NamasteNurse BSN, RN

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    Is this legal??

    NamasteNurse replied to nurseruby's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    NOW THAT's ILLEGAL! Yes in capital letters! Facilities try all kinds of ****, that only lasts a few weeks. Who has time to re-check at the end of a shift? An d baby-sit our fellow nurses. Ha,...
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    Affection to residents and still professional?

    NamasteNurse replied to Rach823RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    As a floor nurse on an Alzeheimer's unit, I hug all the time. Kisses too. As some of you said, we are the only family many of these people have. Imagine being in a wheelchair most of every day, all...
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    LPN vs. RN

    NamasteNurse replied to Pneumothorax's topic in General Students

    "The only down-fall here, though, is that you get no recognition if you're an LPN and want to become an RN - they make you start the 4 years from scratch! " NOT TRUE! Depends on the state you live...
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    LPN vs. RN

    NamasteNurse replied to Pneumothorax's topic in General Students

    When I was in nursing school one of my teachers said, "LPN's know what, RN's know why". Not sure I agree with that, but as an LPN I do almost everything an RN does. It depends on the facility. We...
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    Charting Help/Tips Please! for long term care / SNF

    NamasteNurse replied to wearinwhite's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I was taught to state the problem and exactly what you did for the resident. If there is pain, did you medicate or position. Anxiety, meds or redirect? Ex: Resident upset and anxious at...
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    Non-nursing job with LVN education

    NamasteNurse replied to Janc1986's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm pretty sure you are nvot going to get those admin jobs listed in the first reply. ADON? no way! That's an RN job., and an RN with experience. How can you lead nurses if you've never done their...
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    NY LPNs where are all the new grad jobs help!

    NamasteNurse replied to charismalpn2010's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    most LPN's work in Long Term care or doctors offices. LTC pays much
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    A soon-to-be new grad who actually WANTS to work in geriatrics!

    NamasteNurse replied to busymommy's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    LTC facilities most definitely hire RN's. At my facility they are mainly supervisors, charge nurses or administration but some are 'floor nurses'. Look at your local 'helpwanted.com site. they are...
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    Dementia Unit - should I accept it?

    NamasteNurse replied to ariessanne's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with the other posters. I work in the dementia unit and most days I love it. It's not easier or harder than other floors, it's just different. Less visitors, less involvement with other...
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    Giving PRN meds- need some clarification

    NamasteNurse replied to nikkicb2004's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In my facility if a pt is usuing prn's more than QID they get a standing
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    Am I freak for charting meds as I pull them?

    NamasteNurse replied to Izzy11's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The nurses you work with are not unique in their practice. HOWEVER...when you are learning, DO IT THE RIGHT WAY! Flag your 1300 meds when you pass and sign for the 0900's. If someday (and trust...
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    ltc rant: short staff- burnt out-fall downs

    NamasteNurse replied to speedyG's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It's very hard. I realize every day in LTC that we nurses and CNA's have to swallow a lot of emotion just to get through the shift. We can't feel everything because if we did we'd be crying all day...
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    You know it's gonna be a bad day at the home when

    NamasteNurse replied to DixieRedHead's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ...When you follow the ambulance the last mile to work, and once inside the screams are coming from your unit... bad
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    First Screw-upp

    NamasteNurse replied to Janellius's topic in General Nursing

    NEVER sign for something you didn't give. I know when you're new it's hard to go by the rules when all around you seasoned nurses are saying oh, this is how we do it....but when you are learning and...
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    Gauging how prepared I am for NCLEX?

    NamasteNurse replied to jferry's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    68% will be a failure on the NCLEX. You need to study more. When I took the NCLEX I was scoring over 95% on practice
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    Becoming a Nurse After 40

    NamasteNurse replied to PacoUSA's topic in General Nursing

    I became a an LPN at age 51 after 20 years as a teacher. It's going great. Everyone is respectful and helpful. Lots of people are doing this now, so you won't be alone at
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    LPN/RPN leadership role

    NamasteNurse replied to RPNgee's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    So the question was "How to be a good leader without having issues?: First of all RESPECT! It goes both ways. The CNA's, new or experienced always seem to have issues with authority. Just the way...
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    Discouraged...advice, please? :(

    NamasteNurse replied to NewLPN11's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    every day you will get faster and more confident. it takes AT LEAST 4 months to get your routine down pat. you'll learn where everything is, that's half the battle. You'll learn how each pt takes...
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    Morphine/ativan cocktail

    NamasteNurse replied to aprilleverett's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I felt the same way at first. Until I had been a nurse in LTC for awhile and gotten attached to the residents. Dying is a process, sometimes a very long one. Usually in LTC, and I've seen it many...
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    LTC...Is not my thing. But I'm stuck!

    NamasteNurse replied to TXNurse77's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    All LTC is NOT the same. I went from a place like the one you describe to one where they are so strict you think you're back in school. No fingernails or polish, NO cell phone in the building at...
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    Not a waitress or barista

    NamasteNurse replied to noyesno's topic in General Nursing

    Playing devils advocate, while totally agreeing with you! ... I work in LTC and an elderly dementia resident actually put up his finger at dinner and said "excuse me waitress?" At first I was...
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    Worked for 2 days, required to list on app?

    NamasteNurse replied to SugarBabe99's topic in General Nursing

    I do not think it's necessary to list this place at all. Your resume should be a reflection of your work experiences you want to
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    CPR for the frail and obese

    NamasteNurse replied to onthemark's topic in General Nursing

    Most of the really frail ones in LTC are DNR anyway. Make sure you know their code status before you save
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    "Hidden" cameras on the floor--do you have them??

    NamasteNurse replied to linzjane88's topic in General Nursing

    In the bathroom? I doubt
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    small dilemma

    NamasteNurse replied to BABYJADE06's topic in General Nursing

    As far as patient load and taking breaks you will be entitled to exactly the same as everyone who is not pregnant. Either you can do the job or you can't. Many people work while pregnant so that...