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  1. Is being an LPN REALLY that bad?

    saintplatypus replied to peppapig123's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've been an LPN for 15yrs. I do have the desire to go on for my RN but as far as being an LPN goes I am content for the most part. There really isn't too many things an RN can do that I can't. In the...

  2. LTC incident, what are your thoughts.

    saintplatypus replied to wearyLPN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't understand why the powers that be felt what you did was write up material. If they felt it was the wrong decision I could see giving you a "teachable moment". But not a reprimand. I understand...

  3. Overheard coworkers complaining about me....feeling bad

    saintplatypus replied to Sugarcoma's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

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  4. What's in your pocket(s)?

    saintplatypus replied to AllieSparksRN's topic in General Nursing

    Ahhh Icy Hot, once in a while I carry that too. I like the kind that looks like deoderant stick. Doesn't get all over my hands when I put it on. You can wash your hands a hundred times and icy hot...

  5. Peds

    saintplatypus replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in a long term care facility for peds with physical and mental disabilities. Was best 5 years of nursing I have experienced in my 13 yrs of nursing. Pros... there are so many they are hard to...

  6. HELP! Floor Nursing = NOT for me

    saintplatypus replied to skim410's topic in General Nursing

    What about psychiatric nursing in a clinic?? Or an institutional nurse for a factory?? Just a few ideas. Good

  7. What's in your pocket(s)?

    saintplatypus replied to AllieSparksRN's topic in General Nursing

    I always carry two black ink pens, a sharpie, 4 highlighters (orange, green, pink, and yellow as we color code times meds are given), bandage scissors, and a roll of bandage tape. You might find a...

  8. Pain is not a "vital sign"

    saintplatypus replied to MikeyBSN's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked where none of my patients was able to verbally tell me if they were in pain or not. Yes pain can be a subjective measure but it can also be an objective measure. Facial grimacing,...

  9. Night Shift Blues

    saintplatypus replied to MissyRN83's topic in General Nursing

    Yes nights works well for some and not others. Sorry your situation seems so bleak. But you probably should look elsewhere if nights is bringing you down so

  10. *Weird* Patient Allergies

    saintplatypus replied to cherrybreeze's topic in General Nursing

    Well I read this on a fellow nurses note just the other day. I guess you could call it an "allergy" of sorts. In the Alzheimer's unit we have one LOL who also has schizophrenia. She refuses almost...

  11. Anyone have a nursing supervisor require you to work while sick?

    saintplatypus replied to NurseJennDenn's topic in General Nursing

    To answer you simply... yes I have had to work sick many times. I attempted to call in but the facility couldn't cover my shift so I had no choice but to go. Tonight is an example of this. Picked up...

  12. You must be an alcoholic

    saintplatypus replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in General Nursing

    No she had no business discussing the MRI results with the pt. This is MDs job. Her doing so is definately not good, but as has been said she is still learning. To come right out and directly acuse...

  13. I am SO Depressed....

    saintplatypus replied to SoCalMom0499's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That's crazy! In Indiana where I live, every facility I have worked has hired new grads, welcoming them with open arms. In fact, where I work now has hired around 6 new grads in the past couple...

  14. Question about PRN administration

    saintplatypus replied to essential's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    First of all, I have never seen Seroquel as a prn. but I reckon it could be. Seroquel is an antidepressant and is usually a routine medication. Ativan is a benzodiapine used for anxiety, seizures, and...

  15. Does being a CNA equal 1 year experiance for lpn?

    saintplatypus replied to missbee10's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am in Indiana and here being a CNA prior to becoming an LPN is beneficial, however being a CNA for 1 year does not equal 1 year of experience as an LPN. The experience may be worth a brownie point...

  16. Foley Catheter Insertion Tips

    saintplatypus replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    when i cath a female i usually have better luck if I position her on her side. This also tends to be less embarassing for her as well. By using this position you have virtually no contact with the...

  17. Mercy Killing

    saintplatypus replied to CandyGyrl1985's topic in General Nursing

    I doubt it was a mercy killing. As has been said, your father must have had an order from the MD for the ativan or the nurse would not be able to give it. And all narcotic medications such as ativan...

  18. LTC newbie.. CNA's hate me! help!

    saintplatypus replied to wannabenars's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Call the CNAs together and talk to them. Explain to them that you are sorry they lost their previous charge nurse and that you understand their loss. Let them know that you are aware that you do...

  19. Wound tx's

    saintplatypus replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    First get a culture and find out what kind of bacteria you are dealing with. Most hospice I have worked with allow antibiotic and wound treatment care. But before you can determine treatment it's...

  20. peg/gtube question

    saintplatypus replied to spunky1281's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in a small LTC with about 65 residents with over half of them being GT pts. In the case of mic-key or other tube we replaced them ourselves if they came out and then checked placement per air...

  21. I'm about to lose my MIND!!

    saintplatypus replied to kemkem's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I bought a book on studying for the NCLEX at the local bookstore. Once I felt I had it down I took the test, took a month or so, but I passed. Check amazon to see if they have the LPN NCLEX study...

  22. Physical Assessments: Do Any Nurses Do Them

    saintplatypus replied to romie's topic in General Nursing

    Last summer I took a new job in a LTC and in my orientation, mind you, the nurse orienting me said, "You won't have time to get vitals, we all just make one up similar the nurse the previous shift." I...

  23. I witnessed the most horrible death last night at a LTC facility.

    saintplatypus replied to stdntograd06's topic in General Nursing

    Well I have not the first clue. Attention maybe?? Um wanted to sue facility for fast money, I dunno. I maybe human, but for the life of me I sure don't understand other humans. People are greedy,...

  24. Narc Count

    saintplatypus replied to bdbrdb's topic in General Nursing

    Our narc count is really simple. Each card has it's own count sheet which is pre-numbered all we do is sign. The sheets are 90 tab sheets but when the meds arrive we write in at the top how many were...

  25. Ethical Issue- Is this child abuse? Do I need to report this?

    saintplatypus replied to Daria5363's topic in General Nursing

    Its very easy to overstep boundaries in home care. at least this is my experience. however you must review your personal values and find balance with them against the laws of ethical nursing. While I...