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  1. working as LPN very difficult for me

    All new nurses go through the same thing! I did too! It takes awhile to build up your communication skills...When your on the floor taking care of Patients its busy! One day I was getting an order from a doctor.. I gave him a wonderful summary of ...
  2. need help with B-12 injection

    The size I have used.. needle 22g 1 to 1 and 1/2 depending on the size of patient. I think I would get that order clarified before I gave it. Laura
  3. need help with B-12 injection

    It's given Im. You could check with Pharmacy or your nursing supervisor..and of course the MD. Laura
  4. Frustrated with LPN school

    Oh Cara, Just reading your post brings shiver's to my spine! I have an instant flash back to ten years ago when I was 31 and in my LPN program and had two boys 4 and 2. I was forever feeling inept. I remember the younger students in the begining la...
  5. Interview Help

    Hi, I'm a Nurse Manager in a long term care facility. I think dressing as you would for any other interview should be fine. Looking neat and professional. As far as the interview itself. It depends on the job. I think for new grads. what I like ...
  6. Dilemma - LPN to RN program

    Oh Good For You! Keep me posted! Laura
  7. Calling All Nurse Managers/Clinical Directors

    Hi, I have recently been promoted to the Nurse Manager in my facility. I was a charge Nurse for six years here. My biggest problem is making the transition from fellow nurse to Supervisor. My DON is very supportive and that helps. I'm so happy I ...
  8. Major shakeups at my ltc

    Thats what I don't like about the OMT's. If I'm not mistaken they are under the Nurses License. I don't like the idea of someone giving meds for me... Laura
  9. Handling Admissions in Your Facility

    Well, When I worked as the Admissions person for my facility I did all the touring, Admitted the person completely..assessments, meds..everything..but.. we are a small facility. Most Admissions persons are not Nurses..so they are limited to the mark...
  10. As a Charge Nurse in Long Term Care for Ten years let me just say that CNA's have the hardest job. Please know that you are appreciated. At my facility the CNA's have ten Residents each. But, We also have one of the CNA's come in at 6am to get o...
  11. New to College Network...anyone else?

    Sounds like you got a bad Rep. I was told I had 3 days to cancel. When I asked about what happens if life gets too busy she gave me I thought a pretty good answer..its at your own pace..go as fast or as slow as you want..the courses never expire..t...
  12. New to College Network...anyone else?

    I think they can't use your Nursing and Med Surg..from LVN because of the actual amount of time spent on these. Its all about college credit with an RN. The RN has a vast amount of theory and in depth knowledge of those courses..LVN/LPN just skimme...
  13. Dilemma - LPN to RN program

    If your employer will pay for most of it go. I have been an LPN for ten years. I love my job. But, I have worked at this 55 bed facility for over 6 years. I have a wonderful DON and she rewards hard work. I have recently been promoted to Nursin...
  14. LPN class full should I take...

    Education is never wasted. Take the class and don't lose sight of your goals! Laura
  15. News Flash !!!!!!!

    Congrats! All the best as you start your Nursing adventure! Laura