emilym1

I put mine in my right scrub pocket or my right cargo pocket (when working EMS) and have not lost it yet. As SOON as I am done using it, I swab it with an alcohol prep and back into my pocket it goes. I also do not allow anyone else to use or borrow it "even for a second." It is a cardiology IV so I would be devastated if it walked away...

Thank you for your informative and thorough post! I truly appreciate your time. I have a paper that describes my scope of practice (I can give almost everything except for ACLS drugs and diprivan up to this point) so I will be sure to make plenty of copies incase they get misplaced. Another question for you as a follow up... since I have worked as an ED tech and am comfortable placing patients on the monitor, obtaining vitals, EKGs, etc. should I let the nurse know that in advance? Or just let him/her see me do it a few times? That is why I am here to get a jump start on the things I should be doing/expect when I do my time in the ED. I know it will be different than when I am working as a ED tech, but hopefully I can make a good impression and learn as much as possible! Thanks again! Emily

Hello :) I wish I could have found all white ones, but here are some options for future reference if they bring out more colors... I have VERY flat feet and horrible knees (thanks cheerleading and softball!). Asics has always been great for me and greatly reduced my pain. Two of the types I recommend are the 'FuzeX' and 'FuzeX Lyte'. You can actually go onto running shoe store websites, type in your info (height, weight, foot type) and they will suggest shoes for you! That is how I found the FuzeX line. I have included a link below if you are interested :) Good luck! asics fuzex lyte white - Google Search

Hello Nurse friends! I am beginning clinicals as a paramedic student. I have previous experience as a CNA as well as an ER tech in a busy urban ED, just to give some background. I am looking for any advice/tips that will help me be of assistance to the nurses (my primary preceptors) because I have been told that if I assist with the small stuff, they are more likely to pull me aside for the bigger stuff. I know I am there to learn, but I also know how appreciative my nurses are when I help them out. What things can I do (proactively or asking) to make the best impression? I am open to any suggestions or advice and truly appreciate your time. Also, I know in healthcare, (esp. the ED) that food is never ​a bad idea :) Thanks! Emily