*SJ*

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1. Tips for working night shift as a new lpn.

   *SJ* replied to jmitchell-85's topic in LPN/LVN

   Oh, it varies. That's why I take Ambien on occasion. There are days I'm able to get a good 8-9 hours (which I do best with) and days I wake up after 3-4 hours and need to take a nap later. If I'm on a 4-5 day stretch working it's easier to get a good...

2. Tips for working night shift as a new lpn.

   *SJ* replied to jmitchell-85's topic in LPN/LVN

   Very good info! I have been working nights in an ALF for a few months. It works well for me to be able to spend time with friends and family during the day. I'm also in school and love the flexibility night shift gives me for that. Sometimes I have d...

3. I need advice~ =)

   *SJ* replied to Rk222's topic in LPN/LVN

   I agree with this. With the benefits the hospital can offer you and the experience I would do it in a heartbeat. Good luck!

4. Assisted Living, Nurse to Patient Ratio?

   *SJ* replied to Katie423's topic in LPN/LVN

   I work night shift in an ALF. We have an "enhanced" AL unit that is essentially LTC. There are 20 residents there I am responsible for. My facility has two other floors that I cover for emergencies but otherwise I mainly take care of the 20. I have 3...