Ambier

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1. Starting my 1st job as LPN in LTC in 2days

   Ambier replied to nursemomof3boys's topic in LPN/LVN

   Good luck...and remember, just breathe. If you get lost or behind take it one step at a time. you can do it!!!

2. Should A Future LPN Become Certified In Nursing Assistance?

   Ambier replied to itsmyturn's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   If you get your CNA, you get the exposure to Nursing. I, as an LPN, have a lot of aides that watch procedures. they are in Nursing school and like the added exposure. Such as we have a patient dying..she has a necrotic foot and a severe tunneling ...

3. How long did it take you to feel comfortable in LTC?

   Ambier replied to vanilmil's topic in LPN/LVN

   Okay, here goes. First off I would like to tell you that the times that are assigned to the meds are not usually set by the doctor, they are set by your facility. Starting 30 minutes or so early is a common practice that every nurse in my facility ...

4. How does night shift differ @ LTC?

   Ambier replied to scrapgirl2000's topic in LPN/LVN

   The one piece of advice I wish someone would have given me when I was a new nurse was don't be afraid to ask for help. Also at night, depending upon what acuity you have, there may be a few resident's that suffer from Sundowner's. I have yet to wor...

5. Frustrated with LPN school

   Ambier replied to Hoosiernurse's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   I remember my first few days of LPN classes. I was almost in the same boat as you, except that I had just finished with my CNA class the week before. I agree with the previous suggestion of asking some of the younger girls :angryfire for help. ...