AnthonyD

AnthonyD

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  1. Shadowing in L+D, questions

    AnthonyD replied to AnthonyD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Well, my shadow shift went great! I loved it

  2. Shadowing in L+D, questions

    AnthonyD posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I'm an experienced Critical Care nurse, currently working in a combined medical/surgical ICU for the past several years, but I have been interested in Labor and Delivery for a while now... (it was...

  3. Shadowing in L+D, questions

    AnthonyD replied to AnthonyD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Yes it would be 20hrs in L&D and 20hrs in ICU, and I would not be "pullable" from one unit to work in the other during my scheduled shifts. After orientation, I would also do call in L&D in...

  4. Shadowing in L+D, questions

    AnthonyD replied to AnthonyD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It is important to me, particularly knowing the shifts, holidays and call I'd be required to do, as I'll be splitting time between two departments. Thanks, I appreciate the advice. Can I ask how...

  5. CPR Universal Precautions

    AnthonyD replied to ppsmi's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    If you have a cut or open wound on those areas, it should probably already be covered while you're at work. Also, there are much messier things than CPR that you're likely to encounter on a day to...

  6. Which AN Poster Has the Job that You Think Is Most Interesting?

    AnthonyD replied to traumaRUs's topic in General Nursing

    I think I could learn a lot from

  7. Dress code for continuing education

    AnthonyD replied to nursejenjohnson's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Usually business casual, unless you are also scheduled to work on the floor either before or after the class - in which case it should be fine to show up in

  8. A listening ear is also a running mouth.

    AnthonyD replied to Aloe_sky's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I think getting to know your coworkers, and allowing them to get to know you, is an important part of being a team. I realize you were just venting, but it sounds like you have a very cynical point...

  9. Say What?

    AnthonyD replied to blueberrysundae's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't understand. It sounds like he came over to let you know he was getting two of your patients and he was waiting for report, but you just stood there saying nothing. Then you got frustrated...

  10. FitBit at work

    AnthonyD replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in General Nursing

    I wear the Fitbit Surge. It's the one that is also a full sized watch. I needed a new watch, and I had been wanting a Fitbit, so this was an obvious choice for me. The only annoyance is that I...

  11. What now?

    AnthonyD replied to babyrnhlw's topic in General Nursing

    Are you an AACN member? Perhaps consider getting involved in your local

  12. Rochester, NY New Grad

    AnthonyD replied to nikidesu's topic in New York Nursing

    Send me a PM, I'd be happy to

  13. Having to meet with the hospitals lawyer

    AnthonyD replied to Mhsrnbsn's topic in General Nursing

    They're going to ask you a lot of questions, and they only expect you to be as honest and accurate as you can. If you can't remember something, or you're not sure - just say that. But try your best...

  14. Incentives to orient new hires?

    AnthonyD replied to Lola Lou's topic in General Nursing

    No monetary incentives here, but I'm happy to do it

  15. Hair drug test requested

    AnthonyD replied to Ihmbcm's topic in General Nursing

    I think you are confusing "right to work" with "employment at

  16. PVT trick is 100% accurate

    AnthonyD replied to Ahoma1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Based on your same statistical sample, 100% of people pass the NCLEX in 75 questions. Edit to add: Congratulations on passing!

  17. Important , please read

    AnthonyD replied to briaairb's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you thought about going into research? You could work towards your PhD, which would fit your strength of book-smarts and not require as much of the "hands on." There is quite a lot you can do...

  18. Falsely accused of med diversion

    AnthonyD replied to kindia's topic in General Nursing

    I would definitely think about changing your practice. It doesn't take long to got to the Pyxis for a med once patient asks for it. Carrying it around in your pocket is just asking for trouble. You...

  19. Hands off my vent!!

    AnthonyD replied to adventure_rn's topic in Critical Care

    Once had a patient whose family member downloaded and read the entire user manual for the Drager Evita ventilator. He then fully adopted the role of the expert in vent management, making...

  20. June 2016 Caption Contest. Win $100!

    AnthonyD replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    They said we couldn't use razors

  21. June 2016 Caption Contest. Win $100!

    AnthonyD replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    We WILL get those EKG electrodes to

  22. Good ICU Nursing Books (Non Textbooks)

    AnthonyD replied to Crew2Nursing's topic in Critical Care

    Which

  23. Terminated. Pursue a Lawsuit?

    AnthonyD replied to ERgirlynurse's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, in New York State this is prohibited by the Dept of Environmental Conservation in order to protect our water. (Of course many people do still waste meds in this manner). Technically, we...

  24. Day 7: 2016 Nurses Week Caption Contest

    AnthonyD replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    There's a spider in your

  25. Day 6: 2016 Nurses Week Meme Contest

    AnthonyD replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    I really hope this was the oral