FST6

FST6

CVICU, Trauma, Flight, wartime nursing

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  1. Army Nursing

    FST6 replied to IcanHealYou's topic in Government, Military

    Definately agree with this. Remember, the Army will get their pound of flesh out of you in exchange for that tuition reimbursement and the other benefits. If you and your family can accept that and...

  2. umdnj interveiw?

    FST6 replied to rncg03's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I have applied to this school for the Fall 2011 class. What about it makes it so awful? Any info you have will be appreciated.

  3. Becoming RN solely to become CRNA

    FST6 replied to ArkansasFan's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hmmmm. What is wrong with getting two years of a solid critical care background? It will only help you down the road. Not to mention, it will give you the exposure to many different facets of critical...

  4. 1460 on GRE and not accepted?

    FST6 replied to sandmanwife's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Could also be he only has 1 1/2 years as in ICU nurse. The applicants he was competing against may have had more than that on average. While most programs say 1 year is the minimum required, I'm sure...

  5. What do I do to become a flight nurse

    FST6 replied to spat26's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Here is a general outline that may help you prepare: 1. Complete nursing school (if you haven't already). 2. Find work in a good ICU. Spend at least three years there learning and working with...

  6. CRNA to flight nurse

    FST6 replied to JayVArn's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Have to agree with elkpark on

  7. How Much Do You Make As a Flight Nurse?

    FST6 replied to MrsRitchie's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    I took around an $8.00 per hour pay cut from my previous ICU job to become a flight nurse. Not so great. Since my wife is also a nurse, I can handle the pay cut. The upside for me is only having to...

  8. CRNA to flight nurse

    FST6 replied to JayVArn's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Consider the educational preparation. As a CRNA, your expertise will be the administration of anesthesia and management of the peri-operative and immediate post-operative patient. This does not...

  9. Need advice on career path to flight nursing

    FST6 replied to SpaceCoastRN's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Excellent response! I couldn't put it better myself. ED + Critical Care experience makes for a well rounded flight

  10. Swearing in......having 2nd thoughts

    FST6 replied to SBT85's topic in Government, Military

    SBT85: Hello there. I am one of those nurses who has been on the front lines with a forward surgical element. Yes, it can be scary. Yes, there is always the chance you could get hurt. And yes, PTSD...

  11. Ribbon/s for ASU

    FST6 replied to Scooty Puff Jr's topic in Government, Military

    Speak to your unit S-1 if you have an questions. He/she should be able to access your permanent records through HRC to check what awards you have. However, in your case, if you have not deployed, were...

  12. New Grad Nurse Joining Army-Helpful Tips Please!!

    FST6 replied to Enayni's topic in Government, Military

    Getting Hawaii or Germany out the door as a new officer is difficult, but not impossible. I would suggest a large medical center like San Antonio (BAMC), Ft. Lewis, WA (MAMC), or Walter Reed Army...

  13. Army Reserve Nurse Corps Officer Requirements

    FST6 replied to zrc2009's topic in Government, Military

    Can you cite your source on this? I took my commission when I had my ADN, and there were no issues or shortages in available slots. When you look at a unit manning roster for a nurse slot (66H), it...

  14. A-fib + metropolol + diltiazem gtt + soft bp

    FST6 replied to buddiage's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    You might be missing the bigger picture here. Consider the variables that affect your BP: 1. Preload (volume present in the ventricles prior to systole - think of it as the amount of volume...

  15. Does anyone know anything about Army Nurse Corps?

    FST6 replied to LeLeeFNP's topic in Government, Military

    Yes, there were times I was in danger in Afghanistan. We went through rocket attacks and when I left the base on missions, I never knew if I was going to hit an IED or not. You learn to deal with it....

  16. Heading for Bagram...anybody with experience to give advice?

    FST6 replied to AF46N3E's topic in Government, Military

    You can expect to work 4-5 12 hour shifts per week plus one on call

  17. Does anyone know anything about Army Nurse Corps?

    FST6 replied to LeLeeFNP's topic in Government, Military

    I have been in the Army Reserve for the last 14 years. During that time I have been an LPN and RN. I will list the pros and cons I have encountered along the way: PROS: 1. No other nursing experience...

  18. Germany Army Nurse

    FST6 replied to bittersweet92310's topic in International Nursing

    I spent a year at Lanstuhl Regional Medical Center ICU. It is a decent sized hospital with plenty of business from Iraq and Afghanistan. If you are looking at continuing to enhance your clinical...

  19. Am I ready?

    FST6 replied to niteowlrn29's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    You are definitely ready to move on. If you stick around on a unit in which you are losing interest in, you may burn out or start dreading your shifts. No one wants to be unhappy at work. It takes...

  20. Nursing Student braving the CCU

    FST6 replied to shaljg85's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Don't forget some of the other important axioms of the ICU: 1. All bleeding eventually stops. 2. If the patient wasn't at risk for sudden death, they would not be in the ICU. 3. Your patient in the...

  21. Heading for Bagram...anybody with experience to give advice?

    FST6 replied to AF46N3E's topic in Government, Military

    The hospital will provide ABU colored scrubs. You just need to supply your shoes. Sneakers or clogs will do. There are also locker rooms for you to change in, but there are not enough lockers for all...

  22. Questions about PA pressures

    FST6 replied to aCRNAhopeful's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    The PAWP is just one number in your patient's hemodynamic profile. When looking at your patient's situation, consider all the parts of the puzzle, not just one piece. By this, I mean how does the PAWP...

  23. Resources for new CVICU nurses...

    FST6 replied to aCRNAhopeful's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    To help you out with your quest for knowledge: 1. Slow down. You will not be able to know everything in your first year. One mistake many new ICU nurses make is getting the idea that they can read...

  24. Another Loan Repayment Question

    FST6 replied to Scooty Puff Jr's topic in Government, Military

    No problem. Happy to be able to help. I know how confusing the loan repayment process can

  25. Another Loan Repayment Question

    FST6 replied to Scooty Puff Jr's topic in Government, Military

    The loan repayment will start after your bonus is paid out. The way it works is you will get a loan payment 1 year after your eligibility date starts. The loan you ask them to repay must a federal...