Sensoria17

Sensoria17

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  1. Think I committed career suicide...

    Sensoria17 replied to oneflyLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Where are you applying? I'm in NC and currently work LTC. You most definitely do not need any IV/phlebotomy certification to be employed where I'm at. I had virtually no phlebotomy experience when I...

  2. ? about resident throwing self OOB

    Sensoria17 posted a topic in General Nursing

    At my LTC facility, there is a rather challenging drug-seeking resident I have to deal with when floating to another wing. On at least one occasion, after having consumed his maximum daily dosage of...

  3. Aesthetic Nursing-how do I prepare for an interview for this position?

    Sensoria17 replied to TaylorNursing's topic in Aesthetics

    I'd recommend Milady's aesthetician series of books (though I guess if your interview is soon you wouldn't be able to get your hands on them quick enough) Learn about chemical peels (TCA, Jessner's...

  4. ? about resident throwing self OOB

    Sensoria17 replied to Sensoria17's topic in General Nursing

    The man is probably about 60 yo. He receives methadone, oxycodone, and a patch (sorry, I don't want to get into too much detail). He used to be on more meds but he kept going into respiratory distress...

  5. ? about resident throwing self OOB

    Sensoria17 replied to Sensoria17's topic in General Nursing

    I appreciate all your help and comments. I will print these out to keep in mind for the next time I work that

  6. HH job market in CA?

    Sensoria17 posted a topic in Home Health

    So, I'm ready to move back to my home state of CA and I'd like to know how difficult it is right now for an LVN to find a position in home health. As of September, I'll have two years experience in...

  7. How is the job situation for new grads in California?

    Sensoria17 replied to melissabuck82's topic in California Nursing

    Tahoewed, What city do you and you family live in or near? That is terrible that you have such a

  8. HH job market in CA?

    Sensoria17 replied to Sensoria17's topic in Home Health

    Caliotter- Have you been getting regular HH assignments? I know you are in SoCal but I'm interested in your current situation. I'm looking for some hope

  9. Has anyone transferred their LPN/LVN license to Calif recently?

    Sensoria17 replied to lulu67's topic in California Nursing

    Lulu- That's fantastic news! I was actually just telling someone how I need to get on at the VA so I can transfer to CA. Are you currently living in CA right now? That would be my next obstacle,...

  10. Has anyone transferred their LPN/LVN license to Calif recently?

    Sensoria17 replied to lulu67's topic in California Nursing

    Congratulations! Do me a favor and keep us updated on your job search. I would really like to move back to CA soon and am interested in seeing what kind of luck you have finding a job (hopefully...

  11. Working as a NA w/out being certified?

    Sensoria17 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Is this commonly done? I have 9 more weeks left of LVN school but need to start working within the next couple of months. The earliest I could see getting my LVN license would be March. So..... I...

  12. Has anyone transferred their LPN/LVN license to Calif recently?

    Sensoria17 replied to lulu67's topic in California Nursing

    My name appeared first on the registry. I should add that I drove up to the capital to pay for my license in person, otherwise, it would have taken an additional 4-6 weeks to process and obtain a...

  13. Has anyone transferred their LPN/LVN license to Calif recently?

    Sensoria17 replied to lulu67's topic in California Nursing

    I was originally licensed in CA in 2009 and the whole process from getting my ATT to actually receiving my license was three months. I'm currently out of state but have renewed my license just because...

  14. Balancing Work With Online Education

    Sensoria17 replied to RNShenanigator's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just started (and I'm not off to great start) so I'm interested in responses to this post as well. With my first foray into online classes, I will definitely agree that it is more work. I work M-F...

  15. I work in a good place....

    Sensoria17 replied to JBudd's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations. You give me some hope. I hope to find such a workplace

  16. LVN license payment process

    Sensoria17 replied to TemeculaGuy's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I remember mine took at least three

  17. Does benig jealous make me a bad person?

    Sensoria17 replied to raygun354's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is perfectly normal and human to feel jealous. Just don't let it get the best of

  18. Hard to find a job in L.A. as a new LVN

    Sensoria17 replied to MsChrissie's topic in California Nursing

    I moved to North Carolina. I was only able to do so because I have a family member that moved there. I stayed with him while job hunting. Shockingly, I had a job within a week. I had to either move...

  19. One night shift nurse and one day shift husband...

    Sensoria17 replied to JStollRN's topic in General Nursing

    I also work nights 5 days a week, M-F, pretty much the same hours as you. My husband works Sun-Thurs, 5a-1p. I usually sleep from 9-2. He comes home at about 2p so we eat lunch/dinner and spend some...

  20. How much do LVNs make in the BAY AREA or SACRAMENTO AREA (CA)?

    Sensoria17 replied to onehundredreasons's topic in California Nursing

    Is the job market still that horrendous? I'm one that moved out of state to find work but would like to come back to CA within the next 2-3 years. It seems there are more job listings on Indeed.com....

  21. What exactly is an Exelon patch supposed to do?

    Sensoria17 replied to Vonique's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Pretty much. I have only one resident on Exelon and nothing helps him. Seroquel helped for a little while but it is losing its

  22. LTC LPN's...how many patients do you have??

    Sensoria17 replied to knottygirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    When we are full, 30 on 3rd shift. I don't know how people handle

  23. Blood draws and home health

    Sensoria17 posted a topic in Home Health

    I'm interested in transitioning into home health but after a year of working nights in LTC, I still have not successfully completed a blood draw. Would this hinder my chances of employment? I am...

  24. Blood draws and home health

    Sensoria17 replied to Sensoria17's topic in Home Health

    Thanks you Anticoag for the encouraging

  25. I need to know... Do Gurnick LVN get hired easily?

    Sensoria17 replied to collegegirl209's topic in California Nursing

    I went to Gurnick and finished in Dec 08. The vast majority of my classmates are still not working as LVNs. I had to move out of state to find a