flightnurse2b LPN

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    no lpns?

    flightnurse2b replied to kkcontractors's topic in Florida Nursing

    i am a new grad practical nurse (waiting to take boards) who is moving to florida in the spring. i have contacted a hospital on the treasure coast for a job as a LPN and have an interview scheduled on...
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    I got reprimanded at work for not using a bra !

    flightnurse2b replied to Kath80's topic in General Nursing

    not a boob story, but a funny story from today that i thought was appropriate for this thread. one of the GI doctors was coming out of an endo suite today with his back completely against the wall,...
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    Co Worker and snide comments

    flightnurse2b replied to Jaybird310's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    oh my.... it sounds like she is really out of control. if i were you i would be as professional as possible (and it sounds like you are) and only work near her when you absolutely have to (which in...
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    Has your unit ever "adopted" a family during the Holidays?

    flightnurse2b replied to Eirene's topic in General Nursing

    we always adopted a family at the hospital i used to work at and it is a program that i wish we did at the place i work now. it is a great thing to do for the holidays. one year we adopted a nurse on...
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    I need HELP with finding a job in Raleigh, NC!!!!

    flightnurse2b replied to Nishababy23's topic in First Year After Licensure

    you need to keep on them. i work PRN at main wake and it's like lighting a fire under someone's rear to get anyone to call you back. go in there in person and speak with the nurse manager. wake med is...
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    Do you raid the patient fridge?

    flightnurse2b replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    i am so guilty. i love pudding. oh my goodness i love snack packs. i have to be careful to put in orders for extra chocolate pudding snack packs so i can have some when they come up i also love...
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    I got reprimanded at work for not using a bra !

    flightnurse2b replied to Kath80's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.normthompson.com/jump.jsp?itemType=CATEGORY&view=56&itemID=821 try one of these. tank top with a built in bra. its better than
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    I got reprimanded at work for not using a bra !

    flightnurse2b replied to Kath80's topic in General Nursing

    definately wear a bra when you work. even if you aren't confortable in one... you really need to put one on. or atleast a tight fitting camisole that offers some coverage and support. honestly, it...
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    Organ donation process? My Mom was the donor.

    flightnurse2b replied to DaisyChains's topic in General Nursing

    i'm sorry to hear about your mom, daisy. i agree with lisa in that you should call the donation organization. they may be able to help you find some peace.... they should have an archive of the...
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    peripheral IVs

    flightnurse2b replied to sweetieann's topic in General Nursing

    sometimes with a heplock you may not be able to aspirate blood but will still flush and work well. but if you meet any resistance while attempting to flush then i would pull the IV b/c it might have...
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    codes

    flightnurse2b replied to rehabhereIcome's topic in General Nursing

    i usually kneel on the side of the bed and do compressions, it's easier for me that way. if its a stretcher and its up too high, i'll even get on top of the patient. whichever angle is easiest for...
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    where do you buy your scrubs???

    flightnurse2b replied to Tippy-ta-ta's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    i love walmart scrubs! the empire waisted ones fit me great and they are like 12 dollars or so. i also like to shop @ scrubs and beyond. they have good clearance.
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    Cheating in nursing school?

    flightnurse2b replied to believer4's topic in General Nursing

    i had a group of cheaters in my class too. they were rediculous. i was ashamed to be on the same stage as them during our pinning because i just knew they didnt deserve it. but you can only worry...
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    Gay Nurses... help!

    flightnurse2b replied to quakerkid's topic in Male Nursing Students

    sorry for crashing the male nurse's forum, just wanted to :bow: to stanley. well said, as
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    Being dropped from a LVN program...Any Advice

    flightnurse2b replied to Care4life's topic in General Nursing

    i think the PP's have given great advice already. i recommend meeting with the program director also and telling her that you really really want this and hope to return in june. in the mean time,...
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    will you guys tell me what you think of my pinning speech?

    flightnurse2b posted a topic in General Students

    ok, so pinning is this week.... i am giving the speech... ive been working on it for weeks. i am happy with the way it looks right now. i am blanking out all the names incase one of my classmates is...
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    Whats the name of this disorder?

    flightnurse2b replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    i was thinking meniere's dz
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    Do you use your Laptop in class?

    flightnurse2b replied to Scooter5's topic in General Students

    my laptop was a saving grace in nursing school. i have a sony
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    will you guys tell me what you think of my pinning speech?

    flightnurse2b replied to flightnurse2b's topic in General Students

    thank you guys for reading it. it went beautifully. i only lost it once, but i recovered quickly. even the classmates i did not get along with cried and then thanked me for it. i don't think there...
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    Does anyone have a 2nd job?

    flightnurse2b posted a topic in General Nursing

    i've been doing some thinking (well i'm bored too---just graduated and overstudying for the NCLEX). i am staying at my current job once i pass the boards... but i'm just thinking about the holidays...
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    Plantar fasciitis

    flightnurse2b replied to GrnHonu08's topic in General Nursing

    i wear new balance with superfeet insoles... i got them at REI. they don't seem like much but they have like a plastic bottom that takes the impact off your feet. the insoles have made SUCH a...
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    Help: Taking out stains on uniform?

    flightnurse2b replied to whiteoleander5's topic in General Students

    hydrogen peroxide. it eats the proteins in the blood and it will take it right out. i swear by it. good
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    Does anyone have a 2nd job?

    flightnurse2b replied to flightnurse2b's topic in General Nursing

    those are great ideas.... thank you! i didn't even think to look at a dept store but there is a hudson belk's rightdown the street which might be something to look into..... i'm sure they could use...
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    Does anyone have a 2nd job?

    flightnurse2b replied to flightnurse2b's topic in General Nursing

    thanks for your advice. i think i already AM a basket case, lol! the jerk in financial aide made an error and checked "begin payment immediately" after graduation and the loan bills are flooding in,...
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    Nurses and Autoimmune Disorders-Psoriatic Arthritis

    flightnurse2b replied to Fancy Face's topic in General Nursing

    i work with a nurse who has crohn's colitis. she has been a nurse for 20+ something years and has never really had any problems beyond having to call in sick when she flares and also taking a day off...