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With the current news over gun control and gun rights legislation being pushed through Congress as a result of the tragedies of Aurora, CO, Newtown, CT and the others like them, the thought of concealed carry among healthcare workers has got my atten...

First of all, I do realize this is an "equipment" item, but I am wanting as much feedback as possible and thus the reasoning for posting here first. I gave in and took the plunge purchasing a pair of Dansko clogs, the new "XP" model (read: slightly m...

I recently made a transition to another department within my organization and during the two interviews I had with various members of maangement (including the Director of the department) the question was posed two different times about considering b...

I am also interested in hearing more from anyone with experience. I have applied for the Summer start date and am waiting to hear back about acceptance. I already have 2 graduate level courses under my belt from another university, so hoping that my ...

I am a staff RN, but the NPs who worked in our ED were FNP trained, as well as the inpatient NPs. I have a friend who works as a hospitalist NP who was also FNP trained. There has been discussion to eliminate FNP or primary care trained NPs from the ...

I recently switched specialties and am working in an outpatient (hospital affiliated) ambulatory surgery center. The position is posted as a full-time position, but I have found that many of the staff fall short of the full time (40 hour) status. Hav...

Such a great post to share! I have no experience in the OR but will be starting Monday. It is scary to think of everything I don't know as I am coming from a 5 year stent in the ER. I can swim in the ER but I hope to not sink in the OR. Always scary ...

I came across this text the other day (http://www.amazon.com/Critical-Transport-American-Orthopaedic-Surgeons/dp/1449642586) and was curious to know if anyone out there has used this book for personal education or if you have any other recommended te...

Yes, I was thinking the same thing regarding a vasovagal respone due to the sight of the needle...i.e. white coat syndrome

Had a ptcome in with a right brachial artery lac that we had difficulty with controlling the bleeding from while in the ED. Medics had already placed a pressure dressing that was saturated by the time he got to the ED. When coming in, the ED physicia...

Thats great to hear! I, too, am hopeful that I am able to do MICU one day and keep up my critical thinking skills all along the way. Keep enjoying!

Thanks for your advice Flyingscot! I definitely don't think that joining a new MICU is the best decision as I would be the first that would be eliminated/accused if something were to go awry. I have accepted a position with the company that will have...

Have been interested in CCT for some time and have already done some ride time with a large company in my region that does ground and flight transport. However, I am not able to work for them due to the travel requirements (1.5 hour drive for a 12 ho...

Anonymous, most of us do understand the role that the PG/Patient satisfaction surveys play in the financial makeup to an organization and we do understand that patients do occasionally have bad circumstances and/or poor care. This forum is designed t...

I often feel the same way and am in a similar boat right now, however with little prehospital experience. Start making a list of the things you love, and focus on that. I love the 3 12 hour shifts, or at least most of the time. I would love lunch, bu...

To the OP, I had the same curiosities, and still do. This is the reply directly from the NREMT... “RN CHALLENGE CHECKLIST” for EMT-Paramedic NREMT entry requirements for Registered Nurses challenging the EMT-Paramedic Training Letter of Approval S...

I live in Ohio and the sad thing is...that 5th degree felony crap is a slap on the wrist. If you see the wording, one must have been charged and convicted of an assault before the 5th degree felony can be attached to it. So, if a slap occurred the fi...

Does anyone know if an RN in the state of Ohio with an EMT-B certification can challenge the paramedic certification exam? or...if the medical director can sign off the RN with EMT-B certification as being competent to provide care at that level? I h...

I am hoping someone from Ohio may have been trough a similar situation as well.

I love the dilaudid comment as Im sure we have all heard it...if nothing else "just give me the one with a d. it makes everything just disappear." To management: just because you get to take a break at your lunch, and enjoy it...and by lunch I mean e...

I know an NP who self prescribes her warfarin. Has a POC PT/INR machine and then self-adjusts her dosing. Just like others have mentioned, have never heard of legal barriers, but ethically it isn't wise.

I try to always pack my lunch so that I can grab and go. PB/J or just PB is a great little pick me up. Granola and/or granola bars. Yogurt with granola. Trail mix. Really just anything that is going to provide some protein while getting some other nu...

I have read through the posts on here about obtaining certification (CEN) and the need for this as a professional. I do realize the need and desire to obtain this. I have a question though about the cost of the exam. By choosing to be a member with t...

To the OP, I am in the same boat as you here in Ohio and going to school at Otterbein for FNP. I have wondered many times if going on for the FNP is for nought, or if this will actually prove to be beneficial in 3-4 years when all is said and done. I...

I will continue to reiterate the same as I have said before in other posts, any brand will work, but yes there are some that are proven to be better. I have used some really cheap scopes and have liked them more than more expensive scopes (littmann C...