CAVER RN

For myelograms/LP's we require sterile tray set-up, sterile drapes and prep on pt. Radiologist wears lead gown, sterile gloves, and mask. All others in room are "clean". With the exception of long hair being up in a hat. The biggest study I found was the use of masks being critical. Our infection rate, to my knowledge, is 0.

I arrived to radiology via Critical Care. This position originally was caring for outpatients in radiology as well as transporting critical care pts. to radiology for exams and procedures. As this community hospital has grown, they split the duties and I now remain in the radiology dept. I assist with all stress testing, biopsies, myelograms, LP's as needed and to recover. I love it! You can check out the Association for Radiologic and Imaging Nursing http://www.arinursing.org/ ~Sarah

1. Airway, Breathing, Circulation. 2. The patient's pain is what the patient says it is (whether you believe 'em or not) 3. You are always being watched as a student. Managers and employers will notice the ones that stand out, and they all communicate with each other! Never, ever...goof off. Always look hungry to learn.