Alex Egan LPN, EMT-B

Home Health (PDN), Camp Nursing

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    Strange pediatric GB issue

    Alex Egan replied to Myst1977's topic in Gastroenterology

    If I had to guess the is some sort of bacteria growth or fermentation type process going on with the water. The extra air being a byproduct of it. I would try using sterile or boiled water. But if...
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    I don't want a male nurse! - Caption Contest Winner

    Alex Egan replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I would like to add to this caption. The male nurse should reply, "yep...but he doesn't want a black one either." I think it is worth discussing where patent rights end and the nurses civil rights...
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    I don't want a male nurse! - Caption Contest Winner

    Alex Egan replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

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    Helping accident victoms

    Alex Egan replied to jonesb1984's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Ok. My first question when someone brings this up is just what interventions are you planning on doing at your accident scene? So long as you arn't needlessly moving people, advising against medical...
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    I don't want a male nurse! - Caption Contest Winner

    Alex Egan replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Was this supposed to be
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    Can a new, inexperienced grad get a job as a camp nurse?

    Alex Egan replied to lillypad274's topic in Camp

    Lots of different camps have different thoughts on new grads. My camp will generally take only one or two a year. We have a staff of 7 full time nurses so we can keep an eye on them until they get up...
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    First time camp nurse

    Alex Egan replied to Jdamitz2's topic in Camp

    Don't be offended. I just want to make sure what role your filling here. Are you a nurse? Liscenced? Or are you functioning as a health officer? There is a big difference as to the recommendations...
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    Will I be fine???..

    Alex Egan replied to kheemooy's topic in Emergency

    It sounds like in a year or two you will be perfectly suited to a critical care transport
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    2013 Camp

    Alex Egan replied to Alex Egan's topic in Camp

    Arron where in the USA will you be at? Also if you are going to be a solo nurse, on your first run I really recommend the Basics of Camp Nursing by Linda Ebner. I enjoy working with the scouts, I run...
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    Less verbal abuse on night shift?

    Alex Egan replied to Blackcat99's topic in Private Duty

    I worked a case where the mother was a Sargent at the local prison. She had a nasty tendency to sleek to the nurses, and her family in her "command" voice. The first time she did it to me. I calmly...
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    Conflict in the family causing me anxiety

    Alex Egan replied to PerfectlyPlump's topic in Private Duty

    In these situations I usually make it clear I am here to take care of the child and not get involved in family politics. In this situation the mother is the POA so you are obligated to follow her...
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    volunteer vs paid status as camp nurse

    Alex Egan replied to jrbl77's topic in Camp

    I have never worked as a volunteer at camp. However I have worked at a free clinic and as an EMT. To my understanding no matter your status as paid or volunteer you are viewed as an employee for...
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    Any experience with these camps?

    Alex Egan replied to Disneygirl23's topic in Camp

    I'm afraid I'm not familiar with those camps. You can always ask if the director can put you in touch with former
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    Camp Nursing: Choosing a Camp

    Alex Egan replied to CampNurse1's topic in Camp

    My camp likewise doesn't have a year round head nurse. However the head nurse position exists and is passed down from one to the next. With the blessing of management of course. The head nurse (an...
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    Camp Nursing: Choosing a Camp

    Alex Egan replied to CampNurse1's topic in Camp

    Five star post. Very informative. I wish it had been around when I was starting out a few years
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    Sleeping Nurse = No Agency?

    Alex Egan replied to HisTreasure's topic in Private Duty

    I actually like camera cases. So long as its out in the open and the camera records to a video or drive, and not just feed into a monitor. I DON'T like cases that hide nanny cams. I have worked privet...
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    Describe your med pass!

    Alex Egan replied to CloudySue's topic in Camp

    It was totally worth it for him to take his meds. He was riddled with the ADHD.
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    What are you getting for payment?

    Alex Egan replied to CloudySue's topic in Camp

    880/week. No tuition. I'm one of six live in nurses with three part time locals. It is my third year back, I made 650 my first
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    Describe your med pass!

    Alex Egan replied to CloudySue's topic in Camp

    We take all the meds that are camp meds (packed in unit dose plastic packages) and tape them inside the MAR for that child. Then we load every other med into two rubber maid cleaning caddies (the kind...
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    Sleeping Nurse = No Agency?

    Alex Egan replied to HisTreasure's topic in Private Duty

    Sleeping of any kind results in immediate termination of employment from EVERY agency I have ever worked for. You are being completely reasonable. I appreciate that you understand nodding off happens,...
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    Restraints

    Alex Egan replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    That's the moment I look at my boss and calmly paraphrase what they said back to them. Most times when they hear it rather than say it they realize how stupid it is. Or I immediately start job hunting...
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    Camp Nursing and bringing your own kids

    Alex Egan replied to purplevega's topic in Camp

    We have a local nurse who works in exchange for tuition. Her daughter will stop into the health center to see her mom twice a summer maybe. Otherwise she sends letters and schedules phone calls like...
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    Camp Nursing and bringing your own kids

    Alex Egan replied to purplevega's topic in Camp

    Well I know a lot of camps will barter tuition for work. My camp doesn't seem to do it to often, but it is done. Six is a tough age though that is not quite old enough for my camp I think our youngest...
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    What type of job do Camp Nurses have throghout the year?

    Alex Egan replied to GoosbyLPN's topic in Camp

    Pediatric Home Care is my regular job. Along with a few other odds and
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    2013 Camp

    Alex Egan replied to Alex Egan's topic in Camp

    Well I hope I goes well! Thu are starting to staff now, but it won't start in earnest until the head nurse gets back from her winter spot in