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linzz

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  1. Rules for the ER (long)

    linzz replied to EDValerieRN's topic in Emergency

    I should also mention that my family Dr. is part of a large group practice that take turns being on call. If, on the rare instance where there is no Dr. to take the call, then you are directed to a...

  2. Rules for the ER (long)

    linzz replied to EDValerieRN's topic in Emergency

    I have only used emergency two times, once, I was in labour, the other time, my son who was one at the time, asthmatic, was having trouble breathing in the middle of the night but only needed a...

  3. BSN not all its cracked up to be

    linzz replied to JOLLIEHOLLY's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I wish that here in Canada, we had a choice. The new entry to practice as an RN is a BSN. We no longer have a choice as how to become an RN. Our LPN program is now 2.5 years long and teaches many...

  4. Can you fill me in on....

    linzz replied to nursemomceo's topic in International Nursing

    Wow, janfrn, I just read your post again and your family sure has been through a lot. Hope that you are well

  5. Can you fill me in on....

    linzz replied to nursemomceo's topic in International Nursing

    I agree with janfrn that I am blessed to be Canadian, my spouse has type 2 diabetes and very high cholesterol which is treated with medication to an extent, my one child has had two ear surgeries and...

  6. LPN's in Clinics in Ontario

    linzz replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in International Nursing

    Dear Strandysmommy, I think you also need to contact the College of Nurses, that is the Ontario licencing board. Our LPN program is now 2.5 years long, so you would have to talk to them to see if you...

  7. LPN's in Clinics in Ontario

    linzz replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Fiona 59, Here I am. I am in agreement with what you said. Hospital clinic jobs are hard to come by. I find that in Ontario, it really depends on how underserviced the area is which will determine...

  8. kiss that job goodbye?

    linzz replied to mer_RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    They may call you back yet. I too, have roadside assistance even though I hate paying for

  9. Any LPN'S who work on psych units?

    linzz replied to PSYCHRPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you for the tip, Fiona

  10. Any LPN'S who work on psych units?

    linzz replied to PSYCHRPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have never done psych but it is an area I am interested in. Maybe I'll try it sometime if the opportunity comes up. Thanks for the great insight Big

  11. Challenges of ALF and how to handle..

    linzz posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What types of adverse events can occur at an ALF and how are they handled, such as falls or what other things can

  12. Any LPN'S who work on psych units?

    linzz replied to PSYCHRPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    A lot of hospitals in Ontario are very short on psych beds so certain patients are sent up to a medical floor. Often an LPN is called to sit with a suicidal patient, often a teen, on a constant, total...

  13. I need to vent, everyone is mad at me for quitting the "superhospital"-long story

    linzz replied to NurseLatteDNP's topic in General Nursing

    I too am older than you and your husband and I have come to realize that it is often the right choice to follow your true gut feeling. Anyways you deserve credit for making your own decision. Good...

  14. would you choose a job based on salary or "the job"?

    linzz replied to NurseEmily22's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The job, assuming the salary is reasonable. I am just starting my RN but when I am done my top priority is a good orientation in a hospital that is not a nightmare to work at. I think that this is...

  15. anyone have a nose ring?

    linzz replied to rsjenni's topic in General Nursing

    No, just isn't for me. I don't mind tats but would keep them covered at

  16. Living poor to living middle class!

    linzz replied to rn2bn07's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Something I have had to learn the hard way is not buy anything on credit unless it is an absolute necessity such as housing, transportation, your nursing education. Nothing eats up your income faster...

  17. Who watches your kids during summer hours?

    linzz replied to lizzyberry's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry, should have mentioned this in my previous post but I know of people that take care of each other's kids, if their kids are friends. My kids are lucky to have friends on their street so we all...

  18. Who watches your kids during summer hours?

    linzz replied to lizzyberry's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, this can be a nightmare, this child care thing. I have family to help a bit but only to maybe transport them to a camp during the day and pick up. When my older one turns twelve, I may still send...

  19. How much should I spend on Stethoscope?

    linzz replied to JoAnnS's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have a littman steth that I spent about $90. on and only because I don't hear well over a lot of background noise. I do find that I wish I could just use a cheap steth because they do walk and it is...

  20. Colorectal Cancer

    linzz replied to maxandruby's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Thanks Daytonite for posting this. I have always found abdominal exams very

  21. sleeping pills

    linzz replied to SWAT_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Me too, I am also an insomniac. I wasn't before I started nursing school, now after working shifts, I just don't feel my best during the day. I find this frustrating and I too am sensitive to...

  22. Does this sound like i would be wasting my time . . .

    linzz replied to BabyEnjoli's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't think that you are wasting your time but my opinion is that you should get your

  23. night nurse who leaves everything undone..

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Excellent point Twix, I think that there are always two sides to every story, so thanks for giving the other side of the

  24. Please Tell Me This Isnt So!

    linzz replied to ILUVNURSING01132006's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was reading my area board of nursing magazine and a patient that stayed in a hospital, wrote a letter praising the LPN who came into her room, changed her sheets and helped her wash up as she was...

  25. Please Tell Me This Isnt So!

    linzz replied to ILUVNURSING01132006's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What you will be doing the first year will be mainly learning to organize your work load and navigate your way through the politics of the workplace. If you are in LTC, you will likely be learning...