Our perinatologist has instituted a new pp pit protocal over the the last year or so. 40 units of pitocin in 500 cc D5LR to run in wide open after a c-section. 30 units in 500 cc D5LR over 30 minutes...
EMAR is a decent application in world where most of the meds are scheduled and non emergent. It also helps to have a pharmacy staff adequate enough to meet the demands EMAR puts on that department. I...
I think the process of maintaining the certification with CEUs helps a professional nurse keep current in her profession. The certification is not a way of saying you are smarter than anyone else but...
I obtained my OB certification this spring. I did it for self fullfillment. Our hospital paid for the exam and gave us a 500.00 bonus. Now our facility is launching a professional ladder that includes...
dnellnelson replied to tamrnmomof4's topic in Ob/Gyn
Refusing to admit truly elective procedure on a busy day should be carried out as a last resort. You have to maintain patient safety. I would hate to see someone throw a temper tantrum to get "one...
dnellnelson replied to tamrnmomof4's topic in Ob/Gyn
How many MB beds do you have? Do you have a triage, if so how many patients come through there per month? 8 nurses to take care of 9 LDRs, 8 antepartum , and surgical cases sounds very low. What is...
dnellnelson replied to tamrnmomof4's topic in Ob/Gyn
Our unit has been trying to develop a protocol for all scheduled procedures. Currently we limit inductions to 6. There are 8 slots. 2 of each, MN, 5:30am, 730am,and 9:30am. When we have six slots...
I need input on how to limit or not limit scheduled procedures. These include inductions, c-sections, BTLs, and cerclages. We even occassionally schedule Baby Eye laser procedures. We deliver about...