Keep_Calm

Keep_Calm

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  1. 97% O2 with NRM

    Keep_Calm replied to iluvnoodles's topic in Emergency

    In my opinion, if he was sating 97% on 2L with a NRM, then maybe he didn't really need it in the first place...? You mentioned he was a frequent flyer. I had a pt. once who was so SOB and we couldn't...

  2. An ER nurse

    Keep_Calm replied to PerfectlyNumb's topic in Emergency

    AMEN!!!

  3. RN volunteer EMS and Emergency Dept?

    Keep_Calm replied to iliketosneeze's topic in Emergency

    In a small community (I'm guessing so if you have volunteer ems), I think it would be extremely beneficial to have the EMT cert on your résumé when applying for an ER position. If the hospital...

  4. CDC: 1 in 5 in US visit ED each year

    Keep_Calm replied to Anonymous865's topic in Emergency

    You are so right. Instant gratification fueled by technology is finding its way into healthcare. 'I feel sick and I want to know what's wrong right now and I don't want to wait to make an...

  5. Standing out on a resume

    Keep_Calm replied to ck12's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Working in healthcare while in school would be something...

  6. I want to be an lpn..

    Keep_Calm replied to Lb321's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    But I also don't agree with doing something purely because your boyfriend tells you to. Make a list of pros and cons and decide for yourself. Good

  7. I want to be an lpn..

    Keep_Calm replied to Lb321's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Are you doing it for the money or because you think you'll really enjoy nursing as a career? My opinion is that you should go for RN, take CNA/STNA classes and work in a nursing home or hospital while...

  8. Please NEED HELP - nursing student

    Keep_Calm replied to DatMurse's topic in General Nursing

    Chalk it up to experience! That's what clinicals are for. It sounds like the situation could have been a lot worse. Be thankful for the experience and thankful it turned out

  9. Emt or cna..which is better route?

    Keep_Calm replied to emily12345's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ^this

  10. LPN to.......CNA?!

    Keep_Calm posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been an LPN since 2003. I started off in a hospital and got very spoiled by the wonderful coworkers and exciting work environment. Long story short, I am now in LTC and absolutely hate it. I...

  11. LPN to.......CNA?!

    Keep_Calm replied to Keep_Calm's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Ok fair enough. I just see so many RNs who can't even find work, and ninety something percent of hospitals don't hire LPNs anymore--let alone in the ED..... I certainly don't think I am lowly, but...

  12. LPN to.......CNA?!

    Keep_Calm replied to Keep_Calm's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I just got the job in the ER!! I was definitely the underdog--LPN going for an RN position. What an amazing thing this has turned into! I guess putting myself out there and being willing to take a...

  13. Resume question... How should I write this?

    Keep_Calm replied to BolBol's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congratulations! How about: Registered Nurse, State of

  14. Should I question their training?

    Keep_Calm replied to TED_RN-to-be's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It depends entirely on the

  15. end of life care.. how could I have done better?

    Keep_Calm replied to miniangel729's topic in General Nursing

    I think you did a great job too. You did what any good nurse would do. You cared for your patient to the best of your ability, you consulted other nurses and the charge nurse, and you did everything...

  16. How to increase my chances!

    Keep_Calm replied to emerjensee's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Oooo! Sounds so hopeful for you! I think you did everything you could do for now. Unfortunately waiting is the hardest part. I am going through the waiting game now myself. Maybe a handwritten thank...

  17. Stuck at a potential crossroads

    Keep_Calm replied to MassRN11's topic in Nursing Career

    I went through that. I ended up getting an interview at my current employer after I had accepted and done some of the paperwork at another facility. I hesitated to even go for the interview but I did,...

  18. Resume Wording for Home Health

    Keep_Calm replied to 84RN's topic in Home Health

    I list employment like this: XYZ Employer City, State...

  19. I just need some advice on this one, and it's making me NERVOUS.

    Keep_Calm replied to sherabear's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow. That just sucks all around. I know how hard it can be dealing with patients/residents like that, but as GrnTea said, you cannot deceive a patient like that and yes, it's your fault. Valuable...

  20. Should I question their training?

    Keep_Calm replied to TED_RN-to-be's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It sounds horrible, I know. BUT--when you get into LTC, things change a little from a medical standpoint. A lot of nursing home residents have advanced directives-DNR or DNRCC. Sometimes there's a...

  21. Canceled orientation...does it mean I really didn't get the job?

    Keep_Calm replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This made me

  22. In what capacity can nurse's aides help nurses?

    Keep_Calm replied to TiffanyLe's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes, it would depend on the state but also the facility policy. Our aides in the facility I work in aren't even allowed to put cream (other than lotion) on a resident! You definitely would have to...

  23. Thank you note after 2nd interview

    Keep_Calm posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I had an interview with a unit manager 3 weeks ago and I sent a thank you note. I had a second interview 2 days ago with the DON. She gave me salary and benefit information and the interview went...

  24. Thank you note after 2nd interview

    Keep_Calm replied to Keep_Calm's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sent one.

  25. Canceled orientation...does it mean I really didn't get the job?

    Keep_Calm replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It does sound wired....better give them a call and get it straightened out. Good luck. I'm sure it's not as bad as you