openheartmary

openheartmary

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  1. Positioning aids used for extreme positions?

    openheartmary replied to justjenny's topic in Operating Room

    For extreme reverse trendelenburg such as used for bariatric surgery, we use a secured foot board, safety straps across calves, thighs; also wrap the arms on armboards with kerlex rolls. For...

  2. Lasers

    openheartmary posted a topic in Operating Room

    Any laser operators out there? Which lasers do you operate in your facility? Do you own or contract on a fee per use? Does someone in your facility act as the LSO or

  3. Emergency Room vs. Motorcycle Accident Patient

    openheartmary replied to openheartmary's topic in Emergency

    Thank you all for your input. My son's wounds look like they are getting better. He is still in severe pain, but now is manifesting other s/s. Our hospital is not designated a trauma center as you...

  4. Pay for carring the beeper

    openheartmary replied to SandraCVRN's topic in Operating Room

    9 ORs. $2.25 on call pay. No specialty pay. 1 hr. minimum

  5. Call: how often?

    openheartmary replied to bjlesm's topic in Operating Room

    Five day work weeks are not the only option. Some of our staff work 4 10's, 3 12's, 5 8's. We have three call teams: general/vascular, ortho/neuro, open heart. It depends on which team you are...

  6. How to handle an abusive surgeon?

    openheartmary replied to aquarius1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The next time you are abused at work, you file an incident report. Each and every time this surgeon behaves threateningly or abusively, write him up. Your facility will have to address his behavior....

  7. Bummed Out- Leaving OR

    openheartmary replied to Joe Nurse's topic in Operating Room

    Orientation into an OR generally is about six months. They cut your time in half. Try to hang in there. Develop your own learning plan. Keep a notepad for jotting down notes to help you, things to...

  8. Good OR orientation programs.

    openheartmary replied to blacksea pebble's topic in Operating Room

    You might also just ask your Director of OR about the med/surg requirement. Explain your desire, determination and willingness to learn along with your L/D experience. It's been my experience that...

  9. Male OR Nurse

    openheartmary replied to ib4au's topic in Operating Room

    Go for it! I agree with ewattsjt. Assignment rearrangements are utilized when necessary and appropriate. Best of luck to

  10. After 15 years - I may be one more nurse to add to the shortage

    openheartmary replied to BrokenRNheart's topic in General Nursing

    BIG HUGS TO YOU!!!!! I'm sorry things are rough for you right now. I'm going out on a limb here, but just a gut feeling I get for you. Don't leave nursing! Nursing is not just about taking care of our...

  11. After 15 years - I may be one more nurse to add to the shortage

    openheartmary replied to BrokenRNheart's topic in General Nursing

    BIG HUGS TO YOU!!!!! I'm sorry things are rough for you right now. I'm going out on a limb here, but just a gut feeling I get for you. Don't leave nursing! Nursing is not just about taking care of...

  12. Do I have to get the Hep B again?

    openheartmary replied to HartlessRedhead1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Elkpark is correct. Have your antibody titer level checked. That is what will determine whether or not you will have to retake the shots. And if necessary, getting the series of shots again is a lot...

  13. Wages in Louisville

    openheartmary replied to krazykev's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know about Louisville specifically. My opinion is that Kentucky nurses earn far less than the national average. This is especially true for areas where there are several nursing schools...

  14. Know it all scrub techs

    openheartmary replied to rbs105's topic in Operating Room

    I agree with ebear, witchy and scrubby. Those two techs sure do make for a miserable work environment. You keep standing your ground! Do not sink to their level. You are a professional. Have you...

  15. Do I stay, Do I hold, Do I run?

    openheartmary posted a topic in Operating Room

    I need ya'lls advice. I have been a registered nurse for almost 9 years. I work as a circulator in the operating room and am experienced in all specialties. I love open heart the most, that is the...

  16. Do I stay, Do I hold, Do I run?

    openheartmary replied to openheartmary's topic in Operating Room

    That's an interesting idea. Thank you very

  17. Lost and Confused.

    openheartmary replied to oceanlove112's topic in Nursing Career

    Don't quit nursing. Apply for a position somewhere else. Forewarned is forearmed. Ask questions at your interview. Be honest in your desire for a staff nurse position where you can learn and...

  18. corrections

    openheartmary replied to nikkismomlpn's topic in Correctional

    Oh my! No!!!! I would never give any meds without first being sure what it is. Do you make sure there is a doctor's order? Do you practice the Five Rights? It's your license, protect

  19. Child Restraint During Induction ?

    openheartmary replied to OR male nurse's topic in Operating Room

    As a general rule, the child is help on the lap of the person administering anesthesia. They are talked to and encouraged to "blow up the balloon". Praise is given for their "good job" and "we wonder...

  20. Do I stay, Do I hold, Do I run?

    openheartmary replied to openheartmary's topic in Operating Room

    Travelling is not an option. It may be that new faces would be refreshing, but I really think I'm wanting to learn something new. I just feel restless

  21. Foley Balloon Test

    openheartmary replied to OR male nurse's topic in Operating Room

    I always check the balloon first before inserting. I have had defective balloons that would not go down. Could be a huge problem if it was already inserted into a

  22. advise needed

    openheartmary replied to martymoose's topic in Nursing Career

    Working in the operating rooms is very exciting, and very physically demanding. Not all hospitals require circulator to be able to scrub. Also, just because you live outside the call in distance, you...