Caveman

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1. Respiratory therapy?

   Caveman replied to westl's topic in General Nursing

   While searching the want ads and hospital employment websites, I have noticed a disturbing trend. It seems that almost all the RT job postings are for "contingent" positions...no full time jobs. Has anyone else noticed that?

2. RRT questions

   Caveman replied to rgrah420's topic in General Nursing

   True, but every RT I know who has an advanced degree has one in education or administration. I'm not even sure if any schools offer an advanced degree in the clinical aspects respiratory therapy.

3. RRT questions

   Caveman replied to rgrah420's topic in General Nursing

   Maybe a masters in health education or administration.

4. I'm DO NOT want to go back to finish my last semester!

   Caveman replied to Luv2banurse2004's topic in General Students

   You have way too much time and energy invested to quit now. Plus you'd be really upset with yourself if you let the semester start without you. So suck it up and get going. During the boring commencment speech, you'll look back with horror and dis...

5. Worked in Virgin Islands?

   Caveman replied to jjjsps's topic in US Territories

   Never worked there, but when I visited the USVI a few years ago, I was told about a local saying: "Got a pain? Get on a plane."

6. The Pope and The Rabbi

   Caveman replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in Humor

   "He took out his lunch so I took out mine." :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: I almost ruptured a lung, I laughed so hard.

7. I'm experiencing jet-lag, any tips on how to adjust my sleep pattern?

   Caveman replied to Wheaties's topic in General Nursing

   Wheaties, I just returned from the Philippines too. Enjoyed the visit, but the flight was brutal. For some reason, I just can't fall asleep on an airplane, so I was more than ready to sleep by the time I arrived. Luckily, I got over my jet lag (go...

8. I'm experiencing jet-lag, any tips on how to adjust my sleep pattern?

   Caveman replied to Wheaties's topic in General Nursing

   Wheaties, I just returned from the Philippines too. Enjoyed the visit, but the flight was brutal. For some reason, I just can't fall asleep on an airplane, so I was more than ready to sleep by the time I arrived. Luckily, I got over my jet lag (go...

9. what are you doing with violence in ed?

   Caveman replied to ellencrn's topic in Emergency

   The security guards at my facility are legally "special police" with guns, blackjacks, and arrest powers - none of which they hesitate to use. They tend to keep a low profile, but when trouble breaks out, they come pouring out of the woodwork. Gotta...

10. Oral Presentation!

    Caveman replied to boopchick's topic in General Students

    I have never enjoyed giving oral presentations in class either. Here are two tactics I employ. First, just remember that everyone in your class is in the same boat. Second. volunteer to give yours first. You're going to have to give it eventually...

11. no helmet

    Caveman replied to cwazycwissyRN's topic in Colorado

    I'd enjoy riding without mine too, but the thought of my head hitting the pavement is enough to make me wear it religiously. A buddy of mine, however, never wears one. According to his thinking, "[t]he only difference a helmet makes is whether the ...

12. Nurse Abused In Phoenix area

    Caveman replied to Going80INA55's topic in Arizona

    While some states have statutes specifically prohibiting the assault of some healthcare workers, it is not a federal offense. But, as a general principle, it is a crime in all states to assault ANYONE. The trick, of course, is getting the police an...

13. Favorites place in Ohio

    Caveman replied to Mkue's topic in Ohio

    Pro football hall of fame in Canton. I think the college football hall of fame is in Mason, near Kings Island.

14. Nurse Abused In Phoenix area

    Caveman replied to Going80INA55's topic in Arizona

    I certainly hope the nurse files criminal charges. And, unless the patient is judgement proof, sue his stupid a$$.

15. Questions about male/female tension in the nursing environment

    Caveman replied to Mr_D's topic in General Nursing

    Words to live by from my former life in the corporate world: "Don't dip your pen in company ink."