tiroka03

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  1. Why the heck am I so slow???

    tiroka03 replied to Despareux's topic in General Students

    Isn't it maddening to see people pick up things quicker than you. Or so it seems. You may just be learning more deeply. By this I mean you need to know more information to feel comfortable than the...

  2. Getting to know your patients.

    tiroka03 replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    I would like to know more about my patients on a LTC unit. I work nights, and I don't get to see family and friends. I see them asleep, and really don't have a clue who most of them were and what...

  3. Tips for working night shift as a new lpn.

    tiroka03 replied to jmitchell-85's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just consentrate on learning the paperwork. Learn what to do in the case of an emergency. Learn who to call, when you think there is no one to call. You can call the pharmacy, and outside...

  4. Got a job interview, in Kenosha WI. Anyone know this place?

    tiroka03 replied to Jenni811's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I grew up in Wisconsin Rapids, a little futher north. I don't know of your Hospital, but I know you need to dress warmly in the winter and carry a big snow shovel. You have lake effect snow. Very...

  5. Please help: What the different with CNA / LPN

    tiroka03 replied to new_medical_student's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I started out as a Home Health Aide. It was a lot easier than being a CNA in a LTC or Hospital. I got my LPN and have been one for a long time now. I wish I would have gone straight into RN, and...

  6. How bad is distance learning?

    tiroka03 replied to MissMcCoy's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I tried to do it, but didn't like it. That's not to say you won't. However, I had nursing experience. I am an LPN and was going for my RN. What I didn't like about it was you are basically...

  7. Documenting a foley cath removal

    tiroka03 replied to Liebchen's topic in General Students

    Indwelling cath removed per doctor order. Pt tolerated procedure well. Pt has been instructed on need to inform on first void. Will monitor. I don't think it is important to montior about the cath...

  8. Clinicals Acceptance Letter: What should I "brush up" on?

    tiroka03 replied to AriesPanda's topic in General Students

    I would l brush up on major dieases and medical conditions. While facts on how the body digests carbs or how the lungs actually do their job. It is how to care for and wounds, and trachs, IV's and G...

  9. Need advice re: new nurses not getting good orientation

    tiroka03 replied to mama_d's topic in General Nursing

    We have lost many experience nurses, due to (many reasons). But, that leaves us with very few experience nurses, and mostly all brand new nurses. I can hear your pain, and I also feel it. I have on...

  10. LTC new nurse burnt out!

    tiroka03 replied to mkahnlpn's topic in General Nursing

    I have been doing this night nurse LTC shift for years. I can totally understand what you are saying. I work this shift because with handicapped children, it allows me to be able to run to school...

  11. Experienced nurses: teach us your time management skills

    tiroka03 replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    If you know where you are working, start the assessment as you walk in the door. I usually do 1/2 of them on my way to the desk to sign in. I just go from room to room on my way in. Then after...

  12. Prioritization

    tiroka03 replied to raymell80's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure what a "co Nurse" is. But, I will tell you what has helped me. I work on a couple of different units. When it's been a long time since I have been on a certian unit, I will write...

  13. How do I get around to LIKING changing an ostomy bag?

    tiroka03 replied to seks's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure about anyone else, but I have never seen smelling someones poo or urine and make an assessment as part of my job description. No Thanks. I will do the job, change the ostomy or...

  14. Hopefully helpful advice!

    tiroka03 replied to WittySarcasm's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Good for you. You sound like you have really learned your stuff. I wish I could have heard from you when I first started nursing. I was a wreck. Thank you for sharing your list, even us old...

  15. Is it me or just the nursing home I'm working in

    tiroka03 replied to soon2begrad2010's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I understand how hard it is. I don't have a good answer. If you can get with one of the nurses off shift and just go over things, it might help. Try to write down all the areas you need help, and...

  16. First day of clinicals .. does this get easier?

    tiroka03 replied to Neldavi's topic in General Nursing

    You wouldn't be normal if you didn't feel totally unprepared. When I get nervous, I usually misjudge distances. So, I bang into doors and walls, making loud noises. I do this on new jobs as well....

  17. Thank you staff nurses!

    tiroka03 replied to JaneyW's topic in General Nursing

    We get to both train them as students, and then again as new hires. We might as well start early, and then hopefully it will be easier the second time around.

  18. What are the top 5 medications YOU administer daily?

    tiroka03 replied to northmississippi's topic in Patient Medications

    Long term unit nights Insulin, Tylenol, Prilosec, Lortab,

  19. Can an LVN/LPN discontinue an IV?

    tiroka03 replied to Miss_3Bb's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    A LPN can d/c an IV line. But, not a PICC, or Mid Line or anything higher rated than that. If you don't feel you have the experience, or haven't been certified - Don't. Good for you, asking the...

  20. Very depressed after failing test-out today.

    tiroka03 replied to Chrismurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I like what everyone has told you. I think that most people are a little nervous about trachs. But, you are only on the spot for 15min. You can do that. Just imagine doing it correctl as you lean...

  21. Facts Throwing

    tiroka03 replied to Rockstar21's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I bet you know more than you are giving yourself credit for. One good way to study is to draw a circle and place inside the name of the topic you are studying. Then put out lines from that circle...

  22. Odor Query

    tiroka03 replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    There are times I smell weird too, and find out I brushed up against a particually stinky sweaty sleepying pt. Look at who you come in contact with, especially if it always happen at the same time of...

  23. Are you going to work tommorow in the big storm?

    tiroka03 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    I am not living up North anymore, but the last blizzard I was in, the hospital said if I couldn't come in, they would sent a helicopter and pick people up. They did manage to send out 4 wheel drive...

  24. What do you fear most on the job?

    tiroka03 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was thinking about different things that scare me on any given day as far as being a nurse. I am not paranoid (really), but I would like to hear what are the common fears that you have. I think it...

  25. Verbal assault by a pt.

    tiroka03 replied to imintrouble's topic in General Nursing

    I agree about the documentation. I agree about the stress. But, it still hits hard, and can throw you for a loop. I know it usually happens when your the most busy, and now you feel like you want...