EJBNeuroRN

EJBNeuroRN has 1+ years experience and specializes in Neuro.

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1. Sorry Nurse Recruiters/Nurse Managers!

   EJBNeuroRN replied to Isitpossible's topic in Management

   i hate to say it, but you are not special and unique when it comes to your nursing credentials. i'mt ired of reading countless posts from people who think because they struggled and overcame insurmountable odds to become a nurse they should be hande...

2. Oh crap...I can't believe I forgot...

   EJBNeuroRN posted a topic in General Nursing

   to turn on the Heparin drip after I did a blood draw on a jugular access site!! Doh!! I did the lab draw at 0600 and when I was sitting in my car on the way home at 0730, I suddenly remembered...and it hit like a brick...s#*! I forgot to turn the I...

3. Silly random nursing thoughts, one sentence, NO JUDGMENTAL FOLKS ALLOWED

   EJBNeuroRN replied to wooh's topic in Humor

   I'm sorry, if you keep leaving your room to go to the street and buy crack you're going to have to find another place to stay...

4. What are the usual work hours? Also, some questions.

   EJBNeuroRN replied to MissNancy's topic in Pre-Nursing

   First of all, you wouldn't be "stuck" with an AA degree. Also, an AA degree does not completely close options for the future. If you get you choose to go the Associate degree in nursing route, you would have many options open to you while working a...

5. Pill falls on pt gown...is it safe to give?

   EJBNeuroRN replied to sle1191's topic in Safety

   This story is going to gross you guys out.. Six months ago I was working at a SNF on the rehab unit. I was taking care of a guy who was in his mid forties, can't remember why he was in rehab at this point. Anywho, it was night shift and I went int...

6. I'm sorry sir, I cannot call the neurosurgeon at 3AM for that...

   EJBNeuroRN replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

   Yeah he was OK, went for a walk, had some crackers...turned out not to be a big deal.

7. Depressed, or just "Life?"

   EJBNeuroRN replied to JDougRN's topic in Stress 101

   I think this is such an interesting topic because depression, altered moods, and chemical imbalances are such a part of our society as of late. It seems that a lot of mood disorders are misdiagnosed, depression is so subjective, and we are living in...

8. Nclex dilemma ... PLEASE RESPOND

   EJBNeuroRN replied to RENEfromLA's topic in NCLEX

   Breathe! I'm sure things will work out in your favor and the stress is getting the best of you. Worst case scenario, you have to take it again. Not at big deal. There are countless people on this site who have taken the test more than once. Hang i...

9. I'm sorry sir, I cannot call the neurosurgeon at 3AM for that...

   EJBNeuroRN replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

   I bet he's lonely and needs someone to talk to :)

10. I'm sorry sir, I cannot call the neurosurgeon at 3AM for that...

    EJBNeuroRN replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

    This is a great discussion! On a side note, I had more flexibility with standing house orders at the LTC center I worked at! Tums 3AM?? Sure!! cough drop? Absolutely! Straight cath and UA for confused older patient with temp? Just give me the flash...

11. Think Twice Before Becoming a "NURSE"

    EJBNeuroRN replied to mcrutRN's topic in Activism

    I'm annoyed by the title of this thread...why is nurse in quotes? I'm also annoyed by the OP. Not every job is perfect and of course the health system is not perfect. Vent away OP, but just so you know clearly not everyone feels they way you do.

12. I'm sorry sir, I cannot call the neurosurgeon at 3AM for that...

    EJBNeuroRN replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

    well guys, here's the thing...i'm with netglow and redhead i'm going to try other nursing interventions before i call the md. i think trying some crackers, milk, going for a walk etc and then reassessing the patient is a better plan then going aroun...

13. I'm sorry sir, I cannot call the neurosurgeon at 3AM for that...

    EJBNeuroRN replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

    bravo! you guys are all such wonderful nurses and i appreciate all the insightful and well thought out criticism. however, pmfb-rn and sapphire 18, i love you enthusiasm and moxie to call everyone and anyone at all hours of the night. you make so...

14. I'm sorry sir, I cannot call the neurosurgeon at 3AM for that...

    EJBNeuroRN replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'd rather write the order as a telephone order than call the doc in the middle of the night! Has anyone dealt with a neurosurgeon at 3 AM? It's not pretty. Furthermore, since this is turning in to a more serious discussion than originally intende...

15. I'm sorry sir, I cannot call the neurosurgeon at 3AM for that...

    EJBNeuroRN replied to EJBNeuroRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, heartburn can be very frustrating and painful. Unfortunately our facility does not have standing house orders where we can give patients OTC meds when they are needed. The only physician on the case was the neurosurgeon because the patient did...