TX_ICU_RN

TX_ICU_RN

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  1. Procedures on DNR/DNI patients

    TX_ICU_RN replied to hell000nurse's topic in MICU, SICU

    I have only been in the ICU for a month and I am already frustrated by this issue on multiple fronts. In regards to the original post, I think the choice should be based on the condition of the...

  2. Dress Codes for the ER

    TX_ICU_RN replied to nursebrandie28's topic in Emergency

    I would discuss this with your manager before not wearing white. I would not wear white in the ER either...but I would not recommend just showing up for a shift in white. I do not think you are being...

  3. Micro at TCC

    TX_ICU_RN replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Texas Nursing

    I checked this post just to see if the instructor I had in 1994 was still there..and sure enough he is. I would STRONGLY recommend the extra drive to the NE campus to take it with Matthai. He makes...

  4. I am a Recovering Anorexic

    TX_ICU_RN replied to TX_ICU_RN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks for all of the support!! Eating disorders are so difficult to deal with anyway...and it makes it even harder that people that you should just eat, quit eating so much, and/or quit purging. I...

  5. Decisions, decisions!

    TX_ICU_RN replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I think a MSN would be more valuable to you. Being an APN opens MANY doors...then you could slowly work on you MPH (or even get your future employer to pay for

  6. "Patient" or "Client"?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    ALWAYS Patient! I went to nursing school at the point where they had just made the changeover. There is too much focus on the business aspect of healthcare as it is...I don't need any further...

  7. PICU/Pedi CVICU internships

    TX_ICU_RN replied to ECMOismygame's topic in Texas Nursing

    You probably have not found anything right now because they have already filled the internships for May/June. I would check back towards the end of the summer...they usually post the January...

  8. First Day in ICU tomorrow

    TX_ICU_RN replied to TX_ICU_RN's topic in MICU, SICU

    I know the feeling! The classroom stuff gets REALLY old after awhile. Good luck on the

  9. Anyone take an online chemistry class?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to RN007's topic in General Nursing

    The only issue you are going to run into is the lab portion. I have never found a chem class with the lab online. Here in DFW, our local community college offers sciences over the internet with labs...

  10. My feet HURT.

    TX_ICU_RN replied to lainith's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have MAJOR problems with my right foot due to an injury. The only shoes I will wear to work are Dansko

  11. New to CV ICU from NICU! Yikes

    TX_ICU_RN replied to SFRN's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I just stared in a general adult ICU that does lots of cardiac stuff. My ENTIRE background is in pedi (mostly outpatient). I had my first shift in the unit on Thursday and LOVED it. It is going to be...

  12. Bad Rep for Med Surg

    TX_ICU_RN replied to kellyskitties's topic in Medical-Surgical

    As an ICU RN, I have the highest respect for med-surg nurses. I am one of those who is ready to RUN back to my one or two patients because I am completely overwhelmed. Med-surg is an integral nursing...

  13. How do you know if it's for you?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to bridgfor428's topic in MICU, SICU

    This is what I meant by the float nurse thing. I too have the highest respect for med-surg nurses...I know that I could not do

  14. First Day in ICU tomorrow

    TX_ICU_RN replied to TX_ICU_RN's topic in MICU, SICU

    I am FINALLY able to get to the computer. I have had a crazy few days, but I finally have a day off. BTW...I live in the DFW area. I had a first night that was unbelievable! According to our...

  15. New to ICU-report sheet?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to ColleenRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    SBAR is for communicating with the MD, PA, or NP you are calling to discuss a change in your patient's status. My hospital uses it and it is a wonderful tool for this, but I would not use it for...

  16. New Graduates In The Icu?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to Aaron Catmull's topic in MICU, SICU

    I am usually all for new grads going to the ICU if they have a unit with a good internship program. However, in your hospital, I would not want anyone to go work in the ICU without at least one year...

  17. New Graduates In The Icu?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to Aaron Catmull's topic in General Nursing

    I am usually all for new grads going to the ICU if they have a unit with a good internship program. However, in your hospital, I would not want anyone to go work in the ICU without at least one year...

  18. How do you know if it's for you?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to bridgfor428's topic in MICU, SICU

    When I interviewed for my position in February, my manager asked me some very good questions and then explained after the interview what she was looking for. I have been a nurse since 1997, but my...

  19. First Day in ICU tomorrow

    TX_ICU_RN replied to TX_ICU_RN's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thanks for the support!! I hope I can make it through the night shift. I have tried to sleep today but I am so excited and nervous that it is just not going to happen. Fortunately, my PCP gave me some...

  20. I have ADHD.Can I be a nurse?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to henryswife's topic in General Nursing

    My husband has ADHD and is an EXCELLENT nurse! The most difficult part for him was getting through the didactic part of nursing school. He did awesome in clinicals, but the amount of reading and...

  21. Mandatory daytime meetings for nightshift employees

    TX_ICU_RN replied to BizzieRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I will not attend regular "mandatory" meeting if it is not scheduled at the beginning or end of my shift time...regardless of if I work days or nights (I do work nights). I am paid hourly, not on...

  22. If they're paying 50k+ out of pocket maybe they *should* expect to be waited on...?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    Ain't that the truth - that's time that not could be, but should be, spent with patients doing the little extras or perhaps helping out your co-workers! There is always something to do when you are...

  23. If they're paying 50k+ out of pocket maybe they *should* expect to be waited on...?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    As a RN who has recently spent a lot of time on the patient side, I have a stong opinion about this. Nurses should be "patient-friendly" not "customer-friendly". Here is the difference between the two...

  24. Koi Scrubs

    TX_ICU_RN replied to Ms Mischief's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    It is so funny that you bring this up...I did not know this until I was shopping with my mom recently. She told me that her mother had taught her to by skin colored bras and underwear....not white. I...

  25. Starting ICU in 1 Month...What should I study?

    TX_ICU_RN replied to TX_ICU_RN's topic in MICU, SICU

    Jemommy, When do you start? I can't believe that this month has already passed and I am gong to start work on Monday. I have not been to work in over four years...I am so excited and scared at the...