theatredork replied to APRNReneeJ's topic in Emergency
I think it's now referred to as "moderate sedation". It's just enough sedation for the patient to comfortably tolerate the procedure without heading into anesthesia
A local hospital requires that employees offer availability hours, and you don't find out until that day if they are working or not. You're required to call in every four hours until the end of your...
I'm so glad this thread discussion exists. It's old, but I found it helpful. It looks like the E-scope is the best option out there right now. I use Phonak hearing aids and have an iCom device as...
theatredork replied to MereSanity's topic in Emergency
I'm in the same situation as you if it makes you feel better! I recently switched from ICU to ER after 7 years, and I cannot tell you how many times I have left feeling like an idiot. It's...
theatredork replied to MidLifeRN2012's topic in Illinois Nursing
You can take ACLS & PALS with Chicago CPR Training | Chicago ACLS It's discounted if you buy both classes at the same time. Separately, they cost $150 each. Give Northshore a shot. They do...
I'm currently looking for a job with an ADN/ASN. It's difficult. Despite my 5+ years of solid ICU experience I'm being denied interview opportunities simply because I don't have a BSN. My...
As far as I can tell, your application gets an automatic "We regret...blah blah blah" when you fill out the online questionnaire at the of the application. If you click 'No' when it asks if you have...
I'm currently on a contract extension at a hospital. My initial contract was for 13 weeks, and was extended by the facility for an additional 13 weeks. I'm about two weeks into my extension and am...
I cannot wait to finsh my Drexel RN-to-BSN program. A lot of my BSN coursework seems to be a repeat of my associates degree coursework, but at a higher per-credit cost. Discussion board postings,...