Did any of you read, hear about, see on t.v., the report last week that ranked Texas 3rd lowest in the country ? I could hardly believe it. I think they said Mississippi and Arkansas, or was it...
passing thru replied to 1964RNfromTX's topic in Texas Nursing
Sorry to take so long to get back on this thread. I have been very very busy trying to keep cool in this coastal heat and humidity. Well, guess this thread just goes to show there aren't any...
I lived in a small town once....same as yours. The locals said they ""wouldn't take their dog there !"" Now, 30 years later, it is considered one of the best in the state and receives all kinds of...
Has anyone been hearing anything about these drugs having the side effect , a rather common side effect it seems, of a- fib ?? I saw something about it on t.v. , but wasn't able to watch the full...
passing thru replied to SICU Queen's topic in MICU, SICU
SICU Queen : Well written. I hear your pain and disappointment. It is sad. I can identify with your feelings when you write of giving 1000 % and the return is zilch. I spent 11 years in SICU and...
I am considering a first colonoscopy........................check-up reasons. But, I have heard some comments and even read a couple that said - - - probes are not always as sterile as they should...
passing thru replied to passing thru's topic in General Nursing
No, no degree from Utah. Currently licensed in Texas and planning a move to St. George area or Las Vegas area. St. George is in the midst of all that natural beauty. I love hiking . The IHC...
I Was Just Reading The Prayer Thread Posted Today....and It Was Written About A Desperate Shortage There. Does Anyone Know If This Is True? And, If True, What Is Accounting For It ? I'd Love To Work...
passing thru replied to jacque7305's topic in General Nursing
Always ask ! Always ask either a friendly, helpful, and approachable nurse, or your charge nurse. It is so much easier for all the staff (and your patients,) if you ask first . It is ten times more...
passing thru replied to cuz_i_can's topic in General Nursing
I worked with a nurse about seven years ago who was accused of abusing a patient. The nurse was fired. EVERYONE on the unit knew she was innocent. She was the best nurse. But, she was an older...
ANY WORDS OF ADVICE ? Is it really a "" piece of cake"" as I am hearing ? How long before you were able to return to work? Any complications ? I've heard people (and some nurses) say "" If I need my...