*nydctx*RN11

*nydctx*RN11 has 11 years experience and specializes in OR,Trauma, school clinic.

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1. Death in the OR vs. ICU

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to straycat123's topic in Operating Room

   I was always told it becomes a Medical Examiner Case in the OR... so as to avoid it even if it meant heading to PACU.

2. Interested in School Nursing. Thoughts? (Long)

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to LoveinlimeRN's topic in School

   1.)what do you love about sn? weekends & summers!! 2.)what do you hate? it gets a little boring 3.)is subbing a good way to "break in" didnt have the opportunity to do so-- but i might not have taken the job if i knew!! 4.)with a sub job will the...

3. True life as a nurse

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to Wendi Decker's topic in General Nursing

   I think its one of those things that comes with the territory. Its not a glamourous position, but if you have your head on straight and can organize time and be prepared for events- you'll get to a feeling of control. One of the most beautiful things...

4. I wonder how many nurses out there experienced a needle stick injury

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

   a few times... back when passing instrument sharps weren't so safely handled.

5. Is it impossible to get a nursing job without vaccines?

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to thequestionguy007's topic in General Nursing

   I wanna know why you aren't vaccinated, and wanting to enter a profession where we promote healthy living- and eradicating disease?!?!

6. Is working in the or really that stressful?

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to Angeleah's topic in Operating Room

   I think it takes a special kind of person to be in the OR... and you know if you belong there pretty quickly. Its an interesting arrangement of personalities and attitudes... but in the end you get in and get the job done. Not every workplace is a co...

7. Working in the OR during pregnancy

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to maraORRN's topic in Operating Room

   and dont forget to let Anesthesia know you are pregnant as well... in case during induction they need to use nitrous - you can step out. I was pregnant with my first- continued to do totals and would step out during cementing. I had a good rapport wi...

8. What computer system do you use in the OR?

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to ShannonRN2010's topic in Operating Room

   I've used SIS, Sunrise and Picis- lovede Picis the best!

9. salary question

   *nydctx*RN11 replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric

   I'd say take it up the chain or if you have a union - make some noise! I agree its not acceptable and the pay scale needs to shift... but I'm all about trying before quitting.