Chris___RN

Yeah, that thought has crossed my mind. It's insane to me that even if LEO's are sued the government pays the bill(ie: taxpayers). Really holding them accountable for their actions...

Thanks for the input. I have been looking into NYS good samaritan laws. The answer is of course, ambiguous. I am not identifying myself as an EMT/Medic, or even a nurse. I don't think that having medical supplies on hand implies a duty to act, but that doesn't stop anyone from trying to sue. https://law.justia.com/codes/new-york/2015/pbh/article-30/3000-a

Thank you for this! While I don't intend to be injured or arrested I'm aware that is a possibility.

Thanks. The group is organized in the sense that we coordinate beforehand, bring basic supplies, pass out water/snacks, and walk around to spot anyone potentially in danger or need of assistance. Beyond that, this is not an official group, it is not a non-profit, there is no certificate or business license.

Hi! Since every living person in the world knows about the protests against police brutality I don't think I need to go into any great detail about it. The point is here is not debate over that. What I'm curious about is the implications of providing medical care at a rally of march NOT associated with any institution or employer? I am a licensed RN, I work at a local hospital. I went down to the first unorganized protest with some basic first aid supplies because I wanted to help if able. I was then put in contact with a small volunteer medic group here. My city had a large rally over the weekend(2,000+ people) and I joined this volunteer group to assist. So basically, it was me(9 year RN), 3 former EMT's, 2-3 people with CPR/first aid(not in the medical field), and 1-2 with no medical training or experience staffing a 2,000+ person event. Because protests are considered "unsafe"(even this one that was permitted) local emergency services/ambulances will not staff or have anyone on site. In fact, the two blocks surrounding the permitted protest site were barricaded off with cement barricades. I had to carry a young girl who fainted from heat exhaustion two blocks just to get her to where EMS said they could meet us. Anyways, I guess I'm just wondering if anyone else has been in a similar situation? I have a decent amount of in-hospital experience(2 year med/surg, 5 year ICU, 2 year hem/onc), but I've never worked outside of a hospital. My concerns are more on the legal standpoint, and ya know, not losing my job. There is always the risk of being arrested at any protest, and I don't know what effect that would have with my employer. It's a lot to unpack but any advice or personal experience in the area would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Thanks. Any suggestions on good schools considering I have 25% completed, and will likely be working part time so I may have much financial support? I would prefer a mixture of in class and online. I'm not too crazy about these online "get you BSN in 3 months" kind of programs.

Hello, I'm currently in Upstate NY, but may be moving to the surrounding Philadelphia area because of my wife's work. We prefer not to live in the city, most likely a small town close by. She will most definitely be working within the city. I have my ASN, and have two years of med-surg, and will have 1 year of Medical ICU experience when we arrive, all in a level 1 trauma center. I work in a teaching hospital and would prefer one in the city. From what I hear it is difficult to find work without a BSN, I am about 25% completed, and plan to finish when we move. Any general advise about finding work? Any decent hospitals close to the city that I might have better luck with? Would I be more or less likely to the find a job if I was looking for part time or per-diem work in the "BSN preferred" hospitals? Thanks!