Sherriblu

Sherriblu

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  1. Can an LPN in FL legally have a Cardizem Gtt?

    Sherriblu replied to Gurhlygirl's topic in Florida Nursing

    I would say no. As an LPN i have been floated and if I dont feel qualified I just tell them. You always have to stay in your scope of practice, u cant get in trouble fot that but u can get in trouble...

  2. help! nurse or not! i need opinions

    Sherriblu replied to heatherd65's topic in General Nursing

    Being scared is part of being a new nurse and nursing student. As you go along you will feel more confident and sure of yourself and when you get to clinicals you will meet many interesting people. I...

  3. Fired. Will I ever work again?

    Sherriblu replied to Jack43's topic in General Nursing

    I have been a nurse for 30 years and my opinion is your friend was jealous of you for whatever reason and they needed to get rid of a nurse that was being paid very well and that was you so they can...

  4. Has anyone received their license after submitting declaratory for bipolar?

    Sherriblu replied to worriedintexas's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The only way anyone would know u are on depression meds is if you tell them. Many nurses are on antidepressants and that doesnt mean you wont be a good nurse. u are probably more compassionate and...

  5. Background Study

    Sherriblu posted a topic in General Nursing

    I got a letter in the mail today that said I was reported for minor maltreament on a background study. I have applied for jobs and a background study has never shown this. I never remember working...

  6. Background Study

    Sherriblu replied to Sherriblu's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. I looked and 3 other people have my same name in my state, I will call the BON tomorrow. I have been a nurse for many years and have always taken pride in my

  7. Nursing school and depression

    Sherriblu replied to carlarenee02's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    My opinion may be harsh but I have been a nurse for many years and suffered deppression and what I did was go every day to school no matter if I slept or not.No matter how bad I felt, when I went home...

  8. Schools for LPN to RN

    Sherriblu posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I was enrolled in Excelsior and was not able to complete the program due to money etc and now I try to reenroll and they said the 7 year time limit is up and I cant reenroll in their program. Are...

  9. Found Out I have Osteoarthritis in my neck.

    Sherriblu posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been a nurse for many years and have been having pain from lifting. Had MRI and was told I have OA in my neck .I was told repeated lifting will cause it to be continually irritating it. I have...

  10. Having second thoughts..

    Sherriblu replied to DreamyEyes's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would go right for an RN program, you will make more money and have more oppurtunity. You will learn how to handle the stress, it just takes time.I have been an LPN for many years and there are less...

  11. This is where LPN's can work.

    Sherriblu replied to anonymous1919's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am finding in minnesota alot of the jobs are going to medical assistants . It is not easy to find a job here unless it is nursing home and that is getting very competitive. Hospitals here dont hire...

  12. Struggling at SNF

    Sherriblu replied to nurserach7's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would be very careful, if you show your bitterness she wont think you are a team player. Go in and state your case but dont badmouth her or it will get back to her and you will be stuck on pms...

  13. Should I finish RN program at age 51?

    Sherriblu posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am an LPN and have many years of nursing experience and was enrolled and carried a 3.75 in an RN program and had to drop out for various reasons and always wish I finished and I wonder am I too old...

  14. Fired, how do I get over it?

    Sherriblu replied to bugger67's topic in General Nursing

    The best way to get back up is remember why you went into nursing in the first place. Never let a person or place define you. Move on and find another job. Nursing is tough and people can be tough but...

  15. STRESS LEVEL: Home health VS Hospital job

    Sherriblu replied to redhead09's topic in General Nursing

    I would stick it out for a least a year. The more hospital experience you have the better. Dont jump ship now because it is hard, u are in a very valuable learning environment that will help you your...

  16. LVN before RN? Should I? Help!

    Sherriblu replied to NursKam's topic in General Nursing

    I would say dont do it, the LPN market is very bad and lpns are being phased out..Go right for RN and be an aide until you get

  17. Nsg agency questions.

    Sherriblu posted a topic in General Nursing

    Why do nursing agencies post how they need help and then u apply and they seem to just give you the run around? Is there anyone who can count on this for a job? It seems they lose your file etc, dont...

  18. With this economy...Are LPN jobs easier to obtain

    Sherriblu replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    I am in Minnesota and have many years of experience and I have never had so much trouble finding another job.I cant tell you how many jobs apps I have filled out with few callbacks.Not a good time to...

  19. RRT or LPN need advice to decide

    Sherriblu replied to Melissa1226's topic in General Nursing

    If you want to be a nurse go for RN, the Lpn makes so much less and you will be fighting all the time to have to prove you are a nurse and many RNs look down on the LPNs. They dont seem to...

  20. Lpn in ltc assessment

    Sherriblu replied to violetrose's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The thing that is always forgotten here is that LPNs are licensed also and they are responsible and liable for what they do. You are not liable for everything they do. Maybe you should aquaint...

  21. Can a HHA be in charge in home care?

    Sherriblu posted a topic in Home Health

    I work for a lady that is wealthy and bought out an agency contract to hire us, there is myself a nurse and another nurse and 3 home health aides. One of the home health aides is in charge, Is this...

  22. Home Health Aide accusing me of not giving meds

    Sherriblu posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work in home care with Home health aides and I am the only nurse.We all give meds and one of the aides has accused me of not giving pills to our client. She told the boss and said it happened 4...

  23. Lpn renewal licensed

    Sherriblu replied to Keenay99's topic in General Nursing

    You wont lose your license just because you dont have a job. Just dont let your license expire. Lots of folks keep their license current even if they arent

  24. Can a HHA be in charge in home care?

    Sherriblu replied to Sherriblu's topic in Home Health

    no i did not and I didnt know this was the case when I was hired. I never worked for the agency.I have been a nurse for many years but home care is new to

  25. discouraged LPN in LTC

    Sherriblu replied to Viane1956's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been an lpn since 1980 and have I seen the changes in long term care.They are using less nurses and the residents are sicker so it is m uch harder to work in long term care and a huge...