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  1. Sterility

    fusionfire32 posted a topic in Operating Room

    Hello fellow or nurses, Have a question. Where do your surgical tech stand during surgery. I was taught to set up according to the side the surgery is going to be and stand opposite the side of...

  2. Anyone with experience of new Epic installation into a hospital?

    fusionfire32 replied to HandmadeRN's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Yes. I am aware of the 1% cap rate. It's really hurtful. However, you got to look at a bigger picture. The benefits of working for nhs are more than you can imagine. I only realised that once I am...

  3. Anyone with experience of new Epic installation into a hospital?

    fusionfire32 replied to HandmadeRN's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Hi there, If you look at my profile, I am originally from London, UK and have moved here to the U.S.. Not sure what the UK program is like but understand this. US has had electronic health records...

  4. Anyone with experience of new Epic installation into a hospital?

    fusionfire32 replied to HandmadeRN's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Hi, I am in an Informatics program and to be honest, EPIC certification currently is gold dust. I would give anything to get my hands on it. If you have a bit of experience in implementation, trust...

  5. Sterility

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Operating Room

    Hi Guy, There are many ways to set up and the one that you mentioned is one of them. the only problem may be in that situation is when an assistant is involved, it does not leave a lot of space for...

  6. Sterility

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Operating Room

    Hi rose, Thank you. I can now confirm that I am not silly in implementing that. Do you have any research to back that up. I want to ensure best practice. Actually, I had an argument with a RN...

  7. job search after being terminated

    fusionfire32 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I sincerely need advice with this situation. A bit of background. I am not a new nurse but I am new to USA. My education is not from USA and neither is the culture. Long story short: I passed my...

  8. job search after being terminated

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I worked in the OR for 7 years doing multiple specialities. What I have learned so far, aseptic techniques and sterility concept never change and neither does the technique to operate. I have used the...

  9. job search after being terminated

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for your support and you are right on target as to what happened. It has been a confidence shattering experience. I am tri lingual and I understand 2 more languages but don't speak them. I...

  10. Peri-Op 101 Final Exam

    fusionfire32 replied to Nurse Neddie's topic in Operating Room

    How long was the course if you don't mind me

  11. Overwhelmed

    fusionfire32 replied to nurse482488's topic in Operating Room

    Hey girl, I feel ya. Recently I have had a dito experience as you describe. Only difference was that I was experienced OR nurse from a different country. The terms are different, slang is different,...

  12. UK nurses in the united states

    fusionfire32 replied to Chisgig18's topic in International Nursing

    Yes I did. At that time, city Uni was offering a program to make hours up. Is the last one to be offered. And that too because I only had theory hours to make so it was no problem for

  13. UK nurses in the united states

    fusionfire32 replied to Chisgig18's topic in International Nursing

    I moved here in June this year from UK. I started the process for cgfns in 2009/10. Passed my NCLEX in Oct this year and landed a job in Nov. Not started working yet as start date is in Dec but the...

  14. Hi folks

    fusionfire32 posted a topic in Operating Room

    I am thinking of taking the CNOR certification, but I dont know where to start. I looked up on AORN website and I am not sure what books I need to start studying. Anyone who has recently undertaken...

  15. Hi folks

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Operating Room

    No problem. Actually thank you very much for being so kind and helping me out. I looked at the mometrix website and they are actually giving the hard copy of the book and flashcards I belive for...

  16. Hi folks

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Operating Room

    Hey gabino, did you pay for the CCI and mosby?? I had a look and I think the free versions don't offer much. Please guide

  17. Hi folks

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Operating Room

    You and Msanity are awesome. I really appreciate your help. The thing is that I am originally from UK and I am not familiar with USA and hence the anxiety of prepping. I asked CCI and they said I...

  18. Hi folks

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Operating Room

    Thank you so much for you reply. One more question. How long did you prep and did you read both cover to

  19. Hi folks

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Operating Room

    Hi meresanity, did you not buy Alexander book?? I will definitely look at the mometrics. Where did you get yours?? I will check Amazon out. Did you purchase the standards?? I was thinking of taking...

  20. Cone Health NEW GRAD program

    fusionfire32 replied to wootwoot's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Hi zipzip. I will be interviewing soon for cone. How is it like working there. What benefits are there. Do they pay for advancing your career. How is the pay like?? Staff and environment? I would...

  21. International nurse seeking the first job assistance

    fusionfire32 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hello Fellow nurses, I am completely lost here. Back where I come from (UK), I am highly skilled with 6 years of experience in my specialty (OR). I recently immigrated to the USA and I feel that no...

  22. International nurse seeking the first job assistance

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    No. Actually I do not know anyone. I am also trying to figure out LinkedIn. I start voluntary work on 27th. Hopefully I will be able to network. Thank you

  23. International nurse seeking the first job assistance

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I am licensed in my state. But I think the problem is that I don't have any US experience. I don't know if any employer will count my UK

  24. International nurse seeking the first job assistance

    fusionfire32 replied to fusionfire32's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi HouTx, I have a valid green card so i am ok in that respect. I will check to see if there are any free standing surgical clinics. I will surely keep you informed. and thank you for your

  25. transferring my licence to ga

    fusionfire32 posted a topic in Georgia Nursing

    Hi all, I recently passed my NCLEX RN exam and I needed help with information regarding the transfer of licence. A bit about myself. i am an international nurse and i originally applied to GA board...