NurseLoveJoy88

NurseLoveJoy88 ASN, RN

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  1. no job after two years

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to icedtea's topic in General Nursing

    My job recently hired a new grad in her 50's ! I guess it all

  2. Did your nursing program cover 12 lead EKG?

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to 2011NursingStudent's topic in General Nursing

    We covered it both in LPN and RN

  3. when to start applying for RN jobs?

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to sophie<3's topic in General Students

    Thanks for posting this thread. I too have the same question as a mid dec. graduate. I honestly don't feel comfortable applying to jobs until I have my license in hand. However, I may start applying...

  4. National Nurses Day: May 6th

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to Willow Moonsidhe's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm looking forward to getting that free cinnabon. That is If and a big IF they recognize LPNs as

  5. Are LPN's being phased out?

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to JSlovex2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I gave kudos to both mizzRN and Realnursealso because while Realnursealso sounds angry she like alot of other LPNs are tired of hearing about the whole " LPNS are being phased out" I don't think the...

  6. no job after two years

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to icedtea's topic in General Nursing

    I see postings for RNs all the time. Especially in MD. There are jobs out there. It won't be easy but don't give up. I know nurses that are new grads in their 50's that got jobs right after...

  7. Are LPN's being phased out?

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to JSlovex2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Oh nevermind

  8. no job after two years

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to icedtea's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not in your position but I'm so sorry you are having a hard time finding a job. Not that there is anything wrong with you but you should really change your game plan. Ask someone you trust " What...

  9. You know you are a Nursing student when...

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to okredrobot's topic in General Students

    7 weeks for

  10. How to approach a GNA about taking long breaks....

    NurseLoveJoy88 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work with a GNA that is extremely lazy and often take extended breaks during her shift. She is only required to work 5pm-10pm. She often takes 1-2 breaks that are 45minutes to 1 hr long. She is only...

  11. With-holding resuscitation on pt in the absense of a signed DNR order form? What?!

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to Cat_RN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    As long as there is an order on file then it should not have been an issue. I'm thinking a T.O would be

  12. How to approach a GNA about taking long breaks....

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks ! I just need the reassurance. I have to admit I'm a little timid when it comes to these things. I will go definitely tell her that she needs to come back to the unit on time so that I can get...

  13. Dear New Nurse - what makes an average nurse great.

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to snoopy29's topic in General Nursing

    This is great for newgrads as well as seasoned nurses !

  14. Med Error

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to limey's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. One facility I used to work at used medtechs but then they decided to have the nurses pass the meds. Guess who had the most med errors ??? The nurses ! Some of the med errors were pretty...

  15. Is The Doctor Missing It? Stepping on Doc's Toes

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    I would talk to his boss

  16. Just found out my start date for VA Hospital RN job. Woohoo;)

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to oldlpnnewrn's topic in General Nursing

    WHOO HOO !!! Congrats !!!

  17. what do you say when they are right?

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to MelissaLPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I worked at a facility where it was severely understaffed and the residents got Substandard care. Every day a family member would complain to me in tears. I would first acknowledge their feelings and...

  18. Med Error

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to limey's topic in General Nursing

    I'm assuming and I could be wrong that this CNA has a medtech certification. I pray I'm

  19. What subject or subjects would you take out

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    I'm with you op. I wish I could of bought my way out of fine

  20. Nervous about HIPAA

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to Katie.Lee's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    No what you described above is not a HIPAA violation. As long as you don't verbalize any information that can identify the pt. such as name, DOB, SSN, and etc. Most nurses and students have some kind...

  21. Grades don't matter! Are you sure??????

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to dinah77's topic in General Students

    Another thing is that some people have test anxiety that leads to those "Awful" C grades. I have a friend who is extremely smart and excels in clinical. She knows how to break down any concept using...

  22. Do you take daily supplements?

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I try... I have low vitamin D so I need to take them qday. Doesn't happen

  23. Insulin Med Error

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to ea274's topic in General Students

    You are NOT an idiot. It happens to the best of us. Last week I drew up Novolog 70/30 instead of Lantus. Thank God I caught if before giving it. It happens to the best of us. Just practice the 5...

  24. Grades don't matter! Are you sure??????

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to dinah77's topic in General Students

    Threads like this really make me sick... " I wouldn't want a "C" nurse taking care of me" Are you freaking serious? So if you go to the ER and sick are you going to ask the nurses what there grades...

  25. Grades don't matter! Are you sure??????

    NurseLoveJoy88 replied to dinah77's topic in General Students

    Grades do matter so far as education advancement. I just can't stand some of the attitudes toward A students and C students. A students are hated on and C students are looked down upon. No wonder why...