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Whoa, girl! I just read your response. Not everyone who works in long term care gets or gives crappy care as you stated. I don't work in LTC, but I know there are good people out there. As far as any other area of nursing, we can find "crappy" people...

Anything administrative.

Check out the millions of other posts about the duties with bsn and adn. Also, nursing isn't a paperwork job.

Abandonment= lost license

So we should only work at hospitals with rich people? Sorry, had to say that. Your comment struck a nerve. I do not work at Kino, which is now affiliated with the University of Arizona, but I do work at St. Mary's and we see many of the same people. ...

If you are taking the med for a chronic back problem, perhaps you could look into providing services which don't cause stress on your back. I know looking for another line of work was not your question, but if something does happen and someone is on ...

A good orientation should be at least 6 weeks for a new grad, longer if they decide they more time. You work along with other nurses, your preceptor, and learn all there is to know about the unit, the policies, the care you are giving your patients.....

I started on a burn unit as a new grad. Don't let the burn title fool you, as you will also be taking care of other acute medical needs of the patient at the same time. It's a great opportunity for you!

Debriding wounds, burns.

See someone. Soon. Be well.

Thanks for being dilligent.

Go now.

Has anyone talked with her?

Also, I defy anyone to tell me they feel comfy at breakfast in a hospital johnny.

My reasoning on this issue goes back to my days at in home care: You get people dressed and up for meals. Too many people get the boost in bed and get left alone. Next time you "boost" someone up, take a look at their tray afterward. Did they eat? Di...

I am the same type of person as you. I like the early to bed routine. I did not do well on the three days in a row. I preferred two on one of one on. But, all I did was sleep on that off day. It was a good thing, though, as I was rested for all of m...

A dentist named Dr. DeKay and a veterinarian named Dr. Bone. Love it!

They got to you, too? I thought it was just me! :rotfl:

Try making a list of the pro's and con's of working at each place or perhaps posting here and finding out what people think of each place. If you could change the fact your interview was bad, would you think differently about the second job? Trust yo...

Ummmmm, live? Read about things pertaining to your goal. Go do those things you want to. STOP checking the mail 19 times a day! LOL Volunteer..... it's a good thing.

I don't think it is really an age thing, I think it depends on the person and how they manage their days off. I work with nurses from 24 to 54 years old and then some. Everyone has their own formula, and to be honest, it's hard on all. If you can swi...

Never say the Q word.

Everyone should heed precautions. It's irresponsible not to do so. If you find your peers are not, your manager doesn't care, go to infection control. There is isolation for a reason. All should heed.... Be well.

I have both a double and a single.... I don't carry them around my neck the whole shift so I don't think weight is an issue when you find the one you like.

As a nurse who works in a hospital and sees many patients from LTC's, I think the situation you describe should be looked upon as a benefit to the residents to prevent a hospital stay. Yes, your facility may be their home, but they are looking for th...