EmergencyNrse

EmergencyNrse

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  1. So disgusted with everything

    EmergencyNrse replied to JDougRN's topic in Emergency

    Feel better? It's not any better in any other ER's. Pretty typical. Sorry about the rough shift and thanks for sticking it out. It IS the reason we do what we do. I like many others are really...

  2. Upfront payment for non emergent conditions

    EmergencyNrse replied to danggirl's topic in Emergency

    We use a QMP or "Qualified Medical Personnel" program of screening for acute/non-acute and emergent/non-emergent patients in out ER. Works like a well oiled machine. Gets rid of many non-acute,...

  3. Why hire RN's when other disciplines can do the job

    EmergencyNrse replied to Marisette's topic in General Nursing

    I have said it more than a dozen times here and other forums. We (Nurses) are being dumb-ed down for the sake of cost-cutting measures. We are too expensive. They would rather hire a CNA than an RN...

  4. Arrested while Occupying Wall Street - Will I Be Hireable?

    EmergencyNrse replied to LookingAhead's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Play stupid games...win stupid prizes. Every action or decision on your part has consequences. If you're prepared to accept responsibility for them, have fun with that. ...more jobs for the rest of...

  5. Patient and family priorities

    EmergencyNrse replied to hiddencatRN's topic in Emergency

    Welcome to the

  6. Any Critical Care Courses in Southern California?

    EmergencyNrse replied to Jofosho's topic in California Nursing

    Where do you consider Southern California to be? Are you looking for CCRN courses or Acute ER stuff? San Diego? L.A.?, San Fran Bay area? Or maybe you're okay to travel? Sharp, Scrips, and UCSD...

  7. Ethics 101

    EmergencyNrse replied to kayak133's topic in General Nursing

    If I'm there I tell them. I have no scruples about it. I don't work for any surgeons. I tell patients and families that surgeons don't get paid not to do surgery. A second opinion is a pretty good...

  8. How far is your commute?? (and big city traffic)

    EmergencyNrse replied to RxOnly's topic in General Nursing

    3 miles. I usually ride my bike. That is... weather

  9. Ring Cutters

    EmergencyNrse replied to ashleyjean3's topic in Emergency

    Ring cutters suck! Go buy a pair of heavy-duty dikes. Snips rings without all the drama. Done in

  10. overdose on RX meds

    EmergencyNrse replied to pm2rn's topic in Emergency

    Nope, not your Rx. Up to the Doctor to write the script after H & P and examination. You might print out a visit history to help out but ultimately the doctor's responsibility for narc seekers not...

  11. Needy, needy, needy... vent please.

    EmergencyNrse replied to rksgray13's topic in General Nursing

    1 word: Versed Sorry but that's why I'm in the ER. I'm giving 4mg Versed and let him try again in the morning when he wakes up and after my shift is over.

  12. What's the task you like doing most on the job?

    EmergencyNrse replied to PreStudent101's topic in General Nursing

    I like discharging patients. I love telling them that it's time to go. Please leave. Here is your prescription,

  13. Is ER a good travel specialty?

    EmergencyNrse replied to futuretravelrn's topic in Emergency

    https://allnurses.com/travel-nursing/

  14. Is ER a good travel specialty?

    EmergencyNrse replied to futuretravelrn's topic in Emergency

    ER is great for traveling. YOU choose your location... YOU choose what shift... YOU choose what days... YOU choose your time off... Everything is negotiable. The world is your

  15. Careplan at work

    EmergencyNrse replied to Cat_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Care plans @

  16. NS at 125 ml/hr is not an ER order

    EmergencyNrse replied to Guest219794's topic in Emergency

    Who cares what was written? You're not the doctor... Want a change? Go be a provider and write your own

  17. "If they really cared about their mom, they wouldn't of put her in a nursing home"

    EmergencyNrse replied to Bruce_Wayne's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow, just wow.... (This should be

  18. Is it legal for a nurse to work 24 hours straight?

    EmergencyNrse replied to MrsMwenja_RN's topic in General Nursing

    "Legal" is a grey area when it comes to nursing. We fall into a category like farmers and theater workers where regular shifts do not apply. Now I don't know your company policy on such things but if...

  19. Pay Per Diem vs P/T

    EmergencyNrse replied to Galaxy21's topic in General Nursing

    The difference is in the benefits. Part-time usually makes you benefit eligible. Insurance, paid time off, 401K/403B and sometimes profit sharing. Per Diem places you as contract labor only. You...

  20. Medication math problem

    EmergencyNrse replied to salvadorian's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Not like this is a crazy Heparin concentration and weird drip rate calculation. This is as simple as it gets. You understand what T.I D. is don't you? I would look into a medical terminology...

  21. Scared of the docs!

    EmergencyNrse replied to SweetseRN's topic in General Nursing

    ... grow a

  22. Working with hand stitches

    EmergencyNrse replied to Plasticgloworm's topic in General Nursing

    I find New-Skin provides a temporary barrier for any openings in the skin you want protected. (Poor-boy

  23. What are some good things to keep on hand in your work locker?

    EmergencyNrse replied to Kilika421's topic in General Nursing

    Motrin/Tyenol

  24. Is nursing a depressing job?

    EmergencyNrse replied to AddisonLawrence03's topic in General Nursing

    People get sick and injured. For many it's painful, it's scary, and people hurt. Who's going to do it? It's taking patients in the absolute WORST time in their lives and getting a smile. Depressing?...

  25. Please go home...you are stable enough to be discharged...don't make me call security

    EmergencyNrse replied to abundantjoy07's topic in Emergency

    I tell them that a hospital is no place to get better. It's only there if a patient needs someone to keep a closer eye on them. I emphasize the comfort of being in their own home as opposed to getting...