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    Is nursing really worth it??

    lpnflorida replied to Misslady113's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is absolutely worth it. The main frustration I have is with more with family members than patients. Some of the medical families are the absolute worst. Somedays I simply want to say why not...
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    Zero Lift Law= Zero Compensation for Injury under L&I

    lpnflorida replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I want to add. We went top having bariatric equipment approx. 5 years ago. The amount of injuries our staff were having have been reduced tremendously. We are lucky in that all of our equipment is on...
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    Zero Lift Law= Zero Compensation for Injury under L&I

    lpnflorida replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I actually love our geriatric equipment. My complaints though is the rooms are not big enough to use the equipment in an efficient manner. We end up having to move so much of the furniture around to...
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    LTC ethical issues

    lpnflorida replied to springchicken2+2's topic in General Nursing

    I would say something to your preceptor only. I would not have spoken to other staff members. Bring up the concerns you have with her in a supportive fashion if you can. Gently remind her patients...
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    how much time for AM med pass?

    lpnflorida replied to retread71's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree with the distraction part. Yes putting them in pudding or applesauce or a sandwich can be done as long as they are told their medications are in it. It is against patient's right to not be...
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    Blurred Boundaries: Should we eliminate the distinction between RNs and LPNs?

    lpnflorida replied to ilovechadkrause's topic in LPN to RN

    They are only blurred in your mind. To me there still remains a distinct
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    Good Old HIPAA Violation!

    lpnflorida replied to shodobe's topic in General Nursing

    Our system recently fired someone who was outside in the smoking area who it was reported they violated HIPPA. They have been an employee in the system for 25 years. Just goes to show us, we always...
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    Anonymous Complaints - Have you ever received one?

    lpnflorida replied to rolland542's topic in General Nursing

    Two Words Press Gainey It appears to give patient the freedom to voice any complaints, some will give compliments, but most often the ones who spend time writing in the blanks have
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    Explain the different trauma level designations to me please.

    lpnflorida replied to Pepperlady's topic in Emergency

    17 17-5 The Level I trauma center provides a continuous rotation in trauma surgery for senior residents that is part of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education- accredited program in...
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    Explain the different trauma level designations to me please.

    lpnflorida replied to Pepperlady's topic in Emergency

    Level 1 trauma centers also have surgical residencies, teaching hospital. in addition to what has already been
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    quitting after 6 months?

    lpnflorida replied to addison31's topic in General Nursing

    I recall, while working in acute care psychiatry at least once a year I would think about quitting. Fortunately I would give myself some time to figure out was it that I actually wanted to quit what I...
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    Pls tell me this is common in your Hospital!!!

    lpnflorida replied to SurvivorRN's topic in General Nursing

    My employer has my cell phone number, not my house number. That way I never feel locked into waiting by the phone. See if you can do the same,then keep a uniform in your trunk if you must when you are...
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    Nurses eating me alive

    lpnflorida replied to Mnstn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree it is important for you to smile and introduce yourself if possible explain what you perceive your role to be while interning. I understand how uncomfortable you may be feeling. Realize...
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    how much time for AM med pass?

    lpnflorida replied to retread71's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This weekend I worked as a med nurse on a trauma floor of our hospital. I had 10 patients, 3 blood sugars along with scheduled medications, there were the prn pain medications. I lost count of how...
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    How to prevent fleas coming to you?

    lpnflorida replied to Titanium888's topic in General Nursing

    Are you sure they are fleas and not lice? I am not sure what can be done aside from having patient immediately remove their clothes, wash their clothes in hot water. I would also suggest not wearing...
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    Malignant Hyperthermia, non-anesthesia related

    lpnflorida replied to BrayaRN's topic in General Nursing

    It can happen with young athelete males who were given antipsychotic medications. It was rare. I saw it only once in 20 years of psych. The patient was in his early 20's and on Navane. I had a 12 year...
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    Using Bladder Scanner when does it indicate catheterization

    lpnflorida replied to plumstethoscope's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Some urologist specifically order cath for amounts greater than.... Our protocol if we do not have a specific order is we cath for greater than 250cc. We always allow the patient to try and void...
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    RNs who were LVNS.......WHAT IS YOUR HONEST OPNION?

    lpnflorida replied to shalamar's topic in California Nursing

    While I have loved being an LPN for 30 years, I recommend for anyone to go start for Rn if at all possible. Reasons are numerous as posted in so many areas of of this web
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    I want to know about medical assisting field

    lpnflorida replied to dayavincent's topic in General Nursing

    I also am not ignoring her concerns. I paid for my daughter to become an MA, cost well over $12,000.00 no I am not kidding on that one. I tried to talk her out of it. Pay, start $9.00 /hour, do the...
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    Are you a true Minnesotan?

    lpnflorida replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    Scandanavian heritage was always strong in Minnesota. Many of my relative had heavy accents. Does not mean we all spoke that way . Understand it yes, speak it ,
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    I want to know about medical assisting field

    lpnflorida replied to dayavincent's topic in General Nursing

    We have no Medical Assistants in our hospitals, I have seen ads for doctors offices. Personally, I think for the amount of money it takes to become a Medical Assistance it is a waste of your money....
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    No gifts from the Drs???

    lpnflorida replied to racing-mom4's topic in General Nursing

    There is a doctor in our system who sent to each unit a flower arrangement. Others gave goodies to eat. Our hospital system which usually gives a $20.00 gift card, this year came up with a great idea....
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    team buidling

    lpnflorida replied to VAJenny's topic in General Nursing

    Our DON or Nurse Manager will hand out meal tickets to all of the staff working on an especially difficult shift. Example: too many call offs for the shift, inability to get someone to work leaving...
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    Why Does Everyone Hate Florida So Much??

    lpnflorida replied to natkoz82's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hopes of catching a fish like yours is enough to keep me in Florida.... I love flats
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    A PA muses about getting older

    lpnflorida replied to Anxious Patient's topic in General Nursing

    It's great article, age, well. As we are the same , sure beats the alternative. Hmm made me look in the mirror though