HikingEDRN BSN, RN

Emergency Department; Neonatal ICU

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    Fix me NOW (but on my terms or I'll leave AMA)

    HikingEDRN replied to HikingEDRN's topic in Emergency

    The patient left but really should have stayed. The floor had no idea how lucky they were
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    How do I get ER experience??

    HikingEDRN replied to j.cruz.rn.13's topic in General Nursing

    You have probably considered this but what about the ED in your hospital or one in your hospital system? Sometimes it is easier to make an internal transfer. My ED has taken several nurses who...
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    First week of work down as a GN and I am struggling!

    HikingEDRN replied to 1Jessie86's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I wasn't even a new nurse (2 years) but I went from NICU (as in neonates, not neuro) to adult/peds ED. I had only ever done NICU. Oh man, it was a learning curve. Plus, my preceptor was relatively...
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    I/O in ER

    HikingEDRN replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Emergency

    Haha - I thought the same thing. I actually do make every effort to document I/O (intake and output, that is) if I've given Lasix IVP. I try to leave a hat by the bedside and usually if they are...
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    Night Shift Dulls your brain

    HikingEDRN replied to Emergent's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Not sure where you work but there are plenty of those shifts in the ED. I work noon-midnight and I'm fine with that but I only work two days per week. I couldn't stretch it to overnight though. I...
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    That glorious feeling....

    HikingEDRN replied to brillohead's topic in Private Duty

    Our saving grace is that all shifts, no matter how horrible, will end at some point. It may be later than you wanted but it WILL END. And bacon does fix everything
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    Should I wear this to the next staff meeting?

    HikingEDRN replied to Guttercat's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This one probably wouldn't be a good idea either
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    Do you keep clothes in your office?

    HikingEDRN replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Oh I don't mean to derail the thread but I misread the title and thought the question was "Do you keep your clothes on in the office?" I thought, well this will be interesting.... Seriously, I like...
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    Hey doc

    HikingEDRN replied to motherof3sons's topic in Emergency

    Aw, sorry you've had to be at the ER so much. I hope your son is
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    It's nice to know I can still be moved

    HikingEDRN posted a topic in Emergency

    Yesterday, an elderly man came with multiple co-morbidities with a surgical emergency that, of course, was inoperable due to his age and condition. His family decided against interventions and he was...
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    Should I take a job that pays less in order to be home at night with my child?

    HikingEDRN replied to kathrn's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I would take the job that better fit my family life. Also, the pay cut might not be as much as you think if you give up an hour long commute. You'll save a lot on gas and wear and tear on your
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    Rules for Triage

    HikingEDRN replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Emergency

    I had a guy stroll casually in. I was about to ask him if he needed help but he turned away from the desk and went into the bathroom. He was in there a few minutes and he came out and up to the...
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    Newbies Who Want to Pay ZERO Dues Schedule-Wise

    HikingEDRN replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I actually made a calculated decision to not apply at a hospital where I otherwise would have loved to work when I graduated (jobs were a bit more available then) because the units rotated. I knew...
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    Well, I didn't expect THAT answer...

    HikingEDRN replied to jadelpn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I asked an 85-year-old lady why she had come in that day and she looked at me and said in a deadpan voice, "well honey, I'm afraid I might be
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    Your Specialty & Why

    HikingEDRN replied to AspiringNurseMW's topic in General Nursing

    ED. I love the pace and the variety of the patient population. I love that I only have to put up with a difficult patient for just that shift (generally) and that while I may have to see them next...
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    Opinions needed...

    HikingEDRN replied to Gingerbell's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations
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    Undergrad books used in grad school?

    HikingEDRN replied to MallysMama's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I have referenced my textbooks quite a bit in graduate school for papers and case studies. I graduated from my BSN program in 2008 so they weren't that
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    Ever work with people who talk about church all the time?

    HikingEDRN replied to Nola009's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm stealing this...
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    What makes a COB crusty?

    HikingEDRN replied to Pepper The Cat's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I still use paper towels for EMS report at the bedside (before I have the patient in the computer). I call it my stationary :) Also, kudos to your
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    Second Semester Nursing Student Educates Staff

    HikingEDRN replied to mclennan's topic in Nursing Humor

    Love this website! Here's another one :) Nurse Relieved to Find Out that Patient's Family Member's Aunt is a
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    Did you know? "Code Brown" means tornado. . .LMAO!

    HikingEDRN replied to delphine22's topic in General Nursing

    At least the people assigning the codes appear to have a sense of
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    Did you know? "Code Brown" means tornado. . .LMAO!

    HikingEDRN replied to delphine22's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed.
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    Did you know? "Code Brown" means tornado. . .LMAO!

    HikingEDRN replied to delphine22's topic in General Nursing

    I used to work PRN at a hospital that had a Code Brown. Are you ready for this? Code Brown meant bomb threat - I would have snapped a picture of the back of my badge to prove it but I had to turn it...
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    Doing the "Right" thing...

    HikingEDRN replied to PhotoJenic's topic in General Nursing

    The doctor was making fun of how the patient sounded? Un-freakin-believable ... and sickening And this is coming from an ED nurse who frequently (for the sake of my sanity) receives comic relief...
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    Interview attire help.....

    HikingEDRN replied to kathyhinsh's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I think your outfit sounds great. As far as the jacket, if the dress is sleeveless, I would definitely do it. If you have sleeves, I don't think it's necessary unless you would feel more...