Steve RN BSN

Steve RN BSN specializes in Level 1 Trauma Center ER Nurse.

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1. Hospice nursing guidelines

   Steve RN BSN posted a topic in General Nursing

   I had worked as a hospice CNA for about 5 years before I graduated nursing school. I've been working hospice PRN as an RN for about 8 months now. I'm curious as to where I can find Medicare/gov't guidelines pertaining to RN frequencies....ie what is ...

2. IV's in Stroke patients

   Steve RN BSN replied to VAJenny's topic in General Nursing

   In an emergency situation you want at least 2 large bore IVs. I personally dont descriminate between affected and non-affected sides.....If they have a vein I go for it. Chances are they are going to get an 8-12fr central line by a resident in the IC...

3. ER vs. Bedside

   Steve RN BSN replied to californiadreaming's topic in General Nursing

   I work at a level 1 trauma center in northeast pa. We have a 43 bed ER split into 4 "pods" where each RN has a 4 bed assignment (1 section has 5). Our ER sees approx 200 pts a day. Each pod has 1 attending and 1 resident. We work very closely with ou...