. Our first port was Puerto Vallarta where we swam with dolphins. I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone. It was an experience of a lifetime and something we will never forget. We spent way too much money on a DVD and pictures of our experience, but it was well worth it. Unfortunately it did rain a bit at this port and our next port, Mazatlan, but it didn't affect us too much. In Mazatlan, we rode ATVs on a little island called Stone Island. The "island" was really beautiful but it was a little shocking to see the living conditions that the locals live in. Our final stop was Cabo San Lucas. This was probably my favorite port in Mexico. We walked to the beach and spent the day playing in the water and riding jet skis. It was very fun although we had to head back to the ship pretty early in the afternoon. We ate dinner with two other couples every night. One couple was from Salem and actually had quite a bit in common with Chris and myself. We ended up hanging out with them a bunch on the ship and in Cabo.
Chris and I did happen to catch some colds while on vacation. Unfortunately, I think I am still a little bit sick. We were surprised to find out that you can buy an prescription medication over-the-counter in Mexico. When Chris gets a sore throat, it usually turns into tonsilitis or strep. He has found out that Augmenten is something that usually helps. We were able to buy some ashore which I think prevented him from getting really sick. On the way home, we ran into a little bit of trouble as well. Our flight from Seattle from Eugene was cancelled due to technical maintenance. In LA, we were offered a flight to Portland and then Eugene that left earlier and would put us in Eugene earlier, or a flight straight to Eugene from LA that left at 9 pm. We chose to fly to Portland first but were warned that the flight to Eugene could be cancelled as well. After waiting in the Portland airport for 3 hours and right before we were supposed to start boarding, we found out that our flight had been cancelled again! They were either going to shuttle us home on a bus or put us in a hotel. Chris and I were annoyed and so we decided to get a refund on our tickets and rent a car to drive home. We were able to pair up with a fellow passenger and his daughter and split the cost of the car. Despite a few minor setbacks, Chris and I had a blast on our vacation.
Well, it has been 3 days now since I have started nursing school. So far, so good. I have been doing a good job keeping up on the endless amounts of reading. I just can't believe that I am finally in nursing school. I haven't leaned a whole lot yet but next week I will start working in the nursing home for 3 weeks which should be educations. I will keep ya'll updated on that!
Well, I think that is all for now. Chris and I finally put together our desk last night so no more typing on the ground. Tootles!
The first day on the water, Chris and I somehow forgot to put on sunscreen. Needless to say, our Oregon bodies did not do well with the sun. We both got fried and spent the next few days suffering. Our first port was Puerto Vallarta where we swam with dolphins. I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone. It was an experience of a lifetime and something we will never forget. We spent way too much money on a DVD and pictures of our experience, but it was well worth it. Unfortunately it did rain a bit at this port and our next port, Mazatlan, but it didn't affect us too much. In Mazatlan, we rode ATVs on a little island called Stone Island. The "island" was really beautiful but it was a little shocking to see the living conditions that the locals live in. Our final stop was Cabo San Lucas. This was probably my favorite port in Mexico. We walked to the beach and spent the day playing in the water and riding jet skis. It was very fun although we had to head back to the ship pretty early in the afternoon. We ate dinner with two other couples every night. One couple was from Salem and actually had quite a bit in common with Chris and myself. We ended up hanging out with them a bunch on the ship and in Cabo.
Chris and I did happen to catch some colds while on vacation. Unfortunately, I think I am still a little bit sick. We were surprised to find out that you can buy an prescription medication over-the-counter in Mexico. When Chris gets a sore throat, it usually turns into tonsilitis or strep. He has found out that Augmenten is something that usually helps. We were able to buy some ashore which I think prevented him from getting really sick. On the way home, we ran into a little bit of trouble as well. Our flight from Seattle from Eugene was cancelled due to technical maintenance. In LA, we were offered a flight to Portland and then Eugene that left earlier and would put us in Eugene earlier, or a flight straight to Eugene from LA that left at 9 pm. We chose to fly to Portland first but were warned that the flight to Eugene could be cancelled as well. After waiting in the Portland airport for 3 hours and right before we were supposed to start boarding, we found out that our flight had been cancelled again! They were either going to shuttle us home on a bus or put us in a hotel. Chris and I were annoyed and so we decided to get a refund on our tickets and rent a car to drive home. We were able to pair up with a fellow passenger and his daughter and split the cost of the car. Despite a few minor setbacks, Chris and I had a blast on our vacation.
Well, it has been 3 days now since I have started nursing school. So far, so good. I have been doing a good job keeping up on the endless amounts of reading. I just can't believe that I am finally in nursing school. I haven't leaned a whole lot yet but next week I will start working in the nursing home for 3 weeks which should be educations. I will keep ya'll updated on that!
Well, I think that is all for now. Chris and I finally put together our desk last night so no more typing on the ground. Tootles!
Friday, September 7, 2007
Only one more day!
Oh man am I ever excited! One more day until we head down to Cali for our cruise! Today I worked for half a day and it went very smoothly. Then I went home to start my endless list of chores. The house has to be spotless before I leave because coming home to a messy house after a vacation is the worst thing ever!
