Hi everybody Im a new nurse who started in the hospital on a tcu floor. I started in april and i am still having a terrible time adapting. Im overwhelmed, stressed, nervous, scared all the above. I...
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hey! to all HH nurses. Im intersted in starting hh and just want some input. I have been out in the field about a year. I began my career in the hospital for a short time but hated it. tried LTC you...
HI all!! Well, I was offered a position in ltc and im going to accept. It is 12hr shifts nights,qo weekend,25:1,30:1, 18.75 base pay.11p-7a is 19.50. 2 weeks orientation. Im freaking!!!!!!!! I hear...
Well I started LTC and my goodness it is a bit overwhelming. I work nights. They told me 2 weeks orientation,well the 4th night they through me out to the wolves. It took me FOREVER to do my med pass...
Hi all, As I mentioned in a previous thread. Im taking a position in ltc 3 twelves 7p-7a. I have never worked third shift. I woulld like opinions good/bad. should I try stayng up through these hours...
Hi out there! I have an interview at a local ltc facilty. What is it like working in ltc?I want the pros and cons. What is good pt/nurse ratio? Im considering 3rd shift,whats is that like?
Hi everyone I took my boards yesterday and I am positive I failed. computer shut off at 85. If I was doing bad wouldnt it have given me more questions to pull my score up? Im going crazy! cant sleep,...
Time management is an issue for me as well organization. I feel I got a good education and my orientation was ok, I got 9 weeks but I was with 7-8 nurses during this time which made it difficult.Im...
Hi, Are the practice questions for nclex-pn more difficult than nclex? I had to take a nclex exam the end of the program and it was difficult, I did pass, alot of pharm questions! I will soon battle...
Hi everyone, I just finished my LPN program, I should get my provisional licenses in approx. 7-10 days. YEAH!! I sent my resume to four LTC and they all called me the same day! Two offers instantly,...
HI! Out there!! Im a new LPN grad. Thinking about working 3rd shift. Im married with a son. It will help out as far as sitter issues, but I feel like I wont have much time for family and stuff. any...
Kstec, Thank you for the info.As a entry level nurse, I thought it would be best to start in LTC, maybe not. The nurse/pt ratio is scarry, Cannot imagine at this point. I have a lead at a local...