nursemartin00 replied to litebrightgirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
Carefully reread your own post. I think you've already made your decision. How will you attend RN school if you are working M-F? Don't make things harder in yourself then need be. "ME" time is...
nursemartin00 replied to Busyme10's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
Ive been doing peds HC for 4 yrs now. Im in same situation; one client cuz no other cases open now. Always worried about hospital admits and length of stays, financial concerns. It never ends....
nursemartin00 replied to digoe74's topic in Nursing Career
Honestly, I would say no! Its the "thankless job" I wish someone would of told me the truth about. If I could go back, I'd choose differently. You work work work and it never seems like enough. Its...
nursemartin00 replied to nursemartin00's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
My client is 18 Has trach needs lots of sxn, apnea monitor, and tube feedings/meds. My agency didnt do much to help me out. Said they'd call mom but who knows if they did or not? My clients mom is...
If there are any overnight home care nurses out there, Id like to ask you about your work environment. Do you sit bedside? In the dark? Tv on or off? Any type of lighting? My home care client used to...
I work 10p to 6a with an hour commute. Im always exhausted when I get home. The drive makes me sleepy. I immediately crash as soon as Im home then usually about 12-1 I'm awake using bathroom and have...
Move to Omaha NE Nursing jobs are plentiful Cost of living isnt bad If you choose not to have your kids in a bigger city, there are smaller rural towns right outside of
I am a night shift home care LPN as well. I can definitely relate to your post. My company has no other open hours at this time so its hard not to feel trapped. Its not uncommon for nurses to switch...
nursemartin00 replied to nursemartin00's topic in General Nursing
I do not need anyone to "pat me on the back" for a job well done or to acknowledge that I simply did my job. i work in home care and at times dealing with the client's families is the hardest part. I...
Why is it that I give my all and its never good enough? Under appreciated and no matter what I do, its never enough? Ive worked in several different positions in the nursing field and I am left...
WOW!! Im so sorry this is happening to you. It seems the nurses who really care are the ones who get punished. Refuse to stay quiet and fight for patient's rights. Nursing is hard in so many different...
nursemartin00 replied to TrishaDL's topic in General Nursing
I can relate: been there and done that! Its hard not to get close to your clients family. You come into their home and life and next thing you know ~ its hard not to be so attached! You are in a...