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

   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 of the area's Ardmore, Narberth, or Wynnewood ar...

2. Reasons NOT to be CRNA

   roxy48 replied to Terpole's topic in SRNA

   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 "become CRNA's" without knowing anything about th...

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 anesthesiologist or CRNA is very adequate for what I need...

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 since. There are challenges everywhere, yet I thin...

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

   roxy48 replied to BelleRN2B's topic in Pennsylvania

   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 many are offering sign on bonuses and student loan ...