PiperLPN

PiperLPN

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  1. Can Aides Pass Meds?

    PiperLPN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have a friend who works for an LTC facility that is training aides to pass meds. They are not allowed to do narcs, fingers sticks, or shots. What is everyone's take on this? Is it even

  2. Can Aides Pass Meds?

    PiperLPN replied to PiperLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Good idea

  3. Can Aides Pass Meds?

    PiperLPN replied to PiperLPN's topic in General Nursing

    It takes me many hours at times to pass meds so I think it's great to have the help, but it's risky business. Some of our aides are sharp, but some are not and I worry a little about safety....

  4. Beebe Hospital

    PiperLPN replied to bill4745's topic in General Nursing

    I am an LPN and work at a LTC facility. I started at $23 day shift/$25 for night shift. I heard Milford Hospital pays $36 for RN's. That's a surprise that Beebe pays their RN's so much less than a...

  5. Any 2nd or 3rd time test takers?

    PiperLPN replied to eosaeni's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have a friend who failed twice and will re-take in January. How did you study so I can tell her?

  6. Just Thanking God!!!

    PiperLPN replied to KEYMONNEE's topic in LPN to RN

    Prayers are what have always gotten me through school. So glad to hear

  7. Are you glad to be an LPN/LVN first?

    PiperLPN replied to Hausfrau's topic in LPN to RN

    I am glad I got my LPN first. I echoe Jules A's reasons. Also I never had healthcare experience and it's helping my confidence while in the R.N. program. I'm already a nurse! Also I think the RN's...

  8. Roll Call, LPN to RN Students!!!

    PiperLPN replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in LPN to RN

    Hi Maggi, We could be twins! I'm 47, finished LPN now in RN program. I am not leaving my property management job until I feel confident enough as a nurse. I just started a PRN job at an LTC facility...

  9. Mistake in LPN to RN Program

    PiperLPN posted a topic in LPN to RN

    I'm just finishing my maternity rotation and last night I didn't ask my patient her name before giving her simethicone. My instructor was with me and she reminded me, but she was furious and told me...

  10. Mistake in LPN to RN Program

    PiperLPN replied to PiperLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    You guys are great. Thanks so much.

  11. Roll Call, LPN to RN Students!!!

    PiperLPN replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in LPN to RN

    Hi! I know this is an old post but I wanted to know if you finished your studies with Excelsior? I'm very interested in Excelsior and was wondering how you made out?

  12. Took NCLEX-PN today

    PiperLPN replied to tiffanymarie25's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    how glorious!!!! how fabulous you are!!!! it's official - you are a nurse . you rock, rock,

  13. Mistake in LPN to RN Program

    PiperLPN replied to PiperLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    It's a lesson I'll not soon forget. Good luck to ya

  14. Took NCLEX-PN today

    PiperLPN replied to tiffanymarie25's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Come on California, get with the program and post results online!!!! Such torture to make you wait so long. I got my license in the mail 3 days after taking the test. I'm originally from San Mateo,...

  15. Took NCLEX-PN today

    PiperLPN replied to tiffanymarie25's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I had all 205 questions too!! In Delaware you can go online to the board of nursing website and see if you have a license number. I looked the very next morning and I had a license number! I was a...

  16. Took NLCEX -PN TODAY 3rd time LESS THAN 100 Q

    PiperLPN replied to PN2B2008's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Try hard not to despair. The number of questions does not determine whether or not you passed. I got all 205 questions and I was seriously depressed after. If you did Suzanne's plan you're good to...

  17. Please Read Before Posting: Tips Regarding Distance Programs

    PiperLPN replied to BBFRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Any trouble finding a job after EC

  18. No respect for LVN's/LPN's

    PiperLPN replied to Jen01tx's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just remember all the hard work it was to get to the LVN level and then you'll KNOW your own self-worth. You rock, you are a

  19. Excelsior Grads - Do You Think Online Nursing Is In Jeopardy? What State Are You In?

    PiperLPN replied to beginning's topic in Online Distance Learning

    How refreshing to hear the truth from someone!!!! I'm an L.P.N., just started the R.N. program and hating every solitary minutes of it. There has to be another

  20. What The Bleep Happened To The Shortage?

    PiperLPN replied to Pedinurse888's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    LTC's seems to always be short on nurses. I got hired on the spot at a LTC facility and I'm a new grad (LPN) in

  21. Mistake in LPN to RN Program

    PiperLPN replied to PiperLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    I can't thank you enough. And good reminder on checking wrist bands. I'm starting my first job this Saturday at a LTC facility and that's great advice! Thanks again, I feel a little...

  22. Mistake in LPN to RN Program

    PiperLPN replied to PiperLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    P.S. Even though I am a student, I am also licensed. Can I get in trouble with the Board of

  23. Mistake in LPN to RN Program

    PiperLPN replied to PiperLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    Thanks NickiLaughs. It helps so much to hear from someone else who was in that

  24. NJ - 85 Questions and shut off- PN

    PiperLPN replied to luvlilbit119's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Please keep us posted. I'm studying to take the PN exam and feeling shaky! I have forgotten so much and graduation was just 1 1/2 months

  25. A&P II Club, 2007

    PiperLPN replied to CuriousMe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have to take A&P II this summer. Could use the rah rah cheerleaders as I'm dreading it.