MHSA LPN

MHSA LPN

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  1. How in the freaking world are you a nurse???

    MHSA LPN replied to Daisy_08's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I work with a nurse who I graduated with. We work at a substance abuse facility. She leaves the narc keys dangling from the lock, if anyone complains of any kind of skin condition she gives them...

  2. what did LPN school teach me? not much im afraid... will RN school help me?!

    MHSA LPN replied to lorenwithano's topic in LPN to RN

    I learned a lot in LPN school, and I didn't expect to stop learning after school. If I'm unfamiliar or curious about something I research the topic. I have been working as an LPN for only 4 months and...

  3. McFatter LPN Program

    MHSA LPN replied to Praying01's topic in Florida Nursing

    I graduated from McFatter in August 2010. I dedicated 3-4 hours a day to the program. The curriculum did include A&P, Human Growth and Nutrition. For me, it was simple to enter, but it may be...

  4. Does anyone like their job?

    MHSA LPN replied to kayty2339's topic in General Nursing

    I like my job. Maybe it's because I've been a working nurse for only 4 months. I work in substance abuse. I did clinicals on a med/surge floor; that area of nursing is not for

  5. Hourly Rate for an LPN in Florida

    MHSA LPN replied to ANNG7's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I work as a substance abuse LPN in South Florida. $15 an hour. I make more money and work fewer hours as a freelance writer. I'm keeping the LPN job for the

  6. Does anyone else feel this way?

    MHSA LPN replied to Seth O Scope's topic in General Nursing

    You can be a nonsmoker and still get lung

  7. Missing Narc.....but for how long?

    MHSA LPN replied to SE_BSN_RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Although this is not funny, I can't help but laugh. At the ALF where I worked very briefly it was no big deal if a narc was missing. (I couldn't believe it.) The protocol was to "make the MAR reflect...

  8. What does "I'll do the paperwork" really mean?

    MHSA LPN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was a new LPN at an ALF. The job is mainly just passing meds. Two questions: 1. Is it typical for one nurse to pass meds to 80 residents? 2. Am I supposed to be a mind reader. The CNA told the...

  9. What does "I'll do the paperwork" really mean?

    MHSA LPN replied to MHSA LPN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the replies, everyone. There are residents at this ALF who should be in a nursing home. The standard procedure for all incidents is the same: Call 911. I wasn't allowed to provide first...

  10. *UNEMPLOYED NURSES*

    MHSA LPN replied to bree*'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    They didn't offer me the $12 an hour job. They hired someone else. Sadly, I would have taken it if they had. Don't know how I would have paid the mortgage,

  11. *UNEMPLOYED NURSES*

    MHSA LPN replied to bree*'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Laid off journalist. Covered medical and fitness news. New LPN. Graduated in August. Passed NCLEX in October. Became IV certified in November. Sent out a gazillion applications. Had 2 interviews. One...

  12. Pressing charges on a psych patient?

    MHSA LPN replied to Little_Mouse's topic in General Nursing

    From a legal perspective, you assume certain risks when you become a psych nurse, so it would be futile to press charges, unless the patient has been proven to be faking his/her

  13. NCLEX suggestions!

    MHSA LPN replied to vn2998's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Don't get nervous when people say the test is hard. I thought it was relatively easy, easier than nursing school. I got 85 questions and passed. Only a handful of questions had me scratching my...

  14. Insensitive nurses

    MHSA LPN posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm a student. During clinical I watched one nurse assist another in inserting an IV for a blood transfusion. The nurse, who happens to be an assistant manager, told the patient "You stink like a farm...

  15. Insensitive nurses

    MHSA LPN replied to MHSA LPN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Your replies tell me I was not over reacting. I reported the RN to the Ethics/Professional Behavior board. They took a preliminary report, will call back in a few days for an in depth report and make...

  16. Interested in nursing field But i am not a native-speaker

    MHSA LPN replied to nonnativespeaker's topic in General Nursing

    My friend's native language is Hungarian. When he came to this country he studied English and worked as a construction worker until he was comfortable enough with the language to take his medical...

  17. McFatter LPN Program

    MHSA LPN replied to FutureNurse83's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I will finish Term III at McFatter this week. It's true that many people don't graduate. I wouldn't say the program is hard; I'd say it's tedious at times. As long as you read the material over and...

  18. Advice regarding termination

    MHSA LPN replied to surfnbeagle's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Tell potential employers exactly what you told us. Don't fudge the truth. People do check references, and they appreciate

  19. How do you manage to find time to workout & stay fit during nursing school?

    MHSA LPN replied to lindsay176's topic in General Students

    My schedule is 2-10, so I work out before or after class at my condo gym. Sometimes I just run outside for an hour or

  20. If you have recently taken the NET, TEAS, or Hesi please read

    MHSA LPN replied to avidhunter3's topic in General Students

    My reason for taking the TEAS early was to move up on the waiting list. Besides, I already have a BA degree. I took chemistry and biology in

  21. Affording Nursing School: What did you do?

    MHSA LPN replied to DMB_Love's topic in General Students

    I'm taking a risk. I have no health insurance, so I don't eat junk and I work out 6 days a

  22. McFatter LPN Program

    MHSA LPN replied to FutureNurse83's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    What a relief!

  23. McFatter LPN Program

    MHSA LPN replied to FutureNurse83's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I start term 1 at McFatter Aug. 24. I don't really need a laptop, do

  24. If you have recently taken the NET, TEAS, or Hesi please read

    MHSA LPN replied to avidhunter3's topic in General Students

    There was one question on the TEAS about tectonic plates. I have no idea what that has to do with

  25. Heavy books

    MHSA LPN posted a topic in General Students

    Can anyone recommend a good, inexpensive backpack to for those incredibly heavy nursing