iwanna

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  1. need feedback on med problem

    iwanna replied to MollNick's topic in Psychiatric

    This sounds like some major communication problems. Teamwork?? What was the rush to call the sup.? Why did the pharm. say no? I would worry more about working together and find out the reason for...

  2. Heparin SubQ administration?

    iwanna replied to Hellostudentnurssee's topic in Patient Medications

    It has been awhile, but I believe that we used to change needles after we drew it up. Also, I have been on the receiving end of heparin shots. They are not that painful. Uncomfortable, yes, but...

  3. OA vs Rheumatoid arthritis

    iwanna replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    I think there are many Rheumatoid diseases with symptoms of joint pain; however, it is not considered RA. I have a rheumatoid disease, but it is not RA. I have rheumatoid nodules, but, again, not...

  4. I did a stupid, stupid thing...Need Advise!!

    iwanna replied to New_LPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am so sorry for your loss. If you feel that you are emotionally ready to work as a nurse, then take the following steps: 1. Purchase a drug test that you can do at home. I ordered from internet,...

  5. Help! Pre-employment nicotine test!

    iwanna replied to noviceRN22's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know about the urine tests. I know that I applied for a job that asked if you smoked or use any tobacco products in the last 90 days. I was using a patch under 90 days, so I know where my...

  6. Ridiculous V/S...are you out of your mind?

    iwanna replied to BrazoriaLVN's topic in General Nursing

    I can remember at one job, the automatic BP was way off. When I followed up with manual, it was WNL. After that incident, we were no longer allowed to use the auto BP that we had at facility....

  7. First LPN interview...

    iwanna replied to LVNinCali's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't think they would have asked for references, if they were not considering you. Also, requesting your recent physical. I think that it sounds

  8. My daughter is quitting nursing school!

    iwanna replied to inshallamiami's topic in General Nursing

    Let her do what she wants, and let her pay for it. Time to let her make her own decisions. If they are bad one's then she will learn from them. Once, they are adults, we need to let them go. And,...

  9. Have you ever been stood up for an interview?

    iwanna replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I was stood up for a phone interview, a few years ago. I was flabbergasted. The courtesy of a phone call would have been nice. If they decided that I was not a good candidate, they could have...

  10. Hope for people with a felony

    iwanna replied to rnbsnmsn's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Really, a felony for theft? And, you turned yourself in! Wow, what state was it in? That sounds a bit overkill for a theft and person turned them self in! I am glad to see that you were not bitter...

  11. No burn out....enough is enough!

    iwanna replied to joanna73's topic in General Nursing

    The staffing ratios need to be changed all over. I know the nursing homes staff ridiculous. And, even the hospitals understaff. I have been on both sides of the bed. I always advise people to have...

  12. Getting license w/ unpaid medical bills?

    iwanna replied to sophiee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In state of PA, my daughter actually went to jail for unpaid traffic fine. It was for $107. She went through a red light. They will put you in jail for ignored traffic tickets in our state. Try to...

  13. To Swab or Not to Swab......

    iwanna replied to Testa Rosa, RN's topic in Patient Medications

    Hmm.... We were always taught that swabbing a new vial was unnecessary. However, after reading about the dirt on the top of a fresh vial, I will swab all from now

  14. Looking for some advice- Mom verbally abusive/new grad not being able to find a job

    iwanna replied to crazyscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with OP that said go to a women's shelter. You would qualify as living in an emotionally abusive environment. Then get into some therapy,as you have had a traumatic upbringing. It sounds...

  15. Are the "chest thumpers" new?

    iwanna replied to cogath's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know much about them; however, my hands are too weak to do chest compressions that would make a difference. I would need a very small person, as I don't have the strength to do deep...

  16. Comfortable shoes? Do they exist?

    iwanna replied to Double-Helix's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I think the comfort of a shoe is a very individual opinion. What works for one, may not work for another. Your best bet is to go to a good shoe store. There is one in my area where they scan your...

  17. Unbelievable family

    iwanna replied to cnstecky's topic in General Nursing

    I hope the result of court is to let this man go in peace. I don't believe in euthanasia, but I truly believe in DNR. Really what good is life, if their is no good quality to it. As much as I love...

  18. Co-worker passed away. Bad day at work

    iwanna replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    You have my deepest sympathy. It must be very difficult for all of you at

  19. immunization requirements

    iwanna replied to RunnerRN2015's topic in General Nursing

    I could not locate my immunization records when I went for a refresher course. So, I got immunized, again. Then found out that my OB dr. that delivered my children would have it on record. Then a...

  20. Are we overworking the CNA's or are we lacking teamwork?

    iwanna replied to abbaking's topic in General Nursing

    I can remember while working as an LPN, the charge RN let me run around like crazy while she sat and read a book. Also, another charge nurse reused to help an aide in need. She needed help in giving...

  21. Doctor needs to perform surgery but with charity care, seemed unhappy

    iwanna replied to onlyj's topic in General Nursing

    I believe that you are required to apply for medicaid, first. And, if you are rejected, than you can apply for charity care. My husband had emergency admission, a few years, ago. He is a veteran and...

  22. Patient fell, Forgot to reset alarm

    iwanna replied to PedsHopeful's topic in General Nursing

    Joint Commission on floor = Nervous! They probably came down on you because they were in a nervous state to begin with. By tomorrow, they should be over it. I am sure there are many who have...

  23. Maxin nsg per diem

    iwanna replied to rdsxfnrn's topic in Private Duty

    I know that Maxim is not a great company to work for; however, I can not afford to be choosy, anymore. I think that I may consider checking them out, again. I will not take a case that I am...

  24. needing good thoughts and prayers sent my way!!

    iwanna replied to finallyfound10's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Awesome! I am a little late in reading this post. I am so glad that you are okay. I can remember when I was having trouble in clinical. I had a tendency to get very nervous when being closely...

  25. Report by exception?

    iwanna replied to handyrn's topic in General Nursing

    At a hospital where I worked clinical rotation on rehab floor, all the charting was by exception. The report was taped and they mentioned all of the