AnnieOaklyRN

AnnieOaklyRN BSN, RN, EMT-P

Adult and Pediatric Vascular Access, Paramedic

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  1. 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...

  2. 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...

  3. 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

  4. 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...

  5. 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...

  6. Oncology PCT Hospital Interview Help

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Halienichole26's topic in General Nursing

    Dress professionally!! No jeans or sneakers or flip flops/sandals.

  7. Bsn no experience parkland hospital dallas tx

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to plastic100%'s topic in General Nursing

    So let me get this straight... you interviewed and they didn't give you the job so now you have a vendetta against that hospital because you got rejected? you are not entitled to a job at any hospital...

  8. Anyone here work at a hospital that uses nitrous oxide in labor?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I honestly don't think diversion would be a big issues, as people don't really think of Nitrous as giving them a long lasting high, and you can't take it anywhere. I had it for a oral surgery...

  9. Futile ressusitation

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to amzyRN's topic in Emergency

    I aslo wanted to add that I don't get why families watching codes is controversial? They have been watching EMS providers working their family members for decades with no controversy involved. The...

  10. Futile ressusitation

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to amzyRN's topic in Emergency

    In my state as a medic I can work the patient at home for 20 minutes and call it, thus not wasting precious resources and causing the family thousands of dollars in bills to accomplish nothing. We...

  11. I am taking Taekwondo!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to SuperMomBob88's topic in General Nursing

    Honestly what will this accomplish? If she tells a parent that their kid has a concussion (which you cannot diagnose without a CT that rules out a bleed) and that parent takes her word for it and...

  12. Accomadating patients racist request?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

    I would tell them then you better learn to care for yourself, because that and accepting whatever nurse or caregivers helps you are your only two options. You choose! This isn't a hotel or Burger...

  13. I am taking Taekwondo!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to SuperMomBob88's topic in General Nursing

    In my opinion you are still taking on liability, but that is your

  14. VA pay/ benefits or Pediatric Emergency Dept RN

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Alexgreat1's topic in General Nursing

    Are you sure about that age? I have seen FNP take care of kids of all ages, well under 13.

  15. Need ideas/suggestions for future nursing career

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to randa77's topic in Nursing Career

    What kind of management, like a nurse manager? I would think you would have to get some RN experience with patient care before you could become a nurse manager. It would help if you told us what...

  16. First job as an RN

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

    I would suggest taking your NCLEX sooner, then later! I wouldn't wait two months! I worked in an ER right out of school as a new grad. It was a love hate relationship, mostly hate. I already knew I...

  17. I am taking Taekwondo!

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to SuperMomBob88's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I would not do this, as a medic you need to work under a medical control physician and you wont be if you are "volunteering". You will also not be covered for liability!! I would skip this and...

  18. IV meds and dilution

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Dragonfly949697's topic in General Nursing

    That would be impossible to give a list of the endless meds that may need to be diluted. Hospitals have resources that you can look up compatibility and other drug information, so I wouldn't worry to...

  19. Taking BSN classes while working: Feasible?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to H2O4me's topic in General Students

    LIke some others say it is more then feasible, but I would wait until your orientation period is over.

  20. What have you heard about Creighton University's RN to Paramedic Program?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Kareegasee's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    When you apply for a flight job, or another job that requires "paramedic" certification they expect you to have the knowledge and experience that goes behind it, this person will not have that!...

  21. What have you heard about Creighton University's RN to Paramedic Program?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Kareegasee's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    This is quite scary in my opinion, you will not be a competent paramedic with two weeks of jam packed education!! I hope the patients survive if you ever work as a solo medic with a basic or advanced...

  22. RN-Medic Program Questions

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to Rock.Libster's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Please don't do it! Having done both roles and having gone through full education programs for both, I seriously do not recommend you bypass paramedic education. Go be an EMT to get some of the...

  23. RN or Surgical Tech?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to BabyTurtle2k11's topic in General Nursing

    I would do the LPN-RN, get some OR experience and then go for your first assist. This way, if you decide hmm maybe OR isn't what you thought it would be you have many more options as an RN. As a...

  24. How to get into the PACU as a new grad?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to al3x117's topic in General Nursing

    PACU is not a place for a new grad!! Please get some critical care experience in an ER or ICU first! In my experience PACU positions also tend to be coveted in most hospitals, so the chances of them...

  25. Am I the only one who hates 12 hour shifts?

    AnnieOaklyRN replied to jdubs99's topic in General Nursing

    I think this preference comes down to energy level and personal preference. I work 24 hours shifts as a medic and enjoy having those 5 days off, of course my job isn't nearly as constantly busy as a...