TheNurseMan

TheNurseMan has 14 years experience and specializes in ICU,Acute Care, LTACH, Post Op /Recovery.

Latest Activity

1. Mo to Tx licensure endorsement question

   TheNurseMan replied to The Bell Jar's topic in LPN/LVN

   When are you moving permanently, or are you sure you are going to? I live/work in Kansas City, Missouri, and work in Dallas,Texas also. I originally worked in Texas on a Colorado license (Colorado was my home and remained such at that time), so I u...

2. document signing

   TheNurseMan replied to carolinalpn's topic in LPN/LVN

   Yes, I would speak with your supervisor WITHOUT delay....... If the orders aren't signed/implemented in a timely fashion, and pt harm should result from a dose not being increased/decreased and/or given/not given, both yourself AND the day nurse co...

3. I just got a needle stick after injecting a pt. SQ :(

   TheNurseMan replied to sydneyxmoon's topic in LPN/LVN

   I agree with "In My". I have managed to obtain 3 needle sticks in my career (No, I'm not not uncoordinated, just luck of the draw. Be aware of unexpected pt movement, one went into a seizure just as I pulled out the needle), another time the pt jer...

4. IV ceritified questions?

   TheNurseMan replied to NurseLearningForLife's topic in LPN/LVN

   Yes, you are "eligible", but you may have a few additional hoops depending on the state. Was your IV certification included in your initial license (are all LPN's who study/license in your current state automatically certified or were you required t...

5. So overwhelmed

   TheNurseMan replied to cvenable's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Hey There, Yes, it is a normal feeling. I would be more worried about you if you didn't have concerns. Absorb as much as you can, tackle one thing at a time, and be contented with what you have accomplished. Though it is important to achieve the b...

6. One more old guy headed to LPN school

   TheNurseMan replied to red2003xlt's topic in Male Students

   Congratulations! I think you will be amazed at what you bring to the table. Your life experience has afforded you skills that young nurses have yet to realize in their own lives. You have a more advanced understanding of the world that will be most...

7. Concorde vs. American Career College

   TheNurseMan replied to joliemolie's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Hey there. You are around the same age I was when I attended Concorde in Denver, Colorado. I really feel that Concorde was indeed the winning choice! It was not an easy program (okay, it kicked my butt) but I wouldn't change a thing. After gradua...

8. New agency nurse, please help!!

   TheNurseMan replied to megan0321's topic in LPN/LVN

   Megan, I am not trying to add to your nerves here, but I must agree with "TraumaRUs". My best advice would be listen to your gut. If you feel over your head, your probably are, and once you accept the assignment you're in it for better or worse. I...

9. aaaahhhhh! should i leave now?

   TheNurseMan replied to aeolus's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Hey There, Let me begin by saying that quitting is not the answer, ONLY a last resort. Even then, I would make sure you are enrolled in a new program before doing so, or procrastination may end up your funeral. There is a big difference between "fe...