EmergencyNrse

EmergencyNrse

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  1. The dumbest thing you've ever heard...

    EmergencyNrse replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have had many a Mexican migrant tell me the ER gave them diabetes. They lived in Mexico all their lives and once they came to America we gave them diabetes. Mother of a febrile child came to the ER....

  2. Who's giving report, anyway?

    EmergencyNrse replied to Old and New's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Shift report is a courtesy from you to the oncoming shift. They don't want it, don't waste your time. Kindly ask if they have any questions and when they don't go home and get some sleep. KISS (Keep...

  3. coping mechanisms?

    EmergencyNrse replied to KaksRN's topic in General Nursing

    I like to go

  4. Nurses can cry too

    EmergencyNrse replied to ooper3076's topic in General Nursing

    I cry on the

  5. Inappropriate medications for the elderly

    EmergencyNrse replied to SneakySnake's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I know that promethazine will knock gramma's/grandpa's shoes off sometimes. Instant dementia in a shot. We don't give it as much now but we did. All Zofran and Anzemet these

  6. Thank you to all the experienced ED RNs

    EmergencyNrse replied to RHF RN's topic in Emergency

    You're welcome... Good luck with your ER

  7. Is it okay to ask for part-time?

    EmergencyNrse replied to Mrs. SnowStormRN's topic in General Nursing

    You have to tell them what you're thinking... An interview is a 2-way street. They size up you and you size up them. It's a time to figure out what they're looking for and for you to let them know...

  8. i need your help nurses!

    EmergencyNrse replied to sofia.garcia's topic in General Nursing

    It's nice to come here and ask out opinion about career paths but you really need to meet with a guidance counselor. Requirements vary from school to school and state to state. Your local counselor or...

  9. Nurses,if it ok to be scared of the hospital ER?

    EmergencyNrse replied to nobody067's topic in General Nursing

    I'm scared of the ER. Every shift... Seriously though, If I should need treated in the ER my fear would be that I know everybody in the greater Atlanta metro area. Emergency Medicine is such a small...

  10. Becoming a Nurse with an Arrest Record then rehabilitation

    EmergencyNrse replied to DD214's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Greetings my brother. Welcome. Thank you for your service. If indeed your charges were of a lesser nature it would be my advice to seek out an attorney. You should have him/her have your...

  11. How long is your commute?

    EmergencyNrse replied to OnaTrek's topic in General Nursing

    3.6 miles, 26 minutes by

  12. Convicted felons and nursing

    EmergencyNrse replied to OhioCCRN's topic in General Nursing

    You people hear "felon" and only think murderers, thieves, child molester or other violent crimes... Definition: A felony is a criminal offense for which a convicted person can be sentenced to serve...

  13. Hopeless, depressed, jobless in Austin

    EmergencyNrse replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in Texas Nursing

    careful what you wish for... move to atlanta where you can transition from hopeless, depressed, & jobless to overworked, underpaid and burned out. seriously, hang in there things will get

  14. Would You Marry or Date a Patient or An Ex-Patient of Yours

    EmergencyNrse replied to Yiggs's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's in poor taste and unprofessional. It's possibly taking advantage of a patient depending on the situation. Not that I haven't looked. Seen many a gorgeous stripper come thru my ER......

  15. How in the freaking world are you a nurse???

    EmergencyNrse replied to Daisy_08's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yep, that about sums it up. Not the only one

  16. New to ER

    EmergencyNrse replied to ka1720's topic in Emergency

    Enter with an open mind. Ask questions. IV skills and others are just simple OJT. ...it will come. The only people that have problems are the ones that think they know more than they do. No one knows...

  17. What is your greatest fear in nursing.

    EmergencyNrse replied to Yiggs's topic in General Nursing

    Reminds me of a patient that came to the ER many years ago (frequent flier) that had burned out all her veins. She had the typical back pain, abdominal pain, headache we can't prove you're wrong type...

  18. Has anyone ever worked for VA hospital?

    EmergencyNrse replied to feelsgoodtobeRN's topic in Nursing Career

    VA? Sure. Government workers aren't accountable for much of anything. You can't get fired. Show up late or not at all. Don't have to really put much of an effort forward to get things done. Be as...

  19. New grad wanting to switch to day shift

    EmergencyNrse replied to destinyRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    New grad wanting to switch to day

  20. does it really make a difference?

    EmergencyNrse replied to butterfly134's topic in General Nursing

    I find the older students bring more confidence from their life experience. They develop a faster rapport with patients and handle themselves more professionally. Seem more dedicated to their...

  21. What is your greatest fear in nursing.

    EmergencyNrse replied to Yiggs's topic in General Nursing

    Gee, made it 8 days before repeating... https://allnurses.com/general-nursing-discussion/what-scares-you-589725.html#post5364571 Alright, I'll play again: Ardvarks. Really fearful of Ardvarks in...

  22. Travel RN jobs with minimal experience

    EmergencyNrse replied to roscopeeco's topic in General Students

    Lots of good information in the travel nursing forum. https://allnurses.com/travel-nursing/ You really need to be comfortable in your current environment. When you accept a contract they put you on...

  23. Fired - what do you think...

    EmergencyNrse replied to LoveBeingAnRN's topic in General Nursing

    Fired - what do you think? I think getting fired sucks but given your scenario it's probably a godsend. I wouldn't continue in that environment if you um, ah, ...paid me. Good luck with a fresh

  24. Any recommendations?

    EmergencyNrse replied to AKA_Glamour_Pearl's topic in General Nursing

    I really like New Balance and Merrell. Never had a bad pair from either. Whatever your footwear preference I just want you to know that the "guts" can break down before the shoes look dirty or worn....

  25. Nurses eating their young

    EmergencyNrse replied to nola1202's topic in General Nursing

    They taste like