I just started working as a telemetry resource nurse in a mid-sized hospital. They required a minimum of 3 years ICU experience to take the job (I've worked in ICU for 5 years). I really don't mean to sound rude, but I don't think that 1 year is en...
We have a telemetry assistant and a resource nurse who checks on all patients on telemetry, especially those on any type of hemodynamic drip. The TA keeps a continous eye on the HR and makes notes beside the patients rhythm that they are indeed on a...
The one that got a few of the nurses when we were applying for the critical care fellowship was "your patient is post op 2 hours. His blood pressure is 75/40. What would you do first?" Almost everyone said "call the doctor". They were looking for...
buncee replied to BUNightingale's topic in Critical
That is the whole point of being ACLS certified, to begin ACLS treatment if you are the first to respond. Paramedics aren't Doctors, but they can administer medications without a doctors order.