Boston-RN replied to sully75's topic in Massachusetts
Hello, I HIGHLY recommend CPR world in Canton. The instructor is amazing and you do not need the study material ahead of time. She goes over everything in great detail and doesn't try and trick anyone. I took PALS and ACLS on separate visits and both...
Boston-RN replied to Noimanurse's topic in Emergency
I agree with the above posters. It's a great way to learn a systematic approach to assessing your trauma patients. It's good if you've already had a small taste of caring for trauma pts and its a great credential if you work ER.
Hello, I am an RN in Boston, MA. I just sent my ppwk down with the application filled out to the letter, a copy of the Nursys verification, copy of the medication error CEU and 2 copies of the fingerprints along with the $223 fee, sent is certified. ...
Boston-RN replied to leonurse's topic in Uniform/Gear
danskos are supposed to be good for plantar faciitis, I lost my danskos a couple months ago and my feet are KILLING me....have a new pair being delivered tomorrow. Give them a whirl.....expensive but worth it
I agree with the above....I started my first per diem as agency....the only slack I got was from other per diems because they were afraid I was going to "steal the better per diem shifts" I always make a point of introducing myself to whomever is th...
Boston-RN replied to Angeljho's topic in Geriatric
this is the key reason that I only spent 2 months in LTC...as a new nurse you can always talk to your nurse manager/ADON and as the legit question of "how do I get this all done (correctly) in 8 hrs" if you hear that you need better time management a...
Boston-RN replied to queenjulie's topic in Student Assist
agree with other posters......identifying and palpating pulses is very important....don't be afraid to keep looking even if the pt thinks your crazy....don't be afraid to use the doppler/steth
I agree with the others....if your co-workers are not supportive then they remain co-workers and not friends. Share your successes with those that appreciate them and can share them with you. I know sometimes that is discouraging but it's better fo...
I know you had a scratch that was bleeding but what blood or bodily fluids of THEIRS came in contact with your open wounds? If they were not bleeding and it was only your blood then in my facility it would not even be considered an exposure. If th...
Boston-RN replied to koinurse's topic in Geriatric
Sorry....going to have to agree with all the others. The PICC line is there for access both giving and drawing. One of the perceived benefits to the patients is a decrease in lab sticks....even though it's more time for you it's less discomfort to ...
Boston-RN replied to RockFish71's topic in Massachusetts
I have heard as a new NP in non-acute it is roughly the same pay as an experienced speciality RN. One of the RN's that works w/me in the ED works mostly as an RN because of the pay. I think in acute care it's higher pay (worse shifts)
Boston-RN replied to smille33's topic in Massachusetts
Hello, I also work at BIDMC. Make sure you let the HR/rec know that you're looking at all tele / RN opportunities so you can cast your net wide. Otherwise you can apply to the float pool and get a taste of all the different floors. We are full fu...