RogueRN

RogueRN

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  1. Rant: Physician pagers!

    RogueRN replied to BridgetJones's topic in Operating Room

    Pagers and cell phones are getting to be such a distraction (disrupting counting, etc.) that our healthcare system (not just hospital) might take action. They are thinking about piloting a project...

  2. Dear Surgeon

    RogueRN replied to Scrubby's topic in Operating Room

    Definitely report this. As soon as you get Risk Management involved, an investigation can be conducted. The last thing the hospital wants is a lawsuit!!! Always CYA (cover your ass) with...

  3. No wonder other specialties don't think OR is nursing!

    RogueRN replied to PetiteOpRN's topic in Operating Room

    When I'm with a nursing student, I don't look at it as "selling" my specialty --- more like sharing my passion and enthusiasm for what I do. I have found that they appreciate it when I take the time...

  4. set up how do i proceed to work with these people

    RogueRN replied to RNOTODAY's topic in Operating Room

    I'm so sorry that you're going through this. As someone who used to work in HR, I would DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT her behavior and include exact quotes on what she said. Always act as...

  5. scrubbing and draping

    RogueRN replied to StakRN's topic in Operating Room

    How about YouTube? Draping FYI... AORN has videos on draping. Ask your nurse educator if your department has these or if they can order them. Good

  6. O.R. orientation 6-9 mos. or 3 mos.?

    RogueRN replied to LAM2010's topic in Operating Room

    Do your preceptors fill out eval forms for you every day? If so, can you look at them and get feedback right away? Sometimes the feedback varies from preceptor to preceptor. If I were you, I would...

  7. I need some serious, honest advice.

    RogueRN replied to usernamehere's topic in Operating Room

    I don't think you need to send any details of the patient's condition or identity to the hospital leadership. All they need to know are the details of the surgeon and anesthesiologist's bad behavior....

  8. Is it like this everywhere?

    RogueRN replied to carluvscats's topic in Operating Room

    It's not like that everywhere, but if sure feels like it's starting to become that way. Hang in

  9. I need some serious, honest advice.

    RogueRN replied to usernamehere's topic in Operating Room

    The behavior of the surgeon is COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE!!! You definitely have to step up and report it. There are several options... 1) Many hospitals have what is called a "Business Conduct"...

  10. How long does it take to love your OR job????

    RogueRN replied to divokevan's topic in Operating Room

    You're right... Sometimes you don't know until you are in the trenches. In retrospect, when I was considering this job, I broke one of my basic rules of thumb and went against my gut instinct. I...

  11. Clothing under scrubs in OR

    RogueRN replied to qbfan413's topic in Operating Room

    No exposed clothing in our OR. I wear a tank underneath and a cover gown or

  12. How long does it take to love your OR job????

    RogueRN replied to divokevan's topic in Operating Room

    When you first start in the OR, whether you are a new grad or an RN w/no large OR experience, it is going to be very challenging --- knowing where supplies are, surgeon's preferences, process and...

  13. Level 1 trauma?

    RogueRN replied to Leaninstreet's topic in Operating Room

    Just to add to what Kingbandit said, you will see the worst of the worst type of injuries. Make sure that you've got some good coping mechanisms because at the end of the day, it can affect you. I've...

  14. Do you address the residents by title or first name?

    RogueRN replied to BridgetJones's topic in Operating Room

    In the beginning, I usually call them Doctor, but usually we wind up calling each other by our first names, especially when you work so closely with them. In front of the patient and when I return...

  15. 2009 On-Call Pay Scales

    RogueRN replied to openheartmary's topic in Operating Room

    Chicago, IL Level I Trauma Center (very busy) $5/hr Time and a half when we get called in, 2 hr

  16. OR Questions.

    RogueRN replied to Fowldogg's topic in Operating Room

    There are many teaching institutions that have nurse residency programs in the OR (as well as in other areas). I've worked in 3 large hospitals (two Level I Trauma Centers) and they teach RNs how to...

  17. back into the work force questions

    RogueRN replied to NanikRN's topic in General Nursing

    What is your specialty? Perhaps you should create a profile on LinkedIn.com and join some of the nursing groups. They have a forum and job postings as well. Also, there are plenty of nurse...

  18. New to the OR

    RogueRN replied to lesliehaynes0625's topic in Operating Room

    Great advice so far... I would like to suggest getting into a ROUTINE so you don't miss anything. For example, when I'm circulating this is how my day goes: 1) Check my assignment 2) Get morning...

  19. Good Book?

    RogueRN replied to luvscrubs's topic in Operating Room

    Check out http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/surgeryvideos.html to see surgical videos. This will help you visualize what to expect. Good

  20. What would you do?

    RogueRN replied to IsseyM's topic in Operating Room

    While it seems like the administration feels confident in your abilities, it doesn't sound like they are concerned about your mental well-being. Try finding ways to manage the stress (running/working...

  21. Have you ever seen an RN work 4-hour shifts?

    RogueRN replied to mikethern's topic in Operating Room

    My cousin started working 4 hr shifts in her hospital's OR (Wisconsin) after she had kids. Now that they're all in school, she picks up extra hours when she can. Eventually she plans on going back...