FanofCamo

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1. LPN relocating to TX any Texans help is appreciated

   FanofCamo replied to FanofCamo's topic in Texas

   Thank You Thank You!!! I will start making calls tomorrow. I am excited but scared that I am not going to find work. Thanks a bunch.

2. Child does not want g-tube removed

   FanofCamo replied to AmericanChai's topic in Pediatric

   I am not a mom but I am a pediatric nurse so I am going to give my worth. Do what they say to do with pacifiers and take her to build a bear and have it sewn inside (after its cleaned or if its a mic button use a new one) that way she will have a ce...

3. PALS certification

   FanofCamo replied to Sara5229's topic in Pediatric

   The link that I saw the other day said to contact the local american heart association. I too am looking into this course but just now started looking. I have even thought about contacting the local fire school since they also teach paramedics.

4. Soooo EXCITED.......and nervous too!!!!

   FanofCamo replied to arcoiris's topic in Pediatric

   With pediatrics always remember you are not only treating them but also the nervous parents and sometimes grandparents who are over your shoulder. And if you ever feel like you are unsure at least act like it at the time in front of parents and then ...

5. Unsanitary Condtions in Home/Can I refuse to take case

   FanofCamo replied to MayBoo's topic in Home Health

   As an LVN there is usually an RN case manager. You have to report those conditions to the agency because its not good for your patient who has a trach. You have the right to ask for a new assignment but keep in mind it may not be the hours you want o...

6. Agencies with Benefits

   FanofCamo replied to pat8585's topic in Home Health

   I work agency and I do get health benefits but I am paying $180 A WEEK!!! for it. In my case its the only insurance I can get due to a previous cancer diagnosis. They also offer AFLAC and Paid Time Off after you work an ungodly amt of hours. Would I ...

7. Just hired!

   FanofCamo replied to jaxnsanjose's topic in Correctional

   I loved working in the prison I just did not like our DON. I gained so much experience there including lab draws and to listen when an inmate turns their arm over and says here (and shows you a teeny weenie spot on the back of his arm) is the only sp...

8. LPN relocating to TX any Texans help is appreciated

   FanofCamo posted a topic in Texas

   I have been an LPN for 14 1/2 yrs now here in DE and just found out we are moving to Texas. Abilene Texas area to be exact. I have been searching for the past week trying to find a possible job. My fiance is in the Air Force so its kind of a set thin...

9. LPN JOBs

   FanofCamo replied to tlwkaw's topic in Delaware

   I am not sure as to your experience but LTC is a good place to start. I have been an LPN for almost 15 years now and do pediatric home care for medically fragile children and love every minute. I cannot say there is lack of hours because I am busting...

10. LPN looking for alternatives

    FanofCamo replied to FanofCamo's topic in LPN/LVN

    I do pediatric homecare and it is a job I love and have done for all but 2 years of my nursing career. I love all the kids I care for but here lately I am dragging myself in. I guess nightshift don't help much either. I am never annoyed with my patie...

11. LPN looking for alternatives

    FanofCamo posted a topic in LPN/LVN

    I am going on my 15th year as an LPN and only 32, my problem is I am burning out quick. I love providing patient care and caring for people but here lately I have found little things annoy me and I am just tired. Is there other medical related jobs ...