rnmagnum05

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1. use of ED tech/UAP/CNA in ED

   rnmagnum05 replied to rnmagnum05's topic in Emergency

   I see some of what you describe as well. The optimist in me wonders if providing monetary incentive to learn/advance would help fight that attitude. I worked as an "aide" way back when. I was young and excited to learn everything. I know there are...

2. use of ED tech/UAP/CNA in ED

   rnmagnum05 replied to rnmagnum05's topic in Emergency

   Thanks Shadelyn, This fits with what is happening at our hospital. I have noticed among the "young" tech staff, a lack of a sense of urgency that I think comes from a lack of knowledge about why we do what we do. The techs seem to be stuck in "floo...

3. use of ED tech/UAP/CNA in ED

   rnmagnum05 posted a topic in Emergency

   I'm interested in the use, duties, education requirements, and opportunities available for ED tech/UAP/CNA (whatever your facility may use as a title). Does your facility employ ED techs? What is the minimum level of education required? What kinds of...

4. very frustrated

   rnmagnum05 replied to ltvixen's topic in Emergency

   Eastern NC has many hospitals that accept new grads. Check out Jacksonville, Keenansville, Kinston, Washington, Morehead City, Greenville, and Wilmington. These cities have hospitals that vary from small community facilities to Level 1 Trauma Cente...

5. Will I feel like a nurse again?

   rnmagnum05 replied to ParrotHeadRN's topic in Emergency

   Welcome to the ranks, we're so glad to have those with your experience with us. As others have said, give it time. Use your skills and share your assessments with your physicians. I find my practice rewarding because I know my doctors trust my ski...

6. What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

   rnmagnum05 replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

   CC - "My boyfriend and I were having sex and all of a sudden I felt my heart beat fast and I couldn't catch my breath and I made him stop and bring me straight here!" This was a 19y/o female who arrived in her boyfriend's arms, hyperventilating, with...