froglegs

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1. PA Line help

   froglegs posted a topic in CCU

   Could someone explain the color codes on PA lines? I am relatively new to CCU and have never seen one...small hospital out in the sticks! Thanks.

2. Okay, I got the job... now I'm nervous.

   froglegs replied to BabyNurse Kim's topic in NICU

   Kim, I made a switch about a year and a half ago from a peds unit to an adult ICU/CCU.I had been a pediatric nurse for 10 years and needed a change. Not quite the same as your situation, but culture shock just the same! My advice to you is utilize t...

3. Okay, I got the job... now I'm nervous.

   froglegs replied to BabyNurse Kim's topic in NICU

   Kim, I made a switch about a year and a half ago from a peds unit to an adult ICU/CCU.I had been a pediatric nurse for 10 years and needed a change. Not quite the same as your situation, but culture shock just the same! My advice to you is utilize t...

4. new to ICU nursing

   froglegs replied to Little One2's topic in MICU

   Hey, LittleOne2, I'm new to ICU too. I've been orienting for 3 weeks with a preceptor and have learned so much already. I'm on a small CCU/ICU- only 10 beds. I've been a nurse for 9 years, but have always done med/surg/peds. If you want, e-mail me an...

5. Info needed

   froglegs replied to froglegs's topic in CCU

   Thanks Nurse-Lou!!! Thats just the type info I've been looking for. I've always thought of myself as fairly intelligent, but all this info is blowing my little mind! Thanks again for the help.

6. Info needed

   froglegs posted a topic in CCU

   As I stated in another post, I'm new to ICU/CCU. I've got 10 years experience as a med/surg/peds nurse,but am totally out of my element at the moment. Anyone know any helpful sites or books to help me become more familiar with drips/drugs/vents and a...

7. Question about EKG's and Rhythms

   froglegs replied to 2003rn's topic in CCU

   Thanks for the great sites. I am new to ICU, but have been a nurse for 10 years. After one week, I'm beginning to wonder what the hell I've gotten myself in to. Anyone got any tips on learning vent settings and all the drugs and drips???