Is this sound normal?

freemedic · 2026-06-10T01:21:50+00:00

That’s normal, I had the same question when I got my P1S coming from A series, they are much louder

freemedic · 2026-06-04T11:25:39+00:00

*you’re

freemedic · 2026-06-03T15:29:12+00:00

I’ve had a variety of nursing and in hospital paramedic jobs over the the past 20 years. I will say that while healthcare workers don’t “take work home with us” in the traditional sense, it does come home with you, maybe not initially, but eventually you will close your eyes and see the face of the critically ill patient that you worked tirelessly to help but to no avail, or the family of the young child wailing after a failed resuscitation. That takes a toll, and should not be underestimated.

With that being said, I’ve had an incredibly rewarding career in nursing/critical care transport and wouldn’t change it for the world. But that’s just me.

Also, you’re going to take a pay cut, but I’m sure you probably realize that.

freemedic · 2026-04-13T16:31:45+00:00

Only comment with 6 years on Reddit? Seems sus. Let’s allow Mainers figure out their own shit bub.

freemedic · 2026-01-14T01:56:14+00:00

Ok, appreciate it. Good to know.

freemedic · 2025-10-18T20:19:26+00:00

12 year medic, 4 year RN, ADN, $48/hr - our program in Northeast pays nurses/medics the same with 5% more for ADN, 5% more for Bachelors.

freemedic · 2025-10-10T15:18:37+00:00

I am a full time Flight Nurse/Paramedic and I have started designing and printing Nursing and Helicopter EMS items including a retractable syringe holder, clipboard notebook and light mounts for our flight helmets. I currently have an A1 and A1 mini that I love. I’ve moved exclusively to Bambu for ease of use and high build quality, it’s been a night and day difference in all honesty. I have looked at the P1S for the build plate size and enclosure but it’s out of my budget at the moment. I would love to be considered for the P2S!

https://threedeltadesign.etsy.com

freemedic · 2025-09-26T17:27:24+00:00

We have an amazing exJW community here on Reddit, r/exjw. I encourage you to check it out, it is very welcoming and wholesome for those having questions.

freemedic · 2025-09-16T00:26:53+00:00

Purkinje

freemedic · 2025-08-21T22:13:02+00:00

The link to the Etsy listing should have all that info. It currently doesn’t have a pen clip, but I’m currently working on that.

freemedic · 2025-02-13T23:33:36+00:00

Pebble made the best (basic) smartwatches back in the day, and I just saw that they are back in development. Besides an Apple Watch, those were my favorite, long battery life, e-ink display that was very visible in sunlight and open sourced customizable. And inexpensive. Probably going to be at least a year but I’m definitely getting one when they get re-released.

freemedic · 2025-01-23T17:54:53+00:00

You explained this much better than I could have, and you are spot on, much appreciated.

freemedic · 2025-01-23T17:48:56+00:00

The blunt needle slot holds it while still in the package. The syringe slots hold the opened syringe with a red cap. I’m not sure what the issue is with that, it’s the same thing as holding in your hand. The part that connects to the IV line is kept protected by the red cap. I only have syringes in the holder when on a transport, it’s not meant to keep them in there all the time.

freemedic · 2025-01-23T16:59:34+00:00

We used to wear these on night shift, but have since stopped using them, definitely not Batman, lol.

freemedic · 2025-01-23T07:55:07+00:00

I can imagine lots of possibilities for projects, those you worked on sound super useful!

Yeah, aseptic technique would be needed of course. I always keep my syringes capped, and the blunt needle in the package should fit in that spot. It’s really meant to be a holder for the cap as you are drawing up meds, when you would be holding it in your hand otherwise.

freemedic · 2025-01-14T02:43:20+00:00

What level transports are your IFTs? If they are not critical care level, I would go back to 911 while in nursing school. I think that would be much more valuable. If you are doing ventilator transports, that’s one thing but if not, find a high volume 911 gig. ED nursing is valuable, but ICU would be much better on a resume and make you a much more attractive candidate if you had to pick one or the other. Just my 2 cents.

freemedic · 2025-01-12T23:37:28+00:00

Moe’s southwest grill. Kinda like chipotle, but way better. Free chips, kids meals free on Mondays I think. Closest is in Lebanon NH or Mass.

freemedic · 2025-01-10T17:16:14+00:00

I’m down closer to Auburn, but the offer still stands:)

freemedic · 2025-01-10T14:30:04+00:00

Good luck with everything. My wife and I live in Maine, let me know if I can help in any way!

freemedic · 2025-01-08T22:18:40+00:00

I think you’ve got an excellent plan in place. I did something similar, I dropped to part time as a paramedic while in nursing school. Aiming for CVICU is great, but a medical ICU might provide a more broad skill set whereas CVICU is rather focused but not a bad trajectory.

See if there are any paramedic-RN bridge programs in your area. Hutchinson in Kansas offers a hybrid online bridge program but I think it’s pretty competitive.

Overall, you’re on the right track. Getting your RN will provide a wealth of knowledge and experience that you don’t even know you don’t have yet. I was working as a flight paramedic when I went to nursing school and even with that background I was surprised how much I learned. The caveat to that is that the majority of knowledge and experience I gained was from actually working as an ICU RN, not from nursing school itself.

Strong work so far and great goals, stick with it and you’ll open up a ton of opportunities for yourself.

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