AfloydRN

AfloydRN BSN, RN

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  1. I need some help

    AfloydRN replied to RN2B07's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Let me guess, not a union hospital, right? Where I work the MAX nurse to patient ratio is 5:

  2. all nurses pls help

    AfloydRN replied to p1gnr53's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Heparin is compatible w/ blood. No reason I can think of. If in doubt we just stick in a second

  3. Trauma RN's - A question.......

    AfloydRN replied to JourneyCC's topic in Emergency

    I disagree w/ previous because in my experience in ED we are not allowed to critically think. It is all procedure based. Theres not alot of thinking w/ that. Pt comes in w/ CHF- follow the protocol....

  4. Boosting Morale in the ER

    AfloydRN replied to 1sttimetraveler's topic in Emergency

    I agree w/the above. If we do a good job- tell us. Yes, we already know we did a good job but it means something else coming from upper. Playing fair is essential if you plan on staying for the long...

  5. Levels of ER's?

    AfloydRN replied to nursejllrn's topic in Emergency

    Where I live it is determined by the actual capabilities on the MD's you have. Our level one flies patients out and receives in. We have neurosurgeons, cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists,...

  6. Tips for becoming an ER nurse

    AfloydRN replied to BrooklynRN2008's topic in Emergency

    Yes, Michigan RN's do very well- pay scale. First work in a large city and try for

  7. ICU nurse now in ED

    AfloydRN replied to ParrotHeadRN's topic in Emergency

    It an overwhelming difference between CCU and ER. In the ER you don't get time to read a chart, sometimes can't get any history- here he is and fix him. My CCU charting was long d/t 1 :1 time. ER...

  8. ER must haves

    AfloydRN replied to kathy_bear's topic in Emergency

    Ammonia inhalant, alcohol prep, ntg spray. calipers,penlight, tape, cash, tourniquet,small mini

  9. How do you describe your job?

    AfloydRN replied to HealthyRN's topic in Emergency

    I always ask if they have seen ER which everyone has and then tell them it's not like that at all. They have ALOT more help than we have ever had. Imagine if a terrible accident happened we would be...

  10. phone calls no outsider would believe

    AfloydRN replied to JBudd's topic in Emergency

    I could never do the nurse line. I would laugh too much. I mean seriously people, we have nothing better to do than go out and look in the lobby to see how busy we are tonight? They have learned to...

  11. what makes you a good ER nurse?

    AfloydRN replied to scrmblr's topic in Emergency

    I am super OCD in organization and prioritization of care. I can multitask like the wind.( I have kids). Reading as much new info as you can get your hands on will help. Go to every educational expo...

  12. How Do You Know If Er Nursing Is For You?

    AfloydRN replied to janetrette's topic in Emergency

    If you are a fast learner, quick thinker with little or no direction, and can stand tremendous physical and emotional stress everyday of your life, not just your children,you can succeed.Know your...

  13. explaining med's to pt's/families...

    AfloydRN replied to scrmblr's topic in Emergency

    I usually do not give the drugs name and say something like we are giving him this med to slow his heart rate down, or we are putting in a central line so we can administer more meds. I try to explain...

  14. Contemplating transfering to ER in "transistion"..

    AfloydRN replied to BrnEyedGirl's topic in Emergency

    Always have a backup plan. I have learned that presentation does not match reality. I f you have sound clinical skills, can handle tremendous stress, are very adaptable, and are very independant you...

  15. What was the MOST BIZARRE thing a pt has been brought to ER for (and lived to tell)?

    AfloydRN replied to cari rn's topic in Emergency

    MAn WALKES into ER triage desk holding towel on his head. States he had an accident on the jobsite( man drove himself in) I ask him to sit down so I can see what the problem is as he is profusely...

  16. electrophysiology RNs?

    AfloydRN replied to wish2bRN's topic in Cardiac

    Our EP lab RN's do stress tests, order and maintain all cardiac equiptment and circulate in CVL when needed. You do need some experience as you will be working fairly

  17. Inservice Topics

    AfloydRN replied to latina06's topic in Cardiac

    You can always do Cordarone. Very interesting and alot of little fact RN's forget- or never learned about the

  18. Is cath lab for me?

    AfloydRN replied to aruray's topic in Cardiac

    You actually will be working like a horse in the lab if you consider all the lead you will be wearing! You can be taught ACLS, however they will say they prefer someone w/ experience. Get it first,...

  19. Question for the experienced cards rns

    AfloydRN replied to martymoose's topic in Cardiac

    My best advice is to spend a day in the ER. You WILL get probably alot more exposure than you want. We code people every day. You can learn alot there and start to feel more comfortable in your

  20. Umm what to do???????

    AfloydRN replied to Rocky_LPN's topic in Cardiac

    I learned a LONG time ago, just because you are certified does NOT mean you can do the job. She probably is one who needs someone to tell her what to do. Sounds like you did a good job. Don't expect...

  21. Not worth hurting someone or losing my license

    AfloydRN replied to kstec's topic in General Nursing

    Give it a little more time. Sounds like your orientation sucked. Ask for more time or shadow someone who has been there for a

  22. Nursing Student in need of a Nurse Mentor asap....please

    AfloydRN replied to nurse2be8128's topic in General Nursing

    I would be happy to share my knowledge w/ you. Let me know how I can

  23. ER RN and Pregnant

    AfloydRN replied to RN112's topic in General Nursing

    I was pregnant when I was in ER- it was hard. Noone else seemed to care about me pulling 450 plus pounds over onto carts all day long. Unfortunately I did not have a compassionate team. I was taken...

  24. I could really use some advice.

    AfloydRN replied to RN mom of 2's topic in General Nursing

    Any union hospitals in your area? They usually pay better- better benefits too. You don't have to do med- surg. You have plenty of options. Do you have a current resume? Start sending them out and you...

  25. If this is the direction of nursing management ..it stinks!

    AfloydRN replied to lauralassie's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like my ex- boss. It took forever to get rid of her. It took 6 RN's w/ over 10-35 years of experience to quit for them to get it. Good luck. Always remember you have