sportsmom84

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1. LPN and IV therapy in LTM in NYS

   sportsmom84 posted a topic in LPN/LVN

   I am an RN in NYS and I'm hoping some NYS nurses out there can clarify some questions I have regarding IV therapy in LTC. I am new to LTC (16 months) after 30+ years in acute care. My facility wants to start an IV therapy program. We do not always...

2. Using BSN when you have not earned it

   sportsmom84 replied to sportsmom84's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks for all your replies. I am staying out of it. I was just curious of others opinions and how often this occurs. I know the facts in this case because I attended school with this individual and while I was taking summer courses to graduate on...

3. Using BSN when you have not earned it

   sportsmom84 replied to sportsmom84's topic in General Nursing

   This is an ADN returning back to school for their BSN. So they have already passed their NCLEX and have been practicing as a RN for several years. True they only have a few credits left, but it is unfair to those who have completed their studies. ...

4. Using BSN when you have not earned it

   sportsmom84 replied to sportsmom84's topic in General Nursing

   Yes, I agree that is the proper way to say it in a resume. But, this particular person is signing their name with BSN after it.

5. Using BSN when you have not earned it

   sportsmom84 replied to sportsmom84's topic in General Nursing

   Our manager knows. This person is working on the degree and has just a few credits to earn. But, to actually use the letters after their name is just wrong.

6. Using BSN when you have not earned it

   sportsmom84 posted a topic in General Nursing

   I am interested in what you think about someone who is using the title BSN when they have not earned it yet. We all know this is unethical, but is it illegal? Has anyone come across this and if so what did you or your organization do about it? Tha...