Erin RN

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  1. New Grads in the ED (?)

    Erin RN replied to Evelyn2003's topic in Emergency

    I didn' t realize someone could obtain their TNCC prior to becoming an RN. When I did the class, we had a few that "audited it" since they were not RNs yet but they weren't allowed to get the...

  2. Any Life care planners???

    Erin RN replied to Erin RN's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Mazzi CCM is Certified Case Manager..I currently do workers compensation case management so that will be the next certification to "tackle". Eventually I am thinking I would like to do independent...

  3. Any Life care planners???

    Erin RN replied to Erin RN's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    Frances What was the certification test like??? There is so much info, what should I focus on as I am going through my studies?? Thanks!! I have to do the CCM next, I have the CLNC..:)

  4. New Grads in the ED (?)

    Erin RN replied to Evelyn2003's topic in Emergency

    As an addendum to my last post... Melanie was asking about if she teched in the ICU prior to grad would she be ready..absolutely!! I was only thinking about those new grads that I worked with in the...

  5. New Grads in the ED (?)

    Erin RN replied to Evelyn2003's topic in Emergency

    "I think the issues that we see are the realities are nursing education these days as well as healthcare's state and are blamed on the new grad. It isn't the inexperience that someone didnt find an...

  6. Dilantin Infiltration

    Erin RN replied to Moho's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the previous poster..Dilantin in a hand!!?? Big no no!! Hope you are on the mend!!

  7. Hippa and work comp

    Erin RN posted a topic in Case Management

    Hi I recently had a situation which I would like some input on: I was referred a "possible" comp claim by an employer who lives out of state The claimant had, had either a stroke while driving long...

  8. Quick Question

    Erin RN replied to mcg02's topic in General Nursing

    What was the neuros dx? I would follow up with the neuro about the continued sx. They could be from the med..my mom takes diamox..she has Menieres disease. I would guess the sx could also be from...

  9. Accepted!

    Erin RN replied to Bamadawg's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    :) How

  10. Quick Question

    Erin RN replied to mcg02's topic in General Nursing

    MCG..you have never had a shunt placed, have you? Just curious since they can become occluded which results in increased CSF and pressure. Other conditions that can cause increased CSF fluid and...

  11. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    When you buy a motorcycle, the first time you ride it is advisable that you wear a helmet and that it preferably not be raining - however the rain does make it more exciting (as does not wearing a...

  12. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    Look at the bright side..no chance of procreating using a wooden

  13. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    You guessed it..I told her they make items which are much more user friendly for that activity..she calmly said, "I know thats what my mom keeps telling me"...she was

  14. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    Aren't we all just a plethora of good advice?? We should all collaborate and either write a book: " Regular People, Dumb Choices" or perhaps a daily desk calendar : "DAILY SAFETY TIPS" A...

  15. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    Man was not meant to fly... He probably will never stop trying

  16. Where's a pretty place to live?

    Erin RN replied to Dixen81's topic in General Nursing

    I am with Bob...Of course, I am partial since I was born and raised here. We are surounded by lakes, rivers and Mtns..we have fall, winter, spring and summer. Cost of living is relatively low..you can...

  17. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    Never take your goldfish out of the bowl and play with it on your tummy because it my "accidently" swim up your lady parts. I Hate it when that

  18. diabetic nurse educator

    Erin RN replied to krisssy's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    There is a certification examination to make you a CDE...I am not sure what type of qulifications you need to have in order to sit for it? http://www.aadenet.org/ Here is the website of the...

  19. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    P RN Yep the rattler one got me..to add to the story.. After the baby rattler has bitten your friend and he throws it to you, DON'T Try to catch it! And to EMS: NEVER bring the baby rattler into the...

  20. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    I can only guess that would hurt..here are a couple more Never walk in front of your brother when he is practicing his golf swing. (Very sad outcome on that one) Never beat your 2 yr old child...

  21. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    Erin RN replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    Never throw a baby rattle snake in the front of the pickup to take home with you. Never drink Pinesol Never soak towels in bleach then lay them on your legs for hours Never let a...

  22. Online RN to BSN Programs

    Erin RN replied to Cqc_Cqb's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The OP was aking about RN to BSN programs though. I don't have my BSN but if I ever decided it was something I wished to pursue after 13 yrs of being an RN, in mostly critical care..why in the world...

  23. Please help me with a decision

    Erin RN replied to guest27716's topic in Nursing Career

    An RN license will give you much more as far as varied avenues in which to practice. I originally started college with the intent of being a dental hygienist, probably because my good friend was one....

  24. HIPPA LAW pertains to wcomp injuries?

    Erin RN replied to Keysnurse2008's topic in Case Management

    By the way..your last post to me sounds somewhat hostile and I clearly suprised since I only tried to forward you the information that I have on work comp and HIPAA. The reason why I am questioning...

  25. HIPPA LAW pertains to wcomp injuries?

    Erin RN replied to Keysnurse2008's topic in Case Management

    File a complaint against your nurse manager, she should not have shared that information with your charge... :)