Tomorrow we start the day bright and early by flying out of Eugene at 6 am. We fly into LA about 8 am where Chris' friend Kenny will pick us up. Then it is off to 6 flags for a day of fun! We board the ship at 4 pm on Sunday. I can hardly stand the excitement!
When we get home, I will only have 4 more days of work until I start school. Then I will be dropping down to one day a week. I have pretty much everything ready to go for school. I am antsy to start as I have been looking forward to this program for quite some time.
This is going to be a really short blog since I still have lots to do! I will be sure to update you all on our trip when we get back! Adios!
Tomorrow we start the day bright and early by flying out of Eugene at 6 am. We fly into LA about 8 am where Chris' friend Kenny will pick us up. Then it is off to 6 flags for a day of fun! We board the ship at 4 pm on Sunday. I can hardly stand the excitement!
When we get home, I will only have 4 more days of work until I start school. Then I will be dropping down to one day a week. I have pretty much everything ready to go for school. I am antsy to start as I have been looking forward to this program for quite some time.
This is going to be a really short blog since I still have lots to do! I will be sure to update you all on our trip when we get back! Adios!
Sunday, August 19, 2007
It has been awhile
Well, I know it has been a really long time since I have updated my blog. Sorry about that. I guess I have just been occupying my time elsewhere. First off, I would like to thank everyone for all of their love and support. This last week has been pretty crazy but Chris and I are getting through it. We are planning on heading to Portland on Tuesday to meet with the psychologist before Chris goes back to work. We definitely did not expect something like to happen but friends and family are making it easier to cope.
On a happier note, only 3 more weeks until we leave for our vacation! I am getting really excited and can't wait for a change of pace. After we get back, I will only have one more week until I start school! I am getting pretty excited. I turned in all of my paperwork and bought a new backpack and stethoscope. Little things like that really get me excited.
On Friday night we went to the Lane County Fair with the fam. It was so cute watching Hunter finally be able to ride some rides this year! He had so much fun and looked like such a big boy. Chris took him up for one of the rides and it just warmed my heart. It makes me excited to see him as a father (in a couple years, don't worry).
Well, I think that is pretty much all. I need to get started on some laundry and we need to do some yard work before our bbq this Saturday. It should be lots of fun to see all of our friends.
On a happier note, only 3 more weeks until we leave for our vacation! I am getting really excited and can't wait for a change of pace. After we get back, I will only have one more week until I start school! I am getting pretty excited. I turned in all of my paperwork and bought a new backpack and stethoscope. Little things like that really get me excited.
On Friday night we went to the Lane County Fair with the fam. It was so cute watching Hunter finally be able to ride some rides this year! He had so much fun and looked like such a big boy. Chris took him up for one of the rides and it just warmed my heart. It makes me excited to see him as a father (in a couple years, don't worry).
Well, I think that is pretty much all. I need to get started on some laundry and we need to do some yard work before our bbq this Saturday. It should be lots of fun to see all of our friends.
Sunday, July 15, 2007
9 months down, 70 years to go
As of yesterday, Chris and I have been married for 9 months. I always joke around with him and tell him that I can't believe we have made it this far. We also finalized our cruise plans yesterday as well and bought our plane tickets. We are going to fly down to LA a day early and spend some time with one of Chris' high school friends, Kenny, who lives down there. The plan is for us all to spend the day at Six Flags! Wahoo!
Last night I went on my third ride-a-long with Chris. I t hink I am jinxed because nothing exciting every happens when I ride with him. Maybe that is a good thing though. The last time I rode with him there was a shooting in Springfield, but I didn't see anything and I ended up having John, my brother-in-law, come and pick me up so I wasn't bored the whole night. I did have my first transport put in the back of the cop car. Too bad it was a 13 year old girl who Chris was giving a courtesy ride home to. Oh well. I am still a little scared to have a real criminal in the back of the car.
Last week at work I was able to observe my doctor perform a few procedures. I was able to watch some epidural steroid injections, a discogram, and a radiofrequency ablation procedure. It was very interesting, especially since I might be working over at the surgery center in the future.
Well, that is pretty much it. I am looking forward to going camping in 2 weeks. Other than that, I am still trying to get everything accomplished that I need to for nursing school. I am having a really basic physical this week and I am going to go our to LCC to change my name (since I finally got my new Social Security Card) as well as apply for some student loans. Feel free to leave me comments too!
Last night I went on my third ride-a-long with Chris. I t hink I am jinxed because nothing exciting every happens when I ride with him. Maybe that is a good thing though. The last time I rode with him there was a shooting in Springfield, but I didn't see anything and I ended up having John, my brother-in-law, come and pick me up so I wasn't bored the whole night. I did have my first transport put in the back of the cop car. Too bad it was a 13 year old girl who Chris was giving a courtesy ride home to. Oh well. I am still a little scared to have a real criminal in the back of the car.
Last week at work I was able to observe my doctor perform a few procedures. I was able to watch some epidural steroid injections, a discogram, and a radiofrequency ablation procedure. It was very interesting, especially since I might be working over at the surgery center in the future.
Well, that is pretty much it. I am looking forward to going camping in 2 weeks. Other than that, I am still trying to get everything accomplished that I need to for nursing school. I am having a really basic physical this week and I am going to go our to LCC to change my name (since I finally got my new Social Security Card) as well as apply for some student loans. Feel free to leave me comments too!
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