scoochy

scoochy

PACU, CARDIAC ICU, TRAUMA, SICU, LTC

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  1. Do your family members "get it"?

    scoochy replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in General Nursing

    Ideally, this would be a good message to leave on voicemail. Realistically, IMO, recording a voicemail message that says you are sleeping is leaving you very vulnerable to all the "crazies" who may...

  2. Can anyone tell me?

    scoochy replied to Phase2Pro's topic in General Nursing

    I would bet she has a "no key" restriction d/t previous narcotic diversion. This restriction usually lasts for 1 year, but it depends on the BON

  3. Hepatitis B Vaccine Safe?

    scoochy replied to gkvegan's topic in General Nursing

    How right you are. Now, we need to see a vaccine for HEP

  4. At what point do you stop feeling stupid?

    scoochy replied to LETRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Give yourself a break. Look at the positives: 1. 16 week orientation; that's terrific, if you ask me. 2. A new grad hired in an ER? That's a compliment, IMO. The nurse manager sees good things in...

  5. Anyone know where to buy or who makes operating room scrubs????

    scoochy replied to esteiner88's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    There is a brand of light-weight scrubs (and they are soooo comfortable) made by FASHION SEAL. I wore them when I worked in a SICU; they were hospital-issued. Google Fashion Seal Scrubs; you will...

  6. Dopamine drips in SNF?

    scoochy replied to mercury7's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Many SNFs are desperate to fill their beds. That being said however, I would question the "decision makers" who accepted this individual for admission. Sounds to me they are not concerned about what...

  7. scared i'm going to lose my license..

    scoochy replied to nurse441's topic in General Nursing

    Run for your life, and your license! Don't let the door hit you on the way out! You will find the right position; for certain it isn't this one! When I had 25 years of experience "under my belt," I...

  8. Nursing shoe suggestions for flat feet

    scoochy replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I am also flat-footed (very much so), and also overpronate. I was really into running when I was in my 30's. A friend of mine who is a marathon runner gave me a catalog (I think it was Runner's...

  9. Do your family members "get it"?

    scoochy replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in General Nursing

    I have to disagree with putting a "DO NOT DISTURB.....SLEEPING" sign on the door. There are wackos out there who would use this as an opportunity to break into the

  10. Staying put

    scoochy replied to blessedmomma247's topic in General Nursing

    Dear blessedmomma247, Please see my post under the Nursing Article, "I will never call myself just an LPN anymore." All the best,

  11. Disciplinary action?? Really?

    scoochy replied to traumaQN's topic in General Nursing

    Consult an

  12. Hypersomnia - any experiences?

    scoochy replied to Meraki's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Are you referring to hypersomnia or

  13. Play Dr. House

    scoochy replied to LouisVRN's topic in General Nursing

    You stated that the patient was not "overly edematous." 1. What about prealbumin and albumin results? 2. Some patients cannot tolerate a low HCT. Hgb 10-11 = Hct 30-33 (usually). 3. Third...

  14. What did you say?!?!

    scoochy replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Engage your brain before opening your mouth is one of my favorite

  15. Is this too much or am I crazy...what are your units like?

    scoochy replied to emersushea's topic in Cardiac

    I sincerely hope you carry nurse's liability insurance! I would get out of this workplace situation running as fast as I was able! In the event of a sentinel event (avoidable patient death), the...

  16. "Work 20+ hours in your shifts or resign"

    scoochy replied to MBRN4's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    OMG, I feel so bad for you! "Mulan" made an excellent point, however. How about consulting an attorney who specializes in employment law if your employer was not forthcoming with such an awful work...

  17. agency nursing??

    scoochy replied to nurse/midwifekim's topic in Agency Nurses

    I worked for an agency and I really enjoyed it. I worked in a medical corrections unit for 7 months, a GI clinic for 6 weeks, and a detox center for 1 1/2 years. The only reason I stopped was due to...

  18. When death is imminent (long).........

    scoochy posted a topic in General Nursing

    When I graduated from nursing school, my mother (who is now a retired nurse) said to me, "Never forget a patient's religious/spiritual needs when death is near." I have kept this with me throughout...

  19. Tidbits, facts, save-your-butts...for new nurses in LTC

    scoochy replied to CharleeJo.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Don't ever leave meds @ the bedside of an alert and oriented

  20. narcotics????

    scoochy replied to erin01's topic in General Nursing

    This analgesic "recipe" IMO needs some "tweaking." Pain d/t orthopedic procedures is not pretty. Why is this patient on three different opiates? You could suggest to the MD to increase the...

  21. I feel so incompetent

    scoochy replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It really doesn't matter how many years' experience one has. We all have that type of day. We are human, but no matter how many times we tell ourselves, "I am a GOOD nurse," it always helps to be...

  22. Burnout?

    scoochy replied to CNL2B's topic in General Nursing

    Have you given any thought to transferring to the PACU? It worked for me for 19 years. You would care for a different set of patients every day. Depending upon the size of the PACU, the work day...

  23. Giving notice related to health issue

    scoochy replied to newtress's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered contacting the LUPUS foundation in your state?? How about attending LUPUS support group meetings? You may find that people who live with LUPUS are the best resources for support,...

  24. Cath Lab RN

    scoochy replied to NWGM1234's topic in General Nursing

    Things to ask: 1. schedule 2. frequency of call hours 3. on call pay 4. orientation period I worked with two nurses in the PACU who transferred to the cath lab. One liked it, the other returned...

  25. 88 Hours, tired, what was your highest week? how did you recover?

    scoochy replied to RNOTODAY's topic in General Nursing

    88 hours?? Not me, not ever! Not healthy, and not financially worth it. Uncle Sam must have liked you the day you got