In our facility, we frequently give Amiodarone peripherally. I have not seen an increase in phlebitis as compared to other running IV medications. Also, we do not have a special filter to use....
Renee_RN replied to Cynthia_S's topic in MICU, SICU
We are actually in the process of using the Arctic Sun machine for intentional post-resuscitation hypothermia. This is what we are supposted to do. We have policy in place that defines criteria for...
Can you use the same reference letters for all applications? I think it would be very difficult having a person fill our five letters of recommendation.
I will be finished with my BSN in March. I am currently an RN with two years ICU experience. Should I begin the application process this year or should I wait until I am officially finished with my...
I graduated from the program two years ago and it has served me well. There is the same BS paperwork and projects in all programs. I know several LPN's who did the bridge and were fine. Actually,...
Renee_RN replied to workingforskies's topic in General Nursing
I know there are nurse managers out there that do not agree with this post however I have to agree. As a staff nurse, I can name six shifts in the last two weeks where I have been forced to take more...
In our facility, nurses are responsible for set up, maintaining, and trouble shooting. CRRT patients are 1:1 and there is someone on call to answer questions if we run into problems.
My earlier transcripts are included in the 3.5 GPA from my ADN program...it was all the same university. I just am embarrassed about the fact I dropped a lot of classes and changed majors multiple...
I am having pre-application anxiety. I have an ADN, almost finished with my BSN. However, at the college I attended for my ADN program, I changed majors four times, dropped classes, and stopped and...
Renee_RN replied to HillNPStudent's topic in Cardiac
A friend of the family died of a massive MI at 29 years old. He had no health problems except a strong family history. Due to weather conditions, he was transported critical care ground versus...
Wow! He is an extremely lucky person. I have never seen a troponin that high (I have heard of massive MI pts with these numbers). Is the extremely high troponin due to a massive, global ischemic...
Hey Mike, Can you explain a little more about dynamic platform and the impact it has made on your son? Also, can you elaborate on your experience with relocation? My son was diagnosed early (1 year...
Thank you for your advice. I have spoke to all schools and have been encourages to apply however I know that a community ICU would heart my chances. Also, the GRE scores meet the criteria to get in...
I have worked in a Community ICU for approximately 1.5 years. We take care of medical, surgical, and coronary ICU patients. I am very comfortable with vasoactive medications, ventilators, A-lines,...