Stranded55

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1. I Thought I Had My Dream Job, but My Past Took It Away...

   Stranded55 replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

   You sound a lot like me. I too was an LVN working in corrections and I made a stupid mistake that cost me my clearance. I loved the jail, but I messed up and I'm still kicking myself for it. All I can tell you is to take it one day at a time. You...

2. Why are LPNS so underpaid and disrespected

   Stranded55 replied to Brnd-RN-1's topic in LPN/LVN

   I have been an LVN for 26 years. While I was well paid by my union job most of those years, we were reminded of our status quite frequently. It seems to me that the trend is to phase out LVNs over time, especially in acute care. I have been lookin...

3. How to NOT interview for your RN/LPN job!

   Stranded55 replied to musicianRN's topic in Job Hunt

   So wearing make up is a job requirement for nurses now?

4. Mandatory Overtime

   Stranded55 replied to WldChrry's topic in LPN/LVN

   It is legal and very common. It's just part of the job.

5. How do I stand out as a job candidate (New GPN Grad)?

   Stranded55 replied to CaringGerinurse525's topic in LPN/LVN

   Just be sincere and enthusiastic in your interview. As a new grad they know you don't have experience, but they want someone who will be a good investment.

6. FIRED...Now what and will i ever find another job?

   Stranded55 replied to nursingmomma33's topic in LPN/LVN

   Look up "employment attorney" on the internet. If they truly have no paperwork to justify firing you, you have a case.

7. I Just Lost My First LPN Job

   Stranded55 replied to mejajo08's topic in LPN/LVN

   You didn't lose them, they lost you by treating you badly and not being supportive. Consider yourself lucky.

8. Accepted one job, but received another offer...

   Stranded55 replied to sauzie's topic in LPN/LVN

   Pick the one that offers the best long term benefits. The same thing happened to me when I first started out.

9. Applying for jobs without License #

   Stranded55 replied to CYoungLPN's topic in LPN/LVN

   Yes, you can apply. I didn't have my license yet when I got my first LVN job. The facility will hire you provisionally and let you go if it turns out you failed the exam.

10. What makes IVP meds so scary?

    Stranded55 replied to libran1984's topic in LPN/LVN

    That sort of thing is generally regulated by the State, not the hospital. But generally, it's just another way the RNs guarantee their job security.

11. Lvn not IV certified in CA

    Stranded55 replied to lvn1972's topic in LPN/LVN

    Your facility should offer you that training. As an LVN you can not give IV abx or touch central lines.

12. LPN.working in a jail

    Stranded55 replied to tyquicha's topic in LPN/LVN

    I did it for 13 years and I loved it. Just be careful. Deputies/COs are mistrustful of medical staff and will shove you under the bus if it comes down to it.

13. Got a LVN job. I have a question about the W5 form.

    Stranded55 replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN/LVN

    You get the least with zero. You can put any number you want on their, but when you go to do your taxes, if you owe too much you will be penalized by the IRS. If you are single, it's pretty safe to go with 1 or 2.

14. I am accused of patient of giving meds against his will.

    Stranded55 replied to markfish's topic in LPN/LVN

    Did you touch the patient? I don't see how anyone can be given meds against their will unless there is some sort of physical force involved.

15. LPN phase out d/t Medicare regulations???

    Stranded55 replied to Salesman217's topic in LPN/LVN

    The RNs have a very powerful political lobby. Here in California they have managed to get themselves legally required in certain areas at certain numbers, leaving hospitals little choice financially. They are cutting out the middle guy (us) since t...