Recent content by rujero

My 2 year associate degree RN program at a community college cost me about $14k. By working between 36 and 44 hours per week as an RN , I made $71k my first year. I know a lot of LPNs and many are fantastic nurses, but they are always expressing frustration over being relegated to the sub-acute...

What exactly does this mean? You're saying she aimed the tip of the needle toward the distal end of the arm?

My Classic II is a great balance of sound quality and price. I have had mine since 2012 when I started on the truck. The bell is great for auscultating different frequencies, but I rarely use it regardless of when I am in the pre-hospital setting or Emergency Department. Some people find the...

I've always been a fan of Rocky Boots. What used to be called the Paratrooper boot is now called the Jump Boot. They're about $120-$130 depending on the height. https://www.rockyboots.com/rocky/mens/footwear/rocky-side-zipper-jump-boot/FQ0002090.html?dwvar_FQ0002090_color=01#start=1

Years ago when I was doing 911 response in the Greater Boston area I was making $13.25 on a BLS truck. After my first back surgery I took a hit in pay and pride to work IFT for $12.50. After my second back surgery I went to nursing school.

Oh my god I died at this. This is a thing?!

Yeah that was my initial thought too. But I am guessing not in this case haha.

That's awesome. Keep it up Marlenis!

This is what we are rocking. Science for the win!

I'm going to just let it go at this point and keep a watch on my wrist. Agree to disagree I guess. Stay safe up there!

Well... that escalated quickly. I was just trying to be funny and keep it lighthearted man. I did read your post and you have great points about the annoyances of a watch, such as having to clean it ect. As much as reading comprehension will serve us all well in our profession, so will humility...

The OP is a BLS student. A watch is going to be an important part of his assessment tool kit to determine heart rate but also respiratory rate... and it looks trendy and professional. GOTTA look trendy and professional! ;) -r

I had just come off 3rd riding. On a transfer to Mass General one day I was pulling the stretcher out of the truck... the wheels were brought down but I held the trigger and the stretcher collapsed to the ground with the pt on it once the back wheels rolled off. It was right in front of a bunch...

Hahaha that's awesome! G-Shock watches have pretty solid bands. It's like you either have to go wicked cheap and accept the fact that it's going to get wet and die, or the band is going to snap frequently... or you invest in something waterproof, that lights up, and has a sturdy band. EDIT...

I wasn't trying to insult you lol, its just that at the BLS level I don't personally believe you could make use of a Cardiology scope, and as we all know, these things have a habit of walking away. I feel like the best advice to give someone starting Basic school is to save his/her money. If he...