Isitpossible

Isitpossible LPN, LVN

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  1. New grad RN working in Mental Health

    Isitpossible replied to MsJasRN's topic in Psychiatric

    sounds a bit tough for a new inexperienced nurse... I have just one year experience, and still feel the need to work with a second nurse(im in acute

  2. IM Ativan

    Isitpossible replied to dc529's topic in Psychiatric

    I'v never seen Ativan

  3. med error

    Isitpossible replied to nurse_sarah13's topic in Patient Medications

    weve all made mistakes... honestly...this will help reinforce your triple checks before giving meds in the future..please stop beating yourself up... we are HUMAN... and the patient is okay... stop!!...

  4. You know what is awesome?

    Isitpossible replied to Do-over's topic in General Nursing

    it is a such a nice feeling.. my patient today said "thanks for all your help." He came on the floor about (depressed, isolative, flat affect)...today smiling and looking forward to discharge very...

  5. genesis healthcare

    Isitpossible posted a topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    new grad starting with Genesis health care. Does anyone have experience with this company that they could share? positives and negatives? thanks in

  6. LVNs/LPNs being phased out?!

    Isitpossible replied to Mainergal2000's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    My friend is a recent LPN graduate! I encourage her to get her RN ONLY because there are not a lot of job vacancies for LPNs in NY!! Im not being snide, I think she is a great nurse, and I see how...

  7. Job options for new grads OUTSIDE the hospital setting?

    Isitpossible replied to Neohippy's topic in General Nursing

    dialysis, hospice, case management,

  8. Is Davita a good or bad place to work?

    Isitpossible replied to lawandaluxnurse's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I just started with Davita (chronic) in June. Honestly so far I love it, my FA is great as is the the rest of the team. Unfortunately, each facility is different just based on who runs it. However...

  9. Nominated for Daisy Award :)

    Isitpossible replied to julz68's topic in General Nursing

    Newer nurse here and never heard of this Daisy award. But that is AWESOME,

  10. Job titles salary ranges

    Isitpossible replied to Joni's Mom's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I'm still trying to find out information. So far all I've heard is there will be Level 1, II and III- for RN's and techs. As you move thru the ladders their is suppose to be an increase in pay, but...

  11. Confused Psych Student--any advice is appreciated!

    Isitpossible replied to confusedstudent20's topic in Psychiatric

    maybe you can apply for a mental health tech position in a hospital? that would give you mental health experience, work under the direction of a nurse, and get your foot in the door while your in...

  12. Fired from 1st Camp job

    Isitpossible replied to Isitpossible's topic in Camp

    okay so it sounds as though this is somewhat common in camps.. As a newbie to camp, I didn't realize this. We typically pour the meds and sign as we pour, so its ready when the kiddies come! I...

  13. Our unit needs your good vibes...

    Isitpossible replied to Bortaz's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    alyn918: jeeze! he is using nursing language on a nursing site! do you really believe in your heart that he's using these terms to the families.. entirely too literal and judgemental... Bortaz:...

  14. What are you getting for payment?

    Isitpossible replied to CloudySue's topic in Camp

    I earned $700 per week+plus free tuition for my son, +$300 travel allowance. Would have earned a $600 bonus at the end, but I was

  15. feeling a bit awful

    Isitpossible posted a topic in Psychiatric

    Recent grad working in psych (not quite 6months in facility) I only work every other weekend. I picked up an extra shift working the overnight. Just received a call from my nurse manager, and I feel...

  16. New nurse, first job, med error

    Isitpossible replied to Tiramisu567's topic in First Year After Licensure

    oh please don't feel like a crappy nurse... we have all been there done that...!! learn and move on... its not a reflection of your nursing, its a reflection of being HUMAN and lack of experience on...

  17. Small children visiting patients in the critical care setting... thoughts??

    Isitpossible replied to TigerGalLE's topic in Critical Care

    Esme..that was beautiful... ***you are the

  18. Antagonizing patients--just a vent

    Isitpossible posted a topic in Psychiatric

    I have been in psych now about 7months. I am very disturbed at some of the behaviors exhibited by experienced nursing. Why do some nurses antagonize these patients. Patients are there for a reason,...

  19. I Lost a Medication: Controlled Substance

    Isitpossible replied to GreenApplesauce's topic in Patient Medications

    im sorry this happened to you... ohhhh the pressures of being a nurse... one small mistake, and we feel like our professional life is over... nursing is truly a hard profession... when your trying to...

  20. Yes! My first nursing job!

    Isitpossible replied to avaloncar's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    congrats avonloncar!! I too graduated Dec 2011, and worked in long term care... though I was obtaining experience, I was was still searching for my passion.. Finally found it in psych!!, BUT it was...

  21. Taking a job until I can start this other one...

    Isitpossible replied to Peppermint_RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    agree, take that LTC job... you could wait a lifetime for the VA--- and you will gain experience during that long

  22. All the cool people work nights!

    Isitpossible replied to meanmaryjean's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    i just started nocturnal dialysis... I love the camaraderie, there are just the four of us... no drama that plays on days shift... love

  23. How long are you considered a "new grad?"

    Isitpossible replied to patient RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Im still considered new at my job.. Ive been there 7

  24. Antagonizing patients--just a vent

    Isitpossible replied to Isitpossible's topic in Psychiatric

    Thank you for your advice ---I will speak with my

  25. Antagonizing patients--just a vent

    Isitpossible replied to Isitpossible's topic in Psychiatric

    hygiene ---I really contemplated reporting it... but I feel sure that management is aware of their nurses behaviors. these nurses have been there years upon years... I don't believe that management...