Medic/Nurse

Medic/Nurse BSN, RN

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  1. EZ IO's...problems with leaking?

    Medic/Nurse replied to AKav8trix's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    None that I recall. I DO NOT aspirate after placement. I check for infusion that flows easily without

  2. Use of Diprovan in your ER

    Medic/Nurse replied to TRAMA1RN's topic in Emergency

    Hey there GilaRN - you have an excellent response in the above post. When folks come to the ED and need sedation - you can bet they will have had Mt Dew and Doritos just PTA (so the NPO thing is...

  3. What does it take to be an ED nurse, and should a new grad even try?

    Medic/Nurse replied to futurecnm's topic in Emergency

    Congrats! Sounds like you are on track to being an ER Nurse! Everyone starts somewhere. I think that "New Grads" can do fine in the ED with a good preceptor and strong clinical orientation. Like the...

  4. Use of Diprovan in your ER

    Medic/Nurse replied to TRAMA1RN's topic in Emergency

    Check with your state BON for advice. Many BON's have elected that non-CRNA's CANNOT bolus push this drug. This is generally considered an induction agent. However, most all states allow for infusion...

  5. How many times did you switch jobs as a RN?

    Medic/Nurse replied to RNroseshea's topic in General Nursing

    I'd say as many as necessary to find your dream job! :) For me. 1 job as a staff RN. 8 facilities as an agency RN. 7 facilities as a traveler. 1 job in transport and current flight position. Hmmm,...

  6. Environment of the room during a code

    Medic/Nurse replied to RN2Bn2006's topic in General Nursing

    It can be a bit disconcerting to those that are not used to this practice reality in the acute care settings (heck, in any setting!). I know it may have appeared that those caring for these patients...

  7. Songs to play in the Waiting Room

    Medic/Nurse replied to S.T.A.C.E.Y's topic in Emergency

    "Should I Stay or Should I GO?" The Clash. "The Happiest Girl in the Whole USA" Donna Fargo "Breakdown" Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers "Crazy Train" Ozzy "I Won't Back Down" Tom Petty and the...

  8. Pros....How do you do it?

    Medic/Nurse replied to TonyFl's topic in General Nursing

    The TOUGH STUFF. Not too sure if I ever want to be a "pro", but I do deal with it often and (generally) remain professional, so... I think that you do have to put a bit of space around yourself in...

  9. NG in little ones

    Medic/Nurse replied to phiposurde's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Congrats! on the first mission. Are you rotor or fixed and what kind of transport times do you guys have? Flying a month old (hopefully, term) with a (presumed) intestinal (?) obstruction can make...

  10. Nurses taking patient's off backboards without doctor clearnce?

    Medic/Nurse replied to the big nurse's topic in Emergency

    Tough one. Like Craig, EMS in different locales boards "everybody" and it is generally safe to take 'em off the board. Others note that EMS "clears" the CS in the field and the patient is never...

  11. Registered Nurse bring home pay (after malpractice, etc)

    Medic/Nurse replied to WorriedStudent's topic in General Nursing

    I'll second the response from sirI. http://www.nso.com I cannot imagine what money is being withheld from your friends check. I have my share of deductions and I clear $1800-1900 every two weeks -...

  12. MDs that lie.......

    Medic/Nurse replied to southernatheart's topic in General Nursing

    I'll second this response. I'll add that even without symptoms a HR in the 20's in a general bed is a REASON to call the doc. You did a great job for your patient. Even without orders I'll bet that...

  13. Flight nursing

    Medic/Nurse replied to Roxroper's topic in General Nursing

    Hey there Roxroper - Congratulations on completing your degree! The nursing world awaits you! :) Flight Nurse. It is a great job. I'd probably be just as happy on the ground - but, I do find the...

  14. Do you know of any nurses that left nursing?

    Medic/Nurse replied to raindrop's topic in General Nursing

    Although I have "left" bedside nursing - I am still technically still a nurse. I am currently working flight and it is far more like being a paramedic (one with additional education/critical care...

  15. Protocols regarding extrication of potential spinal injury patients from POV's showin

    Medic/Nurse replied to JJEDRN's topic in Emergency

    Hey there JJEDRN- Craig has a good point -- * No matter how many ways you try to reinvent a wheel - it's gotta be round to roll. (That is be able to roll into your ED) I think the big thing here is...

  16. I work at Disney World now!!

    Medic/Nurse replied to wooh's topic in General Nursing

    Often as a staff RN, I'd feel as though I'd be in the mix for an Oscar, Emmy and Tony - and by gosh - I SHOULD have won 'em ALL! I can act, sing and dance!!! And often at the SAME time. :) :) :) See,...

  17. Oral surgery & dental office sedation

    Medic/Nurse replied to CrunchRN's topic in General Nursing

    Here is my END GAME! (Hope that there is no need for irony in this!!) I had a dental experience go horribly wrong a couple of years ago and I ended up exceptionally upset and in the oral surgeons...

  18. Paramedic to RN via Excelsior?

    Medic/Nurse replied to sunnyjohn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Do a "search" on this topic - there are volumes of info on this site and also on http://www.flightweb.com ================================================================ I did it. I became a medic in...

  19. What do you think are the current major problems in nursing?

    Medic/Nurse replied to Barras's topic in General Nursing

    Overall: Lack of RESPECT. From - patients families visitors the public administration doctors ancillary staff other nurses AND lack of self-respect for ourselves at times (it is hard to look in the...

  20. Assertiveness, Important or not?

    Medic/Nurse replied to RUNS10's topic in General Nursing

    Assertiveness? My (and my partners) LIFE sometimes depends on it. My patients LIFE often depends on it. Important? You bet! Practice

  21. Burnout?

    Medic/Nurse replied to registerednut1221's topic in General Nursing

    I think that one sentence says it all. It is all about a profession VOID of RESPECT. That is the REASON I left the hospital. I will never return to bedside nursing. The ONLY salvation that I have in...

  22. Are you allowed to wear Makeup ?

    Medic/Nurse replied to AspiringNurse7's topic in General Nursing

    I could say use a little common sense - but, that won't accomplish much. I wear enough to be presentable. I think it is IMPORTANT to be clean, well groomed and appear professional. Leave the "club"...

  23. Anyone Else Experience Mobbing?

    Medic/Nurse replied to WeakAnkles's topic in General Nursing

    i am certain that it happens in other workplaces/occupations. but, when it occurs in nursing - it is different. this is a tough job. we do not have to be so tough on each other. but...it happens. i...

  24. Level 3 ER, Level 4- Can you PLEASE clarify!!!

    Medic/Nurse replied to taapple's topic in Emergency

    I think Larry and ERTraveller give good advice. Larry nails the ACS perspective. The ACS one is the the one that can impact the flow of federal money. Plus it is easy to compare an apple to an apple...

  25. Questions about RSI meds

    Medic/Nurse replied to Lizziefive's topic in Emergency

    It is good to be prepared. I will (along with GilaRN and readyforCRNA) caution you in remembering the "usual" dosages - you MUST do this on a WEIGHT based formula for every patient. Dose per Kg. Every...