CampNurse1

CampNurse1

Med-Surg, Ortho, Camp

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  1. trips

    CampNurse1 replied to RN4STUDENTS's topic in Camp

    Check your state's Nurse Practice Act on repackaging. Surprisingly, Alabama has a part of its Nurse Practice Act that addresses camp nursing. In our case, it specifically prohibits repackaging of...

  2. Good camp nurse nicknames?

    CampNurse1 replied to CloudySue's topic in Camp

    Better than Nurse Worse

  3. Employee health

    CampNurse1 replied to Alex Egan's topic in Camp

    It depends on the camp and its "camp culture." We have several policies re employee health and we go over this policy when we hire, and again during orientation. Here is some of it: We do not hire...

  4. 2014 camp work thread

    CampNurse1 replied to Alex Egan's topic in Camp

    We sure are a mighty small club! I like it! I am one of the very few full time camp nurses, I think. I doubt that there are more than 25 or 30 of us nation-wide. As it is, I have the luxury of...

  5. Good camp nurse nicknames?

    CampNurse1 replied to CloudySue's topic in Camp

    I was hoping for "Magnificent Fighting Stud." The nickname the staff gave me was "Papa Joe." We don't get to choose them,

  6. Prayer Before Surgery

    CampNurse1 replied to orscrubcutie1's topic in Operating Room

    When I scrubbed, there was one surgeon who looked around the room (after client was asleep) and would say, "Everybody happy?" He would not make first cut until everyone said yes. He would then say,...

  7. Camp Nursing: 10 Camp Lessons

    CampNurse1 replied to Alex Egan's topic in Camp

    Hey, Al, I'm sorry I missed your article until today! It is excellent. Your point about getting along and making friends is universal. I remember my first summer at camp. At that particular camp, I...

  8. tylenol?

    CampNurse1 replied to abcnurse77's topic in Camp

    At our place they can only bring meds in original containers. Our parents and caregivers get a medication instruction sheet that says this. It also says our nurses must follow the prescription...

  9. Fired from 1st Camp job

    CampNurse1 replied to Isitpossible's topic in Camp

    I've waited a few days to post, hoping to find a clear way to write about a very complicated issue. KA-THUMP! That is the sound of the nurse being thrown under the bus when things go wrong! We...

  10. Fired from 1st Camp job

    CampNurse1 replied to Isitpossible's topic in Camp

    Al, Cloudy Sue, should I weigh

  11. RN License plate

    CampNurse1 replied to esrun00's topic in General Nursing

    In Georgia, the extra fee goes into the general fund, and not a nursing specific part of the budget, so, no

  12. Ideas for transporting meds/first aide supplies.

    CampNurse1 replied to woozle1275's topic in Camp

    I would start with the question: What am I trying to accomplish? Am I just trying to provide first aid? Advanced care? Will I be providing medications for the band? Scheduled meds, or just OTC...

  13. Camp Nursing: Choosing a Camp

    CampNurse1 replied to CampNurse1's topic in Camp

    You sound very wise, SnowShoe, and a good nurse. I was mostly speaking from my own experience; I have made my share of mistakes over the years. I do my best to only make them once, lol. Thanks for...

  14. Camp Nursing: Choosing a Camp

    CampNurse1 replied to CampNurse1's topic in Camp

    SnowShoeRN, I am glad you are enjoying your summer. Camp nursing is pretty amazing, to say the least. Come and work for me next year, lol. I want to respectfully bring up an important point. I go...

  15. How's the Summer going?

    CampNurse1 replied to MrsMig's topic in Camp

    When do you guys find time to write, lol? Busy here. I guess the worst thing was bringing in a Lifeflight for a malfunctioning shunt with ICP problems (had surgery the next day). It took me a...

  16. Camp Nursing: Choosing a Camp

    CampNurse1 replied to CampNurse1's topic in Camp

    I wish you the very best of luck. You might get hooked! Let us know how your adventure turns

  17. Camp nurse uniform

    CampNurse1 replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Camp

    Totally Big Al, though I prefer a headlamp. I have to do a lot of catheters, lol. It's more important what you have in your head, heart, and go bag than what you are wearing. But, I do make sure my...

  18. Camp nurse uniform

    CampNurse1 replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Camp

    You want lots of pockets. Otherwise don't worry about it much. Everyone will know who you are pretty

  19. lump sum payment at end of camp?

    CampNurse1 replied to nanagose's topic in Camp

    Camps do this to keep you from bailing during the summer. I've heard that some camps forget to pay you if you leave early. I was offered a lump sum contract like this once that said pretty much if I...

  20. Education Topics for Staff Training Week

    CampNurse1 replied to m0lasses's topic in Camp

    Check with the Camp Director on what they would like you to teach. I had one pop a vein once when I brought up STDs and contraception. Otherwise, teach wellness, wellness, wellness. Teach hand...

  21. volunteer vs paid status as camp nurse

    CampNurse1 replied to jrbl77's topic in Camp

    Carry your own liability insurance. Even if the camp is sincere, the attorney representing the camp may find himself in a conflict of interest. It could come down to choosing to throw the nurse or...

  22. First time camp nurse

    CampNurse1 replied to Jdamitz2's topic in Camp

    Really good question, Big Al. You have to be an RN, LPN, or LVN to call yourself a nurse. It is fairly common practice in camp nursing for a non-nurse to refer to themselves as a nurse. Every nurse...

  23. 2013 Camp

    CampNurse1 replied to Alex Egan's topic in Camp

    I can't tell you where I work or I would have to hunt you down! We are off to a good start, with weekend groups scheduled all spring. I have been fortunate in finding great nurses this year, and am...

  24. Camp Nursing: Choosing a Camp

    CampNurse1 replied to CampNurse1's topic in Camp

    This is why it is so important to ask questions. I did not share my nightmare camp experiences, trying to be fair. It is amazing how many things can be not mentioned during an interview process....

  25. Young, Thin, and Cute New Hires

    CampNurse1 replied to TheCommuter's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am amazed at how many nurses are willing to stay with a hostile environment. I know there are many reasons for this, but the wrong job will kill you. Nursing is 1000 different jobs. Start...