Wendy_RN

Wendy_RN

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  1. Gentiva Home Health

    Wendy_RN posted a topic in Home Health

    I am curious as to how this company is to work for. I don't know anyone who works for them to ask about their

  2. after ER interview

    Wendy_RN replied to angelina2's topic in Emergency

    Hopefully you will hear something soon. Did you follow up with a thank you letter after the interview? I would follow up with the ED manager re: the status of the positions. You want her to...

  3. Pts admitted from ER

    Wendy_RN replied to Mom2Chaos's topic in Emergency

    Our techs transport patients to the floor unless it is to ICU/CCU. If an ICU/CCU patient is admitted a RN has to transport the

  4. Nurse Schedules?

    Wendy_RN replied to playbanjogood's topic in General Nursing

    A schedule that one person may deem as "good" would be a horrible schedule to someone else. Don't get too caught up in the scheduling at this point. I made myself miserable worrying about what...

  5. Problem With Orientation Schedule-How do I voice my concerns?

    Wendy_RN replied to RN1981's topic in General Nursing

    I understand your frustration. I experienced this as a new grad. I did speak up and ask for 3 12's, and in my case it was a mistake. The unit manager had no problem with it. The issue came in with...

  6. Most common non-emergency visits

    Wendy_RN replied to RN_in_SC's topic in Emergency

    There are so many ridiculous reasons people go to the ER for that it is hard for me to choose. I guess one of the most recent ones is the family of four that chose to come in to be checked for MRSA....

  7. Grrr... Report!

    Wendy_RN replied to JustaGypsy's topic in General Nursing

    I wish report could always go well. Unfortunately, someone will always say you give too little or too much info. I have had to tell a nurse, "You really need to listen to what I am telling you." Of...

  8. RN at triage window?

    Wendy_RN replied to RNintheER's topic in Emergency

    I always get vital signs first when I am in triage. I can do that at the same time the patient is telling me why they came into the ER. Vital signs are labeled such for a reason. I think the ER...

  9. Why do you like Emergency Department Nursing?

    Wendy_RN replied to RN_in_SC's topic in Emergency

    I absolutely love ER nursing! I work with a great group of nurses, techs, and physicians. We are one big family. The teamwork is awesome. I always know there is someone there to help me if I need...

  10. Admission Process

    Wendy_RN replied to nurse97mommy2000's topic in Emergency

    I have worked as a floor nurse also, so I understand both sides. I had a patient admitted to the floor on Tuesday. I called the floor numerous times to attempt to give report. This began before...

  11. RN at triage window?

    Wendy_RN replied to RNintheER's topic in Emergency

    It is not just the hospital where I work that does it this way. I don't know of any hospital around here that is organized the way you are describing. As I said in a prior post, the registration...

  12. RN at triage window?

    Wendy_RN replied to RNintheER's topic in Emergency

    I understand what you are saying, BUT that is not how it is done at any of the hospitals I am familiar with. A RN triages the patients, but the registration clerk is the first person to see

  13. RN at triage window?

    Wendy_RN replied to RNintheER's topic in Emergency

    I work in NC and that is not the way triage is in any of the hospitals that I am familiar with. Registration clerks are the first to see the patients. They only get the basic info, name, dob, c/o,...

  14. Is working in a hospital really so awful?

    Wendy_RN replied to cherubhipster's topic in General Nursing

    Do not form your opinion of hospital nursing until you have had a chance to experience it for yourself. We are all different, and of course not all hospitals have the same atmosphere. Your coworkers...

  15. this website....

    Wendy_RN replied to dylansmama's topic in General Nursing

    You may not always like the answers you receive when you ask a question or post a debatable topic, but you can always count on honest and sincere responses. I love this board and am thankful for its...

  16. When nurses visit loved ones who are hospitalized...

    Wendy_RN replied to RNcDreams's topic in General Nursing

    I have recently been on the other side of this issue. My grandmother-in-law was transported to the ED last Wednesday and passed away on Thursday. I did not tell them that I am a nurse because I did...

  17. Interested in becoming a nurse after having cancer

    Wendy_RN replied to believe777's topic in General Nursing

    You may want to consider becoming a CNA for right now. It would give you some exposure to the medical field and an idea of what to expect. The course is fairly short and inexpensive. If you decide...

  18. How do you choose?

    Wendy_RN replied to BiologyNerd's topic in General Nursing

    The answers to your questions will be different for everyone. I have 3 hospitals all within 15 minutes of my home and numerous hospitals within a 45 minute drive. Add in the clinics, ltc facilities,...

  19. Dress Codes for the ER

    Wendy_RN replied to nursebrandie28's topic in Emergency

    Our colors are white, navy, or charcoal. White is definitely not the best choice for the ED, but I do wear it some to coordinate with the other 2 colors and for a change. I would love to have black...

  20. Advice on New Grad job choice

    Wendy_RN replied to AHUFF's topic in General Nursing

    Med surg nursing provides opportunities to experience various disease processes, procedures. It also helps to reinforce what you have learned in school, and helps to put the pieces of the puzzle...

  21. What is the Law for Nurses taking breaks?

    Wendy_RN replied to Ebeza's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I don't understand why your UNPAID break is on their terms. Explain to me why you can't nap on your break when nurses working at smoke-free facilities can clock out and walk off campus for their...

  22. How does one become assertive in the nursing field?

    Wendy_RN replied to nicnix's topic in General Nursing

    It is difficult, but don't let the physicians know they intimidate you. They may be a "doctor", but they are absolutely no better than you are. I have been fortunate in not dealing with many...

  23. Debunking the night shift myths

    Wendy_RN replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    I just changed jobs, but at the hospital I just left it was common to see the "buffet" being set up before day shift got out the door. That was a little frustrating when we were 1-2 hours late...

  24. stat xrays

    Wendy_RN replied to calliesue's topic in General Nursing

    I would definitely report the incident. This really irritates me. The nurse manager has absolutely NO right to hold the patient's life in her hands. I have no idea why the test was ordered STAT,...

  25. ER nurse

    Wendy_RN replied to rouge79's topic in Emergency

    That depends on the facility. Some hospitals will take new grads and others don't. Check with your local hospitals. Some people will tell you it is best to have nursing experience before going to...