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Any of you LPNs bridging to RN in your very late 40s

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to carz's topic in LPN to RN

I'll be 54 in march & I'm currently in a BSN bridge
RN program missing pharmacology!!!!!

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to sewinnett's topic in General Students

I can't imagine nursing school w/o pharm! My LPN program had a full semester of pharm. I'm now in a BSN program & we have 2 semesters of
Do nurses get holidays off?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to Jmiami's topic in General Nursing

You just get used to celebrating when you have time off. My kiddos were always happy to have Christmas if it was on the 22, 23, 24, or 25! It is being with family & friends that is...
I got fired today

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Geriatric, LTC

Big hugs, LoveJoy! Enjoy your Thanksgiving w/ the family. I'm sorry this happened to you. The DON sounds like a real piece of work. Something else better is just around the
How do I interact with terminally ill patients?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to clubwestpua's topic in General Nursing

Well said,
Hello, looking for some encouragement.

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to gorgenurse's topic in Hospice, Palliative

I had the same problem when I first started hospice nursing. I was "talked to" several times by both my DON and MSW about setting boundaries. Another poster mentioned burn out if you don't. That's...
Urgent: need help with important project.

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to tiaranny's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

I'm just wondering why you joined. I agree w/ the other nurses that you should be doing your own homework and not trusting total stangers on a message board. What the hay, I'm in a good mood...
Experiences with going to school with a commute

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to leenak's topic in General Students

My commute is 1.25 hour one way. I know many people listen to recorded lectures during the commute, but I don't. I listen to classical music---it helps me calm down after a stressful day. Once I...
Who is the oldest Nursing Student here?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to APP's topic in General Students

What Scott
Who is the oldest Nursing Student here?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to APP's topic in General Students

I'm 54 & I've been an LPN for a while. I'm currently in a BSN program. I'll be 56 (almost) when I.
IV therapy skills in nursing school...do they still exist?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to IvnurseAmanda's topic in General Students

I thought this was a basic skill. We learned & did lots of practice in my LPN.
Direct care staff incentive bonus

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to Lissa,RN's topic in General Nursing

I get a yearly bonus. It. Comes from my employer NOT the
"Alphabet Soup" After Nurses' Name?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to Arianna727's topic in General Nursing

I like to use my alphbet soup! I'm "HospiceNurseLPN, CHPLN". It's on my name badge and I sign things that way. I worked darned hard for the certification and I'm proud of
Heartland Hospice or Seasons hospice

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to LvANrse80's topic in Hospice, Palliative

You may want to say where these companies are located. Nurses from all over the world read this site.
How to deal with mean old men

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to AMCNurse's topic in General Nursing

Call me weird, but I like taking care of grumpy old men. I joke w/ them and just don't let their gumpiness get to me. Before you know it, they are smiling and we get along fine. I remember that...
My patient did not get seen.

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to Vtachy1's topic in Hospice, Palliative

Talk to your super and let them handle the situation. I'm sorry your pt died, but you have a life and we all need days off from time to time. I think many hospice nurses (myself included) feel as...
Seeking hospice experiences from nurses/aides

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to amarilla's topic in Hospice, Palliative

You can PM me if you'd like.
Please Advise ASAP Confidential please

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to harnof's topic in Hospice, Palliative

I'm sorry to hear about your friend. The family needs to talk to the hospice nurse and ask questions until they understand everything. It sounds like it could just be
The Hidden Costs of Nursing School

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to *4!#6's topic in General Students

Yes, I thought it was a little strange!
IV therapy skills in nursing school...do they still exist?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to IvnurseAmanda's topic in General Students

We learned to start IV's in LPN school. Lecture, fake arms, and practice on each other (for those who wanted). A skill I have only used 2 or 3 times. I'm currently in a BSN bridge program and we...
RN vs LPN

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to aachavez's topic in General Students

ditto
Need Advice!!! RN or LVN!? Pls read, very complex situation!

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to claudia1986's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

Dave Ramsey would tell you to sell the car and get rid of the debt. Eat rice and beans and beans and rice. Then SAVE for school. BTW, how in the heck does one obtain 20K of credit card
Should i be a nurse?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to Jenni811's topic in General Nursing

You had me going w/ the title! Good
How soon you will be drug tested after admission?

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to The ER Biker's topic in General Students

I'm sure they aren't going to give you a date. Our school is random throughout the semester. Are you asking because you have an addiction problem? I would suggest getting help before attempting a...
can someone help with my care plan??

Hospice Nurse LPN replied to clff_0107's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

I'd put pain & ineffective breathing toward the top. To me, those are more important than activity intolerance &

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