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    STRONG ADVICE: Advancing your career? Be Local.

    xoemmylouox replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    I would not have even thought this was an issue unless you had "on call" days. I can see them being hesitant in that case. Thanks for the heads up
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    LPN license suspended: What do I do now?

    xoemmylouox replied to ProudOhioLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What a mess. This is why you should never care for a loved one in a professional setting. Things get messy, even if you have the best intentions. Good luck with this. You should be able to find a job,...
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    Wrongway Regional Medical Center

    xoemmylouox replied to Davey Do's topic in Nursing Humor

    Don't forget the nursing program affiliated with the WrongWay name. The ADN program is a steal at
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    ixchel's 3/7/16 What Have I Learned This Week, with A Lil' Help From My Friends!

    xoemmylouox replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    I know. I am afraid my nursing school is going to give me a hard time about
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    ixchel's 3/7/16 What Have I Learned This Week, with A Lil' Help From My Friends!

    xoemmylouox replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    I am currently applying to other jobs due to my schedule changing for school. I'm terrified of leaving the comfort of my current job as I am the sole financial provider (hubby is a SAHD). The job...
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    Parents who can't/won't pick up kids

    xoemmylouox replied to mc3's topic in School

    I would call CPS at that point. An untreated UTI can get serious. That is if you believe the child of
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    Do you go to work with parabens on you?

    xoemmylouox replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    Everybody
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    Why do you wear a white coat? (if you indeed do)

    xoemmylouox replied to RNdynamic's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Me
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    Do you go to work with parabens on you?

    xoemmylouox replied to RNdynamic's topic in General Nursing

    Wow.. That was a new
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    Does your facility require a BSN?

    xoemmylouox replied to NurseEmmy's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I saw a few LPN inpatient openings in mid
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    Nurse residency programs--be aware!!

    xoemmylouox replied to LexiRN6's topic in General Students

    Wow.. The hospitals here pay you as a new grad, not minimum wage. That's just
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    Anyone work 12 hour shifts?

    xoemmylouox replied to WCSU1987's topic in General Students

    I know some that have worked 16hr weekend power shift. Few places still offer
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    Awarding-Winning Nurse Sets Himself on Fire Outside Kensington Palace

    xoemmylouox replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in Nursing News

    I think that his firing was bogus. I know it happens which is why you have to pick your battles. Simply supporting a colleague shouldn't get you
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    Nervous Nellie

    xoemmylouox replied to NurseOnAMotorcycle's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with what others have said. I think too many of us do a disservice by not looking around once and
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    Do you disclose AN to coworkers

    xoemmylouox replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    No. Too many of my good coworkers have retired (those lucky crusty old bats). I'm not a fan of most of our newbies so.. No I don't talk about much, other than work related things with
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    Let me paint you a picture

    xoemmylouox replied to infinite0meow's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Ugh, what a day you had. I think we all go through it some days. You deserved a nice hot shower, some fresh brownies, and a relaxing nap. Hopefully the next shift will be
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    10 mos. LPN to RN prgm. Avail in McDonough, GA

    xoemmylouox replied to PepperPine's topic in LPN to RN

    Doesn't seem like
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    Threat of revokation

    xoemmylouox replied to faith3655's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    IF (and that's a big if) they do report it, you are facing possible punishment for false documentation. I don't think you'll lose your license. More likely a fine, CEU requirement, etc. I would call...
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    2/27 What I learned this week: crying on the job feels so much better when they're happy t

    xoemmylouox replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry you hit another rough spot. I hope it gets better soon
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    Welp - it's official!

    xoemmylouox replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    Wow.. I'm beyond impressed! How on Earth do you accomplish so much in only 6 years. I'm exhausted just thinking about it. Congrats to you. You are indeed a
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    Solutions for Drinks at Nursing Station?

    xoemmylouox replied to ImNicoEh's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Emergent & Calivianya.. It is frowned upon at my job as well. If I don't get time to take a real break I'm going to eat/drink where & when I can. I do understand why it is...
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    First Step Becoming A Traveling LPN

    xoemmylouox replied to klbridge004's topic in General Nursing

    You can find local agency work, but most "traveling" nurse agencies do not hire
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    Standby? Can someone cover two Departments?

    xoemmylouox replied to OBnurse2016's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Have you asked them what would happen if both depts needed
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    Hand Hygiene

    xoemmylouox replied to Dikid's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I'm glad you are better. Proper hand hygiene is a serious issue. It is well known that many healthcare providers do not clean their hands correctly. This goes from MD's to Nurses, Techs,...
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    Is LinkedIn Necessary?

    xoemmylouox replied to bete-noire's topic in General Nursing

    You can control how much or how little you put on most job sites. I don't think you have to be on any of them if you network well on your