earache77

earache77 has 3 years experience and specializes in Cardiology, Radiology, Cath Lab.

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1. Attention! There are jobs in Hawaii for RNs

   earache77 replied to DavidERER's topic in Hawaii

   any cath lab/ Cardiology RN positions available?

2. help with groin sheath pulls - any pointers?

   earache77 replied to kcmosue's topic in CCU

   I like what Just me said; premedication and bolus with NS is a great idea. Sometimes explaing to the Pt if possilbe that your might be inflicting them with a moderate amount of discomfort can ease them into accepting some sedation. ie (versed/fentany...

3. Pay Scale

   earache77 replied to Trauma's topic in CCU

   In alaska (big city) anchorage most of the hospitals are union. OUr wage starts out at ~$26/hr. of course cost of living is offset by that because food/living supplies are much more expensive. I am shocked to hear that RNs are making less than $20per...

4. CVIU vs PCU nursing

   earache77 replied to earache77's topic in Cardiac

   CVIU= cardiovascular interventional unit, Post procedural in patient cath lab, Post STEMI, non-STEMI, device (ICD, pacer) placement, in patient EP ablation studies and interventions. lots of business...

5. CVIU vs PCU nursing

   earache77 posted a topic in Cardiac

   I have been contemplating two different jobs between CVIU and PCU nursing, Both are offering intern positions for a recent graduate, both promis advancement. My question is Will taking the job in CVIU (in patient post op for cath lab, recovery from S...