red2ret

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1. Uhhhh, That's Kinda Personal

   red2ret replied to evastone's topic in General Nursing

   Or simply ask if they are willing to receive a blood transfusion, if needed. You don't have to ask the patient's religion then.

2. Uhhhh, That's Kinda Personal

   red2ret replied to evastone's topic in General Nursing

   This thread is pretty funny, though I feel bad for those that have had their feelings hurt. I know I have said some insensitive things to others and have had to apologize for hurting their feelings. I nursing school I was on my home health rotation ...

3. Perioperative position advice

   red2ret replied to Mickeylaw's topic in PACU

   I would say the PACU sounds right up your alley! Go for it! I worked 27 years in OR and appreciate and respect a skilled PACU nurse. Usually the PACU takes call, so take that into account when you make your decision.

4. Surgical clinical reviewer (NSQIP)

   red2ret replied to nadou109's topic in Quality Improvement

   I am too late to comment on your initial question, however...I love my SCR job. After 28 years in the OR, 18 at my current hospital, I had misgivings about transferring to this job. It has turned out to be such a blessing for me. Flexibility, no c...

5. Would you be content if you worked your current job/specialty for the rest of your career?

   red2ret replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

   I have spent the majority of my career in the OR. I love it, always have, always will. It is hard work, though and as I have aged my body has become less willing to endure the work load. I was lucky enough about two years ago to be able to take my...