roxy48

roxy48 specializes in PACU, ICU, CCU.

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1. Living and working in Bryn Mawr, PA

   roxy48 replied to Conquering Lion's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

   Hi there, I live in Narberth which is about 10 minutes drive (5 miles from Bryn Mawr hospital). Great area and you will have no problem finding a one bedroom apt for about $ 800 - 1200 / month. Any...

2. Reasons NOT to be CRNA

   roxy48 replied to Terpole's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   Hi, Although I am not a CRNA, I have worked in PACU for over 12 years in a variety of settings from outpt to high acuity level 1 trauma centers, and I am amazed at the number of new nurses who want to...

3. Transport to PACU

   roxy48 replied to elcue's topic in PACU

   Hi all, Like heartICU, I'm afraid I am in the minority in my opinion on this topic. I have been working in PACU ( in several facilities ) for over 10 years, and I feel that the report by the...

4. New Grad-RN just hired into PACU

   roxy48 replied to RN*06's topic in PACU

   Hi, When I graduated from nursing school many years ago, I also was encouraged work in med-surg for at least a year. Instead I went straight into critical care, and have never regretted my decision...

5. Future Nurse seeking to move to Philly...

   roxy48 replied to BelleRN2B's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

   Hi Belle, I have lived and worked in the Phila area for years, and I think you will find it relatively easy to find a job as a new grad. In fact, you will probably have your choice of hospitals, and...