San2003

San2003

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About San2003

Ive been a nurse for 7yrs. I was a CNA for 15

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  1. Question about insulin QA

    Yes it can be kept at room temp. However if it is refrigerated to start with then it must remain that way. I think its easier to keep it at room temp. Then it is always available on the carts where and when you need it. Not to mention trying to remem...
  2. Isn't our workload enough!

    I wonder if the politicians of our industry realize the complex dynamics it takes to care for the elderly? If you take into the consideration that the population is at risk for every possible disease and we have to be prepared to understand how to h...
  3. So, I have to be a bad nurse to be a good nurse?

    We in long term care are always chasing the clock. Or should I say the clock is chasing us. You don't have to be a bad nurse to survive. I consider my self a good nurse and I survive. You have to be willing to delegate. Don't try to carry the weight ...
  4. New Grad LTC Seeking Advice

    I too work a 7p to 7a shift but I am a seasoned nurse. You need to prioritize your work load. Meds have to be out on time focus on getting that done. Paperwork can be prn. Keep great notes as you go. Times, names everything. When everything is done o...
  5. Question about insulin QA

    I work night turn and we are responsible for checking dates. I personally check them every Sunday. That way If they need reordered I fax them out before 8 am and the new vials are there before 2pm. The problem I find is getting everyone to realize t...
  6. What can a Grad LPN (no license) do?

    Im in PA and our board is quite strict compared to many states, but however with that I was able to FXN as a LPN with the exception of verbal orders and I had to have a licensed nurse sign off on the narcotics I was administering. Many places will hi...
  7. Starting Nursing at 52 and Nervous

    Congrats to all the new grads! I am 38 and only 7rs as a LPN Ive been thinking about a RN program. At any age being a new grad is a challenge. As older new grads being seen on the floor its assumed that you are a seasoned nurse and have it all togeth...
  8. Share Your Funniest Patient Stories...

    When I was a CNA we had a patient who passed away. Any who I was told the family was not coming in. The supervisor was going on a break and I told her I would watch for the funeral people and direct them on where to exit with the body. It was a 3-11 ...
  9. Is this within our scope of practice?

    I completely understand your concerns, especially give his DX of ETOH related dementia but as the others have already mentioned with a MD order your covered. Even here in PA with our strict state guidelines in LTC we too with a MD order can administe...
  10. What is a typical day like for an LPN?

    I don't have an attitude towards LPN's my issue is the attitudes I have felt towards myself for being an LPN. I am proud of what I have accomplished. When I worked as a CNA, which was for 15 years before I became a LPN, 7 years ago, I really never un...
  11. What is a typical day like for an LPN?

    Well you can expect long-term care. We are trained to do everything that a RN can do minus IV push meds, transfusions. We have the knowledge yet not the legal authority to do so. At least thats the way in PA. Equal responsibility less, pay that about...
  12. Anyone In Pa Doing "vrp"

    I just finished the program Dec.2008. Its not easy and feels like you will never see the end of it. But you can get through it. It is about 6 months before you can work on your license. Then 6 months of "supervised practice" You will have to have som...
  13. PGH nurses...Please help LTC question

    You can try Asbury Heights on Bower Hill RD. I worked there a while ago. Its non-profit and surprisingly pretty decent place to work. You should have no problem getting 3-11. Good Luck!