katkak1007

i was wondering how your job was going? Do you still love it. How good do you have to be at reading ekg's and what is the sickest pt you have had so far...did anyone tank on you....besides the occasional vasovagal when pulling the sheath. I'm interested in working in such a unit like this....am looking for a lower stress level than the ER. Thanks, Kit

I'll let you know... Thanks again... K

Thanks for the info.... I have administered conscious sedation a few times... fentanyal (sp) and versed. And do watch them like a hawk... until fully awake! I'm tired of the ED..... time to move on.... don't want the EXCITEMENT anymore.... looking for a slower place...tired of adrenaline rushes.... Just worried about my EKG skills.... never been one of my strong points! Well see..... Thanks again!

I believe they use the contrast..... could you recommend a site so I can read up on some of the specifics. Have you had any "worse case scenrious"...ie...codes...etc Thanks... K

Yes, they do the dobutmanine stress tests too. just hate going and interviewing for a area that I might not have the knowledge for. I would imagine that a physician is present for the tests and you always have other nurses for back up. Thanks for your reply! K

I presently work in the ED and I'm thinking of switching to the Echocardiology Lab. I feel its time to make a change.... anyway.... just wondering what the duties are and would love to hear of some worse cases they may have seen. Also... are you glad you made the change to the echo lab? Thanks... K