jayni87

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1. New Unit Manager

   jayni87 posted a topic in Geriatric

   Hello! I was recently promoted to interim unit manager. I feel overwhelmed and frustrated by the lack of organization and accountability throughout the unit. The staff are for the most part good at their jobs, but there are many systems, or lack ther...

2. How to Fix a Broken Nursing Home

   jayni87 posted a topic in Geriatric

   I think we all know that LTC is no joke. Some places are better than others, and some are struggling to get by. In the end, it's always the residents who suffer. I'm a new nurse, one month into my new job. I absolutely adore the residents. I'm on t...

3. Pressure sores and geriatic facilities

   jayni87 replied to TurtleCat's topic in Geriatric

   Firstly, thanks for the Kennedy Ulcer. I'd never heard of that, so that was a good research project. Also, OP, please go on and become an RN! You obviously care about your patients, you're very literate, and we need more nurses like you!

4. Please i need some advice. Should i become an LPNor Go straight thru RN

   jayni87 replied to carinac89's topic in LPN/LVN

   Every situation is different, but speaking as an LPN, I wish I had been able to go straight through to BSN and get it over with. My husband was military though, so I only had time to do an accelerated LPN program. I'm looking to go back to get my B...

5. I want to become an RN, but need some advice.

   jayni87 replied to jayni87's topic in LPN-RN

   Thank you for all the help! I'll definitely look into some of those options.

6. On working with LPNs in the clinical setting

   jayni87 replied to Nola009's topic in Geriatric

   Wow, I'm in love with this post! It really has so much information, as well as some attitudes and ideas I hadn't considered before. I'm about to start my first job as an LPN, and it is in LTC. I will be working with 25 patients after 3 days of ori...

7. I want to become an RN, but need some advice.

   jayni87 posted a topic in LPN-RN

   Hello! I recently graduated and took the Practical Nursing NCLEX. I'm now an LPN, and start working in 3 days! Hooray! However, I know I also want to go back to school and get my BSN while working. I've been looking around online for quite a while...

8. I need advice

   jayni87 replied to A_Martinez's topic in LPN/LVN

   From what I can tell, the supervisor acted unprofessionally. All I can say is do what you feel and know to be the right thing. It's very difficult to make those types of decisions, as reporting his actions could lead to a worsening of your life if ...

9. What school does not prepare you for

   jayni87 replied to qsmoss's topic in LPN/LVN

   Wow, thank you so much, SquishyLVN! I wrote down everything you suggested so I can address it during my very short orientation. I hadn't thought of most of those, but they are all something I would be unsure of how to do properly! Whatdidigetmyselfin...

10. Getting tired of the bull! At wits end!

    jayni87 replied to Mainergal2000's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    Unfortunately, this is going to happen all throughout school. However, keep this in mind: depending on how your school works, things may get better. Our class started off with 25 people. At the end, we were down to 6. The first few semesters often w...

11. In need for some positive feedback about being an LPN, new nurse not landing a job

    jayni87 replied to staih_lpn's topic in LPN/LVN

    Hello! It took me a little over a month to find a job. It can take other people a little longer, or a little shorter. Don't be discouraged! Firstly, even if the posting says it requires one year experience, still apply. Focus on a cover letter, and...

12. What will I need for my first day at work?

    jayni87 replied to purgatorios's topic in LPN/LVN

    Just a thought: keep a pair of clean scrubs and socks in your car. You never know what will happen...it's best to be prepared. :)

13. What school does not prepare you for

    jayni87 replied to qsmoss's topic in LPN/LVN

    I recently graduated and got my license. I start my new job in 4 days, starting with 3 days of orientation. I'm planning on having a boat-load of questions to make sure I'm as prepared as possible when I get on the floor. It's a LTC facility, and it...

14. nervous about school

    jayni87 replied to dira215's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    Hello! Congratulations on starting your program! I'm sure you'll do great. I actually just finished school and passed my NCLEX two days ago. What got me through it was a combination of things. Before each class I would "skim" (don't read it, you'll...

15. Looking for Advice: Just started the job hunt!

    jayni87 posted a topic in Job Hunt

    Hello! I just took my NCLEX-LPN yesterday and got the news today that I passed! Hooray! I've been sending out resumes today, but wanted to ask for any and all advice on my hunt for a new-grad job. My husband was in the Navy and got out a couple of...