PAERRN20

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  1. which job should a new nurse take

    PAERRN20 replied to angiendev1's topic in General Nursing

    I think you can't go wrong with the ER/ICU from an experience perspective. As beachbutterfly said, once you gain experience in ER they will hire you

  2. iv push ?

    PAERRN20 replied to icecreamlover's topic in General Nursing

    You could do both. Generally if you stop the fluids and do a flush of 10cc at the port closest to the patient you should have the line cleared well. You can then give the medication and flush again....

  3. been out of the er for year due to injury-best way to ease back in

    PAERRN20 replied to beaujacques's topic in General Nursing

    Does you ER have a non acute/minor care area that you could ease

  4. New Grad working for an OB GYN

    PAERRN20 replied to STNA's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Will the previous nurse be there to train you for at least a couple weeks? I would be hesitant to take a position without any type of formal training as a new grad. You WILL need a mentor. I think if...

  5. Does it bother you when CEOs etc. get "excellence in care giving" awards?

    PAERRN20 replied to mama_d's topic in General Nursing

    We must work at the same facility! I have a great manager who will pitch in and help when we are busy, but I think I'm in the minority. The rest of upper management probably haven't touched a patient...

  6. Your favorite nursing gadget?

    PAERRN20 replied to AOx1's topic in General Nursing

    I love my 24 hr military time watch. And not really a gadget but I love the unit dose antibiotics you just pop off the top, attach to mini bag of saline, and spike! No messing around finding an needle...

  7. Postpartum to Medsurg, am I crazy?

    PAERRN20 replied to MoriahRoseRN's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered looking into a sub acute floor? It would give you the skills med-surg offers like dressings, med passes, wound care, possibly IV abx, and discharge planning. It might be a little...

  8. If your are pursing MSN/FNP/DNP what area do you work in?

    PAERRN20 posted a topic in Post Graduate Students

    I am planning on starting a MSN program Fall 2010. My question is what type of floor do you work on? If you work outside the hospital, what type of agency do you work for? Some background info: I...

  9. If your are pursing MSN/FNP/DNP what area do you work in?

    PAERRN20 replied to PAERRN20's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Thanks for the reply. I am looking to get into education. I have a well paying job but the stress isn't worth it anymore. I am concerned that if I go to rehab or outpatient surgery that schools will...

  10. Types of NP's

    PAERRN20 replied to alyxoxo82's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the previous poster. You can go through a NP program and then specialize. I haven't seen any specifically for derm since that is somewhat limited but you could pursue adult NP or family...

  11. Follow my heart or follow my dreams?

    PAERRN20 replied to dine saw's topic in General Nursing

    Follow your dreams. I can really relate to you. I always wanted to go to a particular university as well. I toured the campus and checked out the news online everyday. I had always wanted to go to...

  12. Would you get treated at the hospital where you work?

    PAERRN20 replied to Goingthere's topic in General Nursing

    No. And my family knows that if I ever need to go to the hospital to drive 20 minutes the other way to the rival hospital. I don't trust any of the surgeons and many of the

  13. How long do I stay here ?

    PAERRN20 replied to RNMarykay's topic in General Nursing

    Generally I've found that some hospitals like you to stay anywhere from 6 months- 12 months before you change jobs if you are an RN. I have no clue if it is different for CNA's/techs. If you don't...

  14. Para or Gravida

    PAERRN20 replied to NiesyLuv0o's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Not an OB nurse, but miscarriages are counted under abortions. A miscarriage is considered a spontaneous

  15. What kind of nurse are you?

    PAERRN20 replied to RNMariposa's topic in General Nursing

    One of the best decisions you'll ever make....go for

  16. What kind of nurse are you?

    PAERRN20 replied to RNMariposa's topic in General Nursing

    CANRN- I'm curious...what other schools did you consider? IWU was one I was looking at as well. You can PM if you want

  17. What kind of nurse are you?

    PAERRN20 replied to RNMariposa's topic in General Nursing

    Online classes can be either legit or shady. It's important to do your research before deciding on a school. I plan on getting a master's degree and I am 99% sure I will be going to online route. I...

  18. Preventing falls from low beds

    PAERRN20 replied to BoopetteRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I work in a hospital and we don't use them. We lower the bed to the lowest position and use a bed exit alarm as well. I can see how confused patients as well as oriented patients can trip on them....

  19. What supplies do YOU use to start an IV?

    PAERRN20 replied to rnleigh's topic in Emergency

    Wow it seems like you are up against a tough crowd! I don't understand why the facility can not do the caddy basket as others have mentioned. All supplies are on the caddy and you can easily carry it...

  20. Current Walden University Students

    PAERRN20 replied to Otessa's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Is the stats class only for those who do not have a BSN? I just finished BSN stats and I do not want to ever have to look at that stuff

  21. Rethinking Nursing...advice from nurses please!

    PAERRN20 replied to Smiley2055's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is hard. There isn't any other way to slice it. However, it does get better after the first year. That's not to say that the stress goes away thought. Nursing will always be stressful. You...

  22. Witnessed car crash, now feeling guilty

    PAERRN20 replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in General Nursing

    Loading a person onto an backboard is in no way indicative of the injury severity. In fact, ALL people in traumatic accidents should be put on a backboard regardless of the severity of the accident. I...

  23. Wasting Unused Meds

    PAERRN20 replied to LilPeonNo1's topic in General Nursing

    I would have wasted the medication too. Yeah, that Ativan (or any other controlled substance) might be expensive but it is a heck of a lot cheaper than losing a license. I wouldn't trust any...

  24. Questions for PA Paramedics

    PAERRN20 replied to Lexxie's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    The hospital can't place the K on a pump for transfer because the ambulance was a BLS unit. That means it is basic life support and the person who refused was probably an EMT. EMT's are not allowed to...

  25. which shift do you prefer 3-11 or 11-7?

    PAERRN20 replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in General Nursing

    3-11 for sure. I worked 11-7 briefly and it almost killed me. I was tired, nauseous, and there was less staff to boot. The 75 cents or so more an hour was sooo not worth. Plus it seemed like the 11-7...