NamasteNurse BSN, RN

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    Is it too easy to become a LVN nowadays??

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

    Easy? Um, NO! we started with 54 people in our class and graduated 16! They dropped like flies, a lot at first and then trickled as they failed each unit in tears. Not easy at all. A LOT of...
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    Frustrated New Grad LPN with NO experience

    NamasteNurse replied to Happynurs3's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    plenty of nursing home jobs upstate. listen though, since you are new and don't know this, night nurses work ALONE most of the time. Meaning you, a brand new inexperienced nurse would have MAYBE 2...
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    Interruptions while giving report

    NamasteNurse replied to MsSocalRN's topic in General Nursing

    You did ask for some ideas on how to handle the problem you are having, so try to take the constructive criticism you are receiving and not take it personally. that's a basic in all aspects of...
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    You really think nurses make alot of money? Let me give you something to think about

    NamasteNurse replied to diosa78's topic in General Nursing

    I'll play devil's advocate. You make more than a new teacher. That teacher is responsible for young minds, bodies and lives. Also think of all the people in this country who make minimum wage....
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    Frustrated New Grad LPN with NO experience

    NamasteNurse replied to Happynurs3's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Look up Archcare. They have several nursing homes in the city and I was hired right out of
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    RN teacher failing students to "weed" them out?

    NamasteNurse replied to xmissxscarlet09's topic in General Nursing

    It doesn't sound like any rules are being broken. Nursing school is hard for a reason. Nursing is HARD! You will encounter nurses just like your instructor. Your 'friends' in nursing school will...
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    Working as a CNA and a LPN at the same time

    NamasteNurse replied to LPN1IN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Not a problem, I don't think...but be careful of being a nurse when you are on the clock as a CNA, could be a big
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    What do you do on the drive to work?

    NamasteNurse replied to whitecat5000's topic in General Nursing

    Great idea, learning Spanish! I listen to doctor radio, sirrius/xm channel 81. Always
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    Tips for first clinical?

    NamasteNurse replied to betsyMT2003's topic in General Students

    Teaching is a huge part of nursing, but unfortunately, many nurses are only focused on getting their job done for the day. Answering your questions and being interrupted are frustrations to them....
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    Future RN going for LPN first

    NamasteNurse replied to cljonesfuturenurse's topic in LPN to RN

    hi there, sounds like a do-able approach to me. I earned my BA 30 years ago. Got laid off in the first wave of the recession, patched together a living for three years and finally realized the only...
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    how long does it take to get used to what you do? (working in LTC)

    NamasteNurse replied to kimogieo's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Totally agree with the above post, a year is when you start to feel like MAYBE you know whats up. In LTC things change all the time and they change fast. I don't think per diem is the best way to...
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    If I'm a new RN but with LPN experience, Do I need to list LPN experience?

    NamasteNurse replied to ilove's topic in Nursing Career

    You aren't required to list anything, but why wouldn't you? LPN experience is excellent experience! So you got terminated, they are not allowed by law to say anything bad anyway, but I know a bunch...
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    Two job offers for new LPN

    NamasteNurse replied to dgarney's topic in General Nursing

    That pay is awfully low! Have you checked around to see if it's the same as other facilities in your area? My CNA's earn $16.25/hr to start! LPN's make 19.25/hr to start That said overnights on LTC...
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    Salary for clinic position?

    NamasteNurse replied to TheOracle's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an LPN and make 42,000. Forget about 20!
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    dover business college fails whole class

    NamasteNurse replied to Kimberly M's topic in General Nursing

    Never head of an NLN exit exam. If no one has graduated from this place in 4 years why are people still going? Seems fishy to me. Contact your state
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    LTC - What are my actions after receiving phone call regarding new orders?

    NamasteNurse replied to username33's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Excellent advice from previous poster. All the she said, plus at my facility you also write a nurses note, such as " New order obtained for Levaquin 500mg PO BID x 10 days. First dose taken from...
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    After 20 MONTHS of job search.....i give up.

    NamasteNurse replied to skny's topic in New York Nursing

    have you tried LTC? They are ALWAYS looking for RN's
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    How do I get along well with my clinical instructor?

    NamasteNurse replied to Hellostudentnurssee's topic in General Nursing

    Ever watch Hell's Kitchen? "Yes Chef" her to death. Seriously, it's the only way with those types. Ask questions, if you need to on 'off' times, not in the middle of a busy med pass
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    wrist cuffs? how accurate?

    NamasteNurse replied to beatrice1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I was surprised too when I first started, to see the wrist cuffs. I think if they have fresh batteries and are used correctly, they are pretty close most of the time. OK for most LTC uses but if...
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    interview dress code....

    NamasteNurse replied to LevitateMe's topic in General Nursing

    a suit is always proper, you cannot overdress for an interview. they will definitely judge you on that. make sure your hair is neat and clean. not too much make up and NO fake nails! you want to...
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    Does anyone LOVE Geriatrics?

    NamasteNurse replied to geekchic's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Do what you love, what you are good at and who cares what others think? pretty soon we'll all be geriatrics so might as well love
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    Fibromyalgia

    NamasteNurse replied to kcurtis's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Hi Kelly, I can talk to your fibromyalgia but not to the disability part. How about something like office nursing? Many hospitals are now affiliating with private doctors who hire nurses in their...
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    Looking to move...

    NamasteNurse replied to LJ85's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    google has answers to all your
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    Bad news, no money

    NamasteNurse posted a topic in LPN to RN

    Just found out I am de-registered for my pre-reqs as I can only take 4 credits due to work and I cannot get funding unless I take at least 6 credits. Not sure what other options may be available. I...
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    Bad news, no money

    NamasteNurse replied to NamasteNurse's topic in LPN to RN

    Good thoughts. thanks for the replies. I think I will just have to save up the money to go one class at a time even though it will take forever! I took algebra over the summer and worked full time...