PAERRN20

PAERRN20

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  1. Is the job market better for paramedics then for nurses?

    PAERRN20 replied to DanainOrlando's topic in Nursing Career

    In my ER techs need a HS diploma or GED. Sometimes they are CNA's or enrolled in nursing school, but not always. I would apply for an ER tech job if you want to do ER. I love my

  2. Leave BA degree off my resume?

    PAERRN20 replied to Sensoria17's topic in General Nursing

    No way! You worked for that degree. It shows that you are intelligent and committed to learning. Also, sociology is pertinent to nursing. Those skills come in

  3. Fake Nails

    PAERRN20 replied to Coloradogrl's topic in General Nursing

    Nope, no fake nails in my unit. Can you say hello staph infection? Also, if the tools used during a manicure aren't sterilized correctly that is a major risk for

  4. Can you hold an RN license in 2 states?

    PAERRN20 replied to PAERRN20's topic in Travel

    Didn't think of the state taxes...so obvious! Looks like the states I'm interested in aren't compact states. Thanks for the quick

  5. Hairstyle best for nursing

    PAERRN20 replied to mom35's topic in General Nursing

    After school it doesn't matter. Do what makes you

  6. Taking a Pay Cut

    PAERRN20 replied to scrubbleuffagus08's topic in General Nursing

    Although the OR would offer you a foot in the door and experience, it is not worth risking your livelihood for. $10 an hr is a stretch for 2 people. Would you also need to pay a babysitter? What about...

  7. Not to be provacative but why not Physician's assistant....

    PAERRN20 replied to howardrgreenberg's topic in General Nursing

    Because nurses are cooler than PA's!! Just kidding! (I love the PA I work with) In general, a PA has more responsibility than a staff nurse. As others have said, more schooling. You can become an RN...

  8. Is the job market better for paramedics then for nurses?

    PAERRN20 replied to DanainOrlando's topic in Nursing Career

    I would go for LPN. I work closely with paramedics, and while they are very skilled at what they do, they are not nurses. Nurses plan for care throughout the acute illness as well as throughout the...

  9. Say a prayer for me!

    PAERRN20 replied to shoegalRN's topic in General Nursing

    Good

  10. Nursing Nightmare - Whats's the most number of patients you cared for by yourself?

    PAERRN20 replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    Oh. my. gosh!! That's all I can

  11. Nursing Nightmare - Whats's the most number of patients you cared for by yourself?

    PAERRN20 replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    Well, anyone up for a move to

  12. How to be a Good Clinical Supervisor?

    PAERRN20 replied to smileypeg's topic in General Nursing

    Help out on the floor. I don't know if you are applying for an office job or more of a charge nurse role but I can't stress that enough! I have a wonderful manager who always is willing to help out...

  13. Applying for a new job

    PAERRN20 posted a topic in General Nursing

    So I have been contemplating leaving my job in the ER for a while now. I have posted a few times on the boards. Some jobs have came up and I haven't applied to any yet. I think I found my ideal job...

  14. What is considered the most serious,risky surgery?

    PAERRN20 replied to beachbutterfly's topic in General Nursing

    Dissecting aortic aneurysm repair? I agree with the trauma and neuro surgery as mentioned

  15. Are recommended books necessary?

    PAERRN20 replied to busby's mom's topic in General Nursing

    I would buy older versions of the recommended books. I bought a book for $10 that was the 4th edition of the book while the 5th edition was selling for $100+. The information is basically the same....

  16. Completely online ASN degree that I found.

    PAERRN20 replied to CRTtoRN's topic in General Nursing

    Completely online- what about clinical? Really sounds shady. What state BON is going to grant a license to someone who has never touched a patient? I have never heard of being accredited by the IAO....

  17. how am i gonna make? newbie

    PAERRN20 replied to erin01's topic in General Nursing

    You'll make it. Trust me. One day you will go to work and the day will flow smoothly, all the meds will be given on time, report will be given and you won't stumble through it. How do I know this?...

  18. What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

    PAERRN20 replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    Hangnail. Yes this has been mentioned....but a not just any hangnail folks. A hangnail that had been sore for 3 MONTHS! Hahahahahaha and the offender was in their early 20's

  19. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    PAERRN20 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    'Sure it can be done. Have I ever done it? No. Have I wanted to? YES! I haven't done it before usually because I just don't have the time. I push my narcs slllllllllllllooooooooooooow. Irritates the...

  20. medication strip packs

    PAERRN20 replied to ajaxgirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I don't see any problem with 2 RN's checking the meds and then of course the final check before actually giving the med. Wouldn't you want the nurse to check your meds throughly, even if it meant a...

  21. Is this Normal? Need some perspective!

    PAERRN20 replied to Cavendish's topic in General Nursing

    Run and do it

  22. Am I supernurse or superdud? Or somewhere in between?

    PAERRN20 replied to Suninmyheart's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my sounds like a night from you know where. You handled it well I think. Glad some of the nurses pitched in. I might say something to the manager about the day charge though. I would be a little...

  23. Possibly switching from IMC or a step-down Crit Care unit to ED

    PAERRN20 replied to sunshine88's topic in Emergency

    Sure why not? I went into the ED straight from nursing school. You can do it. Many nurses enter the world of emergency nursing before their ink even dries on their license. You will have a bit of an...

  24. Do you know anyone who used Nursing as a stepping stone to something else?

    PAERRN20 replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    I'd perhaps like to open an massage/wellness clinic

  25. What is the D-ring on my pants for?

    PAERRN20 replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in General Nursing

    Clamps, scissors, ID badge, or trauma shears? I really don't