AngelofLTC

AngelofLTC has 1 years experience and specializes in geriatric.

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1. why not go for RN?

   AngelofLTC replied to minnymi's topic in LPN/LVN

   Ok, point taken. I am confident with me... I can tell you feel very strongly about your opinion. I look forward to hearing some of the responses from the previous posters.

2. why not go for RN?

   AngelofLTC replied to minnymi's topic in LPN/LVN

   No gripe from me. I honestly haven't read any of the posts you're referring to. To whom are you addressing this post? It just seems very personal.

3. why not go for RN?

   AngelofLTC replied to minnymi's topic in LPN/LVN

   Wow, seriously?

4. Should I get a desk to study at

   AngelofLTC replied to SavannahE's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   I spent every study minute sitting on my bed with a ton of books open all around me. Lol.... it was very convenient for me but to each his own.

5. Behaviors and Failing to Chart Them

   AngelofLTC replied to Tired_Mommy's topic in Geriatric

   I work LTC also and I find that I chart these behaviours when they are new, have gotten worse or are out of control. I can't chart every time one of my 32 residents display a behaviour. We can also start a more focused assessment that the health ca...

6. [So] My hospital has banned disposable wipes...

   AngelofLTC replied to Thunda's topic in General Nursing

   We have peri cloths (that are green) and are washed seperatly from personal clothing and towels (which are white). That is horrifying to me but I know that many facilities don't have the kind of funding needed for this. What would they do in an out...

7. CNAs that take extended breaks

   AngelofLTC replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in LTC Directors

   I have been trying to figure out exactly how I'm supposed to be the LPN "team leader" since I took this position a year ago. I think that you need to pick your battles. If you react negatively to everything your team is doing eventually they ignore...

8. Will I ever get over this? Personally or professionally.

   AngelofLTC replied to DoodabuzzRN's topic in New Nurse

   I'm sorry you lost your job....chin up. I almost made a mistake a few nights ago with insulin. I was required to use an insulin pen to give 61 units of Levemir....the pen only went as high as 60. I decided to inject twice b/c I couldnt find a 100 ...

9. What do you look for in your CNA's

   AngelofLTC replied to jwkwildland's topic in Job Hunt

   Just do your best. I really have a hard time when a CNA will avoid call bells or "wait" for someone else to get them. I also appreciate when my CNA's are straight up with me. If you didnt do something then just say so and make an attempt to do it ...

10. hopefully not offensive...

    AngelofLTC replied to cayenne06's topic in LPN/LVN

    In Canada, LPNs (RPN's) are in fairly high demand. Some hospitals require RN's but for the most part they are trying to hire Rpn's wherever they can because its cheaper.

11. Male nurses student and skipping OB/L&D clinicals

    AngelofLTC replied to Jfarmboy's topic in Male Students

    He's a boy....give him a break. He will learn just like the rest of us when he goes "down there" first semester!!

12. ethical issue with work

    AngelofLTC replied to alliebeans's topic in General Students

    I would probably give my notice to quit. Unless she is sole provider for the man I would well enough alone. Maybe the son knows?? You can see many strange things when you enter people's homes. Just my two cents.

13. So I guess it is true...

    AngelofLTC replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Students

    I cant speak for anyone but myself...I'm in no way jumping on the OP....with that said, MY OPINION is that she had her feelings hurt when she didnt get the response she wanted from her instructor. Not every clinical teacher is perfect and her decisi...

14. So I guess it is true...

    AngelofLTC replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Students

    I feel that you are overreacting also. She is not comfortable giving you a recommendation and she should not have to justify that to anyone. She probably should have addressed her concerns r/t your clinical skills at the time but probably just felt...

15. What's up with veteran nurses hating on new grads?

    AngelofLTC replied to jennilynn's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe the nurse simply had a rough day. I am often asked to orient new nurses at my facility. Most days are great experiences and I often learn a little more about myself in the process. I do occasionally have a bad day and unfortunately it may "r...