Happy2CU

Happy2CU

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  1. Please explain the difference

    Happy2CU replied to msjam54's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto to what the above posters said. Also, you will have considerably less employment options as an LPN as opposed to an RN. Depending upon where you work, you may perform many of the same tasks...

  2. Malpractice Insurance

    Happy2CU replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    www.nso.com

  3. RN responsibilities in LTC

    Happy2CU replied to saraltx's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow, such attitude and such generalization. I'm simply blown

  4. Anyone can get into Nursing.

    Happy2CU replied to indiawhitaker's topic in General Nursing

    India, I was married to a verbally abusive man for 16 years. He made fun of my career, talked down to me, insulted me, laughed at me. Fortunately, I saw the light and divorced him and my life...

  5. Questions about CAPD

    Happy2CU replied to small_potato's topic in Medical-Surgical

    My answer is probably a bit late, but may still be helpful. If you forget to flush the line the air in the line will go into the peritoneal cavity. It will cause shoulder pain (between the should...

  6. Refusal question, please give me your thoughts.

    Happy2CU replied to emndarmic's topic in General Nursing

    You don't need that job. There are others out there. If she is living in such squalor you are putting your health and your own home at risk. Roaches, other vermin could go into your purse or other...

  7. Anyone can get into Nursing.

    Happy2CU replied to indiawhitaker's topic in General Nursing

    Ah yes, the old "anybody can be a nurse" or the "I've been in the hospital so much, I could do that". My response to those types of folks is "well then just go for it!" Apply to nursing school,...

  8. Tattoo Policy

    Happy2CU replied to ICor9:24's topic in General Nursing

    Obviously times have changed, but I remember working in the banking industry in the 1980's. I had just accepted an AVP position and was so proud of myself. I had (and still have) a small flower...

  9. Should I stick with LTC?

    Happy2CU replied to TruDivaRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Plain and simple, do what makes YOU happy. Don't worry about what other people say. Best of luck to

  10. retention bonus for registered nurses

    Happy2CU replied to pearlclose's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an LPN in an outpatient dialysis center. A few months ago I received notification that I will recieve a $2,000.00 retention bonus in December. Every little bit

  11. Patients soliciting your contribution to their charity

    Happy2CU posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've never encountered a situation like this before and was wondering how other folks would handle it. I work in an outpatient dialysis facility in the home division, specifically P.D. We deal with...

  12. Patients soliciting your contribution to their charity

    Happy2CU replied to Happy2CU's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks to everyone for the responses. I'll feel more comfortable (and confident) next time a similar situation occurs, declining. I truly was taken aback. Since I did say that I would contribute, I...

  13. new nurse HATES LTC

    Happy2CU replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I became a bit unhappy with LTC myself. I loved some of the patients and my interactions with them so much, but always felt very rushed. With 30 patients I did not feel I was able to provide the...

  14. What am I, chopped liver?

    Happy2CU replied to sunshineonleith's topic in General Nursing

    Insulin ~ why in the heck would you ever want to use that for diabetes ~ LOL~~!!!! My mom is the same way. Most recently she was on a mission to actually find something wrong with her. I believe she...

  15. What am I, chopped liver?

    Happy2CU replied to sunshineonleith's topic in General Nursing

    GooeyRN I so totally know what you are talking about. My mother assumes I know nothing (which is actually fine by me) because I am "only an LPN". On the other hand, a friend of hers who had worked...

  16. WHY are LPN programs so expensive?

    Happy2CU replied to jelly221,RN's topic in General Nursing

    I went thru my LPN program in Buffalo, NY and I paid approximately $7200.00, plus uniforms and some miscellaneous supplies. For me it was a good choice. The RN programs in the area that that time had...

  17. What have patients told you that they shouldn't?

    Happy2CU replied to jessiern's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an LPN who works in Peritoneal Dialysis. About a year ago I was training a new patient to do P.D. I was discussing fluid balance and the importance of monitoring weight and B/P daily. The pt...

  18. Davita Employees.....

    Happy2CU replied to Hooligan's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Cavergranny, I'm a LPN at a DaVita Clinic. In our facility only licensed staff push heparin. The techs do give saline boluses at their discretion. I'm currently working in P.D. I did start in chronic...

  19. 8 Weeks of training does NOT make you a nurse!!

    Happy2CU replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    Hi. Just curious. What does LNA stand for? That's a title I've not heard of.

  20. EEK! There's a woman in my room!

    Happy2CU replied to 58flyer's topic in General Nursing

    It's pretty sad that something like that would actually happen. I've experienced several situations where a male involuntarily become erect. I've always ignored it and finished up as quickly as I...

  21. Anyone start school over 50?

    Happy2CU replied to Lesli61's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I have a friend who is pursuing his P.A. ~ he's in his 60's. He has amazing stamina, works out regularly, etc. He's truly an inspiration!! He figures he has ten good years left to

  22. would you do it?

    Happy2CU replied to Alibaba's topic in General Nursing

    No way, no how. I would tell her to run, not walk away from that facility unless she gets considerable more training and orientation to the peds pts. I am blown away by the idea that the facility...

  23. Need Info On Davita..........

    Happy2CU replied to kimmydo's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    :welcome:Opps.....meant to say CONGRATULATIONS on your new job!!!!!!!! All the best to you!!!!! :balloons:

  24. Need Info On Davita..........

    Happy2CU replied to kimmydo's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Vonda, I applied thru the CareerBuilder dot com site. There was a position advertised. My training was quite extensive. I initially trained on the hemo side (for about 2 months), doing three twelve...

  25. Need Info On Davita..........

    Happy2CU replied to kimmydo's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I'm an LPN with DaVita. Benefits are good. Teamwork depends upon your facility, salary is probably below par. Management talks about the amazing bonuses. You have to be there a while to partake of...