traumaRUs MSN, APRN

Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU

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    To Zenman - please reply!

    traumaRUs replied to andy25's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You can PM him very
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    Urine dip=> + blood, negative nitrates

    traumaRUs replied to lvan0904's topic in Advanced Practice

    Up to Date is a wonderfully concise resource too. Get your practice to purchase it for
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    Let me ask sort of a blunt question

    traumaRUs replied to elmonorojo's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thick skin is a universal
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    need advice again...please give input

    traumaRUs replied to lvan0904's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Was the ankle fx a result if significant trauma? Probably needs malignancy work up. S-pep, u-pep, abd ct,
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    First job offer questions

    traumaRUs replied to JMC5678's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Wow Riburn3. That is
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    New NP @ post acute care setting---need advice!!

    traumaRUs replied to lvan0904's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The post acute area is very different environment. I went from level one trauma center ER to chronic hemodialysis units. I get the culture shock. I was very frustrated with the perception that I...
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    PICC nurses in the workplace

    traumaRUs replied to provas's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Going to move this to infusion nursing as not CNS
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    Are NPs and PAs "Interchangeable"

    traumaRUs replied to TakeBack's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Our practice uses the terminology: APN/PA and hires them equally. Again, it depends on the individual. Great
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    Clonidine Use in the Chronic Unit

    traumaRUs replied to westieluv's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    But then their BP will rebound! Makes no sense and dangerous
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    New NP @ post acute care setting---need advice!!

    traumaRUs replied to lvan0904's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    1. If the DON doesn't have "much of a presence" then you must set the tone: don't accept a nurse/CNA, etc just plopping stuff down on your desk. Firmly inform them that you will take care of that...
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    Emergency Department to Dialysis

    traumaRUs replied to ErinRN84's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    My RN exp is mostly level one trauma center. I'm now a dialysis APN. ER was by far more stressful. The RNs in the units I go to all get breaks and lunch, something I never could do in the ER. The...
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    Clonidine Use in the Chronic Unit

    traumaRUs replied to westieluv's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    HTN can always be managed. Yes, it might take a combo if up to five meds, but if a pt is compliant with meds and fluid restriction, BP should be controlled. Prn clonidine should not be used after...
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    First job offer questions

    traumaRUs replied to JMC5678's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Have an employment attorney look over the contract. Best $300 I ever spent. also do you get travel pay? Current govt mileage is $0.565 per mile. I travel extensively, about 300-400 miles per week...
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    Drexel ACE 24 Fall 2014 (new program)

    traumaRUs replied to Musing2014's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Reminder : pls do not include names of individuals per our terms of service.
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    Who does that?!

    traumaRUs replied to exp626's topic in Nurses Recovery

    You all are amazing. I have a close family member who is an addict, did something bad and will be paying for it for many yrs. and yes, I can attest to the 2am visits from police officers. The stress...
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    Can A CNS work as a staff nurse?

    traumaRUs replied to dreamct's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    Yes, because you have the education. I would certainly obtain malpractice insurance that would cover
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    Is it legal to give a friend insulin before meals?

    traumaRUs replied to mommasgirls's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    No way would I do this - as an RN you are held to a higher standard. Believe me, this family probably couldn't sue a friend who isn't an RN if something happens. However, you with your brand new...
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    Test review by professional

    traumaRUs replied to vonnieb63's topic in General Students

    We understand that this test has caused you some issues. However, sometimes one has to accept what life hands us (fair or not fair) and go forward. To perseverate on this one topic, is only hurting...
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    Salary expectations for a US NICU nurse in the Middle East

    traumaRUs replied to spanishlace's topic in General World

    Per our terms of service we do not allow soliciting for recruiters on AN.
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    Sad & Angry

    traumaRUs replied to brenda1234's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OP, I think you have gotten some good advice. Take
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    Brewster Tech vs Erwin Tech - Tampa FL

    traumaRUs replied to RN is my goal's topic in Florida Nursing

    Moved to FL Nursing for more
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    PLEASE HELP!!! Pediatric Dosage Calc.

    traumaRUs replied to #NurseRiley2016's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Merged two threads for
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    Quick tips on Combating the Commoditization of the nurse practitioner degree

    traumaRUs replied to chillnurse's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You and I don't agree on everything but we do agree about selfies while at work/clinical. That at commoditized word is a new one on me. course I'm just your average (and apparently today due to my...
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    Offered a new job after only 3 months at current job

    traumaRUs replied to tuscanydreams's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Why not shadow your friend for a few hrs and see what the job is really all
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    Bergen Community Nursing Day 2014

    traumaRUs replied to MissD<3's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Per our terms of service please do not name staff