AnnieOaklyRN

AnnieOaklyRN BSN, RN, EMT-P

Adult and Pediatric Vascular Access, Paramedic

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  1. Would you have told management?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the input. LOL I used TP to move the TP out of the way... What about if there were red flags in the weeks prior to this needle being found in the toilet, as far as narcotics go.

  2. RN role in Chest Tube insertion in the ER?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to x28y31's topic in Emergency

    Chest tube: Setting up drain and having it ready to go and of course, conscious sedation! I agree with everyone else, seems to be extremely painful!! If I ever need a chest tube I am getting lots of...

  3. Preparation for a Pediatric ER position

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to fetchfelix's topic in Emergency

    Did you get the

  4. I don't like pediatric patients, am I normal?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Wonder RN's topic in General Nursing

    Everyone has their preferences. When I worked in the ER I would trade geriatric patients for pediatric patients, because I hate geriatrics, and there were nurses that hated pediatrics. It isn't that...

  5. A delicate issue

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Orca's topic in Nurse Management

    I would address your concerns at a meeting with all of them. My opinion is that it is rude to speak a different language in front of others who do not speak that language in a business setting....

  6. Pharmaceutical companies are crooks!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I am definitely not on the side of the pharmaceutical companies, BUT.... remember it cost the hundreds of thousands of dollars to get a medication from the lab to your home! I know this...

  7. Completed my BSN

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Rhody34's topic in General Nursing

    Great job!! It is a great accomplishment!!! Finishing mine in two weeks... cannot wait to be done! Enjoy your FREE TIME AGAIN!

  8. ACLS should always be 2 days and in person!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I disagree! I have been a medic for going on 12 years and have done ACLS for just as long, and I feel there is not need for a two day ACLS course for the experienced provider. I agree that newer...

  9. Help! My Employer is Committing Medicaid Fraud!!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to oreocookie123's topic in General Nursing

    Leave the job for sure! If you are working there and the government figures out that you filled out any of these forms or participated in the fraud, even if it was unintentional, they can bar you...

  10. Puzzling Skin Disorder

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    The only thing I can think of is scabies! Yick!

  11. Should Healthcare Professionals Ask About Guns in the Home?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to P-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I think you have to draw the line somewhere. Everything in the home is a possible danger to young children; medications, pools, the bath tub, electrical outlets, cars, bikes, toys and the list could...

  12. failed nclex 4 times.

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to sickofnclex's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am sorry this is happening. Remember NCLEX is a test of common sense, and then knowledge to a smaller degree! If the answer has to do with the airway, breathing, or circulation in that order...

  13. Where can I get in ADN with dorms?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to LH0484's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, New Hampshire Technical Institute in Concord, NH has both dorms and an excellent nursing program that is associates degree. I graduated from there in 2004 and 2007, so I can definitely say it is...

  14. Lost computer files

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    Well I always back up my files, but I also print them (especially the multipage papers or presentations), and a great idea is to just email yourself the file. If you loose it you just get into your...

  15. Discharge Lounge

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to imbatz's topic in General Nursing

    I have never heard of a discharge lounge... this should be interesting to learn about!

  16. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I have been working per-diem at a job for several months, and now I have the opportunity to come on board part time. The hospital just gave raises to everyone, but I still feel the hourly rate...

  17. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks I do too. I know my body is starting to say WTH every time I carry someone down the stairs, as I am not getting any younger, and our population isn't getting any lighter. I do believe this...

  18. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, they all do this, but I am guessing it is lower than they can actually afford to pay. Kind of like when you go to a car dealership and they offer to sell you the car at MSRP, which is way more...

  19. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Just an update. I did talk to the manager today and asked for another 2.00 an hour to offset the high cost of benefits there. To be honest this hospital has one of the most expensive health...

  20. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked there for about eight months, not exactly "new" there in my eyes. I am prepared to turn down the part time job if they cannot offer me more money, as it is the right financial decision...

  21. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the advice. Yes, many hospitals in this area have IV teams, and some are even starting them. In Boston I believe every hospital has an IV team, but as I said I am finding more and more...

  22. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your insight! No, it is the IV team, and in general no one leaves there until they are dead or retiring! The fact that a part time opening happened is a fluke... LOL! My other pickle is...

  23. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    That is part of the problem. I work full time now as a medic and pay 140.00 less a month for insurance and have no deductible, as compared to this job, which has a 1000 dollar deductible. I am...

  24. Should I ask for more money?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Should I mention the fact that I will have my BSN in three weeks? They just started putting "BSN preferred" on job postings?

  25. The Controversy: Mandatory Flu Vaccines

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I suggest you look at some additional studies which indicate the LOW percentage of protection that the flu vaccine