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  1. Question about references in LTC.

    linzz posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My friend is an LPN in an LTC. She told me that her work has started a new policy that charge nurses (the RN's) are not allowed to give references out for anyone. The only one who can give out...

  2. How does your facility handle and unexpected death?

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I ask this because I had a discussion with a nurse friend of mine who knew another nurse that was calling 911 every time she found someone dead. This seemed a bit off to me. Don't know if she was...

  3. Living poor to living middle class!

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

    I so wish that I could go to the U.S. Here in Canada, in many areas, getting full time, even as an RN can take 2- 3 years or longer. Many RN's here work two jobs. This isn't true everywhere but it is...

  4. Ontario LPN's - how many are bridging?

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Loriangel: I don't know about needing work experience for bridging but I think that if you have it, you will have a better chance at making it through clinicals because I think the instructors will...

  5. Please don't eat your young.

    linzz replied to Kiren's topic in General Nursing

    It is too bad that nursing school doesn't come up with a manual for students and how to handle clinicals. I vote that this thread be printed for nursing students. I know I sure could have used the...

  6. Ontario LPN's - how many are bridging?

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Ingrid M, I think many people feel the way you do. I think that changing the requirement to a degree is just a way to create a shortage = higher wages, more job choice,

  7. Do LPNs with bachelor's degrees make more $ ?

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

    Fiona 59 is right. Here in Canada, you won't get paid for $ as an LPN with a degree but it can open doors for you in jobs that are in other areas such as case management if you enjoy that type of...

  8. Do experienced nurses really eat their young?

    linzz replied to whit717's topic in General Nursing

    I had a preceptor that was like yours. She would even talk about me behind my back and the other nurses would tell me what she said. If I could handle this situation over again, I would do as Tweety...

  9. Why the program length difference? CAN/US

    linzz replied to Cherry2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Fiona59, I always like your posts. Ontario's LPN program is now 2 - 2.5 years. Sometimes I wonder if they are filling up semesters with courses just to grab everyones hard earned dollars. I also...

  10. What is it with the nurses in LTC?

    linzz replied to lilypad2424's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is not just LTC, I have seen some very nasty people at the hospital too. I think the nastiness often has too do with discontent with the facility, not you as a student or even the other nurses at...

  11. First job/ LTC......

    linzz replied to middypiegirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    So sorry for you loss. I think the fact that you are up and going says a lot about your strength as a person. You will do fine in your job and it will get easier but I am sure that you will persist...

  12. Please read!! I need advise

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

    Well said Commuter. Nursing, can be great but it certainly does have a dark side to it. I think it is important not to glorify nursing. It can be unstable, exhausting, boring, and tedious even at...

  13. Early stages of dementia question.

    linzz posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My mother's husband is 69 years old. I think that he is in the early stages of dementia and has been for at least a year. Recently he has become quite paranoid which is a new thing, and this is...

  14. Canadian Healthcare

    linzz replied to beej32's topic in International Nursing

    All of what janfrn said is very true. You will not go broke here from medical expenses and taxes are high but they are spread out. Here in certain parts of Ontario, the services can be very limited...

  15. Early stages of dementia question.

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes marjoriemac, I know just what you mean. I am afraid that this is how it will go for my family

  16. student PSW jobs

    linzz replied to nemesis's topic in International Nursing

    I am not aware of any websites for PSW summer jobs. I would apply directly to any homes near you, both nursing and retirement. I am sure that some would want help for the summer even if it's just for...

  17. Most RN's first borns?

    linzz replied to lvs2nrs3535's topic in General Nursing

    First born here. Alcoholic stepfather, dysfunctional mother, absent

  18. This is why being an LPN is just as good....

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

    I hear you Big B, that $ thing is a big one. I too have a mortgage and a family. I have been in a situation with no $ and even though I have had jobs I hated, I hated being broke more than

  19. Bladder infection labs question..

    linzz posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If a 60 year old female is diagnosed with a bladder infection and is put on antibiotics, would any further labs be drawn such as pottasium, sodium, chloride, Uric acid and creatinine. Is the Dr....

  20. Bladder infection labs question..

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank for the advice. I agree 100%. I too ask my Dr. about any tests that I or my family has and why they are being done. I do find it frustrating dealing with her at times. Anyhow, thanks again, you...

  21. Bladder infection labs question..

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sorry fultzymom, just a correction on the albumin. I don't think it was too high just a bit low, I think. Anyways I can never get a straight answer from her at the best of

  22. Bladder infection labs question..

    linzz replied to linzz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes I had a Dr. order these tests for my mother after she was dx with a bladder infection. She also mentioned to me that a few months ago, her albumin came back a bit high. So I am wondering if he is...

  23. TOO Old??? 41 1/2 years old

    linzz replied to chubbi's topic in Nursing Career

    I think that what the previous poster, Miss Ivy, said is the truth. Go for it, if you want to, want being the key factor. As you know, it is hard work and wanting is what will get you through and the...

  24. Your A LPN, Sooo.....

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

    I have made a few decisions based on what others thought and have regrets about it. Always go with your gut feeling. You know deep down what is right for you and you have to live with your...

  25. For All "NEW" Lpn's Over 50

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

    I just turned 40 and my feet ache. I put gel inserts in my shoes and I will get new shoes soon. I have also started walking each day and it helps. Congrats to you DTC on losing 35