sookieRN

sookieRN BSN, RN

ER, CCU, Admin, Transplant

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About sookieRN

sookieRN has 15 years experience as a BSN, RN and specializes in ER, CCU, Admin, Transplant.


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  1. IV push hydralazine or labetalol - tele?

    Monitoring should be required! Labetalol can drop a pulse rate. Both meds can have a rebound to HTN. Even if the hospital does not require monitoring, I would never give either med without monitoring to protect not only the pt, but my license! Jus...
  2. evidence collection in violent assaults

    Hey there quiltingbabe! There are many...I would suggest your department invest in a Forensic Nursing book, it cover evidence collection. Also, coordinate your efforts with the local police department. A lot of evidence cannot be used due to chain ...
  3. Request info on Forensic and SANE-A

    I earned a certificate as a Forensic Nurse Consultant through Kaplan University. It was $5K, and has done nothing for me. To be a SANE RN, you would have to obtain a nursing position in an emergency room at a hospital where rape exams are performed...
  4. Need help with chemistry conversion factors

    I believe it would be to convert lbs to kgs...27 lbs divided by 2.2=12.3 kgs (rounded) 12.3 kgs x 115 mg (per kg ) = 1415 mg. ( rounded) Hope this helps.
  5. Common Correctional Nursing Interview Questions

    Hey there Lorry, thanks for the info. So here is what I was told-only bring my resume, drivers lic, SS card, and TB test results. I was told to place them in an envelope and bring nothing else. I was also told NOT to wear an underwire bra! I belie...
  6. Nursing JOB shortage in Maryland!

    I am an RN with 15 years of experience and unable to find employment in MD. I have a strong background in emergency medicine, have applied to hospitals, clinics, outpt centers, you name it, I have applied. I own a home I can't sell, my money is run...
  7. How does one enter into this field?

    Lorry, loved this site! Your quite impressive. I want to be like you when I grow up!
  8. Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC)

    I worked in Transplant. 24 hr shifts (not including travel time)
  9. Common Correctional Nursing Interview Questions

    I will be sure to remember some of the interview questions I am asked on Monday and post them! I am going to review the correctional nursing section of my Forensics textbook! Will keep you updated! So, can I just say that the only thing about the i...
  10. Online RN to BSN Programs

    Just spoke with Colarado State University...on line RN to BSN program total is $29,520.00!!!!!!!!!! This is an 18 mo program, 90 credits. I would love to find an affordable program, this is no that!
  11. correction nurses pay scale??

    MadisonsMomRN please tell me hpw to apply for Baltimore County Detention RN jobs. I went to the web sites and cannot find any information or postings. Thank you!
  12. correction nurses pay scale??

    Please tell me how to apply...I searched all the County Web Sites anddont see any listings for RN's///Any help would be greatly appreciated!
  13. Corrections /Forensic certifications

    I completed a Forensic Nursing Consultant program With Kaplan. A waste of $5000.00!!! It does nothing to further your career.
  14. Interview @ CMS Prison in MD on Mon.

    Hi there newLPN! I am an RN and also have an interview on Monday. Good luck!