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1. Major Props to those who work in this field!

   vicsweetie replied to shel_wny's topic in Psychiatric

   Thank You This is a field of it's own. True its not for everybody; but for those that it is ...We agree we do indeed Rock..From Psych Nurse in the Midwest.

2. Major Props to those who work in this field!

   vicsweetie replied to shel_wny's topic in Psychiatric

   Thank You for that...we do indeed Rock. From Psych Nurse @ VA

3. LPN scope of practice for VA

   vicsweetie replied to Princess74's topic in General Nursing

   The VA has different Step and Grade levels for LPNS, depending on your past experience. Imagine my surprise when I started almost 2 yrs ago. I indeed could not do an admit assessment as I was not an LPN 6 although I had been doing them for years els...

4. Qualities of a Nurse

   vicsweetie replied to Natasha3344's topic in Student Assist

   Be teachable and also share what you know Be flexiable, dependable (schedule wise) Be adaptable Have a sense of humor, able to laugh at self Be Diplomatic and Tactful ...

5. What is a Thumper

   vicsweetie replied to FirewalkerRN's topic in Emergency

   Could it be something used to give deep tissue massages? I got this off the internet..

6. I had an interview for the OR today...

   vicsweetie replied to ERNurse752's topic in General Nursing

   Good Luck !!

7. I had an interview for the OR today...

   vicsweetie replied to ERNurse752's topic in General Nursing

   Good Luck To You !! Yes, I agree we all do need to get "off nights". Keep us posted !!

8. Question about EKG's and Rhythms

   vicsweetie replied to 2003rn's topic in CCU

   You might try http://www.randylarson.com/acls/start.html I have found this site very helpful and easy to understand. You go at your own pace and it is full of information. Hope this helped.:>)

9. Are LVN's Hired in Correctional Facilities?

   vicsweetie replied to audiharvi's topic in Correctional

   Yes, they do in Texas. I used to work for the Bill Clements Unit Maximum Security Mens Unit, just outside of Amarillo,Tx. New FONT]

10. Have you taken the LPN Board Exam??!!

    vicsweetie replied to hopeful79's topic in NCLEX

    HI, First of all TAKE a deep breath and RELAX!!! Both books you are using are fine. It's been awhile since I took my boards (1988) I honestly can't remember any questions specific to any blood disorders, although I'm sure there were. I DO remember t...