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    Daytonite has passed away...

    lpnflorida replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    This saddens me, she was a great resource. RIP beautiful lady. I just realized its been about 7 years since I was active on this site. so much had happen,, My partner John had sickened... he died two...
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    How has Obamacare affected you and your employer?

    lpnflorida replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I really appreciate your survey.. You asked what peoples opinion were. You then appear to be negating what people are saying.. Just exactly what is your agenda in
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    "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    lpnflorida replied to Esme12's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Dr.Snyderman's statement on "NBC Nightly News," in which she says, "While under voluntary quarantine guidelines, which called for our team to avoid public contact for 21 days, members of our group...
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    "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    lpnflorida replied to Esme12's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I have not read anywhere where it says exactly what protective garmets this poor nurse was given to take care of the patient in the ICU in Texas . can you please enlightened us with the information...
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    "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    lpnflorida replied to Esme12's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Esme,, thank you for the Evidence Based Practice. I would agree with that. but perhaps your hospital is using stronger bags than we have been using of late. No joke we bag and entirely too often the...
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    "Houston we have a problem" This just got very real

    lpnflorida replied to Esme12's topic in Disaster Preparation

    First off good morning, It's been along time since I have participated in All Nurse. I remember 30 plus years ago, We were taught and practiced double gloving. what goes into isolation never comes out...
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    Grad nurse RN still looking for work

    lpnflorida replied to tampasheri's topic in Florida Nursing

    I have worked in fort myers since 1999 and yes at Lee Memorial Health Sysytems. They are a very good employer to work for. We are five separate hospitals under the Lee Memorial system. I love this...
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    What would you do?

    lpnflorida replied to HGTVrn33's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    There is absolutely nothing wrong with visiting the nurse manager. Don't be afraid to sell yourself. Remind them if you have worked their unit in another capacity . Let them know what you enjoyed...
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    How early is too early to give a PRN med?

    lpnflorida replied to luckynurse_1234's topic in Patient Medications

    Sometimes it depends on the patient and their condition. If appearing lethargic, decreased respirations or slurred speech. I would not give it early at all. If not sedated I would consider giving it...
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    Does suctioning trach's ever get easier?

    lpnflorida replied to MadpeysRN's topic in General Nursing

    Technically, yes it gets easier the more you do it. Have I personally ever grown to love doing it? No way. It still bothers my stomach. I call it my achilles heel even after all these
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    "Just" an LPN

    lpnflorida replied to lgail's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I complained of how some of our duties had changed due to new BON interpretations. The DON of the hospital put his arm on my shoulders and said. " Just remember you are the cheapest experienced RN I...
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    Daytonite has passed away...

    lpnflorida replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    She was such an wonder on this site. Knowledgeable, helpful, patience plus. I will miss her
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    PTO - how much do you get at your hospital?

    lpnflorida replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    I only work 72 hours per pay period, I get 7.8 hours bi weekly, what you are receiving is the norm for a new hire. Are you working 12 or 8 hour shifts? Most places start out with what equals 2 weeks...
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    Explaining an F on your transcript

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

    I would explain it just as you have here if they happen to ask. Volunteer nothing unless asked directly. Your GPA should speak for
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    How do Doctor's get paid?

    lpnflorida replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    Surgeons are paid a set fee the visit before the surgery, the surgery, each day seen in the hospital and one follow up appointment are all covered under that one fee. Example, and this is true :...
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    Job Market in Fort Myers and Life style

    lpnflorida replied to nursejae's topic in Florida Nursing

    I believe salary range is $22.oo new grad up to $35.00. As to five years experience. I am not sure. I imagine it has to do with in which field and is it a specialty with a high need. Florida tends to...
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    Job Market in Fort Myers and Life style

    lpnflorida replied to nursejae's topic in Florida Nursing

    Go to the web site of our largest Health Care Employer to get an idea of job openings. Leememorial.org I personally loved living in this area the past 10
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    Coworker talking on cell phone while counting narcs!

    lpnflorida replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Personal cell phones are banned anywhere in our hospital while working. People can use them on breaks away from patient areas. We are not even allowed to have our phones in our pockets. My phone was...
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    What kind of personal medical equipment are nurses allowed to use at the hospitals?

    lpnflorida replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    Stethscope is the only thing I have bought. Everything else is supplied. Each patient gets their own bp cuff due to possible cross
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    So who do nurses marry or have as civil partners???

    lpnflorida replied to snoopy29's topic in General Nursing

    Doctor, but I did not meet him at work. Met at the
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    Understaffed hospitals and unemployed nurses

    lpnflorida replied to vivicaq's topic in General Nursing

    Hospitals being understaffed and people needing jobs. Seems like an easy fix. However the bottom line is the almighty dollar. Best laid plans often run into gliches. Schedules may have been set out...
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    'Code Blue' documentation, requesting suggestions

    lpnflorida replied to nerdicus's topic in General Nursing

    This past year I taught a few classes on documentation to my co-workers in regards to being the scribe during codes. What I did was a scenario. I gave the documentation papers to each staff in...
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    If Nurses were paid $8.50 per hr, would you or would you not

    lpnflorida replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

    I can not imagine another field I would have enjoyed as much as nursing. Perhaps it is why I have stayed in as many years as I have. I started at $4.10 an hour. My house payments were perhaps only...
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    about what % of CNA's have back injuries?

    lpnflorida replied to michelle_d's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Having extra help is always a bonus. I must say though I have never injured myself while lifting someone so to speak. It has been during the unexpected moves of a patient such as their trying to do...
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    What do we talk about when we talk about dying?

    lpnflorida replied to VTRN774's topic in General Nursing

    Last week I admitted a patient with a recent crani due to a glioblastoma, pardon if I spelt it wrong. I asked the patient what was his understanding of what was wrong with him. From there I was then...