AnnieOaklyRN

AnnieOaklyRN BSN, RN, EMT-P

Adult and Pediatric Vascular Access, Paramedic

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  1. Most annoying reason for admission?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to HakunaMatata<3's topic in General Nursing

    Just remember most ERs, as well as EMS agencies do not have the ability to look down into an airway with a scope, nor do most ERs or EMS agencies have a lot of experience with significant facial/trunk...

  2. Most annoying reason for admission?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to HakunaMatata<3's topic in General Nursing

    I had a women who looked well, eating and drinking normal, not in severe pain get admitted for a sinus infection...she showed up in the ER because she was suppose to be a direct admit but we were all...

  3. Should I quit nursing school?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to mara.bug's topic in General Students

    Like others have said nurses work in psychiatric hospitals and other type settings, which may interest you! I would stick with it for now since you will have to pay the loans back if you took any,...

  4. Paramedic to ADN(Traditional)

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to pdee705's topic in General Students

    Hi pdee, I am a medic and had been one for about 3 years before going back for nursing. I did the traditional ADN program, as you are going to do because I feel there are a few things nurses do that...

  5. Mechanical Compression Devices

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to That Guy's topic in Emergency

    Hi, On my ambulance we use the Zoll Autopulse. I think it is way to heavy and clunky, plus we had a A LOT of malfunctions all the time before they switched out their batteries and made new ones. Now...

  6. Coworker tried converting me on my break

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to CountryMomma's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't rock the boat unless it continues. Just talk to her and let her know you do not have an interest in changing your religious beliefs and that you felt uncomfortable. Be blunt and tell her to...

  7. Would you quit over white uniforms?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to TexMex22's topic in General Nursing

    I would be totally fine wearing a set scrub color, but white? I tried finding white scrub pants that didn't show my panties and could not, that would make for a very long and uncomfortable day. There...

  8. Jobs in Boston

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to mstone21388's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi MissM, I recently interviewed for a position in Boston hospital for an R.N. position in a pediatric critical care area. I have experience as an ER nurse and NO BSN, but I still got an interview. I...

  9. Know any reputable RN to BSN Online that can be completed in a little less than 12 mos?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Kit.Kat's topic in School, College Programs

    That all depends on what classes you already have done and how many you plan on taking on per a semester. Good luck.

  10. Best labor and delivery hospital?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to 2015RNgrad's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It isn't an attempt at negativity, but it is reality right now. You may get lucky and get your 'dream job' right out of school, but that is unusual for most new grads. In other words be open to...

  11. OMG, I cannot believe it...I need PICU interview tips!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Hi, Heard from them today... they still haven't made a decision! It is a very large teaching hospital so I would imagine they all have a lot on their plates, plus we have been getting totally...

  12. Would you quit over white uniforms?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to TexMex22's topic in General Nursing

    Nope... I would however start wearing the brightest colored thongs I could find!

  13. Feel like I've made a mistake..

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to ICUforever's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Can I please have your job, NICU is my dream job, but i haven't had any luck and I am not even a new grad! Good

  14. Interview coming up...what to ask?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Whoops, my bad... It is in a hospital on an IV team. Thanks for the info! After working on the ambulance for so long I have zero desire to go to people's homes as a nurse!

  15. Interview coming up...what to ask?

    AnnieOaklyRN posted a topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Hi all, I have an interview coming up in a couple of days for a per-diem IV RN position. I have 7 years experience as an ER RN and 11 years experience as a paramedic, so I am really comfortable with...

  16. ACLS/PALS Certification ONLINE??

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to RainPotter's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I did ACLS online because I am an idiot and missed my class, thus it was last minute no choice! It was PAINFUL, and I do not recommend it. Took me five hours to get it done secondary to all the...

  17. Would I be wrong if...

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to 2k15NurseExtern4u's topic in General Nursing

    The AHA has recognized that there is a risk of contraction infectious diseases by doing mouth to mouth, even while using a face mask, which is one reason why non-healthcare workers are taught...

  18. What was your first post? Do you remember

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

    My first thread was about..crap I already forgot and I just looked it up... I am getting old! I had no idea until I looked back... sadly my second thread was care plan help and that was in 2007, and...

  19. The B word. Again!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Esme12's topic in General Nursing

    You are a very mean lady, I hope karma gets you!

  20. can i drop bsn school and get aas for now

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to iluvpink29's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have news for you... nursing school involves a ton of busy work no matter where you go, there is no escaping it. Getting your ADN will significantly lower your chances of getting a job as a new...

  21. Black and Job Hunting

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Here we go again, I am black and the world is wronging me all the time. I got news for you there are people with your same qualifications, white, black, purple, it doesn't matter everyone is having a...

  22. The B word. Again!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Esme12's topic in General Nursing

    Yup.. chest deep in snow... and it just keeps coming down. I am really hoping that this could be the last large storm of the season, but I doubt it very much. I just transported a CA patient to...

  23. Is graduating from a top nursing program worth it?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to CarpeDiem'15's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    NO school is worth putting yourself in so much debt that you cannot afford to live after you get out of school! Go to the cheapest accredited school, don't pay for 'brand'!

  24. Pain meds that affect BP

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to krg8089's topic in Patient Medications

    It all depends on the patient and the narcotic. The factor here is whether or not the narcotic causes a Histamine release.... Morphine does and Fentanyl doesn't, thus Morphine effects your BP and...

  25. The B word. Again!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Esme12's topic in General Nursing

    Yup... I am with you all who are suffering in the snow... I live in the northeast and we are getting belted again with a storm this weekend, a lovely blizzard as Esme stated! We are running out of...