gailsey01

Communication between nurses is key and also where we lack in our profession. It it vitally important to remain the patient advocate and gather all information important to deliver good care. Many times I have received reports that a certain history was indicated by the patient frim the ER nurse and never included in their history in the chart. Vital history is a must in order to have a complete understanding as to our next critical step. We gather history again after the admission is decided, however, as an ICU nurse, my priority is to quickly reverse my patient's critical state and to maintain stability. So, therefore, communication is key as it should be for all types of admissions regardless of where they are admitted to. We need to gel and make nursing a friendly world and stop arguing amongst each other. Find a common ground and work towards our common goal....the patient who depends on our excellent care and 100% attention with our unlimited knowledge. @ROCKON/NURSEON