tainted1972

tainted1972 ASN, RN

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  1. work right away or continue with school?

    tainted1972 replied to Dawn Vylet's topic in General Nursing

    Personally I would get my license and get a job while going to school, You will find that school will be MUCH easier if you are working as a nurse already. Once you get your BSN you will not have to...

  2. home remedies you would NEVER try

    tainted1972 replied to ktwlpn's topic in General Nursing

    My husband had athletes foot and I had heard about urine curing it. I told him to urinate on his feet in the shower (at the end so he would not rinse off the urine) .. It worked after about 3 days

  3. At my boiling point...you are NOT a Nurse...of ANY kind!!!!

    tainted1972 replied to nursehunnie's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    As a PCA I was often referred to as "nurse" by patients and family members, I even had doctors try to give me verbal orders! I always corrected them and told them that I was a PCA and not a Nurse. I...

  4. My feet hurt!

    tainted1972 replied to mo54's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Nike Shox are the best shoes ever for long shifts... I buy 1 pair a year at 120 dollars! They are worth every penny. I suffered from plantar faciitis for several years and there wasnt any treatment...

  5. Rant about ungrateful, demanding patients

    tainted1972 replied to KSU-SN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Patient after having a bowel movement.. assumes position and says "do you mind cleaning me up? I have a hard time doing it. Me.. Really? Who helps you wipe at home? Patient.. ummm Me...while I am...

  6. Pt's mom asks to you lie to the pt---What to do?

    tainted1972 replied to Cuddleswithpuddles's topic in General Nursing

    I do not work with Peds. However during my Peds rotation i had the opportunity to watch several surgeries. Each Child was brought in to the OR awake. Any child that is aware enough to ask the question...

  7. Do you aspirate before giving an IM deltoid injection?

    tainted1972 replied to seasalt1023's topic in Patient Medications

    Very Interesting thread. I have a question to add... what about an Air

  8. Learn To Say It Correctly!!

    tainted1972 replied to SheriLynnRN's topic in General Nursing

    It drives me crazy to hear people say "I got sugar" instead of "I have diabetes". In nursing school I had an Instructor that would say. "pacific" instead of

  9. Student caught stealing....

    tainted1972 replied to RaggedyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am always the type of person to try to make some sort of light out of a situation. I always hope that when a person does wrong they are doing so for some sort of good. ( for example.. stealing to...

  10. About to start Nursing School and having doubts

    tainted1972 replied to wishywashy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If your serious about becoming a nurse because you want to care for people then do it. My suggestion is to get a position as an STNA or CNA while in school, those positions are easy to obtain. If you...

  11. starting wage columbus ohio

    tainted1972 replied to ttboy17's topic in Ohio Nursing

    keep in mind.. Columbus Ohio is Saturated with nursing schools.. new grads are having a VERY difficult time finding jobs. Experienced Nurses have better luck.... Most employment ads I see are for...

  12. Huge Dilemma...please help!

    tainted1972 replied to Traum-a-Rama's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Skip the pinning and go to the interview. Then .. Have a pinning party.. invite classmates teachers family friends.. etc... give a little speech and have someone take a picture of you being pinned...

  13. Interview outfit--is this ok?

    tainted1972 replied to SydneyJo1's topic in General Nursing

    Personally I would not wear heels. The interviews I have been to usually involve some sort of tour and I have even been offered time to shadow another nurse to get a feel for the environment. Keeping...

  14. To Visit or not to Visit?

    tainted1972 replied to pyrazen's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes you should visit whenever you can. I agree with a previous poster who said not to complain about everything every time you visit. Be nice to the people taking care of your aunt and make sure you...

  15. Student caught stealing....

    tainted1972 replied to RaggedyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Pressing charges will give her a record of theft, which will always show up on bci/FBI background checks. There is a good chance she will never be accepted into another program. Have you talked to...

  16. getting in nursing school as an LPN

    tainted1972 replied to Kfarmer's topic in LPN to RN

    Just keep in mind that it may take longer to get your degree in the end. But you will be able to earn a decent salary sooner

  17. Turning down a position - ok to email?

    tainted1972 replied to sweetER's topic in General Nursing

    since she offered the position to you via email then it is perfectly acceptable to decline the position via

  18. Is that even legal?

    tainted1972 replied to BettyBoop01's topic in General Nursing

    I guess it does not really matter since your face will be seen at an

  19. Fired!!!

    tainted1972 replied to Shoe_Gal's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In the future, do not call off work because you cannot find a sitter.. if you cannot find a sitter, then you need to call in sick.. diarrhea, vomiting and

  20. Does anyone else ever get tired of "stupid" nurses?

    tainted1972 replied to twinmom2k's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In my state (ohio) LPN's are not supposed to actually do "assessments" We are to collect data and the RN does the

  21. New Grad LPN NO training!!!!!!

    tainted1972 replied to Cass1531's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My suggestion is to find a Mentor FAST, hopefully an RN that you can call and get advice from. I think you should stick it out unless there are a ton of jobs in your area. I know that right now...

  22. LPN-to-RN opinions

    tainted1972 replied to Sarahtonin's topic in LPN to RN

    I am an LPN and very happy. However I am realistic in knowing that I will not be able to advance as an LPN. I am getting my RN! I found an online program in Ohio so that I can still work while earning...

  23. getting in nursing school as an LPN

    tainted1972 replied to Kfarmer's topic in LPN to RN

    I think it depends on the school you are trying to get into. I had a hard time getting into an RN program so I chose to get my LPN. Once I got my LPN I was accepted into an RN program right

  24. 9 month LPN- RN Bridge Programs in Atlanta GA

    tainted1972 replied to lpatt949's topic in LPN to RN

    9 months seems like an awfully short time to me. especially only 1 day a

  25. I think nursing isn't for me.

    tainted1972 replied to workinghardforit's topic in General Students

    I love being a nurse, but damn I HATED clinicals. my last instructor was pushy, demanding and sometimes mean. She rushed us in everything we did and I never felt confident in any of my skills. She was...