NabiRN

NabiRN BSN, RN

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  1. The final is actually easier than the individual exams. The Laser module really scared me and I thought the final would be as difficult. I wouldn't even study for
  2. Circulators

    I am writing a paper on labor relations and policy. Is anyone out there who work in states that do not require a RN circulator in the room for each procedure? If yes, what is your experience like?...
  3. Is it me?

    Well, it is not you. OR is a tough place for new nurses who do not have experience in the operating room. Many tough personalities in the operating room. I don't know why the operating room attracts...
  4. turnover times

    Had a very good discussion on the AST.org board. Where I used to work, I scrubbed a lot of eye cases. The turnover time is about 5 minutes. The cleaning crew does not come to clean the room. The...
  5. Brand Spanking New OR Nurse

    If I go to ER or Med/Surg, I would feel the same way. We have many nurses from other areas and they are doing just fine. As long as you are a team player and willing to learn and work hard, you will...
  6. New grad RN with assoc degree surgical tech

    Your scrub experience will be helpful. However, it seems like you went directly from scrub school to nursing school without actually working as a scrub tech. Some hospitals may expect more from you...
  7. Don't want go get to ahead of myself, but

    Great idea. You will have access to the AORN web site as well and read past AORN journal
  8. scrubbing AAA

    This message is a little bit late since you probably have already scrubbed the case. You can go to AST.org (Association of Surgical Technologists) and do a search on their web site for articles....
  9. How exactly do you become an OR nurse?

    You will find lots of info here: https://allnurses.com/operating-room-nursing/ Good
  10. Just got hired!!

    I just finished 11 months of orientation at a Level II trauma center with 25 OR's. I run my own room now and I can't believe how much I have learned. Here's my advice: 1. Don't argue whether you are...
  11. Documenting Implants

    Smith and Nephew has lot #'s on plates but not the screws. I like the idea of keeping track of lot number from autoclave (I don't think we do that
  12. My wife is having a Whipple!!!!

    I can understand that this is scary for your family. The most important person in your team is the surgeon. As others said, you need to to do some research to find a surgeon with lots of experience...
  13. Do most OR's use scrub tech's?

    Originally Posted by WitchyRN I don't look down on techs, I used to be one. I just ask for the same courtesy from the techs I work with...one of them that I work with closely is always putting the...
  14. I am at the end of my OR orientation and have worked with many different preceptors. I was a preceptor when I was a certified surgical technologist (CST). I find that many RNs who were CSTs are a lot...
  15. New grad salary in Boston hospitals?

    Caritas is a network of hospitals and each hospital offers a different pay scale. St. Eliz in Brighton offers $27.75/hr as starting pay plus differentials. Norwood is also a Caritas hospital and the...
  16. I dream of the OR...

    Dreamed of getting called in while I was on call ... Then I woke up and realized that I was in bed ..OMG -- I miss the call. Checked my beeper and there were no messages, check my phone and there...
  17. When I interviewed for my current job, my manager said she is considering putting a contract in writing since she lost many peri-op 101 trainees in less than 2 years. She told me it costs her about...
  18. Surgical Technologists Taking Over Nursing Roles?

    I scrubbed for 4 years as a CST before becoming a nurse. In many ways, the surgical technologist focuses on the technology. Even though everyone advocates for the patient, the circulating nurse's...
  19. Yet another burnout thread

    Love your post. I am in the 7th month of my orientation .... everyday ... I ask why these people so strange .. nice one hour and totally crazy the next. I have worked in the OR as a CST and still have...
  20. Needing advice and help

    I am also going through orientation. Some preceptors can explain better than others. In addition, in some cases, there's really no time to explain things thoroughly because there are so many things to...
  21. Salary at MGH

    I heard the salary at MGH is not so great when compared to other Boston hospitals. Don't forget to factor in parking, transportation, and other logistics. However, you go to MGH for the experience....
  22. Poll: Does your O.R. have RN's working 11pm-7am?

    Level II trauma. Yes, we have people working around the
  23. 1st nursing job - OR or NICU?

    "I know that the OR doesn't offer alot of opportunities for therapeutic communication and teaching which I know I am good at, but it does offer a lot of learning interesting new things. " Your quote...
  24. OR can be a harsh environment. You do need thick skin to survive but it does not mean you have to be harsh to others. Unfortunately, many people in the OR have become that way. You should try to get...
  25. Laparoscopic Screens

    There are sterile covers for lap screens and hybrid cases. Of course, they are not used all the time. I am not sure what's the cost of the covers. You proabably can do a search. If you think about it,...