jtruland

Unfortunately, even outside the pandemic I've seen way too many vaccines given in incorrect locations. On the bright side, this is likely better than those who inject into the bursa.

I carry a stack of small scrap paper (letter paper torn in quarters, usually). When I come in and get report at beginning of shift, I take short notes for all rooms on one piece. As I go through the night, I use a new piece for each pt. I can jot allergies meds hx assessment and vitals. When pts leave I can shred that sheet and keep moving. I don't have a fixed layout, but I tend to do allergies meds hx along one side, assessment findings down the other. They become almost like a card file I'm my pocket.

The ccrn review ronsrn is referring to is by Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio. Here's a short clip of her speaking (, to give you an idea I'd what to expect.

Had it happen to us once last year, lasted a couple hours. Of course we had to make sure we had someone to turn over to days! Since then we've come close once or twice. We're 29 beds.

Oh, and as far as co-worker or patient respect... I've never had an issue with either aside froma comment or two from elderly dementia patients.

First off, congratulations on passing your NCLEX! I am also a bigger nurse, at 5'9 and 350. I started out last year in an LTACH (basically vent rehab/tele outside of hospital). I stayed there for about four months and then got into an er position. Best move I've ever made. Even on busy days, I never feel as drained as I did working the LTACH. If your passion is ER, go for it. Good luck in the search!