ParalyticAgent

ParalyticAgent

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  1. American Mobile

    ParalyticAgent replied to Smiley6's topic in Travel

    Any problem I've had has been promptly and professionally handled. During my last assignment, I was promised linens and housewares for the housing. It turns out the vendor in the small town did not...

  2. Per-diem or Traveler

    ParalyticAgent replied to A_Flood87's topic in Travel

    I just want to point out that this isn't necessarily true. I received a 30% raise when I went per diem, and the cost of my insurance increased $140/month. That extra cost was absorbed by my...

  3. Considering Travel Nursing, but limited experience

    ParalyticAgent replied to mmills63's topic in Travel

    I almost started traveling at the 15 month mark. I was born antsy and ready to do something else. I am so grateful that I stayed in a staff position for another year, because the real learning happens...

  4. In person Cali BON endorsement experience.

    ParalyticAgent replied to DatMurse's topic in Travel

    Impressive. Ned, any thoughts on if it was simply having the livescan done in state or if going to the office

  5. Traveling vehicle

    ParalyticAgent replied to Comfort14's topic in Travel

    I got a great deal on a 2011 VW Jetta. It's taken me from the Atlantic to the Pacific and through much of Canada. Decent gas mileage, plenty of cargo space, and a comfortable ride. I'm looking to get...

  6. Rate First Assignment

    ParalyticAgent replied to DatMurse's topic in Travel

    I've traveled with NursesRX for two assignments. They are very fair and prompt with problems. I haven't had any of the issues I've heard can be a problem with AMN (who owns

  7. Affordable Care Act penalty as a TN?

    ParalyticAgent replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    I live in WI and was able to obtain a HDHP through the exchange for $227. I am not eligible for any

  8. Getting report during change of shift

    ParalyticAgent replied to CTnewgrad826's topic in General Nursing

    That's a completely different story than "The ER nurses hold on to patients for hours." If you can stop the constant flow of ambulances and my clear my waiting room of 30-40 patient waiting to be...

  9. Staying prn at "home" hospital

    ParalyticAgent replied to Lovelymo79's topic in Travel

    My facility allowed me to stay per diem and work my required hours annually (192) as opposed to monthly (16). It's a great way to be able to hang out at home between assignments and still have an...

  10. Do you carry around your stethoscope?

    ParalyticAgent replied to tarotale's topic in General Nursing

    You can't possibly be serious. How are you supposed to know if a patient is moving air better after a neb? How about if lung sounds are becoming more clear after diuretics? Cutting corners is going...

  11. Dallas- Ebola

    ParalyticAgent posted a topic in Travel

    Anyone else getting emails from recruiters desperately seeking ER/ICU RNs in Dallas? The funny thing is I was trying to get to a Dallas hospital for about a month and had SUCH a difficult time...

  12. No More ED Report?

    ParalyticAgent replied to FarmerFNP's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Can you stop the flow of ambulances and patients walking in, as

  13. Question to those who travel with spouse and kids

    ParalyticAgent replied to perfexion's topic in Travel

    Oh, that sounds like a recipe for trouble. Figure out how much money your budget allows for a "fun fund" for him, so he can be an adult and make his own decisions about money without having to ask you...

  14. Dallas- Ebola

    ParalyticAgent replied to ParalyticAgent's topic in Travel

    Perhaps the recruiters are stretching the truth, but PHP is stating that Dallas hospitals are specifically requesting ER and ICU nurses "in response to the Ebola situation." The second email I...

  15. Second ebola nurse "okay'd" to fly

    ParalyticAgent replied to babyNP.'s topic in Disaster Preparation

    Following your logic, I should constantly be quarantined. Just last night in the ER I took care of a patient with strep throat, c-diff, a wound positive for MRSA, and an influenza

  16. 2nd health care worker gets Ebola at TX Hosp

    ParalyticAgent replied to RN2B123's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I think DWB/MSF is plenty occupied dealing with the thousands of West Africans who have Ebola. If we are serious about stopping the spread of Ebola, we need to start in West Africa. DWB has...

  17. Travel Finances

    ParalyticAgent posted a topic in Travel

    Hi traveling friends! I'm looking to get started traveling this winter- I can't handle another midwestern winter! I've been working on making my resume as attractive as possible and I have a broad...

  18. Suture Removal without Medical Screening?

    ParalyticAgent replied to Chad Gardner's topic in Emergency

    I don't believe it's an EMTALA violation, but your physician group's legal people may take issue with it. All of our suture removals need a provider evaluation. It literally takes them 30 seconds to...

  19. There has to be a BETTER WAY to obtain a blood sample.

    ParalyticAgent replied to lady3's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    If you're still furious six months after a heel stick, perhaps you need to seek some sort of counseling. Lots of variables are out of your control as a parent, and you are going to see your child hurt...

  20. Post accident drug testing

    ParalyticAgent replied to Sassy5d's topic in Emergency

    In the EDs I've worked, it's been policy to request a urine sample for UDS only after a patient has been medically evaluated and treated. One ED went as far as to say the patient must be discharged,...

  21. Lost ID now and Nclex in a week.

    ParalyticAgent replied to mnelmac's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You can definitely get a passport in under 24 hours, but it will cost the usual passport fee, plus an additional fee of up to $250. Google passport expedition for companies that offer this

  22. Mothers - Postpartum teaching?

    ParalyticAgent replied to mmeezyy's topic in Ob/Gyn

    My last patient in my OB rotation had four children at home and had delivered the day before i was assigned to her. I was supposed to "teach her how to breastfeed," which seemed quite ridiculous...

  23. Residents....

    ParalyticAgent replied to mwlude's topic in Emergency

    I love working with residents. We all have to learn somewhere. When I was learning, I so appreciated the people who were patient and graceful when I had a million questions or needed guidance. I also...

  24. Leave new RN job before orientation starts

    ParalyticAgent replied to newrn887's topic in Nursing Career

    I accepted and later declined a position at a one hospital in order to take a position a different facility. About two years later, I applied again at the original facility and was immediately hired....

  25. ED tranfer.. No verbal report required

    ParalyticAgent replied to HeartRN13's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Lots of hostility towards the ED. We're all on the same team. In my ED, we have 30 minutes from the time the provider puts in the admission order to: get a bed, call report, and get that patient to...