lpnflorida

lpnflorida

psych. rehab nursing, float pool

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About lpnflorida

lpnflorida has 30 years experience and specializes in psych. rehab nursing, float pool.


Lpn since 1978

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  1. Daytonite has passed away...

    This saddens me, she was a great resource. RIP beautiful lady. I just realized its been about 7 years since I was active on this site. so much had happen,, My partner John had sickened... he died two years ago.. then a year of being in a fog. The se...
  2. How has Obamacare affected you and your employer?

    I really appreciate your survey.. You asked what peoples opinion were. You then appear to be negating what people are saying.. Just exactly what is your agenda in this?
  3. Healthcare for All: How Obamacare Impacts Nursing

    Yes,, however without the ACA your daughter would have not been able to stay on your policy most likely. Price also depends on what state you live in. and whether your state participated in expanding the Medicaid requirement or not.
  4. "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    Dr.Snyderman's statement on "NBC Nightly News," in which she says, "While under voluntary quarantine guidelines, which called for our team to avoid public contact for 21 days, members of our group violated those guidelines and understand that our qua...
  5. "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    I have not read anywhere where it says exactly what protective garmets this poor nurse was given to take care of the patient in the ICU in Texas . can you please enlightened us with the information that you have? thank you.
  6. "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    Esme,, thank you for the Evidence Based Practice. I would agree with that. but perhaps your hospital is using stronger bags than we have been using of late. No joke we bag and entirely too often the bag breaks apart, and this is occuring when not ove...
  7. "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    First off good morning, It's been along time since I have participated in All Nurse. I remember 30 plus years ago, We were taught and practiced double gloving. what goes into isolation never comes out of isolation. We always double bagged items that ...
  8. Grad nurse RN still looking for work

    I have worked in fort myers since 1999 and yes at Lee Memorial Health Sysytems. They are a very good employer to work for. We are five separate hospitals under the Lee Memorial system. I love this area and Tampa is not all that far from here. I have...
  9. What would you do?

    There is absolutely nothing wrong with visiting the nurse manager. Don't be afraid to sell yourself. Remind them if you have worked their unit in another capacity . Let them know what you enjoyed about your experience on their unit. If you have fri...
  10. How early is too early to give a PRN med?

    Sometimes it depends on the patient and their condition. If appearing lethargic, decreased respirations or slurred speech. I would not give it early at all. If not sedated I would consider giving it 30 min early. If med seeking, doubt I will give it ...
  11. Does suctioning trach's ever get easier?

    Technically, yes it gets easier the more you do it. Have I personally ever grown to love doing it? No way. It still bothers my stomach. I call it my achilles heel even after all these years.
  12. "Just" an LPN

    I complained of how some of our duties had changed due to new BON interpretations. The DON of the hospital put his arm on my shoulders and said. " Just remember you are the cheapest experienced RN I have" It was not a put down at all. I am the top p...
  13. Daytonite has passed away...

    She was such an wonder on this site. Knowledgeable, helpful, patience plus. I will miss her posts.
  14. PTO - how much do you get at your hospital?

    I only work 72 hours per pay period, I get 7.8 hours bi weekly, what you are receiving is the norm for a new hire. Are you working 12 or 8 hour shifts? Most places start out with what equals 2 weeks off for about the first 3-5 years depending on th...
  15. Explaining an F on your transcript

    I would explain it just as you have here if they happen to ask. Volunteer nothing unless asked directly. Your GPA should speak for itself.