Caffeine_IV

Caffeine_IV

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  1. dispelling NCLEX myths

    Caffeine_IV replied to Jamie2887's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I needed this post before Tuesday lol but

  2. Somebody pinch me!!!!

    Caffeine_IV replied to Caffeine_IV's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks

  3. Minutes feel like days!

    Caffeine_IV replied to chevyv's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations to you

  4. Never stop believing..

    Caffeine_IV replied to McLovin''s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations!

  5. Getting a Job Before CNA Certification

    Caffeine_IV replied to walktheline's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not really sure on the rules of the whole thing. I would just apply to as many places as possible..the worst they can do is say no. Go ahead and get that exam done so you can have more options....

  6. Lpn-Rn pay scale???

    Caffeine_IV replied to lindseylpn's topic in LPN to RN

    It just depends on your facility. At lots of places you won't be compensated unless you were working in a very similar

  7. Is LPN school less stressful and easier than RN school?

    Caffeine_IV replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in LPN to RN

    They are both difficult and stressful. The PN program I went through was faster paced than the RN

  8. LPN or RN??

    Caffeine_IV replied to kaykay83RN's topic in LPN to RN

    I would do the LPN and go back and bridge into the RN program. It will give you a base and also help to build your confidence. Mental health is harder for some people b/c it's a different kind of...

  9. one semester bridge program?

    Caffeine_IV replied to 7starbuck7's topic in LPN to RN

    Nope never heard of a one semester one. That seems too short

  10. How do you do it.....LPN to RN bridge

    Caffeine_IV replied to BjSkyGGEvan's topic in LPN to RN

    Most if not all of the clinicals will be early AM and we have had some that were afternoons (1-7pm or something similar.) Sometimes they will be a LITTLE flexible with scheduling but not enough to...

  11. nursing questionnaire

    Caffeine_IV replied to jive shaman's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    . What is your educational background? HS diploma and Diploma in practical nursing. 2. How many hours to you work in one week? About 16 3. what is your job title? Licensed Practical Nurse 4. what...

  12. How do you do it.....LPN to RN bridge

    Caffeine_IV replied to BjSkyGGEvan's topic in LPN to RN

    I worked FT night shift (7p-7a) as long as I could through the bridge program and saved up money. Then I went to every other weekend. It really sucks b/c that's not much money but I'm graduating soon....

  13. Is LPN school just as hard as RN school?

    Caffeine_IV replied to NICUplease's topic in LPN to RN

    In LPN school, our clinicals were harder IMO. RN school we had careplans to do that were fairly time consuming and hard (depending on the grader). With some LPN experience most have a one-up on the...

  14. Nursing students and nudity

    Caffeine_IV replied to halenlainecole's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In my class when we did physical assessment we had to do a real breast exam. It was

  15. Lpn Stressful???

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

    Can only speak for LPN since I'm not an RN. Depends on the facility that you are working in how stressful things are. I've had 2 nursing home jobs..when I worked night shift it was less stressful to...

  16. New agency nurse, please help!!

    Caffeine_IV replied to megan0321's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have to agree with traumaRus..it doesn't seem like you are ready for agency. Not trying to put you down b/c you can do anything you set your mind to but you really need to have gotten your feet...

  17. Giving meds without an order

    Caffeine_IV replied to momnursewriter's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Oh in that case, I wouldn't have given anything since the MD is one of those evil ones that won't cover you. I love the MDs that trust my nursing judgement and will back me

  18. Question for all NURSES, ever thought about...

    Caffeine_IV replied to josinda421's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm doing it because I enjoy it not just to make a living. I don't intend on being in LTC for my entire nursing career but it's not that bad. I enjoy going to work and the shift usually flies by. I...

  19. Giving meds without an order

    Caffeine_IV replied to momnursewriter's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In my LTC facility most of the doctor groups have a long list of standing orders so that we don't have to call them unless it's a HUGE emergency. You DO have to use your nursing judgement just be...

  20. Question for all NURSES, ever thought about...

    Caffeine_IV replied to josinda421's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Right now I'm only working weekends in a LTC as I'm in a transition program. I work from 0700-1500 0645- get report, narc count 0700-,make CNA assignment sheet, stock cart, flip through the mar,...

  21. About to become "a nurse!"

    Caffeine_IV replied to tbanurse's topic in LPN to RN

    Oh wow comments like that just burn me up. LPN/LVN are licensed by the freakin state board so we ARE nurses. I don't care what anyone says. And yes you were right to help the aids if you could. Those...

  22. I Am Terrified Now!!

    Caffeine_IV replied to Jan RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I'm not an RN yet but I've been working in LTC as an LPN for little over a year and I really enjoy it. A lot of people throw LTC to the side and just think of us as pill pushers but it's more than...

  23. Is there a state rule on how to count narcotics?

    Caffeine_IV replied to Ms.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    At my facility, the oncoming nurse handle the cards and the leaving nurse looks in the book. When I'm coming in I look at both and pull all the cards out of the cart, flip them over and check for...

  24. Question for LPN/LVNS

    Caffeine_IV replied to LoriJoCNA's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Favorite part...getting through to that patient or resident that everyone dreads and warns you about and they end up becoming your favorite Worst: dealing with the "office" people. They have no idea...

  25. Roll Call: Introduce Yourselves, LPNs!

    Caffeine_IV replied to TheCommuter's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hello! I'm Taryn and I've been an LPN for about 15 months. I work in long term care and it's great. I'm in a RN bridge program currently and will graduate in August 08. I love this forum and I'm a...