KatieBell

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  1. just a query really!!

    KatieBell replied to janejoeben's topic in Emergency

    In most hospitals in the US, we have a variety of protocols that nurses run off. Everywhere I have been has had ones to cover fever and asthma. The best place I ever worked ran almost entirely off...

  2. ED security

    KatieBell replied to KatieBell's topic in Emergency

    Leahjet- that is too funny, plunger to face- you know who's going to have to fix up the face after right? My first ED job was in a "Zero-Tolerance" facility, the Manager was extremely serious about...

  3. Felt so smart...for just a second!

    KatieBell replied to belfry's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ohhhh, well, he was probably noting that you were very helpful... and that is not always the case in clinical time. :) :)

  4. Can I be a good nurse, I hate being a CNA

    KatieBell replied to NurseLatteDNP's topic in General Nursing

    Switch positions. It is that simple. When I worked as an Aide, my first job was on a dreadful combined Ortho/GI (what a combo!) floor. It was heavy work and I did not enjoy it. I had a casual...

  5. To believe or not to believe (the patient)?

    KatieBell replied to lisa1130's topic in General Nursing

    Most self reported information is either supported, or not supported by objective signs. What we get to do is to combine the subjective statements with the objective observations to make a complete...

  6. Am I weird or what?

    KatieBell replied to NurseyBaby'05's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I hope you did something nice to celebrate

  7. High School Senior in search of nurse to shadow

    KatieBell replied to staririnasakura's topic in California Nursing

    Probably best to CALL the HR department of any Oakland area hospital. Explain your situation and I think they will be able to hook you up. Nurses aren't allowed to just bring someone to work with...

  8. Suggestions for additional training

    KatieBell replied to vampiregirl's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I would look into getting certified in ACLS and PALS. Unlike TNCC, unregistered people can take these courses. Most do not because of course you can not give the drugs, but as you will be...

  9. Thank you gifts for nurses?

    KatieBell replied to mitchsmom's topic in General Nursing

    If it is a particular nurse you want to thank- and the hospital has one of the coffee shops that so many have now (Ours is called the Oasis?) They sell coupons for an individual coffee/drink/chai...

  10. Do I want to do this career?

    KatieBell replied to LizB's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Also not a first year nurse (been there did that.) I agree with your Aunt. Working as a Nurses Aide is an excellent way to prepare for nursing. Many people go out and "shadow" a nurse for a day...

  11. Is it too soon for me to look for a job?

    KatieBell replied to hmboykin76's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Heather, some people probably are looking for jobs. I would suggest you start in January. Right now, people are interviewing the December to be grads. May grad interviewing usually starts in...

  12. Charting and blanks

    KatieBell replied to Jabramac's topic in Emergency

    Chances are- if a lawyer is asking why something was left blank, at this point the blank is no longer "not applicable." Better to put no complains, or no abnormal findings.... for the templates that...

  13. How much to reveal in interviews?

    KatieBell replied to bigmona's topic in First Year After Licensure

    In general, you are going to be interviewed by the Nurse Manager of each of the prospective units the recruiter has decided to submit you to. So, in each of thes areas, it would be worth your while...

  14. flushing question

    KatieBell replied to LISAMAR's topic in General Nursing

    Couple of ideas: Yes, when fluid is running off a pump (as it often the case in the ED- where I also work), I do sometimes pinch off the line, push and then let it run, push again, and let it run,...

  15. Question about Trachs

    KatieBell replied to mpbc25's topic in General Nursing

    Papaw, I learned to use those trach care kits upon graduation...and I graduated 5 short years ago. I guess thats what working in the state hospital was all about.

  16. Question about Trachs

    KatieBell replied to mpbc25's topic in General Nursing

    When I worked ICU- we used to clean out the inner cannula in a trach care kit and replace it. It was actually one of the procedures that used to make me nervous. Back in the day (before my time)...

  17. Hello from Michigan

    KatieBell replied to sarahjonam22's topic in Travel

    Getting to USVI will probably be the quickest- and as far as climate, most warm in January! I sent you a PM with some information, so check your Private Messages.

  18. Help in career choosing PLS!!

    KatieBell replied to mynameizjim's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Maybe a good thing would be to follow around (shadow) a LPN, RT and a Surgical Tech for a day. You might find you really find surgery boring and that you like working with respiratory issues or love...

  19. Documentation

    KatieBell replied to DizzyLizzyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry never worked med surg. but I'll say each hospital I have been at has different requirements: One had Vitals every 4 hours, and some sort of note every two hours. The one I am at now has vitals...

  20. Can anything be done about feeling like a waitress?

    KatieBell replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in General Nursing

    When I was a Nurses Aide, I used to go around and do scheduled vitals. Of course at that time, I was bombarded with multiple requests. (Especially if the nurse had not gotten there yet). I had a...

  21. World Nursing, Please Read

    KatieBell replied to Cguertler's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked in several African countries and a few in latin America. In these instances, I have only had to provide appropriate documentation of my education to whomever I was working for. The...

  22. Have the floors poisoned me?

    KatieBell replied to MikeyBSN's topic in Emergency

    I think of it as a bonus. If I have a particularly difficult patient, I know that patient will not be there the next day. I always start Fresh. Every ED of course has a frequent flyer program, so...

  23. Having Second Thoughts

    KatieBell replied to land64shark's topic in Nursing Career

    Remember that NICU infants have parents that have HUGE psychosocial needs, that you as the RN will have an opportunity to meet. I thnk the only place where the concious patient contact is really...

  24. Am I weird or what?

    KatieBell replied to NurseyBaby'05's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm sure you will find out sooner. My state does a criminal background check, and I also made the mistake of taking the test right before a holiday

  25. Nursing Home Job

    KatieBell replied to piscesgirl's topic in General Nursing

    Get certified as a CNA, usually the class is only about 6 weeks. And you are very employable, even if the job is a bit tough. You could also go to work as a dietary