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  1. LPN vs RN

    kcochrane replied to daimere's topic in LPN to RN

    In my area they are still hiring LPNs - mostly for LTC. But the hospitals are still hiring them too in smaller numbers. Dialysis is hiring also. I did my LPN first since I had to get back into the...

  2. LPN to RN online

    kcochrane replied to emtprincess05's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've heard excelsior is a good program. Several nurses at my old facility used that route and did well. I used them to challenge a few courese at my CC and they were great for me. But we live in...

  3. should nursing require a bachelor's degree for entry into practice?

    kcochrane replied to ahmedassdoc's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Needs some help with writing skills too. But I would seek the medical help

  4. Defiant and Insubordinate

    kcochrane replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ITA..besides, this has nothing to do with critical thinking and all to do with a dangeous and selfish nurse that should not be working in the

  5. should nursing require a bachelor's degree for entry into practice?

    kcochrane replied to ahmedassdoc's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    What makes you believe that someone with a 4 year degree does a better job at bedside nursing then someone with a 2 year

  6. Making Nurses Happy

    kcochrane replied to mstere's topic in General Nursing

    Find another place to work or see if you can find another unit. I found that even units differ in "attitude" within the same facility. One unit is great with teamwork, another has the "every man for...

  7. Defiant and Insubordinate

    kcochrane replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    There is a special place in hell for those that think defying authority is more important than making sure their patient/residents are taken care

  8. Defiant and Insubordinate

    kcochrane replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have seen (and worked with) these kind of nurses. Cover you butt and continue to write her up. At some point it will catch up with her. Sorry you have to deal with

  9. Defiant and Insubordinate

    kcochrane replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Nevermind I see this was an error by the night nurse due to a new

  10. Defiant and Insubordinate

    kcochrane replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Are you sure she understands what happened. Sounds like she needs some education about what "out of time range" means. Many nurses do not understand that QD means you can give it once per day. They do...

  11. Nervous about clinicals.. HELP!

    kcochrane replied to tiffanyleigh0212's topic in General Students

    Believe me it does get better with time. I was just as nervous when I started clinicals for my LPN. I was even nervous starting clinicals for my RN after working as a LPN for 5 years. I think time...

  12. Can family members work at the same unit?

    kcochrane replied to mcpnurse's topic in General Nursing

    My old facility has a policy against working on the same unit on the same shift. In some cases in can work out, in others it doesn't. It really depends on the family dynamics. I'm not sure about...

  13. Any other new RN grads being told to apply for LPN or NA positions?

    kcochrane replied to redeyefan214's topic in General Nursing

    In my state you cannot take be hired as a LPN or CNA unless you have a license. But when I worked in LTC I did a CNA assignment about 2 days per week when I was on days. I did get the same pay as a...

  14. med error and Sick about it

    kcochrane replied to hello2you's topic in General Nursing

    No harm came to the patient, you feel bad and I bet you learned from this. So don't beat yourself up. Go on from here and remember this in the back of your mind on why the 5 rights exist. I've...

  15. if employers cant ask about children during an interview

    kcochrane replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    http://jobsearchtech.about.com/od/interview/l/aa022403_3.htm Here is some good info on how to answer those illegal questions. I do answer the question if asked, but I do also add how I deal with...

  16. "LPNs should be done away with altogether"

    kcochrane replied to missjennmb's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think there should be more LPN to RN transition programs. It took me 4 1/2 years to get my prereqs and get through the nursing classes. I don't think it would be possible to grandfather people in...

  17. Please help me and tell me why bedside nurisng MUST be the 1st step

    kcochrane replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in General Nursing

    In my opinion..yes. There are different but both are bedside nursing. You can learn the basics from both and move up. For example in LTC you can learn ADL care, med pass, treatments, ambulation,...

  18. Please help me and tell me why bedside nurisng MUST be the 1st step

    kcochrane replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in General Nursing

    Forgot to add... LTC is bedside nursing in my opinion - just a different type. Try taking care of every aspect of care of 16 residents with trachs, j/g tubes, etc. They define polypharmacy at the...

  19. Please help me and tell me why bedside nurisng MUST be the 1st step

    kcochrane replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in General Nursing

    To me bedside nursing is working at the patient level. That includes LTC residents, acute patients, rehab patients, dialysis, home health care. Personally I think it is important to have some sort...

  20. Is there anyone who thinks school is not that bad?

    kcochrane replied to 2bnurseTV's topic in General Students

    Well, my instructors were fair and didn't flunk people out unfairly - they actually were very encouraging....and I'm still married. I did not see my children as much as wanted and it was a strain on...

  21. Advice Needed? Should I do this?

    kcochrane replied to ilovenursing2009's topic in General Nursing

    I would take it. You will get some experience with treatments and teaching at the least. I think its great that the DON will go with you personally. Sounds like a great company to work

  22. Is it me? Serious disorganization in class and clinicals...vent

    kcochrane replied to DolceVita's topic in General Students

    I'm still stuck on class motto, logo, etc. Wow! But yeah you only get a certain number of clinicals and yes your next instructor will probably assume you have a certain level of experience. The...

  23. should rn keep medical assisting certification current?

    kcochrane replied to Sherry6789's topic in General Nursing

    While I agree that calling the BON is probably a good idea, if it is legal, I don't see it as silly. But I'm an old bird and have seen lots of changes over the last 30+ years of working. You never...

  24. Multiple preceptors

    kcochrane replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    Actually I said new hire. And yes some new hires are new grads, but many are nurses already in the field and have already had the experience. Others could be CNAs that are new grads. Many others...

  25. question about hiring?

    kcochrane replied to Josh.P's topic in General Nursing

    If he was in school for this position, more likely it could happen. I doubt he would be able to actually go into surgery, but may be be allowed to shadow preoperatively or postoperatively. Who...