focusedvalpn

focusedvalpn specializes in LTF, ALF, Primary & Rhuematology offices.

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1. Tattoos in healthcare

   focusedvalpn replied to savoytruffle's topic in Nursing Professionalism

   Well to each his own but I love them I have 5. Two on my wrist that no one has notice yet (4 months and counting) because of the watch and bracelet I always wear. My tatts mean things to ME I am a...

2. Best one sentence handoff report

   focusedvalpn replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

   "Look at me how do you think it went! My hair was straight, combed, my clothes were clean, oh and I I'm glad I did stop to urinate BEFORE I came here. They're sleep, fed, breathing and pain free have...

3. Positive TB Skin Test

   focusedvalpn replied to awalker1015's topic in General Nursing

   Not medical advice my experience is what I'm sharing. I had something similar this year. I have never been positive on a ppd but I've had a lot over the years bc some facilities here won't use...

4. Think I committed career suicide...

   focusedvalpn replied to oneflyLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   Have u gone to the NC forum to see if anyone can help? I don't know where u are but here in VA u can take the iv classes and you can look into taking the class online to see if that will help you. Ask...

5. A co-worker peeve- VENT!

   focusedvalpn replied to perfectbluebuildings's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   Because it is what is best for them and they get to say they did have the meetings you just didn't show when they find something wrong even when it wasn't covered of

6. Behaviors you've learned to lose when at work.

   focusedvalpn replied to nola1202's topic in General Nursing

   Be overly honest! I feel like if it doesn't make sense then it doesn't make sense. Oh and if you ask me to do the impossible and you ask if I can do it ummm I'm gonna say no or not now or not today...

7. My patient an addict or does he actually need it?

   focusedvalpn replied to Catch22Personified's topic in General Nursing

   Psych consult for the xanax if you feel like that is not managing the issue in ltc u usually have that standing order. But if not notified the md of your concerns and let him/her know that u have a pt...

8. Nursemates for FLAT feet

   focusedvalpn replied to ColorfulStethoscope's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

   I've never tried this brand but I have flat feet n I pronate. Needless to say I can go through shoes like no bodies business and I love timberland hiking boots. The style I use is Men's Chocorua Trail...

9. Lets get a current salary thread going for 09/10

   focusedvalpn replied to Finallydidit's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   47000 salary no weekends day shift 7-4p m-f. took a pay cut for it though but if I have to come in and work about 32/hr for those hrs (time and a half) needles to say I don't work OT much. Was making...

10. LPN in NYC Make how much?

    focusedvalpn replied to shanie818's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    But don't forget the cost of living there. I know when I was looking to move there I found great paying jobs but the rent was outrageous in some areas then there were places similar to what I pay here...

11. Nurse advocacy (Rant)

    focusedvalpn replied to KalipsoRed's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    FYI for those who wanted an update I got the job put in my two weeks I'm so

12. ? about resident throwing self OOB

    focusedvalpn replied to Sensoria17's topic in General Nursing

    document behaviors, psych consult, notify MD, low bed, and floor mats. i had a resident like this and i told the um and don and they had to just tell him that a fall is any UNINTENTIONAL change of...

13. Wedding vs. Nursing Schedule

    focusedvalpn replied to NurseRN83's topic in General Nursing

    but when it comes to vac time i take what i want when i want but i do give notice ahead so im first in line. like now i have my vac for jan and may in and approved because i was first in

14. Wedding vs. Nursing Schedule

    focusedvalpn replied to NurseRN83's topic in General Nursing

    i kinda skimmed through this kinda long so sorry if this is not that helpful, but if you and your friends wedding is next year put the request in now. then six months from the first date remind your...

15. Are you an organ donor?

    focusedvalpn replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    yup when i'm gone i dont need them might as well keep doing what i've been doing and help someone else feel