LPN_2005/RN_10

LPN_2005/RN_10

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  1. help!!!!!

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to nursingforever35's topic in Online Distance Learning

    My practice tests scores have all been in the 50's-60's; and I've managed to get A's and B's on the actual

  2. Question about Excelsior

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to zmealey's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm currently waiting to take my CPNE--in exactly one month! But I know, from reading the study guide, EPN, and have Rob's dvd, what Excelsior is looking for. Not checking wristbands and washing hands...

  3. Family members and Visitors telling me HOW to do my job!!!

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I usually ignore them. They can complain to management or whoever, but never do! There will always be family members who think they know more than you. I used to let it upset me, but not anymore! I...

  4. Where have all the LPN's gone?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to rayk1021's topic in General Nursing

    I've worked at a facility that gave all of us LPNs zero noticed. Called us at home and said all the LPNs positions are being terminated as of today. I wished I did get 2 weeks

  5. Where have all the LPN's gone?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to rayk1021's topic in General Nursing

    The VA hospitals and outpatient clinics hire LPNs. Try usajobs.gov, you'll likely find LPN positions. Good

  6. FCCA

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to jlrevis's topic in Online Distance Learning

    When you read the instructions on each section, they will give you examples of what to write. Take a deep breath and read carefully each of the

  7. CPNE Notes From An EC grad

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to ivanh3's topic in Excelsior College

    For the lab simulations I'm using this simple formula, you'll just plug in the numbers: IM and IV push: dose ordered divided by dose available Dose ordered Dose available IVMB: volume to be infused...

  8. FCCA

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to jlrevis's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Read each section closely. They also give examples on what they want for each section in the instructions. You will also need the nursing diagnosis book. Good luck! It's really not difficult at

  9. Hospice Nursing

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to ladnewnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I used to work in hospice as a CNA and LPN. The role of the hospice nurse is to make to individual as comfortable and pain free as possible. Most are very scared, so you will be there for them on a...

  10. CPNE date - already!

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to DebanamRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I also have Rob's video, and hope I pass the 1st time, like others who have utilized his resources. I also have Excelsior's orientation dvd I purchased from Ebay. Good luck on your

  11. Gossiping amongst nurses

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to QTpie86's topic in General Nursing

    I totally agree! How did you, QT figure out the surgeons age, his fiancee's age and occupation? Somebody must've told you, through gossip,

  12. Doctor's Fiancee yelled at me

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to QTpie86's topic in General Nursing

    You're seriously out of touch with reality. I had to read your post a few times just to make sure I've read it right. You are very immature and need to have a wake up call. Attracting only doctors...

  13. Doctor's Fiancee yelled at me

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to QTpie86's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, I was starting to feel sorrry for you, until you said those 2 sentences below. It doesn't matter how she walks around the hospital, her age, or how old the surgeon is. The fact of the matter is,...

  14. new excelsior enrollee...help

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to debg's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I currently work on a tele floor, and was able to finish all of my nursing concept exams while working full-time, in 5 months. I felt like working on a critical care unit helped me pass the exams-with...

  15. Evening shift??

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to gogatsby's topic in General Nursing

    I run errands, clean, grocery shop, do laundry, take my car to the shop, ect. On weekends, I'm still able to go out for a few hours, since the bars don't close until 2am. I can meet a friend or family...

  16. In what department do you not wipe the backside?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to mirgadia05's topic in General Nursing

    OR, ICU, and ER, you will most likely have to deal with urine and feces. Try an outpatient clinic. You will check them in, do blood pressures, draw blood, ect, but will most likely not have to clean...

  17. Problems with robscpne!!

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to ALORE1913's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I think it would be easier to ask him to send you the dvds. Explain to him your situation with difficulty downloading the video and he'll probably send you the dvds. The mnemonics weren't emailed to...

  18. New Member With Question About Excelsior

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to justmarie's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I didn't buy any books for the nursing concepts exams. I did buy studygroup101 notes www.studygroup101.com; and Lisa Arends notes found on ebay. I also bought Excelsior's practice exams for each of...

  19. Nursing knowledge please!

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    At the facility I'm at, doppler's are used if the pt have s/s of a DVT or a pulse cannot be found, blood work will also be done. But at my facility we don't do doppler's on every single pt before...

  20. Plano update...I am done with this CPNE thing....

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations new GN! :yeah:Were the examiners very particular about the careplans/documentation I keep hearing about? Were in Texas do you stay? I'm planning on relocating from Wisconsin to Fort...

  21. Rob's CPNE DVD

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I will give you mine, if I pass the CPNE the end of October. I'm sorry, when I pass the CPNE! I have to keep thinking positive

  22. Rob's CPNE DVD

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to Lunah's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations! I also have his DVD and watch it everyday! I already memorized his mnemonics but write them out everyday on my dry erase board just to make sure I don't forget anything. I'll be...

  23. Nursing Shortage

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to donna65738's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the above poster who said it's a nursing job shortage. LPNs at a facility I was working part-time was all terminated. The facility blamed the economy stating they had to cut costs. The...

  24. Got a date!!!!

    LPN_2005/RN_10 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just received my CPNE date for 10/30/09 at St.Joseph Hospital in Milwaukee, WI. I live only 15 minutes from the hospital! I'm so happy and nervous! Now I only have 4 months to study. I'm motivated...

  25. Sending a patient home w/o a physician's d/c order

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to kate24's topic in General Nursing

    How did you decide to send a baby home without a doctor's d/c orders? I don't think it's anything political about your termination, you sent a baby home without the order of the