I have a similar story...I've been a nurse for 2 years, working ED the entire time. I also did a 6 week practicum in ICU right before I graduated. I loved the intensity of ICU, but, like you, found it...
911kristin replied to brainkandy87's topic in Emergency
When they say that to me, I always say, "Good! I'm always up for a challenge!" That way I get psyched FOR it, and not psyched OUT! 9 times outta 10 it works and they end up saying how great I am! Try...
911kristin replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Emergency
My Favs: STEMI, Trauma, Code, Septic Shock....you know, the ACTUAL sick ones! I also enjoy a drunk from time to time, I love to laugh at them and have a good time! Real Mental Health Evals, not the...
911kristin replied to lyrabella's topic in Emergency
To all my FB friends, please do not post status updates about "almost had to go the the ER today" as if you REALLY almost had to go, you wouldn't be on FB to tell about it. Also, do not post updates...
911kristin replied to nursegirl75's topic in Emergency
I love the Nike Shox too and have had my same pair for about 1.5 years and they're worn out! My problem is I can't find the same ones (they're discontinued) or ones that fit my dress code! (All...
911kristin replied to Wantoknow-rn's topic in Emergency
It's amazing how patients always say they can't provide a urine sample, but when I inform them of our policy to give them 20 minutes to pee, then we will go in after it (I&O cath) they are able to...