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  1. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    They told me that they were going to, however it may be a while to see anything, if anything. I have been told that the BON has bigger fish to fry. I hope that they are correct. I really truly do...

  2. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Does this sound right? I was terminated for writing a nursing order in the EMAR to offer pain medication prior to therapies? I was told that I worked beyond the scope of practice as an LPN and...

  3. The College Network - Legit or Scam?

    Nursynursemn replied to RHJS's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Biggest mistake and SCAM

  4. College Network/Excelsior Advice

    Nursynursemn replied to lilyfrog27's topic in LPN to RN

    The College Network did me NO FAVORS. I was totally unaware of what I was getting into. They basically give you book and tell you to read them and then you go take the tests. It is a big joke. I...

  5. What is your current LPN salary

    Nursynursemn replied to Vicky Laursen's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sad, I have been a nurse for 18 years and make a $1 more than you.

  6. What is your current LPN salary

    Nursynursemn replied to Vicky Laursen's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It is so sad to be the disparity in income for LPN's across the US and Canada. It is amazing to me that someone could go to school and come out of it making $10 an hour. I am also disgusted with the...

  7. What is your current LPN salary

    Nursynursemn replied to Vicky Laursen's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Interviewed with a pool agency- offering $18-21/hr, that is also going all over the metro and into correctional facilities. I made $23-24hr 13 years ago with the pool, now they are paying less?! My...

  8. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My plans to move are on hold. I am seeking employment in my home state. I am finding it difficult and I am still stunned by what has transpired. Even more so, hurt. I tried to call the board, but...

  9. Nursing order

    Nursynursemn replied to PJROR's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    This is a good question. Rectal checks are done in an effort to determine whether or not the patient is constipated. It is usually done three days with no bm and prior to the use of a biscodyl supp,...

  10. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    So good to hear from people in this subject! I really thought I was crazy thinking there maybe was something I was

  11. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It was a flag for the nurses to alert them that she needed to be evaluated for pain prior to therapy. We don't have scheduled therapy

  12. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The day before I was dismissed, the provider wrote an order for medications (for the same patient) that were already ordered. I had to call her to tell her this and she was annoyed... With me. I...

  13. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I haven't figured it out yet. I have tried to look at it, but I don't really get

  14. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I already have my California license. I am going to go about my business, apply for jobs. Call the board on Monday, apply for liability insurance and start selling everything to move. And....

  15. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That was an excellent thread. Thank

  16. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is a good point. I sent a message and told them I felt that I was wrongfully terminated and told them I was seeking counsel. If a prospective employer asks, are they eligible for rehire, they...

  17. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Aging1- Your time and your incredibly kind words mean a lot to me during this confusing time! I was in the process of working extra hours in an effort to save money to move to California. I was...

  18. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you. I am seeing things a bit clearer. If this were not an electronic form of a MAR and still a written one, it would have been a post-it note. To me, firing me for this was cruel and...

  19. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It is interesting to see peoples perspectives. If this had been old fashioned written mars, there would be little debate. However, in electronic charting, it makes things more confusing. Anyone have...

  20. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I didn't write specifics, I merely wrote, "please offer dilaudid prior to therapies due to chronic back pain" It was flagged at 0700, 1100. It was a matter of ensuring that the staff eval her pain...

  21. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    There was an order for Dilaudid 2mg 1-2 tabs po q4h prn pain.Per the (verbal) direction of the NP, who specifically said to make sure we are offering the patient pain medication. The patient had so...

  22. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you for your responses. I guess I would rather have them upset I tried to manage pain, than not manage. It is terrifying to be fired and have my nsg license threatened at the same time. It...

  23. Fired for writing a nursing order?

    Nursynursemn replied to Nursynursemn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It wasn't a matter of getting an order, it was a matter of making sure that the patient was being offered pain medication. She was not able to participate in therapy or even get out of bed due to...

  24. LICENSE pls come asap!

    Nursynursemn replied to mibrow81's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Are you a new grad? Congrats. I am waiting for my CA license to arrive so I can begin applying for jobs. Excited to move, but nervous!

  25. College Network

    Nursynursemn replied to Laught3r's topic in LPN to RN

    The LPN to RN program through excelsior. Just the 2 yr associates