CathLabNursePA

CathLabNursePA has 10 years experience and specializes in Cardiology, Critical Care, Cath Lab.

Latest Activity

1. BSN programs: location, location, location

   CathLabNursePA replied to health4america's topic in General Nursing

   Hello, Happy to hear you are moving to Philly. It is a great city. I live here and work at Temple. As far as where you attend school, it really doesn't matter. There are some benefits to networking here in the city, but having a BSN is a definate pl...

2. RN Licensing in different states .

   CathLabNursePA replied to DANNY7's topic in General Nursing

   Once you a licensed in one state you can apply by endorsement in any other ones. Some states have compact agreements that recognize other states license also. I have license in 5 states because of travel nursing. Each state has fees, so be prepared t...

3. Using a Travel Agency as a way to move?

   CathLabNursePA replied to Snowranger19's topic in Travel

   You have a great idea. I moved to PA using that method. The travel company will pay your mileage. I traveled for a year in Philadelphia before I got a staff position. If there is demand travel in the same area is great. I worked at several area hosp...

4. New to cath lab---advice please!

   CathLabNursePA replied to nurseratchit's topic in Cardiac

   Welcome to the Cath Lab.... I have been a cath lab nurse for a few years now..both as a traveler and a staff nurse in several states. I thought I would recommend a couple of things to you. First is a great reference book. It is called The Cardiac Ca...

5. New Jersey Grad looking for Ark. job

   CathLabNursePA replied to myrooskigurl's topic in Arkansas

   Congrats on your graduation! I am now a Jersey nurse but moved from Ft Smith about 2 years ago. I worked at St. Edward Mercy and it was a good place for me. As far as openings go it depends on what you are interested in. ICU is usually always avail...

6. Question! Best and Worst departments to work in @ the hospital?

   CathLabNursePA replied to chasemelony's topic in General Nursing

   Depending on what you enjoy all departments have their pros and cons. The biggest factor in happiness in an area is the Charge nurse. A great leader will create a good environment. As for your interest, don't be afraid to try something different and ...

7. Anyone have anything positive to say about nursing school?

   CathLabNursePA replied to AllThingsPink's topic in General Students

   The outcome is possibly the best thing about school. I would have to say the changes you go through both personally and professionally are a great benefit in nursing school. The instructors seem harsh and inhumane at times, but they want to push you ...

8. If you could invent nursing supplies, what would it be?

   CathLabNursePA replied to rn2bn07's topic in General Nursing

   A virtual nurse that answers call lights. Then patient can choose from options.....press one for blah blah....press two for blah blah.....And then the virtual voice informs them its not time for your meds etc.....

9. Looking For Other Pa Nurses!!!!

   CathLabNursePA replied to Pete495's topic in Pennsylvania

   Just moved to Philly in Jan 08 and love it. Lots of opportunity for RN's. Currently I work in the cardiac cath lab at Presbyterian.