edmurse77 replied to starlightexpress's topic in General Nursing
amen lamazeteacher ! i like teamwork. i hate team nursing. just try to help others when they are sinking and they should help you. however if the same nurse has to keep being helped maybe you need to...
I have been an ER nurse for almost seven years. Last year my father who lives 1200 miles away had a heart attack was placed on a vent and I couldn't find out anything! As a nurse I have to follow...
edmurse77 replied to Anxious Patient's topic in General Nursing
I like it aaaalot! This is a great discussion. We have spoken about this many times at work. #1) Why is everything anonymous - agh - anonymity lacks accountability and honesty. #2) Why do we make...
edmurse77 replied to LoveActually's topic in General Nursing
I did mention a little something about educating those around you. Not driven just to close contacts and family! I am an ER Nurse and try to educate everyone. I don't mind it or look down on anyone...
edmurse77 replied to LoveActually's topic in General Nursing
WOW! What a can of worms this is going to turn out to be! Statistics as we all know can say whatever we want them to say. There are so many factors involved. I have worked with a few nurses who...
Insurance is never a bad idea! You will hear some people tell you that if you have it you are more likely to be added to a case as a Defendant instead of as a witness. Even if that is the case what...
:typing Not for me! I enjoy nursing on most days in the ER! You may want to look into a shadowing program at a local hospital. There are many positions in healthcare, not all are nursing. You may...