RNdudeNNJ

RNdudeNNJ has 9 years experience and specializes in ED, OR.

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1. NURS 3645

   RNdudeNNJ replied to yashnaba's topic in Texas (UTA)

   I just started the 25th also. This is going to be very different as I haven't taken any classes since I graduated a few years ago. Good luck to all!

2. Alarmism??

   RNdudeNNJ posted a topic in General Nursing

   An article I found and I thought the website's choice of a title was uncalled for. Just curious about your opinion. I feel bad for anyone going through this, I don't think the title fits though . Thanks http://www.cnn.com/2008/HEALTH/05/01/ep.avoidin...

3. Male nurse crying!!!

   RNdudeNNJ replied to ClassQ1's topic in Men

   Man, I can relate to that all too well!! The only time I have gotten teary eyed at work was when my 14 y/o trauma patient died. We tried everything to save this kid but he was gone. The hard part was when the parents showed up and they were both emot...

4. Nursing and tattoos

   RNdudeNNJ replied to MelRN13's topic in General Nursing

   i have 3 tattoos and i'm planning to get a few more. the ones i have are in places that are covered while i'm in scrubs. they are a great way to memorialize someone or event. my 2 cents..... take care... :cheers:

5. Scrub clothes vending machines

   RNdudeNNJ replied to R.T.'s topic in Operating Room

   Although I have never used this type of vending machine, this thread got my attention, so i googled it and found this: http://www.autovaletsystems.com/index.html Hope this helps....:cheers: ps--this is not an advertisement, just though...

6. TNCC Class

   RNdudeNNJ replied to futbol84's topic in Emergency

   Just took TNCC this past Friday. nene is right, just know your A-I assessment steps and you will be fine. The written test is out of the book and is common sense, critical thinking stuff. I passed the written test with a 100% and i passed the station...

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

   RNdudeNNJ replied to rnmagnum05's topic in Emergency

   in the ed i work in the techs are very much a part of the team. they all have to be trained emt's to work in the ed, but they also do ekg's, draw labs, assist with combative pt's, assist the rn's when possible, they stock the ed with supplies, they ...

8. Roll Call

   RNdudeNNJ replied to Tweety's topic in Men

   :beercuphe Checking in, great site and even better forum... Carl, RN :cheers:

9. Polling our male nurses: What area of nursing are you currently in right now?

   RNdudeNNJ replied to Thunderwolf's topic in Men

   I used to work in the pre-op unit and really liked it but I needed more so now I am in the Emergency Dept and really love it. :redlight:

10. scrubs

    RNdudeNNJ replied to timdmb's topic in Uniform/Gear

    I bought the SCRUBS brand at www.smartscrubs.com and I can't complain about the fit or the color selection. I just have the solid colors, no prints. These scrubs are soft and comfortable with lots of pockets(so no fanny pack needed, LOL). Good Luck :...

11. Nursing student tips for ER

    RNdudeNNJ replied to fusster's topic in Emergency

    "if you give 40mg IV of lasix to a CHF exacerbation, offer to put in a foley (if pt needs it), and empty it and let the RN know the output after a while (or when it's full). Don't forget to grab a sample if the patient needs a UA! Never empty a foley...

12. Gloves Necessary For SQ Injections?

    RNdudeNNJ replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Medications

    I was taught in nursing school to always wear gloves for any type of injection. I always were gloves while giving SubQ, IM or any possible blood producing intervention. Just a matter of protecting oneself.