The hospital emergency room is the 24-hour body repair shop. It never shuts down, and you never know exactly what you will see, or how busy you may be. The emergency room is the specialty in nursing that encompasses care for patients of all ages, and all conditions. From delivering babies and providing resuscitation to trauma patients, the pace of working in the emergency room can often change minute to minute. Is Working in the Emergency Department Right for You? If you enjoy complexity, there is no question, emergency nursing has it. Some determining factors to decide if the emergency room is the right choice for you: Ability to shift gears and accelerate your pace as needed Good observation, assessment, and prioritization skills Multi-tasking ability Good interpersonal and customer service skills Stamina Good personal coping skills Assertive patient advocate Ability to maintain calm amidst chaos Good sense of humor Ability to think fas
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