granite109

granite109 has 7 years experience and specializes in ED, trauma, flight.

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1. Partying after work

   granite109 replied to granite109's topic in Emergency

   I would be lying if I said I didn't throw a few back with my colleagues, docs included. I have seen, however, nursing management get absolutely plastered and talk shop with those that he/she...

2. just wanted to share

   granite109 replied to phiposurde's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

   Congratulations! I remember when I got word. Gives me chills just thinking about it! It's a blast, the bet job ever, oh and nomex makes everyone look good-lol! Best of luck and fly

3. Partying after work

   granite109 posted a topic in Emergency

   Just wondering, how does everyone feel about management drinking with staff? I always felt it was bad practice, especially when shop talk came up. Even if the manager doesn't participate, it seems...

4. ER Morale

   granite109 replied to littleRNthatcould's topic in Emergency

   We've been through a lot of change where I work. We have had some very dynamic leaders and some, well, not so much...I'm not sure how your department is run or structured, but I imagine like most...

5. Failed Airway

   granite109 replied to GilaRRT's topic in Emergency

   About 3 years ago, our institution initiated the airway cart. It's like a code cart with the drawers and all. All of the RSI meds are in there, the standard ETTs and laryngoscopes; in addition to...

6. Scranton or Allenstown Nurseries / NICUs?

   granite109 replied to rnpilot's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

   Good for you! Wishes for success and

7. Patients on Vacation????(long)

   granite109 replied to emsboss's topic in Emergency

   Ugghh! The penalty box of triage is bad enough; when this happens it's a game misconduct! No, it's not just tourists, vacation is just the excuse for not having the info. I have tried to make use...

8. I just cant decide

   granite109 replied to mercurymama's topic in Nursing Career

   You can do this! If it is in your heart, than you must! Your kids will be fine. As a matter of fact, pursuing your dreams and being happy is probably the greatest gift you can give them. Of course,...

9. Why are emergency nurses not considered critical care nurses?

   granite109 replied to JessicRN's topic in Emergency

   This topic, while heated, brings up many important issues. In my experience, ENA has historically been realistic regarding ratios and considering the CC component. On an academic note, it seems the...

10. what's a good stethoscope for nursing school?

    granite109 replied to jnmoore02's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I would recommend the Classis or Classic II also as a starter. They are lightweight and the earpieces are nice. The Cardiology III or Master are excellent but heavy and pricey. Also, they often get...

11. do you need a BSN to work at Penn. Hosp? Salary Ques

    granite109 replied to glamgalRN's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I work for HUP and they do require a BSN. I am not sure about Pennsylvania Hospital. Considering they are both part of the Univ. of PA Health System, it may be a problem. Jefferson, Temple, Hahnemann,...

12. Anyone not making med errors?

    granite109 replied to fleur-de-lis's topic in General Nursing

    Emmanuel- Very, very valid point,

13. How important is Chemistry, really?

    granite109 replied to EGKB's topic in General Nursing

    Best Wishes to you on your final! I have an AAS in Chemical Technology and have found the concepts extremely useful in nursing, especially in cardiology; ie sodium-potassium pump, conductivity,...

14. Fibromyalgia

    granite109 replied to veetach's topic in Emergency

    OK, this is an old thread, but I feel a need to clarify, so please indulge me. My first post on this thread was apparently inflammatory. That was the opposite of my intention, so my apologies for my...

15. Fibromyalgia

    granite109 replied to veetach's topic in Emergency

    My sincerest apologies for coming of offensively-that was absolutely not my intent!!! In fact, my intention was just the opposite. There have been studies correlating male pattern baldness to heart...