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  1. LPN's to work as CNA's

    Jen1228 replied to caroline205's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    When I was a tech in LTC, we had a shortage of techs on the night shift. But we had a alot of new LPNs, they worked as techs when needed and still got LPN pay. This didn't just apply to the new...

  2. end of shift report

    Jen1228 replied to gradRN2007's topic in General Nursing

    I would always make a note of any PRN, especially pain, meds I gave and at what

  3. What is the nicest thing a patient has ever said to you?

    Jen1228 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    You are not only the sweetest, but the prettiest nurse I have ever had. This patient was in rehab for L knee replacement. She decided she liked it so much there, she was going to go ahead and get...

  4. call me crazy

    Jen1228 replied to donnar232's topic in General Nursing

    I had a woman in my nursing class that was also a travel agent. She had 2 kids under 10, and both were VERY involved in sports. She had to travel with them to games and all that good stuff. She...

  5. Help me choose

    Jen1228 replied to Sassybottom's topic in General Nursing

    I like both, but #2 is more surgery

  6. Going back to nursing "hopefully"

    Jen1228 replied to Little Panda RN's topic in General Nursing

    Good luck to you! It sounds like you're very qualified for the job. Maybe being in a different clinic with new people will help. I'm must admit I'm jealous, I would love to work in a clinic, good...

  7. New Nurse

    Jen1228 replied to busy-bee's topic in General Nursing

    As a new nurse myself, I sympathize with your co-worker. I think the unit manager should have helped her. Isn't that her job after all? I always had the hardest times with admits and discharges,...

  8. Moving next week!

    Jen1228 posted a topic in General Nursing

    This really isn't related to nursing, other than I am a new RN. I guess I just need some advice or words of encouragement. I am a total nervous wreck right now:uhoh3:. I am moving from TN to...

  9. Moving next week!

    Jen1228 replied to Jen1228's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you guys for the words of encouragement. I went and bought some stuff for the house today. I am starting to look forward to decorating. It helps to know that other people felt the same way...

  10. Interview

    Jen1228 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a new grad RN. I am moving next week from TN to FL. I plan on applying to a few different hospitals and facilities. If you get offered the job during or right after the interview, but you're...

  11. LPNs glorified Techs?

    Jen1228 replied to mommie2bodie's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience, LPNs are not treated differently that RNs. In my nursing class, we had about 10 LPNs. All of them worked in hospitals and did mainly the same duties as the RNs. I thought the same...

  12. A message from GOD...??

    Jen1228 replied to AspiringNurse7's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe another job in healthcare. Your pre-reqs will probably be the same as for nursing. Radiologic Technologist, Physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, dental hygienist. Try...

  13. passed-need job stat

    Jen1228 replied to Medsport's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would really consider taking the PT job and look for another PT or PRN job. You can make more money that way because they will take out less taxes. Definitely call places where you applied. And...

  14. Length of Preceptor & patient ratio

    Jen1228 replied to BELCJ's topic in General Nursing

    My orientation as a new grad was pretty bad, but I'll answer anyway. As a matter of fact, this facility (I no longer work there) has not been able to admit patients for about 2 weeks now and are...

  15. Moving to Pensacola

    Jen1228 replied to Jen1228's topic in Florida Nursing

    Thanks so much! I was wondering if anyone from Pensacola used this site. When you say pay poorly, how low are you talking? New grads here make about $17-18/hr plus differential. I made $19.85....

  16. ltc nursing

    Jen1228 replied to witter11's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I worked in LTC as a CNA before nursing school. As a nurse, I worked in the rehab of a LTC facility, but also worked the LTC floor occasionally. In my opinion, the pros are: Predictability-you get to...

  17. How to pick a specialty

    Jen1228 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone. I am a new RN, graduated in May. I worked in LTC as a tech before nursing school. I just left my first job as an RN in rehab of a LTC facility because I am relocating to FL. My...

  18. How to pick a specialty

    Jen1228 replied to Jen1228's topic in General Nursing

    Mrs. Alby I am actually moving to NW FL. Do you have any experience with any of the hospials or healthcare agencies in Pensacola? I'd love to hear from someone who knows the

  19. UGH what do you think?!>?

    Jen1228 replied to tx2007's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That is an easy mistake to make. But you definitely can't write orders without getting a doctor. The lab girl should've known better, she was probably trying to save herself a trip. Because it...

  20. Possible New Job

    Jen1228 replied to wifeyT's topic in General Nursing

    If no weekends or holidays is that important to you, I would go with the $2/hr pay cut. Maybe you could still work a couple shifts on your hospital floor on weekends or holidays to supplement your...

  21. Step Down ICU ?

    Jen1228 replied to rkrs6673's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't think they would offer you the job if they didn't feel like you could handle it. 12 weeks of orientation will definitely help. I wish I could have gotten a job like that straight out of...

  22. Don't know what to do!!

    Jen1228 replied to rnmomtobe2010's topic in General Nursing

    The first week, really the first month, of nursing school can be really hard. I also struggled with keeping my eyes open in class. Give it time. You will make friends and start looking forward to...

  23. NCLEX-Feeling like I failed

    Jen1228 replied to NewNurse16's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I took mine in May and I felt the same way. It cut off at 76. I figured I did really good or really bad. I convinced myself that I failed. In my state, we can find out if we passed in 2 days. The...

  24. New grad-start job next week

    Jen1228 replied to sleepyjane's topic in Rehabilitation

    I am a new grad too. I just quit rehab after about 2 months because I'm moving. I would suggest reviewing wound care, particularly surgical incisions. I did a lot of dressing changes. Know the...

  25. Do you bladder train before removing a Foley cath?

    Jen1228 replied to TooterIA's topic in General Nursing

    If the patient is unable to void, I would think a Foley or I&O cath would be needed. As far as being too soon to put in a cath, it really depends on the patient. If they are incontinent, it...