registered_nerdCW

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1. Feeling overwhelmed

   registered_nerdCW replied to CardiacDork's topic in Critical Care

   I'm right there with you. I've been on a cardiac floor for 4 years, knew my sh*t, advised Drs on what orders they should give, was a preceptor for new RNs, charge nurse almost every night...then I...

2. Win $100! February 2013 Caption Contest

   registered_nerdCW replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

   "Ok, enough running. Someone get me a straw, a shoelace & a safety pin. You've pushed me to have to break out the blow dart gun. Nurse MacGyver is administering this flu

3. One lead off

   registered_nerdCW replied to CAnurse2012's topic in First Year After Licensure

   No. Just like it can show a rhythm other than what the heart may actually be in. Sometimes a-fib or other crazy rhythms are shown when leads are too close together too. For accuracy all the leads need...

4. I hate night shift

   registered_nerdCW replied to carrie_c's topic in General Nursing

   I couldn't see myself doing any shift other than nights. I enjoy the night atmosphere better than the day one. I am able to see my family more with me working the night shift. Not to mention the...

5. that Pearson Vue trick...

   registered_nerdCW replied to csj50's topic in Virginia Nursing

   Worked for me too in the parking lot of the testing center. Wouldn't let me re-register; had a license the next