Neptuneschyld replied to ChickenJoyRN,BSN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
8 hr shift In reality 7 1/2hr(450 min.) shift due to mandatory 1/2hr break. 31 patients to 1 LPN Calculate: 450 min. divided by 31 patients equals 14.5 min. to accomplish safely and accurately all...
I'm so annoyed that we really can't give an honest 2 week notice. Everything is supposed to be so diplomatic, but what if the reason you are leaving a job is because of the company's unfair/unsafe...
I'm not a dialysis nurse, but have had someone with ESRD in my life. Anyway, I'm wondering if you've had proper education on your condition. It doesn't seem like you have because you would know that...
Neptuneschyld replied to dinkymouse's topic in General Nursing
I had to deal with a doctor tonight that I absolutely HATE to call. He only treats (using the word loosely) 2 of my 20 pts thank god. Anyway, this one pt with HX of MI, HTN, and Diabetes was c/o...
Neptuneschyld replied to Kashia's topic in Geriatric, LTC
I'm new to nursing and LTC and am quickly learning how wishy washy things can be. When I work another floor, I have residents looking at me very surprised when I walk in their room around 9pm to give...
Neptuneschyld replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing
It's complicated to complain to who I should complain to. The person I would have to bring the issue to is the person who suggested this nurse as assistant supervisor. They are good friends and I'm a...
Neptuneschyld replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing
Now, I know as nurses we should be able to "work miracles". We should be able to calmly, coolly, and efficiently handle whatever is thrown our way. Time management and multi-tasking skills are a must....
Neptuneschyld replied to debRN0417's topic in Geriatric, LTC
I don't have a problem with CNAs coming to me with issues during med pass. Even if it's just letting me know they are going on break or that so and so needs something for pain. This lets me know to...
Neptuneschyld replied to Cat Truitt RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC
I feel your pain already. Stick it out though. I start a LTC this coming Tue. and I'm a brand new LPN. My DON told me that I will probably feel useless for the first 3 to 6 months!!! Just keep at it....
Neptuneschyld replied to kgard7777's topic in Florida Nursing
wow! It's over $4,000 now to go. I start in July. I had a question about clinicals . Did you go during school hours or did you have to stay late or go to the hospitals on
I start my training as an LPN in July of this year and all this talk of phasing them out is terrifying . I like to learn step by step. I think it's appropriate. I don't want to jump right into RN. I...