MentalRn

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1. Tired of being treated like we are less than a nurse because we are not RNs!!

   MentalRn replied to misscutiecute2010's topic in LPN/LVN

   I agree that people can be cruel in our field. I do not understand why some think there must be a pecking order of such. I was a CNA and then went on and got my LPN in which I practiced for many years prior to getting my RN. It did and still does ups...

2. Alaska Travel Nursing

   MentalRn replied to ERRNinMI's topic in Travel

   I have worked on contract in Anchorage Alaska. I have worked at the Native hospital, Providence medical center and I did a contract on Ft. Rich military base. I had very good experiences. I would not however work in any of the remote areas. Stick to ...

3. Drug-Seekers

   MentalRn replied to inteRN's topic in Emergency

   I think this argument is one that could be heard in many ERs across the nation. If you treat all people that come through the door the same you will never miss something you should have recognized. :)

4. Fl LPN (in RN school) disgruntled over no job oppurtunities in Fairbanks/eielson area

   MentalRn replied to pcolaqtfighter77's topic in Alaska

   You need to check with the Department of Corrections up there they frequently hire LPNs thoughout the state of Alaska including the fairbanks area and they pay quite well. Go online and search on the Alaska job bank and you will see several listings....

5. LPN AND PROUD OF IT

   MentalRn replied to florianslove's topic in Geriatric

   you go girl! It never mattered to me if my superior was RN or LPN. The one with the most experience takes the cake.

6. Nursing Home v. Hospital?

   MentalRn replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in Geriatric

   I started out in LTC and have no regrets. In fact I chose it over a hospital position when first out of school. I loved my time spent in LTC. I now work in med/surg tele. I do not feel that I was lacking in skills when I left LTC. I spent 8 years the...

7. Just accepted travel assignment to Nome

   MentalRn replied to Hollyrobyn's topic in Alaska

   Pack warm clothing. Also bring any kinds of foods you may want that are dried or canned. Be prepared for detox patients like you have never seen before. I am currently in Alaska and it is an awesome experience, just be prepared for the change.

8. Has anyone went from ltc to hospital RN

   MentalRn replied to expo4u's topic in Geriatric

   Don't stress the LTC experience. You will learn plenty. I started my nursing career in LTC and I do not regret it. I worked for several years in LTC before going into med/surg. I did not feel lacking in my skills as a nurse.My transition to acute ca...

9. LPN Petition to Take RN Boards

   MentalRn replied to withasmilelpn's topic in LPN/LVN

   Well I for one think it is a good idea. Experienced LPNs should be able to petition the board. Some of the smartest well trained nurses are LPNs. Some of the dumbest, with zero clinical skills have been the BSN grads. I would rather work with nurses ...

10. Do you say you're a nurse...

    MentalRn replied to picurn10's topic in LPN/LVN

    I just say "nurse". I have worked as a CNA, LPN and Rn and we all do nursing, taking care of the sick.

11. Do You ever wonder why.....

    MentalRn posted a topic in Psychiatric

    Do you ever wonder why some people are drawn into the field of psychiatrics? I myself have only been in psych for about 7 months, previoulsy worked in med/surg, and ED. I thought it would make my career a little more well rounded and of course it pay...

12. Mixing Medications For Emergency Treatments

    MentalRn replied to New2ER's topic in Psychiatric

    I agree with the above post. I always have mixed the haldol w/the ativan, and given the benadryl by itself. When I'm not sure about mixing something I always call the pharmacy.

13. How many of you worked during school?

    MentalRn replied to ChrisAHF's topic in General Nursing

    I worked full time as an LPN while in RN school. I worked night shifts. Many places manily LTC offer weekend baylor plans where you can work 2 shift doubles back to back on Sat and Sun and get paid 40 hours with benefits, this would free up your whol...

14. I send pt home with heplocks!!

    MentalRn replied to luce2008's topic in New Nurse

    Try and not be so hard on yourself. We do all make mistakes. You certainly are not a bad nurse because of this. Your charge nurse and preceptor were GREEN at one time too, they just forget to mention it, they were not born with their nursing knowledg...

15. made a med error

    MentalRn replied to jelorde37's topic in LPN/LVN

    I think your honesty is refreshing. As a charge nurse I trust nurses like yourself because I know you will come to me when you have made a mistake, and we all make them. Lord knows I have made my fair share!