OgopogoLPN

OgopogoLPN LPN, RN

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  1. Passed!!!

    OgopogoLPN posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I just got my results in the mail today and I passed the Canadian LPN registration exam!! Woo

  2. Made med error last night

    OgopogoLPN posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    One of my residents was getting a hydromoph 4mg, clonazepam .25mg at HS. I gave her meds to her and went on to the next resident who was getting a codeine 30mg. My codeine 30mg was one short!! (I...

  3. I am being written up!

    OgopogoLPN replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, I'm surprised they could write you up if you did those actions and it was the other nurse who gave the old strength!!! He/she should be the one to check for new orders on the MAR, even if it's...

  4. Hourly rate for RN's, LPN's, CNA's in Your State

    OgopogoLPN replied to pirituba's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    BC Canada Rates the same for hospital/LTC RN--I think starting $28-$36 LPN--$23.75 Care Aid (equiv to CNA I believe) $21.?? (don't know the change) Shift diff: $0.95/hour evenings and weekends...

  5. Whoever invented scrubs, standup!

    OgopogoLPN replied to OldMareLPN's topic in General Nursing

    I LOVE my scrubs!!! I don't do cutsy prints or sayings. I wear solid colors that match or a colored top and black pants. The kind with the stretchy sides and waistband. The stretchy sides give a...

  6. whats the diffrence ???

    OgopogoLPN replied to beachbound1023's topic in General Nursing

    Oh my, did they ever lie to you!!! MA's are not the same as LPNs and certainly cannot take the LPN test!!!! You would need to take the full LPN course (12months- 2 years) depending on where you live...

  7. Medication Aides

    OgopogoLPN replied to R.L.Silva's topic in General Nursing

    I am currently a new grad LPN working in a LTC facility. If my facility had med aides, I would be out of a job!!!! Anyways, although giving meds is a HUGE part of my job, it's not the only part. I...

  8. LVN vs. MA; is MA preferred choice

    OgopogoLPN replied to gianani97's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    the wording of that definition is somewhat off. a doctor or rn is not looking over your shoulder when you are doing your duties, which includes administering narcotics (including assessing for pain...

  9. CNA duties vs. Nursing Duties

    OgopogoLPN replied to joolia's topic in General Nursing

    Activities of daily living---getting dressed, washing up, eating,

  10. Crushing meds individually?

    OgopogoLPN replied to hummingbird11's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I also was never told about crushing meds individually for a G tube. A classmate of mine mentioned this to me a few weeks ago as the facility she works at has this protocol. When a resident can...

  11. Med Pass Timing in LTC

    OgopogoLPN replied to mariyahsmommy's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    She gives her 9 pm meds at 5??? DANGEROUS!! Once you become more familiar with the residents and their meds/routines, you will become quicker at the med pass. Only in very certain circumstances will...

  12. LPN versus CMA

    OgopogoLPN replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Regarding duties, I've stated before on this thread that LPN's have more assessment and clinical skills than CMA's do. LPN's can work on med/surg hospital wards and also have the autonomy of doing...

  13. Is it worth waiting for VCC LPN program?

    OgopogoLPN replied to Koji's topic in International Nursing

    I don't know if the wait is that long, I've heard it is, but you'd have to contact the school directly to find out. FYI, Okanagan College in Kelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm/Vernon has no waiting...

  14. LTC nurses - I need a reality check

    OgopogoLPN replied to LakesideRN's topic in General Nursing

    I work on a unit with 46 residents. I am responsible for 23 of them-all meds, tx, tube feeds, nebs, etc. On days and evenings, there are 3 long term care aids (CNAs) for the 23 residents (well, one...

  15. Hourly Rate For LPNS

    OgopogoLPN replied to thundercat LPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    BC Canada, new grad LPN $23.75/hour base $2.90/hour in lieu of benefits/vacation pay (until I get a reg position) $0.95/hour evening diff $1.60/hour overnight diff Two weeks ago, I did an overnight on...

  16. Overwhelmed...

    OgopogoLPN replied to Lil'_young_nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm 32 and also a new grad LPN and also recently employed in a LTC facility. I too am terrified of making mistatkes and having people's lives in my hands. My med pass is slow. But.................I...

  17. Question regarding LPN to RN... between provinces?

    OgopogoLPN replied to Violinist85's topic in International Nursing

    Okanagan College in Kelowna has multiple intakes, (Sept, Nov and Jan), but it's a certificate, not diploma. And the cut off for applying for the Jan intake is long over. The next one anyone can...

  18. will universal healthcare ( in the usa) cut RN pay?

    OgopogoLPN replied to Trauma_Team_1's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I don't think you're ignorant and self-righteous for disagreeing with me over UHC. You are entitled to your opinion. I do however think you are taking an ignorant and self-righteous stand when you...

  19. LPN Med Error

    OgopogoLPN replied to keepitreal29's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    As my hiring manager told me at the LTC facility where I was just hired as a casual LPN "we fill out incident reports to learn from our mistakes, not punish people". Although I'm sure if med errors...

  20. will universal healthcare ( in the usa) cut RN pay?

    OgopogoLPN replied to Trauma_Team_1's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    "If I didn't know any better"????? DO NOT imply that I am in any way stupid. "depending on the government to support me and I won't teach my children to live that way either" The government DOES NOT...

  21. will universal healthcare ( in the usa) cut RN pay?

    OgopogoLPN replied to Trauma_Team_1's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I was going to reply to this thread with this very thought and then I came accross this statment (in bold). Access to fair, affordable and decent health care coverage SHOULD NOT EQUAL EMPLOYMENT!!!...

  22. Canadian Online/Distance BSN/BN programs?

    OgopogoLPN replied to Violinist85's topic in International Nursing

    Just to let you know, not all LPN schools in BC have 2-3 year waiting lists. I just completed the LPN program at Okanagan College in Kelowna. There is no wait list system. You apply with a minimum of...

  23. Difference between PN and RN.......

    OgopogoLPN replied to 2bornot2b's topic in International Nursing

    Most "doctors" in the medical sense are Medical Doctors, not PhD's, although I'm sure there are some who also have a PhD. A doctor who is strictly a PhD is certainly not qualified in any way to treat...

  24. Nursing Diagnosis DM

    OgopogoLPN replied to gracie_baby4u's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    you rock daytonite!! i don't know your whole background, but have you even been a nursing instructor/are one now? if not you should be!

  25. I can't believe she said that

    OgopogoLPN replied to litebrightgirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner