CoolhandHutch

CoolhandHutch MSN, RN

ER, OR, Cardiac ICU

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  1. Medicare For All H.R. 676

    CoolhandHutch replied to pickledpepperRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I think there'd be a rude awakening when the total cost for a government sponsored program was realized. I read the links and there's nothing more there than "pie in the sky" hopes... and further, a...

  2. What nursing shoes do your recommend?

    CoolhandHutch replied to XtineRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Crocs baby! And don't fall for the

  3. Associates RN-BSN or straight BSN?? Which route to take???

    CoolhandHutch replied to RedHeadRN2b's topic in General Nursing

    *DISCLAIMER* This is NOT ADN vs BSN. IF ultimately want your BSN and have: 1. The time 2. The money Do it now. It's more practical and '2 year' programs are only that if you have your pre-reqs....

  4. doesn't like being a cna

    CoolhandHutch replied to nursewannabee's topic in General Nursing

    Never wanted to be a CNA, never wanted to work LTC...so I don't and haven't. The discussion of 'Do CNAs make better RNs' reminds me of the 'ADN vs. BSN'. Put it to rest already. If it's one thing our...

  5. Really getting nervous now! Did I make a big mistake?

    CoolhandHutch replied to HillNPStudent's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Bluestar hit it right on the head- I think you are reading more into the comment then you need to be. A bit of apprehension & anxiety will make you a bit sensitive and hyper-alert. I would imagine...

  6. what treatment do patients who present with migraines......

    CoolhandHutch replied to froghair's topic in Emergency

    We do Zofran, Toradol (for those that aren't *allergic* to it) and Phenergan. Then we'll add mag sulfate and valproate acid IV (Depakote) which works very well. Imitrex IM is sometimes used, as is 4%...

  7. adn to bsn - Schooling whilst Nursing Full Time

    CoolhandHutch replied to rockermom's topic in General Nursing

    I'll graduate with my BSN in December of this year- I work full time and have a family as well. My wife is a 'stay at home mom' and that's surely a plus. I have been going full time and my employer...

  8. REST BREAKS for Nurses in The ER

    CoolhandHutch replied to AngelGirl's topic in Emergency

    If you are a under a union contract with your hospital this should be spelled out quite clearly. You then will have grounds to file a grievence if this situation arises. Furthermore, if you are indeed...

  9. Most Frequently Used ED Meds

    CoolhandHutch replied to SkateBetty's topic in Emergency

    Obecalp...very strong stuff indeed. Potentiates meperidine, profound effect in drug seekers. I've given ketoralac to patients where "Toradol never works". Seems to do the trick. Learn what...

  10. ER the most physically demanding?

    CoolhandHutch replied to dm22's topic in Emergency

    Take into consideration it's not only the floor you work on that can be demanding- it's how well you take care of your body. I'll sound like your mother here- eat right, get plenty of sleep, EXERCISE...

  11. Need a change: OR or Criticical Care

    CoolhandHutch replied to Platow45's topic in Nursing Career

    $3000? Save your money. I started in the OR and was trained to scrub first and circulate later. Your hospital should having some sort of program for this. My two cents? I went from the OR to the...