3sodapop

3sodapop

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  1. How to tell if you are being targeted at your job by another nurse..

    3sodapop replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I had a similar situation. I was hired to do this person's old job and she was supposed to train me, but she never lifted a finger to help me and constantly criticized me behind my back and...

  2. Which job would you choose?

    3sodapop replied to WorkofHeart8's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would also consider which has the better commute, better hours. Most importantly, which place will treat you the best? What is more important to you: money, experience, or quality of

  3. LPN vs. LVN Can't we just agree on a name?

    3sodapop posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What's up with the LPN/LVN situation? It's very frustrating that the same job with the same credentials is called by 2 different names. To me, it doesn't show the world a solid and substantial...

  4. LPN vs. LVN Can't we just agree on a name?

    3sodapop replied to 3sodapop's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If I say I'm a nurse, people automatically assume I'm an RN. I usually wind up saying "no, I'm not an RN.... I'M JUST AN LPN. If I say I'm a licensed nurse I think that clears up that issue and...

  5. LPN vs. LVN Can't we just agree on a name?

    3sodapop replied to 3sodapop's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What if we just started calling ourselves LICENSED NURSES, or LN's and just dropped the unnecessary word in the middle? Hello, my name is Jane Doe and I'm a Licensed

  6. LPN vs. LVN Can't we just agree on a name?

    3sodapop replied to 3sodapop's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Why does it have to be so confusing?? A "practical" nurse sounds like you're saying you're "practically" a nurse. And to me a"vocation" means a religious calling... What about simply calling...

  7. LPN vs. LVN Can't we just agree on a name?

    3sodapop replied to 3sodapop's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well maybe California and Texas BON's should get on board with the rest of us

  8. Top 15 Reasons NOT to go into Nursing

    3sodapop replied to Crystal112's topic in General Nursing

    The only nursing shortage is a shortage of experienced RN's. Good luck finding a job when you

  9. Which job would you take.....need advice

    3sodapop replied to annagirl0604's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congratulations, first of all! Getting a job offer these days is no easy feat; and you've got 2 I worked 2nd shift in LTC for a year, and I've worked in Dr. offices for 6 yrs. Working 2nd shift was...

  10. LPN job options

    3sodapop replied to imim's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    After a year of working LTC, I just got a job in my local high school as a 1:1. I ride the sped van to & from school with a medically fragile child. During the school day I monitor the child and...

  11. A&P Challenge Test

    3sodapop posted a topic in LPN to RN

    I'm an LPN student applying to a RN program as a 3rd term student with prior credits. The only problem is my Anatomy & Physiology credits are too old, and I have to take their challenge test to...

  12. Did anybody do medical assisting before LVN??

    3sodapop replied to AHinch1988's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    wow! having phlebotomy skills on to of being an lpn is a huge asset to your skills. congrats & good luck 2

  13. Did anybody do medical assisting before LVN??

    3sodapop replied to AHinch1988's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I got an associate's degree in medical assisting right out of high school. I liked the courses and thought it would be fun. Well...looking back I wish I had used that 2 years to become an RN instead....

  14. What I learned my first year as a nurse. (Things they don't teach in nursing school.)

    3sodapop posted a topic in General Students

    Being a nurse isn't about grades. It's about being who we are. NO book can teach you how to cry with a patient, NO class can teach you how to tell a family that their parents have died or are dying....

  15. What I learned my first year as a nurse. (Things they don't teach in nursing school.)

    3sodapop replied to 3sodapop's topic in General Students

    In my case this is how I interpret the quote: It's not about downplaying education, it's about possessing all the true qualities needed to be a good

  16. Supervisor dissed my pay rate..am I getting ripped off?

    3sodapop posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work 3-11 at LTC passing meds for 44 patients, hired as a new grad with 5 days orientation. After 3 weeks I'm doing well, but I was talking with my supervisor last night and we were discussing the...

  17. 1st on scene of accident yesterday...what would you do?

    3sodapop posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm a newly licensed LPN. Driving home, I passed a small convertible all smashed up and on it's side in a ditch. I stopped to find two teenage boys at the scene. The driver was barefoot and walking...

  18. New grad/New hire needs 3-11 LTC advice.

    3sodapop posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I just started as a new grad in a LTC floor passing meds to 44 residents on 3-11 shift. I'm still orienting and want to know if you have any suggestions on what to carry with me for quick reference if...

  19. New grad/New hire needs 3-11 LTC advice.

    3sodapop replied to 3sodapop's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    "If you know a particular patient takes a sleeper every night then ask before pouring their meds to save yourself a trip back to the cart and more time from your pass." Question: What is a sleeper?...

  20. New grad. LVN can't get a job :(

    3sodapop replied to Jab08's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I had the same problem. I graduated in June, Passed NCLEX in July. I went to a job fair, sent out about 45 resumes, applied to about 40 jobs on-line (careerbuilder.com is a great search site), I...

  21. Passed and Graduated! Now the wait.....any suggestions?

    3sodapop replied to navydad51's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Wow, you're lucky! It's no wonder you're anxious to test. It sounds like you'll pass with flying

  22. Passed and Graduated! Now the wait.....any suggestions?

    3sodapop replied to navydad51's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In the meantime, take some time to go over ALL your notes. Make up your own study sheets from them and focus on passing the NCLEX. Practice questions from NCLEX study books are good for learning...

  23. Scary metoprolol IV order... Abusive doc.s.. Moderately traumatized

    3sodapop replied to missmiamoore's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow! Sounds like a hell of a night. It sounds like those docs were pretty cranky, especially since you probably saved the PCP a lot of embarrasment, and perhaps his patient. Perhaps they have to...

  24. Out of school 3-4 months and still no job!!!

    3sodapop replied to kcsb12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ditto. I'm a new LPN looking for a LTC or Dr. office job in Mass. since early August. It's embarrasing to tell friends/relatives that I'm still not hired. They've all heard about the so called...

  25. A&P Challenge Test

    3sodapop replied to 3sodapop's topic in LPN to RN

    No, I haven't taken it yet. I sent in my application and they didn't say I needed it. I'm not sure if that's true, but I'm not going to question it. :wink2: I've already taken A&P twice, but...