Registered ER Nurse Career Guide and Counseling

Question: What classes do u take in order to become an ER Nurse.Or do u just need to be a Registered Nurse? I don't know if u just need to be a registered nurse to work in the ER or do you need a special training for it. Help!

Answer: You need your RN degree. Once you have your RN a hospitial will hire you into a training program for ER nurses. So, in other words, once you are an RN, the hospital will train you. While you are in school, use your elective clinical time and spend it in an ER.

Question: Can a Registered Nurse work as a Paramedic? Or would an ER nurse be a fair equivalent? I've always wanted to work in EMS, but the pay, career opportunities, and advancement options seem better in nursing. I don't want it to be about the money, but it's a consideration I must make while going back to school because I have family and my current pay is equivalent to most nurses pay now. I've worked in healthcare for 10 years now and I am looking to transition to another field that will feel more rewarding in helping people.

Answer: No, a Registered Nurse cannot work as a Paramedic. The simple explanation is that they require two different licenses. For example, if you have a driver's license does that mean you can drive a semi or a motorcycle? No, because they each require different licenses. Now, if you have a nursing license, obtaining an EMT license is probably going to be easier for you, but you'll still need to meet the qualifications for both - which utlimately means different programs (although they will have some things in common, like anatomy & physiology). Which is better? That is up to you, Emergency Room work can be just as fast paced and exciting as working on an ambulance. But, the focus is completely different. One thing that you might want to consider is that some Emergency Rooms hire paramedic/EMTs to work in the ER as pseudo-nursing assistants. They are normally called ER Techs, and are similar to what nursing assistants do on the floors in a hospital. I know alot of EMTs who moonlight at their local ERs. That way, you could have the best of both worlds. If you can, find someone who works in the local ER and start asking questions. Then, go to the local ambulance service or school and ask to speak to a counselor.

Question: I want to move to Boise Idaho Does anyone know how much a Registered Nurse in the ER makes?

Answer: My cousin lives in Boise Idaho, and is a RN, she works in a rest home, and she was making $25 hr. 12 yrs. ago, before she moved to Idaho, and she makes very little there now..but has met Christian fellowship there, so she is happy with less money...

Question: Can I send flowers to a nurse in the ER? A friend of mine works as a registered nurse in an ER. I wanted to send her flowers and balloons. Is this possible? Or will they be rejected?

Answer: Of course you can. A pizza would be nice too.

Question: ER Physician or Registered Nurse? Which career would be a good career to go for? Which would you go for and why? Tell me the pros and cons.

Answer: You don't choose a specialty until after you finish medical school. You need to decide if nursing or medicine is what you want to do. Nobody but you can answer that question.

Question: Do Registered Nurses who work in the ER have the same schedule every week? For example, if a nurse worked 3 days a week 12 hours per day would the nurse work the same days of the week each week. For example, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Answer: no..you rotate days...and weekends...i guess it depends where you work as well

Question: Can I become a surgical technologist before I become a Registered Nurse? I figure that it will take me about a year to get all of my prerequesites in order, and then I can become a registered nurse. I've also heard that it would be good experience, especially since I want to work in either the OR or ER. oh, and In my state, there arent many jobs for a certified surgical assistant ( an advanced surg tech). Do most people just become promoted into this position?

Answer: Yes you can become a surg tech while waiting to get into nursing school. A lot of people are competing for surg assist type positions (RNs PAs, SAs etc) so that could be why you do not see many postings. If you want to be an OR RN that would be quite helpful.

Question: What are the beginning steps in becoming a nurse? What are the steps into becoming a nurse? I''m hoping to get some advice from nurses to help me in the future and help me understand what to expect in the beginning phases. I will be going to SIUC for two years and transferring to UIC for the remanding two years. I want to be a registered nurse working in a hospital. I am hoping to get a job either as an ER nurse or a nurse like in the tv show "scrubs" (i don't know the professional term). I will be nursing in Chicago.

Answer: Does the school you want have a nursing program? If not, you'll need to find a different school. If you're going for your bachelor's degree in nursing, usually your first two years are spent working on pre-requisite courses and general education courses necessary for the degree. The pre-reqs are usually in the sciences - biology, chemistry, anatomy & physiology, microbiology, etc. You take these during freshman and sophomore year, apply to your school's nursing program during your sophomore year, then once accepted start the nursing courses during junior year. Nursing school gives you training in a wide variety of areas, so there wouldn't be special courses to take in school to specialize in the ER. Once you're licensed, essentially all jobs provide you with on-the-job training for several weeks or months.

Question: Quickest route to (CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist? What is the quickest route to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. I know the requirements already. A Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) or other appropriate baccalaureate degree. A current license as a registered nurse. At least one year’s experience in an acute care nursing setting. Graduation from an accredited graduate school of nurse anesthesia. And pass a national certification examination following graduation. But what is the quickest way to get all of this done? I am thinking of going to a community college to get an associate and then take the RN test and then get into a RN to BSN program which is 1 year, so I would have my BSN in 3 years. Then get a job at a hospital (how long does it take before one can work in an acute care nursing setting?) work in like the ER for a year then apply to a graduate school of nursing, and it would take like 3 years to get my masters then take the test to be a CRNA. Or When I go in to the RN to BSN program I work as a part time nurse and do school part time. I would get my BSN in 4 years but I would already have the one year experience so I would not have to wait a year before apply to graduate school. Which is better? Or do you have another shorter route? How long does it take for a new RN to be able to work in an acute setting.

Answer: You could go to an assoc. program, start working in an ICU to get your requisite year of experience while working on your BSN. In theory, this would take 3 years at the least. However, some associate programs take longer than 2 years to complete. Keep this in mind when looking for ADN programs, also make sure they are NLNAC accredited. As far as work, some nurses believe one should work med/surg for a year before doing ICU. I believe this is an antiquated idea as health care has become very specialized. If you are sure you want to be a CRNA, go to ICU. Specifically, a big cardiovascular/surgical ICU. Do not go to the ER or PACU. The CRNA schools are looking for specific things that you will experience in the big ICUs every day like ventilator management, titrating drips, swan-ganz readings and interpretation. You just don't get enough experience in the ER or PACU. The hospital I work for will hire you into the ICU right out of school and even has an intern/extern program so check out your local hospitals. I would try and talk to a unit manager while you are in school to perhaps get a foot in the door. Keep in mind, CRNA school is extremely competitive and I can't stress this enough. There are people applying that have master's degrees, NP's, and even some med school behind them. You have to bring the whole package. Grades, GRE scores, CCRN cert., a personal committment that you are able to communicate well and great experience. Many applicants have to apply 2 and 3 years in a row to get in. You will learn more as you progress but there is no shortcut. Oh, and one other thing. Make sure you know what being a CRNA is all about. Try to shadow one for a day. Many people pursue this career because the money is good but believe me, CRNA's earn every penny. Good Luck!

Question: registered nurse salary in mobile Alabama? What is the highest RN salary that the nurses know about?. Are there any good RN jobs in Mobile?. Wanted to locate near the ocean. Looking for ER, ICU, MED SURG,or LEGAL: NURSE JOBS.ANY JOBS FOR NURSES WITH JD DEGREE.?

Answer: The typical salary for a Registered Nurse in Mobile, Alabama ranges from $19.45 to $23.44/hour. Of course, nurse salaries vary depending on experience, work setting, and other factors. To find more accurate salary data for your specific Registered Nurse position, you can take a free salary survey at PayScale.com. http://www.payscale.com/?src=yahooA Hope that helps, Assistant to Dr. Salary