Thornbird

Thornbird specializes in A little of this & a little of that.

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1. State lpn programs to be closed...... Please protest

   Thornbird replied to HartfordSPN's topic in Connecticut Nursing

   The state of CT only has to make "painful budget decisions" because it refuses to institute tax reforms that would have the wealthy and corporations pay their fair share. CT is the richest state in...

2. State lpn programs to be closed...... Please protest

   Thornbird replied to HartfordSPN's topic in Connecticut Nursing

   I doubt this is in any way temporary. The state has made life more & more difficult for LPN's over the years. Since the state currently has an overabundance of RN's, it is a step to jb security...

3. new grad RNs.... let Gov Rell know we are STARVING!

   Thornbird replied to rdsxfnrn's topic in Connecticut Nursing

   Try LTC, Sub-acute, Rehab, Dialysis, Home care and develomental disabilities (formerly DMR) - they are all still hiring in various areas of the state. Maybe the days are gone for awhile for fresh out...

4. State lpn programs to be closed...... Please protest

   Thornbird replied to HartfordSPN's topic in Connecticut Nursing

   I recall in the news a couple months ago that CT received federal stimulus money to support nursing education. I suspected then it would probably not go to supporting education for those who are...

5. LPN Student worried about LPN job market

   Thornbird replied to drmorton2b's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   You should worry first about completing school which you say you haven't even started! What difference does it make who is hiring now? Agencies generally do not hire new grads. The agency market for...

6. LPN Student worried about LPN job market

   Thornbird replied to drmorton2b's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

   There is still an excellent job market for LPN's in Worcester County. Like mot places, no hospital jobs usually available. LTC and sub-acute are still hiring. Yes, you do have to apply inperson...

7. In need of some advice/guidance!

   Thornbird replied to MichelleDelia's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   That seems to be about average tuition. There are schools chargeing three times that. I think CNA classes can help if done before nursing school because you already have some idea of how to interact...

8. what to do? CNA or LVN?

   Thornbird replied to Btran's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   I see the pros and cons to each situation. But, do keep in mind that besides the physical demands of being a CNA, which are often the same for hospital LPN's, that it can be hard to work in a job...

9. Can a LPN be a school Nurse

   Thornbird replied to KIMYNURSE2B's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   In my area, LPN's can be "substitute" nurses under the oversight of the district RN or can be working in a school that has an RN also. Some of our city high schools use NP"s and then it makes sense...

10. I'm being reported to the state over a joke...

    Thornbird replied to CaLVN530's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This all sounds far-fetched for a complaint that will actually get you in trouble. But, just an FYI, the nurses station is considered a patient care area, not private. Private is the nurses break room...

11. Why didn't I know this?

    Thornbird replied to jmejo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    On the night shift, if a report comes in with any communicable disease, err on the side of caution and put them on precautions. In most facilities, either the Infection Control Nurse, DON or the...

12. LPN starting pay $26.50!

    Thornbird replied to mustbegood's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My area, CT, the per-diem pay is around $30 and regular pay with benefits is around $24 an hour. But, the cost of living is extremely high here. This is for nursing homes. Not many hospitals hire...

13. Prior Authorization for Advanced Imaging(MRI, CT,PET)

    Thornbird replied to tlburnsrnbsn's topic in General Nursing

    It really depends on what insurer, in my

14. RN in Long-Term Care

    Thornbird replied to Katie5's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, LPN's can NEVER delegate to RN's. It may seem that one when the LPN is charge nurse (or in many places they can be supervisors) but legally an RN is always responsible for her own practice....

15. wanting to come to conn.....need info please

    Thornbird replied to sicustat's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Windham & New London are a long drive from Farmington. Manchester not as bad. There is Johnson Memorial in Stafford Springs, it's a ways from Farmington but close to the MA line. You could also...