Thornbird

Thornbird

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  1. Are these feelings normal?

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

    Totally normal!! It's scary. You probably can ease up a little on your worrying with such good grades so far. The math for pharmacology isn't that hard. I'm no whiz at math and had no problem. You'll...

  2. Have decided not to pursue RN

    Thornbird replied to nursingforever35's topic in General Nursing

    I went back and forth on this issue when I was younger and am now pursuing further nursing education. It does sound like you work in a bad facility and maybe a change would help. If you choose to work...

  3. Trauma ER or Level 3 ER!?!?

    Thornbird replied to bamagt's topic in General Nursing

    Not in most states, FL is the only one I know of. This rumor for some reason persists. Most states now adhere to the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians standards for education,...

  4. Trauma ER or Level 3 ER!?!?

    Thornbird replied to bamagt's topic in General Nursing

    If you want to be a Flight Nurse, Paramedic certification is usually required. There are RN to Paramedic programs since pre-req's are

  5. Trauma ER or Level 3 ER!?!?

    Thornbird replied to bamagt's topic in General Nursing

    Take the preceptorship if you can. To work in a Trauma Center one usually needs a certification such as CEN or CCRN along with certifications such as ACLS and PALS. Use the level III for experience,...

  6. non-medical boss

    Thornbird replied to houstonlvn's topic in General Nursing

    From the Texas BON site: "Definitions of Key Terms Used in 217.11(2) Standards Specific to Vocational Nurses Some of the following terms may require further clarification in order to accurately apply...

  7. HIPAA Violation???

    Thornbird replied to flashpoint's topic in General Nursing

    HIPAA no longer requires written consent. In fact, lack of objection can now be construed as consent. (read latest HIPAA updates). As long as the patient and/or family agreed to this there is no...

  8. non co operative cna

    Thornbird replied to lpnflorida's topic in General Nursing

    I think you did OK. I would be more assertive, as others have said, giving her an actual directive. If she refused I would be even more blatant "that was not a question/request, I expect it done NOW"....

  9. Audible Wheezing Question

    Thornbird replied to primalhowl's topic in General Nursing

    Possibility #1 As above, if he coughed he may have cleared it. Possibility #2 Not all asthmatics wheeze throughout an attack. Some don't wheeze at all. Sometimes lack of wheezing means they are no...

  10. The Perils of White Pants

    Thornbird replied to DroogieRN's topic in General Students

    :yeahthat: This is a big problem even when past graduation. Clinicals, you usually can get a bathroom break when needed. Spandex is your friend. The Tena incontinent pads hold more than regular pads....

  11. CNA "assessing" patients

    Thornbird replied to SaraO'Hara's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with others: create a paper trail. Write him up. Put the problem in writing to the DON. Depending where you live he may be violating the Nurse Practice Act, let him know it!!! It doesn't...

  12. Patient demands fall precaution sign be taken down

    Thornbird replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have seen a "fall" leaf on the nameplate for patients that are fall risks, in LTC it sort fo blends with other decorations. Also it is no longer allowed to post the the type or reason for...

  13. AZBON newsletter- medical office employees calling themselves "nurses" busted.

    Thornbird replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    i think this would be the applicable part of the statute: "9) a person may not practice or advertise as, or assume the title of, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, clinical nurse specialist,...

  14. Any Excelsior Grads Here?

    Thornbird replied to ventgurl's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Not an Excelsior grad but know a few. CT does accept Excelsior grads for licensure by exam. Excelsior requires healthcare experience prior to enrolling that's why no clinicals. Once you have that RN...

  15. AZBON newsletter- medical office employees calling themselves "nurses" busted.

    Thornbird replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    You are not serious, are you? Nurses have worked for decades for recognition as professionals with strict standards of education and practice. It's not "a social convention" to call someone who hasn't...

  16. Help!!! Insubordinate CNA!

    Thornbird replied to nursejent245's topic in General Nursing

    I know how frustrating this can be. I am assuming that, having been a CNA, you accord your CNA's with basic respect. Now you have to let her know in no uncertain terms that 1) you're not her friend...

  17. AZBON newsletter- medical office employees calling themselves "nurses" busted.

    Thornbird replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    From the Florida Statutes 2008 (other states have similar laws) 456.065 Unlicensed practice of a health care profession; intent; cease and desist notice; penalties; enforcement; citations; fees;...

  18. AZBON newsletter- medical office employees calling themselves "nurses" busted.

    Thornbird replied to Hellllllo Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    in most states the titles rn, lpn/lvn, practical nurse, professional nurse and nurse are legally protected titles for use only by those who are licensed. actually, i don't know of any state where...

  19. Pediatrics injection

    Thornbird replied to highlife2008's topic in General Nursing

    Since pediatric clinicals are part of all nursing programs and pediatrics is covered on NCLEX RN and PN, all nurses may give pediatric injections. This is not often required in homecare unless you get...

  20. Hospital Corpsman To Lpn

    Thornbird replied to monika420's topic in General Nursing

    Naval corpsmen are eligible for the Excelsior nursing program to become RN's. www.excelsior.edu Don't waste your time with LPN, your knowledge and experience plus pre-nursing courses put you above the...

  21. Meal Intakes on MAR

    Thornbird replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    assuming CapeCod Mermaid means you live in Mass, this is the way it is. There is no specific "law" or regulation. But, some surveyors like to see ( as "good nursing practice") percentages on...

  22. Ever been "fired" by a pt's family? (long)

    Thornbird replied to jbp0529's topic in General Nursing

    It happens to everyone. I once had a LTC patient call 911 and say I abused him because I assigned an older CNA to give his bath and he wanted the cute teenager. LOL. Seriously though to the OP:...

  23. Lpn Scope Of Practice

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

    This is a big problem here in CT where our LPN scope is similar to NY. I find a lot of semantics involved. I am continually trying to avoid stepping outside my scope while I'm working on my degree....

  24. Medication error question

    Thornbird replied to johnwoliver1969's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Very unlikely you will lose your license. You have to do something REALLY bad to lose your license. Just explain factually what happened. Definitely include the fact you are on deployment. Count this...

  25. LVN vs. MA; is MA preferred choice

    Thornbird replied to gianani97's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Also a military wife. :) This is the portal website for military family education....