GoECU

GoECU

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  1. New grad in correctional nursing

    GoECU replied to jasails's topic in Correctional

    Prison nursing is a different kind of nursing. You have to be cautious in how you interact with inmates. Inmates will manipulate, you can't always believe what they say. Trust your assessment...

  2. Worst doctors orders ever received

    GoECU replied to jenfromjersey's topic in Emergency

    ED doc ordered d/c instructions for post-cath patient: "Do not drive for 2 days." What's so funny about this is the patient is an inmate in a prison...Don't drive what? His wheelchair? We all got a...

  3. Most Common LTC Meds?

    GoECU replied to CharleeJo.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    aricept and

  4. How many times do you try to start an IV before calling in reinforcements?

    GoECU replied to belgarion's topic in General Nursing

    I work in prison and I would not even try 11 times! One or two for

  5. What happens when a max security inmate is unconscious in their cell?

    GoECU replied to stephied's topic in Correctional

    I agree, safety first. I work in a close custody facility with 1000 inmates. I always remind myself that they did some bad things to get there, so I try to be extra cautious. I am going to give...

  6. So I am sitting here...

    GoECU replied to Tait's topic in Nursing Humor

    :lol2::lol2:I can't help but

  7. New grand LPN contemplating working at a prison

    GoECU replied to srleslie's topic in Correctional

    I worked for a hospital for 6 months as a new grad and then began working at the all male prison I am working at now. I love it. It is so less stressful than the hospital. I've learned a lot and...

  8. New Nurse & New to Night Shift. Need Advice!

    GoECU replied to OBGYN*RN's topic in General Nursing

    I love night shifts. I feel like I actually have time to think things through and can give the best patient care that I

  9. Am I Being Unreasonable?

    GoECU replied to tencat's topic in General Nursing

    run...run far

  10. Accepted my 3rd shift job offer today!

    GoECU posted a topic in Correctional

    I'm so excited to be starting fresh as a Corrections Nurse on 3rd shift! Does anyone have any advice for me being new to this

  11. what should i do?

    GoECU replied to shuubie's topic in General Nursing

    I totally understand. I was a new grad last year and I worked in the hospital for 6 months...I was stressed out and miserable. The good thing about nursing is there are so many areas you can work...

  12. More Questions/Prayers Needed

    GoECU replied to elizabeth8503RN's topic in General Nursing

    I'll be praying for her...and sending good thoughts your way

  13. Have you been pepper sprayed?

    GoECU posted a topic in Correctional

    At the DOC that I work with we would be able to carry pepper spray at work if we get sprayed ? Would you do this in order to have some extra protection or do you feel safe enough without it to pass...

  14. slow code?

    GoECU replied to pbmnms2's topic in General Nursing

    You did the right thing, even though this patient should be a DNR, he wasn't so you do what you have too...whether you agree with it or

  15. Have you been pepper sprayed?

    GoECU replied to GoECU's topic in Correctional

    Thanks for the replies, I've decided not to do it...I just found out I'm

  16. Made it through my first week!

    GoECU replied to Chaoticdreams33's topic in Correctional

    Congrats on making it through your first week! I will start on this coming Monday. I am excited and nervous! Hope things continue to go

  17. My husband is in a Calif Prison! I have an interview ~HELP~

    GoECU replied to nightnurseLVN2300's topic in Correctional

    I don't see a problem with it if it is at a different

  18. Is It Bad To Ask For Help When Caring For a Heavy Patient?

    GoECU replied to HappyMeNow's topic in General Nursing

    You are doing the right thing by asking for help. There is no need to hurt yourself when there is people around and willing to

  19. Lost it at Work

    GoECU replied to skittlebear's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. You need to take care of yourself for your safety and the safety of the

  20. Do you guys really hate nursing this much?

    GoECU replied to damaranicole's topic in General Nursing

    I love nursing and I'm proud to be in this profession. There are days that I just can't wait to get away from the chaos, but most of the time I really enjoy what I'm doing. Nursing is such a...

  21. How do you wear your hair for work?

    GoECU replied to ChasingRain's topic in General Nursing

    I just pull it up in a ponytail and forget about

  22. Night shift duty is it better than days???

    GoECU replied to stylishgurl's topic in General Nursing

    I love working nights! Like others have said, it is less chaotic and there is no administration coming around asking if all your IV bags and lines are labeled in the middle of your med

  23. Please help with case study for Nursing School

    GoECU replied to Ireynolds87's topic in General Students

    Good eye dura

  24. Ethical dilema? Yes/No? What to do?

    GoECU posted a topic in General Nursing

    I don't know what to do. I accepted an offer for a correctional nursing position (signed the paperwork today). I won't get a start date for another 2-4 weeks. Then, later today I was called to...

  25. Favorite Dr or Nurse Name

    GoECU replied to sethmctenn's topic in Nursing Humor

    Dr. Sharts Dr. Brilliant Both true! I laugh to myself every time I hear their names