nurse2033 MSN, RN

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    New Grad Med Error in ED

    nurse2033 replied to Newgradacutern's topic in Emergency

    I would say this is a good lesson. As as nurse you want the patient to have what they need. But, your employer did not provide the tools you need (all too common). Next time, don't hang the infusion...
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    Calculating Gov RN Pay Scale

    nurse2033 replied to medivac618's topic in Government, Military

    The VA uses a GS system similar to rank pay in the military. You want to know what GS you would be. I'm not expert but it seems you need a BSN to qualify for the lowest level. Try searching for...
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    Suicide screening

    nurse2033 replied to Samantha Falkowski's topic in Emergency

    I have, at various times in my career, screened for suicidality, domestic abuse, and alcohol abuse. I have never had a patient who was there for another reason report abuse or suicide. You can't...
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    Can we talk about the Travel Nurse Cap?!

    nurse2033 replied to CardiTeleRN's topic in General Nursing

    My jaw dropped when I heard this. First, the idea to provide nursing to underserved areas by capping pay is the opposite of how it works. Nurses would leave states that cap pay and go to states that...
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    Becoming an Air Force Nurse in DETAIL

    nurse2033 replied to thedancingnurse's topic in Government, Military

    Sorry I'm not black so I can't help you with that part. Benefits are good but you pay for that with your time. Now putting in time and effort benefits you personally as well, at least that's how I see...
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    Looking to join the national guard.

    nurse2033 replied to Mindy Sue's topic in Government, Military

    You will need your BSN to apply but not to find a job. I would recommend you contact the unit where you want to work. They can facilitate recruitment. Reserve and Guard are roughly equivalent in their...
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    Medical Missions

    nurse2033 replied to DFoustRN's topic in General Nursing

    I've done a number of mission trips in Nicaragua and Haiti. On the surface it is a feel-good opportunity but there is discussion about the ethics of these types of swoop and save missions. You spend a...
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    Current Pay in Colorado area?

    nurse2033 replied to pjlovesnursing's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Pay is relatively low in Colorado. I think you could expect mid 20s per hour. Childrens is one of the best employers. I haven't worked there but everyone who does loves it. Otherwise, it's mostly...
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    Skills Lab, Creative ideas?

    nurse2033 replied to Ashley Lynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Make a mess. I have heavily utilized Halloween props and supplies. Fake blood is cheap and effective. You can get all kinds of fake wounds, and I've used rubber hearts for open thoracotomies. Good...
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    Homicide Investigation

    nurse2033 replied to ernurse5300's topic in Forensic

    I attended the St. Louis Univ Homicide investigation course (5 days). It was mostly homicide detectives but there were a few forensic nurses. A few of them had carved out unique positions, one I think...
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    How do you get called in?

    nurse2033 replied to Johnnyappleseed's topic in General Nursing

    Whatever she does, make sure she puts it in writing via email how best to contact
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    What are the types of people that should and should not become flight nurses?

    nurse2033 replied to anjoku13's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Well let's start with peopel who don't like to fly. Or anyone that can't face the ever present possiblity of unplanned landings. When they issue you fireproof clothing, that should be a clue that bad...
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    Marching Band Nurse

    nurse2033 replied to Nurse Velasco's topic in Emergency

    Well I've been both in the marching band, and as medical standby for everything from rodeos, to the Bolder Boulder, to polo matches, to Burning Man, and once to a horse rescue. I would bone up on heat...
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    Paramedic looking for a career change...

    nurse2033 replied to NYCNative21's topic in General Students

    I am an EMT turned paramedic turned nurse turned commissioned officer. If you like helping people nursing is great. There are so many options. I still work in Emergency care so it is immediate and...
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    Paramedic looking for a career change...

    nurse2033 replied to NYCNative21's topic in General Students

    Agree, once you are a PA, or a nurse, or a NP, you can commision at almost any reasonable age. The Air Force is 48 for medical practitioners, and they will waiver older (although I believe the AF has...
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    Checking consciousness by touching the patient?

    nurse2033 replied to PMHNP2023's topic in Emergency

    Of course, you would be negligent if you didn't. You can give a brief trial of talking to them, then "Annie are you OK?" shaking, then pulse check. It is your duty to identify and treat any life...
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    Male SANE ?

    nurse2033 replied to EKUGRAD's topic in Forensic

    I am male and trained as a SANE but couldn't work the schedule. I am aware of a few others around the country. There is evidence that a positive male interaction following a sexual trauma can be...
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    When you hear the word "nurse," do you think male or female?

    nurse2033 replied to OldDude's topic in Men in Nursing

    I correct my director every time she refers to a nurse in the female. I say, "you mean his or her", and she rolls her eyes every time. This have been going on for
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    Patients that interfere with another patient's medical treatment

    nurse2033 replied to Mandy2016's topic in Emergency

    Oh for the old days. I work with a nurse who told me this. They would sometimes suture a patient's ear to the bed sheet so they wouldn't get up. True story, (granted this was a long time ago...)....
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    Flight nursing in reserves

    nurse2033 replied to Jwhitfield9's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Yes you can be a FN in the Air Force Reserves or Guard. Your experience would be valued. You would need at least a BSN to commission though. Patient acuity is low but the mission is great....
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    CVICU to ER

    nurse2033 replied to JessRNBSN's topic in Emergency

    As for switching units, you will need to massivelly adjust your workflow. I tell new people, there is no later. You do it now, chart it now, because you will turn around and someone has discharged...
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    What to do?

    nurse2033 replied to ScaredRN's topic in Emergency

    Continue applications for both. Accept the one you want. If you get two offers, choose the best. Good
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    Reserve Bonus

    nurse2033 replied to OUxPhys's topic in Government, Military

    Flight nursing just offered a retention bonus but don't know if there is a hiring
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    I need help making this decision and its urgent!

    nurse2033 replied to harmonylove28's topic in Government, Military

    Love these recruiters... I think she is saying the age limit is your age to get you to sign. The Air Force age limit is 48 for medical specialties like nursing. I'm a commissioned officer and I don't...
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    Aspiring Army Nurse. Suggestions?

    nurse2033 replied to darren_callcareer18's topic in Government, Military

    I applaud your interest in serving but Pixie is right. You can't commission until you are a citizen. Your recruiter flat out lied I would say. They have no reason to change your MOS nor could they....