In this episode, we go over the ins and outs of managing medications that are usually titrated. This includes concentrations, setup, and initiation. You'll also learn how to create your own IV manifold if you do not have any available to you! If you are a new grad or have been looking for a good guided journal for your nursing career then check out my NEW Nursing Journal on...

What if I told you that stressful events could cause the heart to literally be stunned? Well, that is exactly what Broken Heart Syndrome (otherwise known as Apical Ballooning Syndrome or Takotsubo) is and in this episode, we go over what (little) we know about it and how it is managed. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, we dive into what mean arterial pressure actually is and why it is so highly regarded in the ICUs (especially the CVICU!). --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we go over the basics of landing and recovering a patient after they come out from cardiac surgery. This episode gives a nice overview of what to expect in the first shift after OR has been completed. Care varies a lot case by case but the fundamentals usually stay the same. Use this as a backbone and grow your practice from it with personal experience. Check out my Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NurseDose Instagram: @nursedoseofficial TikTok: @nursedose Please consider...

In this episode we talk about an algorithm developed in Europe that addresses what should be done if a patient codes following cardiac surgery. It should be noted that this has not been officially adopted by the AHA here in the states but changes to ACLS are currently being looked at. Please consult with your providers and unit leaders before integrating anything into your practice. Accompanying article: https://academic.oup.com/ejcts/article/36/1/3/393715 Follow me on IG...

In this episode I explain WHAT ultrasound IVs are, WHY being able to put ultrasound IVs is important, and HOW you can get started putting them in yourself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nursedose/support

In this episode we go over a few different ventilator settings and their effect on our ABGs. I talk about some ways that our providers might change specific settings in order to combat respiratory caused ABG problems. Remember, this will not work problems that are metabolic in nature! Remember "Blow Off CO2" Be sure to follow me on instagram @nursedoseofficial, TikTok @NurseDose, and please consider following on spotify and leaving a review on iTunes! Thank you for listening! --- This...

In this episode, I  interview a couple of RNs that I trained when they were fresh out of nursing school. They talk about their orientation experience as well as what they did to land a job in the ICU right out of school. At the end we hear from a special guest that gives us a sneak peak into a future episode. Please like and follow the podcast on Spotify and iTunes! Catch up with me and stay up to date by following me on Instagram @nursedoseofficial.

In this episode we talk about central venous pressure or CVP. I go over what CVP is as well as how we measure it. I also go into how CVP may be effected and increased or decreased by common events in the ICU. At the end, I touch on CVP waveform...

In this episode I go over what I did to pass the CCRN and what you can do to pass it too! The books I talk about are listed on my website www.nursedose.org. Also, stay to the end to find out how to enter for a pin giveaway! Details will also be posted...

In this episode we go over the two pure vasopressor medications as well as the 3 inopressor medications that we routinely use in the ICU. We also review the different receptors that each medication interacts with as well as how these medications are...

Hey guys, so I'm currently getting my bearings on a new job and the episodes will be somewhat scattered for a little bit. BUT, I wanted to talk to y'all about something really important, especially with new nurses in high stress environments: BURNOUT....

In this episode, we go over the sad but realistic truth of how to get the biggest raises of your career. We skim over some finances that some people overlook and I try to help you realize what you are worth and how to get it!

This week's episode is a short crash course into ABG interpretation. This is only meant to get your feet wet with the concept of arterial blood gas interpretation. Respiratory Acidosis: decreased pH, increased PaCO2Respiratory Alkalosis: increased pH,...

Are you trying to get into a competitive nurse residency program? I've been there and I'm very confident that the tips and tricks I used during the interview are what got me the job. A good interview and resume can make or break your entire career. With this episode, I go through what you should have on your resume and what you should do to prepare for your interviews.

In this episode, we explore what, I think, is the most undervalued value in terms of hemodynamics. SVO2 is like shoving an O2 saturation probe into the pulmonary artery. This tells us a few things, but mainly oxygen consumption and delivery. Listen to...

This episode is the second in the series reviewing hemodynamic values. SVR has so much potential when it comes to clinical decision making but I feel like it is underappreciated. Remember Systemic Vascular Resistance takes into account your MAP, CVP,...

In this episode, I go through a talk that Dr. Weingart gave regarding new research and practices for intra-arrest management. I give my opinions and thoughts as an RN and speak on what may be beneficial to practice in the future. Of the topics spoken...

Alexa and Roger have been friends of mine ever since I graduated from nursing school. After working with me at my first hospital they packed up their things and started traveling around the United States. We talk about what you can expect from travel...

In this episode, my coworker, Carlo, joins me to talk about how starting off in the ICU was for us. We recap our individual stories and give hints and tips for those wanting to get into ICU nursing. To wrap it up, we touch on how the general public...

Hey guys and welcome to Nurse Dose! In this introductory episode, I talk about my nursing journey so far. There are a lot of challenges when going straight into the ICU right out of nursing school but I hope my story can help inspire you.

This episode marks the start of a new series on hemodynamics. I will be starting with stroke volume as it is one of the determinant factors of cardiac output along with heart rate. CO=SV X HR. There is a lot of information we can take away from stroke...

Utilizing the ultrasound to replace manual palpitation during pulse check.

Review of a talk on cutting edge cardiac arrest management.

An introduction and description of travel nursing.