AnnieOaklyRN

AnnieOaklyRN BSN, RN, EMT-P

Adult and Pediatric Vascular Access, Paramedic

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  1. Can you switch from a FNP to an ANP or NNP

    AnnieOaklyRN posted a topic in Advanced Practice

    Hi, I was just curious, as I am thinking about going back to school eventually for my NP. I was just wondering if you go for your FNP MSN and then decide you want to change to an acute care NP, or to...

  2. Research Results are in: To Suction or Not To Suction, End of Life & Hospice Patients

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

    If the patient isn't uncomfortable secondary to the rattle, then leave it be, as I feel suctioning would cause them discomfort! I think people think of the families and their distress and forget...

  3. Blood specimen from iv sites.

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to omotee's topic in General Nursing

    I agree if it's not a new line, then blood shouldn't be drawn off a PIV, UNLESS the patent is an extremely hard stick and the lab can't get the blood otherwise. Drawing off PIV increases infection...

  4. Available space in NICU

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to eni219's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Ambulances and helicopters have outlets, so there is no need for a battery operated incubator. I don't know that you could even find a battery that would run that many things and last long enough to...

  5. Well, there goes our bonus!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to T-Bird78's topic in General Nursing

    At my doctors office, and at many others there are signs that say "No cell phones" or "no cell phone use". I would start putting those signs up and then you have grounds to tell the patient they need...

  6. Denied from nursing school...

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to callmeachilles1's topic in General Students

    I would say she needs to try a different school or schools then. Are there others around that she could apply to? She may also want to see if there are schools that offer a spring start and not just...

  7. Denied from nursing school...

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to callmeachilles1's topic in General Students

    Life is unfair and colleges don't exist to cater to peoples "personal lives". If she received an F then she either failed the class or failed to withdraw, it doesn't matter what she had going on in...

  8. Can I please get a Parking Spot!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to ArrowRN's topic in General Nursing

    I know of a laryngeal mask airway , but it is not a shuttle. What is the LMA shuttle?? Please fill me in experienced traveler:) I did get a pleasant surprise this am when my concord coach stopped...

  9. Grossmont ADN when I have a Bachelor's already

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to ChronicallystrongRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes. It will still take two years honestly you would be better off doing an accelerated BSN in my opinion. That may tube you better Jon options when you graduate.

  10. Can I please get a Parking Spot!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to ArrowRN's topic in General Nursing

    I tried multiple different routes. The earliest the commuter rail near me can get me into Boston is 615 am, it takes another 45 minutes to get to the LMA via the green line since it is like 7 or so...

  11. NICU or wait for peds job?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to gennn19's topic in Pediatric

    So what happened? Did you get an

  12. Injured doing compressions?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to dbabz's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, as the team leader in a code situation you are responsible for making sure your compressors are not getting to tired and are switching out.

  13. ICU vs IR

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Irisheyesrn13's topic in General Specialties

    IR can still be stressful and don't forget you will more then likely be required to take call, which in itself stinks. Also if you have any back/neck issues that can be aggravated by having to wear...

  14. Can I please get a Parking Spot!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to ArrowRN's topic in General Nursing

    Boston NP Wouldn't be as much of a problem if Boston MBTA would stop catering to just 9-5 people and realize we have like 7 major hospitals, which means lots of staff trying to get into the city by...

  15. drug calculation

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to priya0504's topic in General Nursing

    Mrs A. broke her jaw and it will be wired the next day. Seriously had the pharmacist ask me this at a CVS when I brought prescriptions in for liquid Clindamycin (sp), prescribed in liquid by my oral...

  16. Alternative sites for peripheral IV access

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to MacDSlim's topic in General Nursing

    As I told the other poster stay away from the truck, axilla, and really avoid the breast tissue. You will get sued if the IV infiltrates as it will go unnoticed for some time and you may cause the...

  17. Alternative sites for peripheral IV access

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to MacDSlim's topic in General Nursing

    Please don't put PIVs in the trunk, this is asking for a lawsuit if the IV infiltrates as it WILL go unnoticed for quite some time. I have seen people put it near breast tissue in women and I just...

  18. I don't think i can be around this co-worker anymore.

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to fulitarn's topic in General Nursing

    This is a tough situation for you to be in, and clearly you are very uncomfortable. Some people are just socially clueless and also unable to pick up social cues, and he sounds like one of those...

  19. Can I please get a Parking Spot!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to ArrowRN's topic in General Nursing

    Hello, I am totally spoiled at my current hospital the garage we park in is literally right next to the hospital, and it's free. I am about to try a new venture and work in a city hospital so things...

  20. Casual employee line

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Nursesm867's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I'll never understand how unions think this is beneficial, and I honestly don't believe in unions at all. I see no benefits, and yes I have worked at a union hospital. I worked as a per-diem at a...

  21. When did being pregnant become a disability?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to guest940422's topic in General Nursing

    Honestly, I have never been pregnant because I have chosen not to have children. I however do not judge pregnant women who ask for help or say they cannot do something because I assume they really...

  22. Any NPs in EMS or the Fire Dept?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to eg1014's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello, I think its kind of a good idea for people with minor stuff like UTIs and that sort of thing for an NP to come on the ambulance and treat them. I don't see us sitting on scene though for an...

  23. Allnurses helped me get my act together (almost quit nursing)

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to LPNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    I would read her latest post before you congratulate

  24. Quitting my job before my shift starts

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to LPNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    After reading your multitude of threads, my honest opinion is you should not be a nurse, and should look for something else that doesn't include being responsible for someone's life. I know what I...

  25. Quitting my job before my shift starts

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to LPNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    Please stop with the drama first of all. You are getting yourself more worked up then this is probably worth! Go to work with a smile on your face and do your job for the sake of your patients, and...