BklynHeightsRN

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  1. I can't do chest compressions (CPR) will I be terminated?

    BklynHeightsRN replied to 42pines's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. Although the OP is legitimately disabled and restricted, if it is a requirement of her job, the employer should have the right to terminate. It is not discrimination in this case because they...

  2. Emergency Calls- How long do we wait?

    BklynHeightsRN replied to Amethya's topic in School

    An adult's airway is NOT the same as a child's airway - a child's airway is VERY reactive and can close up so quickly and so tightly. A blue kid has got to be one of the scariest things I have ever...

  3. Emergency Calls- How long do we wait?

    BklynHeightsRN replied to Amethya's topic in School

    You did the right thing, and I totally agree there should be a protocol in place in case something like this happens in the future. Ultimately it is your decision as the only employed healthcare...

  4. Had a day that reminded me of why I became a nurse.

    BklynHeightsRN replied to mmc51264's topic in General Nursing

    Awesome! I miss being in codes in the ED - it's been years. So exciting and you're right, everyone comes together beautifully (usually), even if the patient dies, you know you did all you could....

  5. Needing some advice from a GI Nurse

    BklynHeightsRN replied to angarr1's topic in Gastroenterology

    No worries - GI has opened a whole new world to me, I'm in love! Thanks for the compliment and wishing you the best of

  6. Pathology Question

    BklynHeightsRN replied to BklynHeightsRN's topic in Gastroenterology

    Thank you for your input! The specimens we submit are smaller ones, I think. 9 times out of 10 they are for IBD patients just checking for dysplasia every 10cm. We don't take out as many polyps at...

  7. Endoscopy Nurse Books??

    BklynHeightsRN replied to eemurse's topic in Gastroenterology

    There is this amazing book called The Little GI Book which highlights GI patho and specific patient complaints (which can be pretty general and a lot of them are the same) with diagnostics and...

  8. Denied PTO for my marriage

    BklynHeightsRN replied to ryuunohime's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I hear you 100%, but when I worked in a hospital people would just switch days off. You were required to work 13 shifts a month with at least 3 shifts a week, so if my colleague needed X day off I...

  9. How to become a specialty nurse and treat patients with hepatitus C?

    BklynHeightsRN replied to Cieritaqt's topic in Gastroenterology

    I agree - you'll get more Hep C experience in transplant than GI. Though GI encompasses the liver and many Gastroenterologists are Hepatologists, not all are. Many docs I know are more of the portal...

  10. Good GI triage book?

    BklynHeightsRN replied to RunBabyRN's topic in Gastroenterology

    I don't know about triage specifically but there is the most amazing book called The Little GI Book which highlights GI patho and specific patient complaints (which can be pretty general and a lot of...

  11. Needing some advice from a GI Nurse

    BklynHeightsRN replied to angarr1's topic in Gastroenterology

    An Office-Based Surgery GI practice would be a good place to start - typically no weekends or holidays and set hours to allow for school. You'd most likely be in the rooms assisting with procedures...

  12. Denied PTO for my marriage

    BklynHeightsRN replied to ryuunohime's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Oh man, they DO sound strict!! I'm not sure if it's been mentioned before, but maybe you can ask around for coverage? If my colleague was getting married and she asked me, I personally would do it...

  13. NURSING SHOES!!

    BklynHeightsRN replied to Cherry7496's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    My Dansko Pro XPs were amazing, but I'm a bit of a clutz and rolled my ankle a couple of times in them. I wore them for a little over 2 years before they started looking a little worn so I donated...

  14. Had my first colonoscopy today

    BklynHeightsRN replied to TheGooch's topic in Gastroenterology

    Yep, that's normal for such short procedures. There is a very very low risk for infection when the IV is only in for an hour or so. I've never personally experienced or heard of anyone else...

  15. Had my first colonoscopy today

    BklynHeightsRN replied to TheGooch's topic in Gastroenterology

    I am 35 years old and have had 4 diagnostic colonoscopies, and 7 EGDs. I have GI issues to say the least! But I'm thankful I can relate to my patients, tell them exactly what to expect, etc. If you...

  16. Biopsy Forceps. Who handles it? PLEASE HELP

    BklynHeightsRN replied to nursing90504's topic in Gastroenterology

    I'm sorry to say, hayest, but there is no way a doctor can do a colonoscopy alone. I don't think you understand the process of taking a biopsy. The doctor sees exactly where the jaws of the forceps...

  17. Biopsy Forceps. Who handles it? PLEASE HELP

    BklynHeightsRN replied to nursing90504's topic in Gastroenterology

    yes, it is absolutely legal as long as they are trained. And most places do this as it is less costly to have an RN in the room at all times. RNs are the only ones who may inject the site (Epi, NS,...

  18. Insight into endoscopy nursing

    BklynHeightsRN replied to Metrorphan's topic in Gastroenterology

    Very simply, the level of stress depends on how often you work in the rooms. I worked in ambulatory endoscopy and rotated between phone calls, pre procedure and recovery (sounds like you have those...

  19. New Grad in Endoscopy

    BklynHeightsRN replied to umslalum's topic in Gastroenterology

    Personally, I started in the ER and while I loved it, I longed to be in a more controlled environment and more of a specialty. I thought it would be OR, but took a job at an ambulatory endoscopy...

  20. Best Resource--new field

    BklynHeightsRN replied to chickadeepie's topic in Gastroenterology

    The Little GI Book by Douglas G. Adler (~$25) was my bible when I first got into GI over 2 years ago and I still find myself brushing up on topics with it. It's a good size to carry in your purse, is...