shariann

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1. Wondering about ICU hiring new grads?

   shariann replied to KR's topic in MICU

   I started in ICU right after graduation with a six month orientation and lots of classroom education as well as lots of studying on my own time. It has been very difficult and stressful. I do not regret it, however, I would have to recommend not do...

2. Problem with charge nurse& MD's order

   shariann replied to L. Swanson's topic in MICU

   Actually, this issue should go to your state board of nursing, (unfortunatley). The charge nurse completely acted out of the scope of nursing practice. She had no right to change the dose of the med. That is for a physician only. If she had a pr...

3. MICU Wages

   shariann replied to LRichardson's topic in MICU

   We get paid an additional 5% for being ICU nurses. We do not get additional pay for having our CCRN.

4. pulling femeral sheaths

   shariann posted a topic in CCU

   I need to know if other RNs are pulling femeral sheaths following cardiac caths. If so are you holding manual pressure or using a mechanical device to hold pressure. Our hospital is trying to determine what is standard for other facilities.