SnowieRN

I dont think hep B would be a problem. Most people are Vaccinated against it these days, and needle sticks have other things to worry about. If people with HIV can practice, im sure you can too :)

Please tell my the Tammy Faye nurse isent real :stone Talk about a clash of personalities.. I would be insane after working with someone like that

Here you go..everyone that was interested.. I think this may be my new major next semester :) I-CVT... The invasive Cardiovascular Technologist is a medical professional who is highly skilled and trained in the applied science of invasive cardiovascular technology with experience in all aspects of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures and who has demonstrated proficiency and knowledge through a credentialing examination. Academic training in the science of invasive cardiovascular technology includes: a bachelor of science degree, an associate of science degree from a two year course of study, or a certification of completion awarded from a hospital, trade or technical cardiovascular educational program. All of which have been accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) or an equivalently accredited allied health or science degree with practical experience. Confirmation of educational preparation, knowledge, and competence is evidenced by the achievement of professional credentials in invasive technology. The invasive Cardiovascular Technologist position generally requires working in a Cardiac Cath Lab or Special Procedures Lab. The Cardiac Cath Lab provides professional cardiovascular care to the patient undergoing cardiac evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for cardiovascular disease known or suspected or for cardiac anomalies. In this setting, the procedures require either puncture or incision of an artery or vein which is used to thread a thin catheter that will traverse the vessel and position itself in the heart. This position requires high levels of understanding of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, radiation, physics and safety, as well as radiological imaging and positioning. Accuracy in waveform and hemodynamic analysis and measurement, preparing and administering medications, acquiring a viable image and proper sterile procedure are all prerequisites for a person in this position. The credential awarded to the invasive cardiovascular technologist, upon completion of the invasive registry examination is Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).

I missed it last night, thought I was taping it but the tape ran out Anyone know when it re-runs?

Why dont you just goto PA school if your so worried about having to be an RN before an NP? Im not sure Id want an NP working on me that had no field experience.

Accelerated BSN is a year if you have another previous Bachelors.. I think.

I never knew there was an ANA until I read it on these boards. Why arent nurses just part of the AMA?

What do graduating male nurses get? We just don't get any show headgear?

As someone on this board said (and this is my fav quote these days) "all those classes in between bed-pan changing classes are just there to take up time." Nurses don't know anything but how to change bedtimes, give little cups of pills, and fluff pillows.. remember?!

My AP class is all lecture notes.. he gives them in class and we write em down. Never crack a book in his class. His lab however, is something be feared. 2 tests ALL year (and its comming up next week) and he says he will get material from the lab excersise, the lab manual, AND the AP book

So I guess im the only one that didnt see it as racist. There might be other reasons behind it. If I had a patient and I walked in and the man said "I dont want a gay male nurse" I would think "ok, I can see where this guy is comming from.." and I would accept it as making him uncomfortable, not as him being particularly rude toward me. Make your patient comfortable!!

Uh.. isent that the family's perogative? If I walked in and said I didnt want female employee's working on me.. that would be my choice as well? Im sorry I just dont see why everything has to be turned into a racist comment, when its his choice.

I started watching it.. but it made me so mad.. that story about the girl that thought she had cancer, and had all that surgery only to find out she didnt have it. I guess Im part of the "thankful" group.. Id be more thankful that I had never had cancer, and had all that surgery, than worrying about sueing the doctor/hospital for it.

That is a hard question... Is there anything else you can do to keep your bills down? Maybe you could just withdrawl from a few courses, and goto work more, but change school to part-time.

Thats basically what my family told me.. sadly "I cant believe your going to goto college with your grades and your brains just to be a nurse." Its sad.. but alot of people think very lowly of RNs.