dwoodruff RN

dwoodruff is a RN and specializes in ICU, ED, Med-Surg, Progressive Care.

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1. Acdmy Med/Surg Nsg Certification

   dwoodruff replied to vinni's topic in Med-Surg

   Certification is a personal and professional accomplishment. According to a research study by the ANA, certified nurses reported: -More confidence -Better collaborative relationships with physicians and peers -Fewer errors and adverse patient effect...

2. Oximetry questions

   dwoodruff replied to Kiwi's topic in MICU

   Ether, SpO2: what you read off the pulse oximetry machine (pulse oximetry oxygen saturation). Normal is 95-100%. SvO2: oxygen saturation in central venous blood (it's like the SaO2 of venous blood). Normal is 75%. If you subtract the SvO2 from the...

3. Midlife Career Change - Need Advice!

   dwoodruff replied to alphafe's topic in Career Support

   I taught students that ranged from 18 to 65 years-old. "Too old" is an excuse for not pursuing your goals. Some of my best students were over 40. If this has been a dream of yours, do it no matter what the obstacles. There are plenty of great care...

4. If ONE more person tells me......

   dwoodruff replied to SnowymtnRN's topic in Emergency

   The only advantage I can think of is to be able to care for the patient who drives up to the ER with injuries requiring spinal stabilization. Nurses are not taught to extricate patients from vehicles, so there might be an advantage there. However, t...

5. If ONE more person tells me......

   dwoodruff replied to SnowymtnRN's topic in Emergency

   Frankly, I'm surprised. I've heard of flight nurses needing EMT training. That makes sense, since they do scene runs. But ER nurses needing EMT training??? Get your resume together and focus on your rapid assessment skills (that you may have learn...

6. anyone else changing careers to go into nursing?

   dwoodruff replied to amyrae76's topic in Career Support

   Its terrible to be stuck in a job you hate. Nursing has SO much to offer, I saw go for it! You definately will not be bored, and the opportunities for lateral moves or advancement are endless. I never regret my decision to go into nursing. Good lu...

7. Why do you get continuing education?

   dwoodruff posted a topic in General Nursing

   I've heard that nurses only get continuing education to meet state requirements for licensure. I don't think that this is the case, but I wanted to ask others. Why do you pursue continuing education?

8. Certification

   dwoodruff posted a topic in General Nursing

   Are many nurses certified in their specialty area?

9. Should I drop the Certification?

   dwoodruff replied to VaMedic's topic in CRNA

   If it is not too much trouble, I would recommend keeping the Paramedic Certification. It won't help you get into school, but it leaves doors open to other job opportunities (ie. flight nursing, critical care transport, monitor tech, etc) I let mine ...

10. Suddenly in a panic................

    dwoodruff replied to JuicyJem's topic in General Students

    I don't think that walking off a job is very professional. Next time, follow standard procedure of two weeks written notice, etc. However, are you lost forever? NO! Spend some time thinking about what things you like about nursing and be more care...

11. What are the Most Common Emergencies in Long-Term Care?

    dwoodruff posted a topic in Geriatric

    I have been asked to put together some educational materials about how to handle common emergencies in long-term care. However, my current practice is hospital-based. Can any of you folks help me out here? I would like to know "What are the 5 most ...

12. Kind Nurses

    dwoodruff replied to nrw350's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for sharing another great story of the care provided by a loving professional. There are still many nurses who provide kind and respectful care to all their patients. I know some nurses are burned-out and rude, but so are cashiers, lawyers, ...

13. survey: Do you plan on furthering your nursing education?

    dwoodruff replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    My personal philosophy is to continue my education until the day I die. I am currently working on my PhD, but will continue to persue education beyond that. I got the BSN for a job. I got the MSN for a different job. Now, I am completing the PhD f...

14. Yikes! Another bad observation at an LTC facility

    dwoodruff replied to eddy's topic in Geriatric

    eddy, I want to thank you for doing the best you could do in that tough situation and for reporting that nursing home. I was always taught to consider: If it were my father in that home... Though your actions were tough, and may get tougher. You wi...

15. Common Emergencies in Long-term Care

    dwoodruff posted a topic in General Nursing

    What are the most common emergencies in long term care? Please post your responses in the poll above or e-mail me at [email protected]. Thanks in advance. David Woodruff, MSN, RN, CNS, CCRN Ed4Nurses, Inc. Nursing Continuing Education