Keep_Calm

Keep_Calm

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About Keep_Calm

Keep_Calm has 11 years experience and specializes in Emergency Nursing.


RN after 11 years LPN. Happily married to my firefighter husband and mom to 2 boys and 2 dogs.

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  1. 97% O2 with NRM

    In my opinion, if he was sating 97% on 2L with a NRM, then maybe he didn't really need it in the first place...? You mentioned he was a frequent flyer. I had a pt. once who was so SOB and we couldn't figure out why. His sats were fine. He continued t...
  2. An ER nurse

    AMEN!!!
  3. RN volunteer EMS and Emergency Dept?

    In a small community (I'm guessing so if you have volunteer ems), I think it would be extremely beneficial to have the EMT cert on your résumé when applying for an ER position. If the hospital doesn't use volunteers in the ER, go on as many runs with...
  4. CDC: 1 in 5 in US visit ED each year

    You are so right. Instant gratification fueled by technology is finding its way into healthcare. 'I feel sick and I want to know what's wrong right now and I don't want to wait to make an appointment.' We had a mom bring her 9 month old in at 0230 th...
  5. Standing out on a resume

    Working in healthcare while in school would be something... :)
  6. I want to be an lpn..

    But I also don't agree with doing something purely because your boyfriend tells you to. Make a list of pros and cons and decide for yourself. Good luck!
  7. I want to be an lpn..

    Are you doing it for the money or because you think you'll really enjoy nursing as a career? My opinion is that you should go for RN, take CNA/STNA classes and work in a nursing home or hospital while in school. BUT it does take time and determinatio...
  8. Please NEED HELP - nursing student

    Chalk it up to experience! That's what clinicals are for. It sounds like the situation could have been a lot worse. Be thankful for the experience and thankful it turned out ok.
  9. Emt or cna..which is better route?

    ^this
  10. LPN to.......CNA?!

    Ok fair enough. I just see so many RNs who can't even find work, and ninety something percent of hospitals don't hire LPNs anymore--let alone in the ED..... I certainly don't think I am lowly, but some hospitals like to view us that way. Thank you e...
  11. LPN to.......CNA?!

    I just got the job in the ER!! I was definitely the underdog--LPN going for an RN position. What an amazing thing this has turned into! I guess putting myself out there and being willing to take a lower job to get my foot in the door was worth it. Th...
  12. Resume question... How should I write this?

    Congratulations! How about: Registered Nurse, State of Missouri
  13. Should I question their training?

    It depends entirely on the situation.
  14. end of life care.. how could I have done better?

    I think you did a great job too. You did what any good nurse would do. You cared for your patient to the best of your ability, you consulted other nurses and the charge nurse, and you did everything you could for the family. With end stage respirator...
  15. How to increase my chances!

    Oooo! Sounds so hopeful for you! I think you did everything you could do for now. Unfortunately waiting is the hardest part. I am going through the waiting game now myself. Maybe a handwritten thank you note would help? Deep breath... :)