Sassy5d

Sassy5d

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  1. Vital Signs Taking at ER

    Sassy5d replied to nursing_problem's topic in Emergency

    Don't let it get you.. I always say, if you don't have a pt complaint, you don't have a pulse. Especially if that lady likes to be difficult every time she comes in. Don't sweat

  2. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

  3. Seriously?!?!

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  4. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    Or the '6 hour wait in the waiting room' because 300 people are there for a rash x's 1 hour or 'my kitty got da

  5. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    Also, when someone asks for an rx of an OTC medication like Tylenol 'so my insurance will pay for it' that's a pretty good indicator of how they are insured. Sorry to say, but your 'insurance' or...

  6. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    When you ask a pt what their name is, and they hand you their Medicaid card. It's part of my scripted reply. Registration needs that info, nurses don't know who has insurance or no insurance. Don't...

  7. Whats your biggest pet peeve working in the ED?

    Sassy5d replied to Whts_Ur_Emergency?'s topic in Emergency

  8. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    There's no copay when you have no insurance or your 'insurance' is care source/Medicaid. Not trying to be an #*~ but I have yet to hear/see these type of requests for treatment from anyone with...

  9. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    It's hard to get people into rehab. Most don't have insurance and are not at a point in their life when they want to quit

  10. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    Lol brick wall sometimes. Large volume of non-ER posters. What draws people in to this specific

  11. Input about gastroparesis

    Sassy5d replied to Sassy5d's topic in Emergency

    Thanks for the input. Presentation was just odd. Up running around in the room, screaming like a toddler tantrum that seemed she could turn on and off. This one comes in frequently. Guess I'm just...

  12. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    I thought it was funny my own personal issues with trimming ect but now since I've seen way more ho ha's then I'd like to admit, I realize my shortcomings... Bad toe nail polish, my creative trim or...

  13. I have an interview in a level 1 trauma center, need advice!

    Sassy5d replied to k-flo's topic in Emergency

    Also, just keep in mind, it may be sort of a 'burn your bridge' if you're offered the job and turn it down. Will make it harder to get into that hospital (or hospital system) after

  14. I have an interview in a level 1 trauma center, need advice!

    Sassy5d replied to k-flo's topic in Emergency

    Most nursing jobs are night shift. (For new grads) day shift is coveted. I wish they let people know this during school. Most people don't like the idea of working thirds but you need to know, no...

  15. Input about gastroparesis

    Sassy5d replied to Sassy5d's topic in Emergency

    If I remember correctly, they were given IV Pepcid maybe. Nothing I read about describes this intractable pain that is being explained to me. I'm not trying to be heartless, I just genuinely don't...

  16. annoying little thing some of our docs are doing

    Sassy5d replied to psu_213's topic in Emergency

    Orthostatics on every pt, regardless of cc. Acting like they are 'God' and the only thing going on is the 1 thing that they need done on 1 pt. I'm glad you need to do a pelvic exam on someone with a...

  17. Seriously?!?!

    Sassy5d replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    Of course the ones who are followed by their posse can never stay(the posse member with a car), and can never pick them up when it's time for discharge and everyone wants a free taxi or bus

  18. Mistakes you'll never make, again.

    Sassy5d posted a topic in Emergency

    I thought a good topic for today would be changes in your practice due to things that have happened. I'll start with my most recent work experience. I don't care anymore what the pt says, even if...

  19. Calling Code Blue in ED

    Sassy5d replied to becca001's topic in Emergency

    If you don't use it, ya lose it. Doesn't it feel good to have the seasoned, calm people at your codes? I know I work in ED and always look forward to the fresh faces during my stroke codes. Extra...

  20. Please be prepared for your interview...

    Sassy5d replied to Larry77's topic in Emergency

  21. Please be prepared for your interview...

    Sassy5d replied to Larry77's topic in Emergency

    I just want to say that I know I'm a terrible interview. I don't handle hypothetical situations well at all. Even when I take acls classes, 'faking' a situation doesn't work for me. Even the...

  22. precepting new grads in ER

    Sassy5d replied to kweaverRN's topic in Emergency

    Lol first, lower your standards. Wouldn't you be really upset with yourself if you found out they found out they didn't want to do it and quit? Remember, even the most basic things they are not...

  23. Difficulty with coworkers

    Sassy5d replied to MiriamRn's topic in Emergency

    Another thing.. I have a hard time gauging peoples responses. I work 12 midday shift. So it's busy from the time I come in until the time I leave. Like primetime ER. And I REALLY look forward to my...

  24. IV Benadryl

    Sassy5d replied to kmrn1737's topic in Emergency

    I'm one of those crazy slow ivp people. I always feel more comfy giving a med while a bag of ns is running. I always check, check, check if a med can go with ns and then give it in a port. Very...

  25. Difficulty with coworkers

    Sassy5d replied to MiriamRn's topic in Emergency

    I feel lucky. I too am one of those socially awkward people. I've never really fit in anywhere. I've been at this job 4 months and I just don't seem to click with anyone. Everyone is mostly nice to me...