Might need to make a change...

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Specializes in ER/EHR Trainer.

Working ER is exciting, but also very stressful..considering a change. Lately, we've been so snowed under by patients I am fearing for my license and patient's lives daily due to the non-stop stream that keeps coming through the door(EVEN WHEN WE ARE ON DIVERT!).

I would like to do something which like ER is varied but with a smaller amount of patients, does anyone have any ideas?

Thanks

Maisy;)

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Urgent Care.

I bailed entirely and went into home health. Best move I ever made.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

Try working at a fast-paced rehab hospital. Plenty of skills, less patients than the typical ER, and the patients are often thankful for the care being provided.

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Specializes in Emergency & Trauma/Adult ICU.

((((Maisy))))

Good luck with whatever you decide.

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Specializes in NICU, Telephone Triage.

The Nicu can be fast-paced and challenging. We see a lot of the same type of pts., but you might like it. We only have 1-3 pts. maximum where I work.

I couldn't stand ER in nursing school, way too hectic. Sorry to hear it's been difficult for you...I understand.

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