We have been using it in the ED for while. I was resistant at first. I have found it better for pt's. They are introduced to the new nurse and told "good bye" by the off going RN. Many things come up...
I never saw myself in emergency nursing but it has been my niche for a while. Loved long term care, enjoyed ICU, had fun in med/surg at first. In ER you are a primary care nurse to many who cannot see...
A great trick is to take a glass of water and hold the cup/bottle. Explain you throat has been dry from pharyngitis if you have to. Everytime you feel nervous sip a drink of water while gathering your...
mailners replied to MrsWampthang's topic in Emergency
I have a hard time giving many patients all very good ratings. Face it, some of them are demanding, smelly, whine a lot, try to tell me where they want the IV, cough in my face, even tell the doctor...
mailners replied to matchstick's topic in Emergency
Due to the several other occurances and your daughter's age I tend toward the anxiety theory. However, you should be consulting your primary care physician rather than an ER nurse board. Asking RN's...
I am looking for any conferences of a 1-2 day duration anyone knows about in Illinois or Indiana. Topics such as ER Nursing, Nursing Leadership, Etc. Offered by hospitals, Nursing colleges,...
mailners replied to MrsWampthang's topic in Emergency
Replied to earlire thread also. Press Gainey is a way of measuring what patients feel about hteir care. Please have a rep speak with you. 30 minutes should help you understand them. I was amazed that...
I would recommend those using press gaineys contact them and have a rep come speak to your staff. They do present a levelized play field based on hospital size, pt load, and setting. They do measure...
Nursing is full of negative people as well as most professions. Many people will complaine of pay, hours, patients, etc. I have to tell you that I love nursing! It is sad that so many great people...
On the bright side? I went to a school that was just as unkind. Did the class rep thing and all. Graduated with a cum laude in spite of the psycho uncaring instructors. I love nursing. There are...