scoochy

scoochy

PACU, CARDIAC ICU, TRAUMA, SICU, LTC

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  1. How often do you work extra?

    scoochy replied to Caffeine_IV's topic in General Nursing

    Rarely do I work beyond my scheduled hours; the LTC facility where I work pulled a fast one on me...I was asked to work 7-3 because they were desperate. I was already scheduled to work 3-11 (usual...

  2. Doubting my decision... I hope I am doing the right thing!

    scoochy replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    I am certain you will not regret your decision. Working in an ICU provides many, many opportunities for learning. You will not be bored; you will be a nubie, so seize every chance you can get to...

  3. Am I crazy?

    scoochy replied to izeofblu1973's topic in General Nursing

    All your concerns are valid!! Poor post-op nursing care, IMO! Four sources of post-op infection: wind (respiratory), wound, water (GU), walk. What is being taught in nursing school today? There is...

  4. WIll I hate Ob-gyn nursing?

    scoochy replied to Sangrita RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    MedSurg Clinicals are the backbone for future clinicals. My clinical rotation in OB was in the late 1970's; things change rapidly, so what I did in my OB rotation may be a lot different as compared...

  5. The Family from Hell

    scoochy replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Does your facility have a social worker? If so, he/she should definitely become involved. What is the DON doing to solve this issue?? You have enough to

  6. So frustrated and depressed

    scoochy replied to deftonez188's topic in General Nursing

    Dear deftonez 188, I was unable to insert quoted text re: "drama queen." My previous post was made in response to that

  7. So frustrated and depressed

    scoochy replied to deftonez188's topic in General Nursing

    This individual came to this site ISO support and validation of feelings. Please keep a comment such as this to yourself. Your lack of compassion is

  8. Using Demerol in the ED

    scoochy replied to mandasueRN's topic in Emergency

    When I worked as a PACU nurse, Demerol was not the narcotic of choice, but rather the narcotic of last resort. The only therapeutic use of Demerol in the PACU is to control post op

  9. they know when they're ready . . .

    scoochy replied to sunnycalifRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    They certainly do know when they are

  10. What is a good sedative for a hypotensive patient?

    scoochy replied to nursingdude78's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Sounds like a volume issue to me...does the patient have S/G catheter? If so, what are the numbers, so to

  11. BHSN-Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing Fall 2011

    scoochy replied to BA_anthropology's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    QVC sells a pen that appears to be much better than the Lightscribe pen. You can convert your notes into documents. Although I did not purchase it (have no use for it), I found it to be a handy...

  12. managements new idea for call-lights

    scoochy replied to DebRN06's topic in General Nursing

    Deb, Happy to hear that there will be an opportunity to discuss "the report card" (poster board) at your unit meeting next week! Please keep us updated. Feel free to leave me a private

  13. Want to hear your pet peeves in LTC nursing

    scoochy replied to mondkmondk's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    All the prior posts have expressed my "peeves;" the three that are THE absolute most bothersome to me are: 1. the resident who falls time and time again, and his/her room is at the end of the hall,...

  14. when to write a nurses note?

    scoochy replied to garyg's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is a great thread..really got everyone going, and IMO gave great answers to not only the "threader," but also was a great review for me! I am going to share this one with my

  15. Quality Management-RN role and responsibilities

    scoochy replied to babyburperrn's topic in General Nursing

    Give it your best

  16. D/C central lines in SNFs?

    scoochy replied to nyteshade's topic in General Nursing

    The MDs I work with in the LTC facility DO know how to remove a PICC line. I have observed them doing it...no problems. I am fortunate to work in a LTC where the physicians are dedicated to the care...

  17. D/C central lines in SNFs?

    scoochy replied to nyteshade's topic in General Nursing

    CXR after central line d/c'd?? I have been a nurse for 30 years, and it was never routine to obtain a CXR after the central line was removed unless there was a concern re: difficulty with removal....

  18. Quality Management-RN role and responsibilities

    scoochy replied to babyburperrn's topic in General Nursing

    A quality management position requires interaction/collaboration with individuals in numerous health care disciplines. All work together to solve problems affecting quality of care. Example: When I...

  19. managements new idea for call-lights

    scoochy replied to DebRN06's topic in General Nursing

    "Holy mackerel!" as my aunt would say. IMO, this wreaks of public humiliation, so to speak. Your points are valid ones, to say the least. A poster board with stars??? Reminds me of...

  20. when to write a nurses note?

    scoochy replied to garyg's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Great job, "The Commuter!" Just want to add one to your list: pain

  21. check those blister packs

    scoochy replied to makes needs known's topic in Patient Medications

    Blister packs are only as good as the people packing them. At the LTC facility in which I work, the RN supervisor as well as a second nurse must sign in all narcotic deliveries. There have been...

  22. Can you piggyback critical meds like IV Potassium or Mag at your hospital?

    scoochy replied to UM Review RN's topic in Patient Medications

    My former hospital policy: 1. KCL 10 meq IV can be given in peripheral line. Must be diluted in 100cc D5W or NS. If the patient is c/o burning, more IV fluid can be added; you'd be surprised what...

  23. Burnt out on LTC. Suggestions PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!

    scoochy replied to brown eyed girl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Have you considered working in a detox center?? I am an RN; I worked in one through a nursing agency x1.5 years. It is a different type of nursing, needless to say, but the detox center in which I...

  24. Likes and Dislikes about nursing?

    scoochy replied to sheryl1304's topic in General Nursing

    Likes: computerized charting, personal acknowledgement from DNS "You did a great job." Dislikes: redundancy when doing an admission, not getting out on time, payroll "'forgetting" to pay you shift...

  25. texting at work

    scoochy replied to questionsforall's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    A subway car operator in Boston was texting while navigating the car. Caused a MAJOR disaster..fatalities. Needless to say, the operator is no longer in the employ of the Boston MTA. There will be...