TuTonka

TuTonka

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  1. Curious but sincere

    TuTonka replied to Ruby53's topic in General Nursing

    Well there used to be a LPN program that was part-time and you went 18 months, but that no longer exists. As far as theory in the US and clinicals in Asia or anywhere outside the US I have never heard...

  2. Union or no union?

    TuTonka replied to CJsGirlRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Why did you change

  3. Depressed and struggling to hold on

    TuTonka replied to rholman's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I wish you all the luck in the world

  4. Depressed and struggling to hold on

    TuTonka replied to rholman's topic in Health, Stress Management

    OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just reread the post I sent you!!!!!!!!!!!! I did not mean to say what I posted. I meant her room being dirty. I should have reread it before posting it. I can only...

  5. NCLEX INQUIRY

    TuTonka replied to ronaldtanael's topic in International Nursing

    Hmmm I didn't know there were states that didn't require

  6. nursing as a profession

    TuTonka replied to NurseJB's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I wish I had some word of encouragment but I do not. You need to take care of yourself as you are in a very unsafe environment and your BON will hold you responsible. My advice would be find another...

  7. Union or no union?

    TuTonka replied to CJsGirlRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Steffers could I ask what state your are in?

  8. Career Change==>Accounting to Nursing

    TuTonka replied to zicovico's topic in Nursing Career

    Well if you figure how to finance going back to school I know alot of people on here would like to know about. :)

  9. WOW !

    TuTonka replied to LeesG's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats!!!!!!!!!! and welcome to the sister/botherhood of nursing

  10. Can You Refuse A Patient Assignment

    TuTonka replied to gladtobeOB's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Supervisors and Chiefs of Staff are people that handle these things. But where I come from the ER Dr. is Hired by the Hospital and therefore responsible to care for these pts. If the Dr felt he could...

  11. Can a RN fill a CNA slot?

    TuTonka replied to SkySoldier's topic in General Nursing

    Contact your BON they should be able to tell you. I went to LPN school first and after first term you became a CNA so it never was an issue for me. Good luck.

  12. Did (does) anyone love nursing school?

    TuTonka replied to ohcomeon's topic in General Nursing

    Hmmmmm I was diagnosised with HTN after 3rd term and DM after 4th term. Would I say I would do it again.....Yes you bet your bottom dollar I would. I have been in this profession 37 years if I didn't...

  13. JCAHO and bedside medications...

    TuTonka replied to RN*mommy's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am speechless. I really do not know what to say except I really feel for you. I hope your next delivery goes better for you.

  14. RN refusing MA assignment

    TuTonka replied to TXRenaNP's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Mtn: You do not owe anyone an apology. I was just very confused about who did what. I certainly did not mean to sound critical although when I reread it it might have sounded that way and for that I...

  15. Depressed and struggling to hold on

    TuTonka replied to rholman's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Yeah mom she does but so do you do not forget that.

  16. In your experience have you seen this happen?

    TuTonka replied to Smith-Lee's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well how about a class for the residents to make window boxes then place them at the diaper changing windows and have the residents plant the flowers in them? Something like hmmm star gazers or...

  17. The "Weigh" Out---A Food Management Support Thread

    TuTonka replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Viva also keep a food diary and become a label reader. Also try eating how you normally eat but cut out 1/4 of the portion. Keep it in sight while you eat but pour pepper on it so you are not tempted...

  18. The "Weigh" Out---A Food Management Support Thread

    TuTonka replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Viva you can make a video with a phone if it has a video ability on it. Then you can transfer it to your puter and e-mail the whole thing to "The Biggest Loser.". Good luck.

  19. The "Weigh" Out---A Food Management Support Thread

    TuTonka replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Welllllllllll welcome. I hope the advice you will receive will help you in your goals. Please feel free to holler out your successes it always brightens some ones outlook. Congrats.

  20. RN refusing MA assignment

    TuTonka replied to TXRenaNP's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I have read many of these replies and I wonder why if this is a rare occurence why was the thread even started? That alone does not place either professional in a good light? If this is your first...

  21. Depressed and struggling to hold on

    TuTonka replied to rholman's topic in Health, Stress Management

    In all seriousness at her age and in her onpion you don't LOL but she is now at a thershold of becoming an adult and it sounds like peer pressure is hammering away at you both. Her rrom being...

  22. In your experience have you seen this happen?

    TuTonka replied to Smith-Lee's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Can anyune tell me if they have ever been in a nursing home that did not reek of urine? I never

  23. Depressed and struggling to hold on

    TuTonka replied to rholman's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Rholman: thats half the battle. One step at a time you WILL get through this and so will she. If you ever need a vent in private I have an ear. lol actually I have two :) Mother / daughter...

  24. RN refusing MA assignment

    TuTonka replied to TXRenaNP's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    There is no I in

  25. Depressed and struggling to hold on

    TuTonka replied to rholman's topic in Health, Stress Management

    You are welcome. Sometimes when you become overwelmed with life you do not know where to turn especially with your children.. Have you two ever had a come to the table discussion? I am not saying a...