systoly

systoly

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  1. What is the best way to become a LVN?

    systoly replied to sunonothing's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    The best way I know is the military. You get paid for going to school and you get to do way more than you ever will in the civilian

  2. Help me PLEASE!!

    systoly replied to gina9525's topic in General Nursing

    How will you feel about yourself in ten years from now if you don't give it a

  3. I feel like a jerk!

    systoly replied to Trubie's topic in General Nursing

    I would offer a 2 weeks notice at a rate of $ 24.50/hr. If they depend on someone elses license to conduct their business, they need to realize that sometimes it will cost more than a half a stick of...

  4. Are med techs allowed to do blood sugars when there's no RN or LPN on the property?

    systoly replied to vicksext's topic in General Nursing

    In my state, med techs can obtain blood sugars per glucometer and also administer insulin. To do so they have to successfully complete a state approved course on each and it becomes part of their...

  5. The Only Bad Thing.....

    systoly replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    So, he's really smart, right? ...and he picked you! Just trust that this too was a stroke of genius. He knows what he's doing and so do you.

  6. I really need advise

    systoly replied to Destiny12's topic in General Nursing

    Did the original contract expire or was it never signed by an employer's representative? At any rate, this has "bad deal" written all over

  7. Is parents treatment ok with an order?

    systoly replied to laughing weasel's topic in General Nursing

    It's not that uncommon. There are a variety of nasal (saline) flush kits available or you can just use your own supplies, but I have seen this as a Dr.'s order several times. It is very helpful to...

  8. CYA: Charting

    systoly replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    Alternatively, attend a seminar, by a nurse lawyer, on charting. It's an eye opener and money and time well

  9. Did I do something horribly wrong?

    systoly replied to Silverbird501's topic in General Nursing

    You're a student. If all students were perfect, the instructor would be out of a job. Furthermore, if wiping a port with alcohol is this bad, why do we ever do

  10. What do you think of this Ambien order?

    systoly replied to IowaLPN's topic in General Nursing

    I would ask the day nurse why he/she is so hell bend to pin a med error on the facility, because if it is reported as a med error it will definitely go against the facility. A much more helpful...

  11. Questions for Veteran LPN's..

    systoly replied to PfromFL's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm definitely a veteran (Army Medic) The previous post is excellent advise. Working as a CNA before nursing school will definitely give you an edge. If "getting stuck" refers to needlesticks - that...

  12. Would you apply regular barrier cream to a resident with a fungal infection?

    systoly replied to CoffeemateCNA's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    As Morte has indicated, I believe the answer lies in the origin of the infection. However, if you cannot rule out moisture as the cause or contributing factor then by all means apply the barrier over...

  13. Opinions for a new LPN and narc issue

    systoly replied to Brookenicole84's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If she was trying to help you then there's no harm in reporting it to the DON. Always make sure you count with another nurse and both of you sign at the same time. If someone comes later on and claims...

  14. Question about drug administration

    systoly replied to himynameis's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Nutts, completely nutts. License on the line or not, why would you wanna administer mystery drugs. It's not just facilities that come up with such nonsense. Many years ago while practicing as an LPN...

  15. Student nurse violates confidentiality on floor

    systoly replied to jrw03282009's topic in General Nursing

    Your first priority is not to monitor fellow students (instructor's job), but to ensure your successful completion of the program. First and foremost I want you to look at this situation as an...

  16. This can't be right...

    systoly replied to pinkstudentnurse20's topic in General Nursing

    I don't believe in overtesting or putting all my eggs in the lab basket, but clearly the staff didn't do so hot on communication. A couple of minutes might have aleviated a lot of concerns/fear. I...

  17. Terrified Patient

    systoly replied to gentlegiver's topic in General Nursing

    Ativan may increase fall risk. Does the patient have any family who could visit et comfort, is there any familiar object (momento, picture, etc.) which could be obtained from the AL facility. Is there...

  18. some advice please

    systoly replied to cna2lpn80's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I never carried a bag. If you have a locker you can keep your essentials in there. Small notepad and spare pens are always good to have and it never hurts to have an extra pair of scrubs. You may also...

  19. Miralax & thickened liquids

    systoly replied to pistolchick's topic in Patient Medications

    Got ya, my

  20. Crushed Future LPN

    systoly replied to Hopefull nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    As soon as you get your LPN license, the same ignoramuses will be asking you for medical advice. I'm saddened that you care so much about opinions from people who don't seem to care too much about...

  21. Where to find a Ventilator Certification Program?

    systoly replied to prettyboy2010's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Check with DME

  22. is LPN a good choice?

    systoly replied to studentstorm's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What debanam said. Go to college. If you're not sure nursing is for you, or if you need money, work as a CNA. If you find out nursing is not for you, you haven't lost anything, because you start out...

  23. Miralax & thickened liquids

    systoly replied to pistolchick's topic in Patient Medications

    Very informative and helpful posts. Pistolchick, what are you

  24. What do you do in your spare time or days off?

    systoly replied to sasha2lady's topic in General Nursing

    No, not at all. I couldn't help thinking "that dirty dog of a fiancee", but decided it was just a list. Interestingly, the dog comes

  25. Embarrassing Question...

    systoly replied to Hithere's topic in General Nursing

    Is this an agency (you called the RECRUITER)? Usually the type of facility placing the ad should give insight, but I have seen lots of vague ads and never found a reputable institution behind them. At...