PralineLPN

PralineLPN

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  1. How to deal??

    PralineLPN replied to TraumaICURN's topic in General Nursing

    What's so wrong with being 20 and a BSN?? Are you jealous or something? I finished a BS in chemistry 2 years out of high school. I could be done with med school and halfway through residency by 25 if...

  2. New Nurse Fired for wanting more training

    PralineLPN replied to dimplez's topic in General Nursing

    What is reporting them to the State Board of Nursing going to do, exactly? Are they breaking any

  3. i did so many errors today.*needing comfort guys

    PralineLPN replied to chick_pea's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What?? Sounds like you're making life a little too

  4. i did so many errors today.*needing comfort guys

    PralineLPN replied to chick_pea's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't know if you are kiddding about these mistakes or not. If you are being serious, this thread makes me nervous. I handle narcotics with utmost care. I stop and clear my mind, breath for a second...

  5. Medical Equipment

    PralineLPN replied to WannaBeNrse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    These devices are very simple to operate-don't be worried about them. The o2 tanks have a knob that controls flow (rated in Liters/min), usually set around 2-3, no more than 4. Be careful with the...

  6. This could be a problem...

    PralineLPN replied to jlynnw's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If your facility has in-house laundering for the residents, you could check their "orphan" clothes box for some that fit. Tight fitting clothes, espically shoes, are an issue for some patients, skin...

  7. Blood Pressure Kits for Obese??

    PralineLPN replied to pagandeva2000's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This is what we do, too-Works fine, sometimes the sounds are a little diminished, but just turn off the TV and listen really hard.

  8. phasing out?

    PralineLPN replied to CantWait2Nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This is entirely false. There is only a re-distribution of the labor and skill sets. I don't know where this rumor started, or why, for that matter. The facts are-LPN/LVN usually work in...

  9. Has this happened to anyone before??

    PralineLPN replied to Purdue_Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I had this same exact thing happen to me in Dec 2006. I woke up feeling like the room was spinning, threw up several hours later, it lessened over 10 hours, then resolved. Scared the double-hades out...

  10. being a new grad... ;(

    PralineLPN replied to luv2shop19mall's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Make sure you eat. I don't care how busy you are, bring a sandwich or something to keep your sugars at a decent level. Yesterday, I had 8 thousand things to do, and I went to lunch anyways. Still got...

  11. HELP! I DON"T WANT TO GO THROUGH CNA first...

    PralineLPN replied to lookingforward's topic in General Nursing

    All I can say, is that being a CNA/GNA (geriatric NA) was horrible and a hard, no-thanks, low paying, crappy (literally) job. But it payed off in dividends while in school. Also, as a LPN, I am easily...

  12. B careful LPN-RN Online

    PralineLPN replied to mel1977's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would like to do LPN-BSN online, but I am very leery. I would like concrete evidence I can work in Maryland as a BSN with a degree from Indiana State U. I don't know, I think I'll just stick with...

  13. Do you really want work with foreign nurses?

    PralineLPN replied to lucinka's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked with European (Poland, Germany, Czech, etc) as well as African nurses before, and I have absolutely no problem with it. I find other cultures fascination, and I'm always willing to teach...

  14. Would you do anything about it?

    PralineLPN replied to SCRN1's topic in General Nursing

    Report it. The anti-biotic issue alone needs to be taken care of. This is why we have lovely strains of MRSA, VRE and who knows what else brewing. As I'm sure you all

  15. Do you trust automatic "vitals" machines??

    PralineLPN replied to Fairlythere's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I don't like the fact I don't get the "hand-on" aspect of autos. I like to feel my pulses and hear my sounds, I also get a chance to check skin moisture and temp. Autos are kind of dehumanizing, I...

  16. Can you sue your instructor?

    PralineLPN replied to Phillygryl's topic in General Students

    Litigation in America-the first and only answer for everything! Yesterday a Pt hurt my feelings, and there was too much paperwork, I think I'll sue for emotional distress. Seriously, the time and...

  17. Drove home in tears...

    PralineLPN replied to Mudhoney's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It takes a while, but focus on the things you HAVE learned and accomplished. I can guarantee, the knowledge you have accrued is not insignificant. Everything will fall into place. Ask for help and...

  18. Have you ever reported your coworker to the supervisor and got the person fired

    PralineLPN replied to Bala Shark's topic in General Nursing

    I have. A cleaning lady was mouthing off to residents and cursing in the halls. This woman was a total disgrace. I'm glad she was fired. DON and the Admin actually thanked me for writing it up. It was...

  19. What do I tell her?

    PralineLPN replied to HisHands's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, she should have at least told someone she was

  20. New grad about to Quit - what to say & do??

    PralineLPN replied to amy0123's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Can you clarify what you mean by you "want you manager to know you are serious"? It sounds like you've already made up your mind about quitting. In that case, write a letter of resignation, and state...

  21. Most common drugs used in hospital

    PralineLPN replied to deb123's topic in Nursing Career

    Here's a few- Coumadin-Check your PT/INRS Heparin Narcotics (Morphine, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Fentanyl, Dilaudid) Just be aware of last time given, use the least amt needed for relief, IE don't give...

  22. New Grads- what starting rates are you seeing?

    PralineLPN replied to BoonersmomRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I know LPN's in MD can make around $24/hour + differentials if you look around. I'm sure RN's can do similar or better on a med-surg floor. Ask for $25/hour, seems

  23. What's your favorite pair of nursing shoes?

    PralineLPN replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    New Balance. Durable, white, comfortable and $50 on sale. A pair last me about a

  24. Difficulty with a CNA

    PralineLPN replied to NurseWi_JennJenn's topic in General Nursing

    I had a med tech question me about what I needed the keys for. I told her there was a pt in respiratory distress and I needed nebs immediately. Finally I got the keys after convincing her it was an...

  25. Prescribing without a license?

    PralineLPN replied to barbyann's topic in General Nursing

    I understand, I see where you are coming from now. Basically, the supervisor ordered the nurse to take drugs. Interesting ethical and legal questions...I wonder what would have happened if the nurse...