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  1. Things you don't want to hear your Aide say

    readytoroll posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It was one of those weekends! I had two falls of high risk residents on Saturday night. The Aide had forgotten to set one alarm and just let the other wander away. I lectured her on paying attention...

  2. Another MYCaa and EC exam registration question...

    readytoroll replied to TashaLPN2006RN2012's topic in Online Distance Learning

    You've probably already figured it out but, I did use MyCAA after applying and before enrolling for my first exam, Health

  3. Anyone using CAA to pay for Excelsior ADN?

    readytoroll posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am trying to get registered and I keep getting the run around at Excelsior! I have been transferred six times in one call. They told me I have to fax in my registration form. Guess what? It doesn't...

  4. Question about holding an RN license in multiple states

    readytoroll replied to NBMom1225's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You can hold license in as many states as you like. I am licensed in Florida (home state) and New Mexico (where I am

  5. Funny Nursing Dreams

    readytoroll replied to abbaking's topic in Nursing Humor

    I had a dream last night that State showed up at work. They were all dementors. Time to stop watching Harry

  6. Please don't expect CNAs to

    readytoroll replied to Lendytaylor10's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, not only is it dangerous for the patient it is dangerous for you! If I need a patient lifted that takes two people to lift, I grab one CNA and me! That makes two, sounds like you need a

  7. Is it True About Florida?

    readytoroll replied to RN <><'s topic in General Nursing

    Rumors, Rumors, Rumors. IF you want to know the truth Contact the Florida Board of Nursing. I graduated from an LPN program in NE Florida in July 09 and everyone who has tested from my class has found...

  8. LTC Nursing...Who likes it, who doesn't?

    readytoroll replied to Julz034's topic in General Nursing

    In this case LOL means little old

  9. LTC Nursing...Who likes it, who doesn't?

    readytoroll replied to Julz034's topic in General Nursing

    I work the Alzheimer/Dementia unit at my facility and I love it! I too thought I would hate LTC, but it's amazing to get to know the residents and their families. Working with Dementia patients would...

  10. What is your experience with ADN program through Excelsior College

    readytoroll replied to Mandy79's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just started too! I got my official review and I am starting to study for my first class! They were very good about accepting transfer credits, I didn't have to retake

  11. Should I apply now or wait for my license?

    readytoroll replied to smkiya's topic in General Nursing

    I moved from Florida to New Mexico. I sent out Resumes with my Florida license number and noted that my New Mexico license had been applied for. I had a job lined up before I had my New Mexico...

  12. Chief complaints that made you laugh?

    readytoroll replied to nickos's topic in General Nursing

    I had one of those during my clinicals! knee pain and a boil on her rectum. Which turned out to be a hemorrhoid. Everyone in the office (including me) had to come in and look at it before she would...

  13. Just signed up for my 1st exam!

    readytoroll posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I finally got my financial aid figured out and was able to sign up for my first exam, Health Safety. I have to knock this one out and then I'll pay to Enroll. Any suggestions on what order to take the...

  14. Things you don't want to hear your Aide say

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    "I hope you didn't give so and so a laxative" Ohhhhhh.....cold

  15. With this economy...Are LPN jobs easier to obtain

    readytoroll replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    Location, Location, Location...And the fact that it seems that everyone is only looking at Hospitals. I am a brand new graduate LPN from an out of state school (Florida). I was offered a job at my...

  16. Georgia Help!

    readytoroll replied to Suzanneyoulike's topic in Online Distance Learning

    North Carolina has some great hospital's too! And many opportunities. Good luck and keep us updated! Great to hear your husband is being

  17. Things you don't want to hear your Aide say

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    What makes you say

  18. Anyone using CAA to pay for Excelsior ADN?

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Online Distance Learning

    We were at Eglin in Florida! Which was home for me too, it's where I graduated High School. We actually lived across the street from my parents! But I have never been in this part of the country so...

  19. are southern nurses better educated than northern educated nurse?

    readytoroll replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure how much money "the south" (which by the way is made up of several very different states all with their own school systems and medical systems) spends on education has anything to do...

  20. Anyone using CAA to pay for Excelsior ADN?

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Online Distance Learning

    They had me fax mine! I will def. e-mail the next one along with the note! My hubby is Air Force and we are at Holloman in NM! We've been here about 3 months and I love it.

  21. are southern nurses better educated than northern educated nurse?

    readytoroll replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I am Licensed in Florida and New Mexico. Our equipment was better in Florida, the care is great in both place! I think the reason our equipment was better in Florida is 1. I was in a bigger city and...

  22. Anyone using CAA to pay for Excelsior ADN?

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Online Distance Learning

    It's the Career Advancement Account. A grant for military spouses. Fmoore723, how long after you sent your voucher were you able to enroll for your

  23. Georgia Help!

    readytoroll replied to Suzanneyoulike's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I agree, and as long as you can pass their background check, once you have the experience I don't think they'll deny

  24. Georgia Help!

    readytoroll replied to Suzanneyoulike's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I would call them and tell them you have applied and that you realize you don't have the required experience and you need to do the clinical preceptorship. How many hours you have to do depends on...

  25. Things you don't want to hear your Aide say

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    And it's probably going to be messy!