nurse2033 MSN, RN

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    Salary talk

    nurse2033 replied to jgl0813's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Most hospitals in the Denver metro area I believe use a formula for the number of years of nursing you have. They might have a narrow range of leeway. I would flatly ask if they use a formula and what...
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    Any guys pursuing nursing for future wife

    nurse2033 replied to Big_Mike's topic in Male Nursing Students

    No.
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    Reservists with Civilian RN jobs

    nurse2033 replied to Corpsman2OncRN's topic in Government, Military

    It's easy, you tell your employer when you are on orders or have drill, and they suck it up. They are also not allowed to make you use vacation time, or make up the shifts. That said, you should go...
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    Lidocaine infusion for pain

    nurse2033 replied to nurse2033's topic in Emergency

    Nitrous is good for wound cleaning and painful procedures. It is on hold for now due to equipment
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    Is this a HIPAA violation?

    nurse2033 replied to Unicornnurse's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Sounds like no. As long as it didn't include any medical information like a diagnosis, there was no private information
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    Violating HIPAA?

    nurse2033 replied to FuturePN's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Did they mention the lice by
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    The Schemas of Emergency Nursing

    nurse2033 posted a topic in Emergency

    As an ED Educator I am frequently tasked with training nurses who are new to the Emergency Room. It is true that every nursing unit has their own culture, practices, and sometimes jargon. But, it...
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    Best reference book for ICU nurse cross training to ED?

    nurse2033 replied to DesertSky's topic in Emergency

    Agree!
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    Addicts in the ED

    nurse2033 replied to amyjm333's topic in Emergency

    At my ED we are just embarking on a new project to decrease narcotic use in the ED. Safe injection and needle exchanges are a part of the program. There is ethically no way to withhold advocacy for...
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    Forensic nurses are often called to court..

    nurse2033 replied to raindrop's topic in Forensic

    However, many SANE cases are plead out without a full trial. Many times the SANE evidence is so compelling the suspect knows that a trial would be a
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    Forensic nurses are often called to court..

    nurse2033 replied to raindrop's topic in Forensic

    Yes, in my community it is $80 per hour. Since it is work related, you would be excused from work if court conflicted. If court is on an off day, you still need to
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    Femur fracture traction

    nurse2033 replied to Alexandra1998's topic in Emergency

    HARE traction still good. No protocol, just common sense. Do you have the right splints
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    Confidentiality

    nurse2033 replied to Arghn's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Your impression is incorrect. The directory of the hospital is NOT protected by HIPAA unless the patient chooses to be confidential. Any further information about them, except their general condition,...
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    Navy Reserve Nursing

    nurse2033 replied to soeyutoy's topic in Government, Military

    If you need education to do your job, they will give it to you. You can commission on your BSN. If the recruiter is not a healthcare recruiter I wouldn't give them a lot of credence, they will just...
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    Tired of the Stereotypes of Medics and EMTs

    nurse2033 replied to KeekesRenea's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was a paramedic to RN. Accept it. Most people have no idea what the capabilities of EMS are. Put your energy into showing them what an awesome NURSE you can be. It's like fighting racism. You can...
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    EEK! First inservice as a Staff Development Coordinator!

    nurse2033 replied to nursejcarrie's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I hope you have some education in adult educational practices. Really use that to develop effective education. The most important thing is that the education is meaningful. Selling the "why" is...
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    faculty not practicing as staff nurse

    nurse2033 replied to JaxJax5423's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I do this also. If I am able, I attend all codes, full traumas, and emergent patients. I lend a hand until the situation is stable, then get out of the way. This helps me to learn from the A team, and...
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    Nurse educator position

    nurse2033 replied to MOliRN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Hmmmmmm... I disagree. Both experience and personality are very much needed. And I don't mean just experience in your area, but also with teaching. I would wait until after your MSN program. I doubled...
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    Having a hard time saying 'no' to working overtime

    nurse2033 replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Just say "no thanks". No elaboration, just let the silence hang there uncomfortably until they close the conversation. No one ever asks "why?", but if they do, make it game to come up with the most...
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    Flight gear and tips

    nurse2033 replied to jjphoenix's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Don't wear anything made out of plastic like spandex, polypropylene, fleece, and the like. All you underclothes should be natural fibers. Natural fibers won't melt onto you if something bad happens....
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    Nursery RN

    nurse2033 replied to gmccabe's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    HIPAA works under a "need to know" principle. You are authorized to review the chart to the extent you need to
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    Northern Remote to ED?

    nurse2033 replied to OptimisticRN376's topic in Emergency

    The ratio of acuity to patient numbers might be the same, but you won't get the wide variety or sheer volume. Your best bet is to be a continual learner, kick ass at your current job, and take every...
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    TNCC and CEN

    nurse2033 replied to mickeyrose912's topic in Emergency

    That all sounds good. I'm a big fan of Sheehy's book published by ENA. This will really prepare you for CEN, oh and your job.
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    How long you push emergency drugs during codes

    nurse2033 replied to Kaitef0716's topic in Emergency

    What an awesome cocktail!! Don't forget lifesaving
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    HIPAA and TV

    nurse2033 replied to amoLucia's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Plus the news media is not a covered entity and not subject to