kmitch99

I am writing a paper in my BSN program about the constraints and supports to promoting caring relationships between ED RN and patients in the ED. I would love to hear your opinions on the subject. What do you feel are the issues that you face every day that either promote or hinder your ability to have caring interactions? Are caring relationships important in the fast paced ED? Is it even possible to provide them? Is it important to you? Let me know your opinion! Thanks

Great advice for even well seasoned vets!!! I have been flying for 6 months and have a long nursing history (20 years ED and ICU) and the best advice I can give you is to take it one flight at a time. You are a good nurse with great knowledge the big change is learning to trust yourself and your partner. Concentrate on one bag at a time, if you take a "house" bag out of your ship with every patient focus on that first, check it every flight, I kept a list in my flight suit for the first month. Learn your treatment protocols they are the rules you live by, this should be a first focus. Dont let mistakes make you crazy!!! After each flight discuss it with your partner, look at the choices you made and why, what should you have done or not done during the flight. Know that some days even climbing in the aircraft and getting the door secured is a major accomplishment.