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wayunderpaid

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  1. University at Buffalo-beginning Fall 2010 class!!!

    wayunderpaid replied to natbug's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    This class follows the other one credit class mid-semester in. Basically we take a 1 cr class from in sept-oct and a 1 cr class nov-dec. They can't post both classes for the same schedule, hence the...

  2. What do schools think of a critical care float pool?

    wayunderpaid replied to iLovemyJackRT's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Old thread, but I have been float for almost 2 years and I just got accepted to a very competitive program. Float is awesome. You always have to be ready for anything, your ICU cross-training...

  3. random question.. how do you deal with the cold?

    wayunderpaid replied to vikichck's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    "Also, I know that you were just kidding, but you can't catch a cold from being subjected to cold temperatures...colds are caused by bacteria or viruses. :specs:" Thanks for that reply. This is not...

  4. University at Buffalo-beginning Fall 2010 class!!!

    wayunderpaid replied to natbug's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I am in too! Now I am freaked out....

  5. Morphine doses while dying?

    wayunderpaid replied to Medsurg Mama's topic in General Nursing

    Dosage is not too high, but every ten minutes??? It should have been a prn order, so that nurses can use their clinical judgment. Until patient dies?? This doctor is a little disturbed. I think that...

  6. A Nursing Dilemma!!!

    wayunderpaid replied to Tolos's topic in General Nursing

    Although I physician order may not be needed, if you are unfamiliar with a particular policy, it is best to err on the side of caution. Where I practice, we have lots of protocols that allow nurses...

  7. Rn retention and my ignorance

    wayunderpaid replied to youknowhowwedoit77's topic in Men in Nursing

    I have to agree with Groovy Jeff. The big problem with dissatisfaction seems to be immediate superiors, like nurse leaders, unit managers, etc. These people should be trained in HR, employee...

  8. Do you accept tips?

    wayunderpaid replied to 987!'s topic in General Nursing

    A grateful family left me a card with two 2.50 coupons for the coffee cart. I thank them. I told them that I was going to use it to buy coffee for the nursing/ancilliary staff that morning. It cost...

  9. I hate it when the male nurses on my unit...

    wayunderpaid replied to nursedudeforchrist's topic in General Nursing

    This problem seems to be related to the unique culture of your unit. Management should address it, and the male nurse should be put in his place. I have never heard that assignments should be made...

  10. Floating or closed unit?

    wayunderpaid replied to Wyo Nurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

    A couple of questions for you, 1- when you float, are you required to take a pt assignment (let's say for a specialty floor like ICU), this would be quite unsafe, especially if you are not trained or...

  11. Ativan...ETOH History...7mg IV last night? Too much?

    wayunderpaid replied to Jomo1994z71's topic in Patient Medications

    Definitely not too much. However, Valium IV (Diazepam) is a better benzo against DT because it appears to work just as well and it is easier to get people off of it once they are done with ETOH. IMHO...

  12. questioning md orders

    wayunderpaid replied to RNLola035's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    The last time I question a provider, she had order a patient with terminal CA to be NPO (patient was on calorie counts x 3 days, d/t emaciation-poor intake). She ordered 40 mg. lasix as well. I...

  13. Advice please!

    wayunderpaid replied to servicewithasmile's topic in First Year After Licensure

    How is the float pool managed at your hospital. We have what is called "flex nurse". They do take new grads, you get a full orientation in one unit, then you stay there for one 6 wk schedule. After...

  14. Advice on relocating

    wayunderpaid replied to PiPhi2004's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Most places require a 30 day notice. I would not mention the relocation grant at all. You can figure the repayment out in your head. If they mention that, then you sort it out.

  15. New Grad RN and Military Wife Frustration

    wayunderpaid replied to coastiewifern's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Regarding the comment that hospitals are spending so much money to orient people, and they are asking them to pay back if they leave?? That is ridiculous and outrageous. The reason hospitals are...

  16. risks to loose my license

    wayunderpaid replied to jess2007's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ditto to many of the above posts. Just an observation, agency nurses are often very competent. I rely on travel and agency nurses all the time. They will often be more experienced and resourceful...

  17. can someone please explain the heparin drip calculation to me?

    wayunderpaid replied to NPs4health's topic in Patient Medications

    If you look at the order it will state something of this sort: for a ptt of 80-109 sec leave rate unchanged (all you have to do is check labs). If first therapeutic dose, recheck in 6 hours, if...

  18. Work as a MA or start RN program?

    wayunderpaid replied to mena24's topic in General Nursing

    What are you planning to do with health care management? RN is always the way to go. As an RN you can get a MS in healthcare management and have many more options.

  19. Most stressful moment as a nurse: spouse on vent + decision making

    wayunderpaid replied to flaerman's topic in General Nursing

    As you mourn the tragic and sudden loss of your dear wife, may God allow you to remember the wonderful memories of times past, and keep your faith strong. I am so sorry about your loss. I would be...

  20. Can you piggyback critical meds like IV Potassium or Mag at your hospital?

    wayunderpaid replied to UM Review RN's topic in Patient Medications

    So, what kind of policy does your hosp. have with NPO pts who need electrolyte replacement? I agree with you that K-dur is the preferred method because potassium is absorbed and retained better in the...

  21. Nursing as a Science and Religious Consideration in Healthcare

    wayunderpaid replied to MQ Edna's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    OP, IMHO, nurses are not compelled to provide "religious" care to patients, but you are required to respect peoples beliefs. Some will go beyond the call of duty and pray with patients, etc. Regarding...

  22. TCU or U Penn?

    wayunderpaid replied to valerinna's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I don't know much about being a CRNA, schools or whatnot, but I have a few pieces of advice for you 1- Cost. Find out how much each cost, what the cost of living would be in the area, etc, and...

  23. Who here works overtime for the extra cash?

    wayunderpaid replied to Future-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Pay for overtime at the facility where I work varies from unit to unit. The best staffed units do no offer overtime, and if there is a shift here and there, it is paid at the paltry overtime rate (not...

  24. Spouses scheduling conflict

    wayunderpaid posted a topic in Patient Safety Issues

    What happens when spouses work in the same hosp. (different depts) and scheduling does not work? We have 2 small kids and no family around, are put to work the same night/weekend day or late shifts...

  25. Canceling a surgery because you're not comfortable w/ pt's hx.

    wayunderpaid replied to KsMICT's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Great post, even though I am not a CRNA (ICU nurse for now), htn is absolutely a risk factor. Lowering bp to fast to what is considered "normal" levels can also cause end organ damage, especially for...