NutmeggeRN replied to River Song, RN's topic in School
I use the clear shoe bag and in the front have a piece of colored paper with their last name and exp. date. This blocks what is in it (privacy) but makes it easy to ID is someone needs to come and get...
NutmeggeRN replied to nurseinthenorth1's topic in School
Sounds like anxiety to me...even though we cannot diagnose! I would insist on a release to speak to any and all MDs and/or mental health professionals. And when that is in place, send along their...
Don't sweat the small stuff. Cutting is not usually a sign of imminent suicidal ideation. It is a release valve for emotional pain. If she has a history of active suicide attempts I would be more...
NutmeggeRN replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School
I had a great mentor who guided me thru those first few years. I took every training and opportunity I had to further my skills and knowledge. As we moved toward certification in NH, one of the most...
NutmeggeRN replied to cowboysandangels's topic in School
The one on the NASN site. Can't put my hands on it right now. I think I'll get an updated one (if available) before I commit to a date to test. Yes, I like the systematic layout of the book and have...
I have one and am very thankful. He does regular training, and wears a uniform. He is not likely to be considered a suspect in the event out of town officers respond to a shooting in my building....
Her point is relevant... to many of us. While I disagree with some of yours., I have no need to to call you irrelevant. that is just not professional or
I just took a great course "StopTheBLeed" and am now able to teach my staff. The good tournaquits a in the $30+ range bu tthe trauma dressings about $5. Meeting with the Emergency Planning Team this...
Ooh, I would never do that. We always had to have a provider when we did them in the Family Practice office Iworked in, I would be afraid of a reaction I could not
NutmeggeRN replied to CampNurse10's topic in School
I am in it for the long haul, here for 24 and 10 more (all things being equal!) to go. I will never get the health insurance that I have now for the price I have now. I contribute to the state...