niteshiftlvn07

niteshiftlvn07

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  1. LPN versus CMA

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance:I applaud any one who get's off their butt to go out and seek education:balloons: I'm happy that some aspects of nursing duties are delegated out to cna's, med aides, CMA'S ,etc... But,...

  2. Cancelled

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Fancy Face's topic in Agency Nurses

    :monkeydance: I just resigned from maxim. I was with them for 5 months and I didn't get alot of good assignments from them. I got more work from the 2 other agencies I work for, so it was time to get...

  3. Nursing Home Rehab Units

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to TheCommuter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    :monkeydance:I recently started working prn (night shift)at a LTC/REHAB facility. The DON ensured me that I would get an adequate orientation and pay for my I.V. cert. class(The rehab unit takes pt.s...

  4. To be a CNA in nursing home or hospital?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Sammygrll's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    :monkeydance:Before I became a nurse I worked as an aide in a group home and home health aide/sitter for a HH agency. I liked working 1 to 1 with clients, the pace was slower, I got to know the...

  5. What do community health/public health nurses do/where do they work?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to RN BSN 2009's topic in Public, Community Health

    :monkeydance:I worked as a public health clinic nurse for 5 months(agency/contract). I really liked it(8-5/mon-fri. sched, 1 hr lunches,paid weekly) The downside was that I didn't speak spanish and...

  6. It Happened Again! :(

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to gentlegiver's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance:Why do we continue to let people get under our skins with this tired argument:deadhorse I would probably just said " I'm the charge nurse, What's your

  7. Role Call...California LVN's

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to DeeDee143's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: TEXAS is a good place to work/live when you're a nurse. My aunt who lives in north california keeps asking me why I don't come to california. I plan to visit, but that's it! I've heard...

  8. Trying To Pass!!

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to mustangmollie's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    :monkeydance: I pray that you can gather the strength to overcome your obstacles.Positive thinking will be the key to your success(If you believe, you will achieve!!! ) When I was studying for the...

  9. How many of you have multiple jobs besides being an LVN?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Predaking's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: WOW you're quick to assume things regarding my personal/financial situation. But you know what they say about people who assume... they make ***** out of themselves!! Secondly I was...

  10. Should I work for an agency??

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to TopazLPN's topic in Agency Nurses

    :monkeydance: I've done agency work on and off over the last 2yrs. It's great when you are getting alot of hours and horrible when you get cancelled. Most agency's require 1 yr. of experience. If you...

  11. I passed!

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Starcrossd48's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: CONGRATS!!! Welcome to NURSING!!! :balloons: :roll :biere: :smiley_aa :yelclap: :cheers: :w00t:

  12. LVN Resume

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to whagkamaculit's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: It's great to have a resume because it's useful when you're filling out the employment

  13. How many of you have multiple jobs besides being an LVN?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Predaking's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: All people judge(pre-judge, make "comments" and unsolicited remarks towards others all the time!!!) It doesnt matter what profession we happen to be.Nurses are supposed to be kind,...

  14. What do you do with DISRUPTIVE classmates?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to 2bLPNLilPrettyNewyorkr's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: You need to change seats Now:madface: !! It doesnt matter what race the person is IGNORANCE IS IGNORANCE!!! She sounds insecure and she's acting out for attention. Don't get caught up in...

  15. How many of you have multiple jobs besides being an LVN?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Predaking's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: LOGIC?!! It defeats the purpose of her education because she should have wanted to get her nursing license in order to provide a better life for herself/family without having to sell her...

  16. Emotional breakdown and nurse frustation

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to maxcrx's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: This job sounds horrible:angryfire :trout: !!! Leave Now. You're risking your license just walking in there:nono: . I recently worked a night shift at a ltc/acute rehab...

  17. How many of you have multiple jobs besides being an LVN?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Predaking's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: Moonlighting as a stripper?!! :barf01: :smackingf That defeats the purpose of obtaining a nursing license!!! She should have just gotten a 2nd nursing

  18. how much do lvn make

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to latindimples21's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: I work as an lvn in austin, tx. LVN starting salaries vary by employer. Here's a sample: Agency- 18-25/hr LTC/Nursing home- 17-23/ hr (may offer sign on...

  19. Any LPN's out there?

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to boarderchick's topic in General Nursing

    :monkeydance: Sorry BerryHappy, but lpn's/lvn's aren't "nurses lite", there just NURSES to me!! I also started off going to a bsn program. After 2 yrs of prerequisites and 3 attempts at trying to get...

  20. For those LVN's tha challenged the boards...

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to yesi12's topic in California Nursing

    :monkeydance: WOW!!! I now know california has lost it's mind!!! When yall say paid bedside experience what comes to my mind is basic cna duties(vital signs, toileting, assist ambulating, hygeine...

  21. How did you know the LPN/LVN route was for you???

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to couldntbhappier's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: I actually went to a 4 yr univ to get my bsn. After 2 years of taking prerequisites(gpa 3.2) and applying 3 times to get in the nursing program(very competitive), I decided to look into...

  22. Help, failed nclex 3 times....

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to chunksdaname's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :monkeydance: I know you must be upset and tired of having to deal with this. I hope you take a short break and try to relax. I also used saunders and the study guide had a over whelming amount of...

  23. Looking for input about LPN program...

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to buckeyesweetz's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    :monkeydance: if going to lvn school is what you want to do , then go for it!!! i don't know what type of job you could do with a bachelor's in health promotion(have you considered working at a...

  24. difficult co-workers

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to knockandhello's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    :monkeydance: I've seen so many poor examples of cna's, It's insane!!! I worked as an aide(home health/group homes) prior to getting my lvn license. I never thought of ignoring the nurses or...

  25. I desperately need some help!!!!!

    niteshiftlvn07 replied to Fonzy's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :monkeydance: