vintagemother

vintagemother BSN, CNA, LVN, RN

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  1. The most ridiculous birth plans you've had the pleasure of reading

    vintagemother replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Lactivist is a word I prefer to use. I am a

  2. Did anyone do 12 inches to shoulder/over head lift for pre employment physical?

    vintagemother replied to jetaimeparis's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I thought it wasn't good for your back to lift heavy things above the waist/

  3. Solano CC LVN-RN bridge

    vintagemother replied to vintagemother's topic in California Nursing

    I'm sure someone on here attended or is attending Solano....

  4. Community ADN/Bridges near Sac

    vintagemother replied to vintagemother's topic in California Nursing

    Does anyone know of a community college near Sacramento that offers an LVN to RN bridge program or a regular ADN program that has 2 application periods per year? I know there nothing in Sacto, but...

  5. Where can I take organic chem and nutrition online over the summer?

    vintagemother replied to KS01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Colorado community colleges online has online everything including sciences. So does excelsior. However, some nursing schools specify that online sciences aren't

  6. Scrub pants

    vintagemother replied to ervetnurse's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Perhaps koi scrubs? The Lindsay style. I have a decent sized bottom and hips and thighs and I love the way these pants look. Others on AN have said these pants are good for ladies with ample...

  7. Disillusioned, stressed, regretting nursing?

    vintagemother replied to msygrnbw's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You've had a lot of good responses. I just want to tell you I'm a new grad, too. I empathize with how you're feeling. I want to tell you that I used to wonder why I ever went to nursing school. But...

  8. NCLEX Application - reporting of traffic violations

    vintagemother replied to rose2012's topic in California Nursing

    If you're in CA, I am pretty sure, based on my friends experiences, that you can still get a license even though you have a few

  9. Time Consuming Facility - Suggestions?

    vintagemother replied to Race Mom's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    "One of the locations is very easy going, allows mini crisis kit, will allow verbal orders until signed one is faxed, will allow single syringe doses of morphine/Haldol/etc. and enough so the pt won't...

  10. Your Interview Outfits

    vintagemother replied to RonnieDita's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have heard that cleavage is a definite no - no. I have also heard from the school of thought that a suit is over dressed...part of it might depend on the culture of the particular work

  11. NCLEX Application - reporting of traffic violations

    vintagemother replied to rose2012's topic in California Nursing

    Yes I had to report my traffic violations. This is because the ticket amount was just a few dollars over the requirement. I sent in proof the case was closed printed from the traffic court website. It...

  12. New CNA trying to find a job

    vintagemother replied to Rodrinka's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Everyone is shocked that craigslist works for me. I'm now an LVN and found 2 jobs through craigslist. I do have a decent resume which beefs up and sells my (limited) experience. I also use a cover...

  13. Should I beome a RN?

    vintagemother replied to Navygurl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with the Posters who said nursing tends to be a career in which you are expected to be fast. Nurses have a multitude of competing demands for attention on their plate all the time. I'm a new...

  14. New CNA trying to find a job

    vintagemother replied to Rodrinka's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I started applying before I received my certification. Walking into SNFs in person and applying on craigslist are how I secured CNA jobs. 1 full time noc and 2 per diem jobs are what I landed within...

  15. Are study groups necessary to help me succeed in nursing program?

    vintagemother replied to mharzi's topic in General Students

    Having study buddies has always helped me. In nursing school specifically, we helped eachother by reminding eachother of last minute changes---which were rampant in my program. Plus, some friends...

  16. Your Interview Outfits

    vintagemother replied to RonnieDita's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I've worn gray slacks, black closed toe shoes and a tasteful blouse. One of my tops is a collared light pink with grey pin stripes. Another top is gray and white floral, it's silky and kind of like...

  17. Best men's watch for male nurses

    vintagemother replied to binggrad's topic in Male Nursing Students

    G shock! They're cheap on Amazon. I bought one for me, my son and my construction worker boyfriend. They're great for nurses because they're durable, keep military and civilian time, have big faces/...

  18. Should I challenge the CNA exam or Apply as a Student Nurse?

    vintagemother replied to Stacilator's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I think you should challenge the exam so you'll have the official

  19. Rant

    vintagemother replied to Palliative Care, DNP's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like you have that uncommon gift of wording things in ways that are easy for lay people to understand, yet are not insulting or demeaning during your explanation. Kudos to you for that! I...

  20. Ultimate Nursing Bag

    vintagemother replied to avaloncar's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have a zip up tote from thirty one bags. It's pretty big. I don't bring my purse in to work. I work in LTC. My bag contains: BP cuff Stethoscope Pocket sized note pad My lunch bag A water bottle...

  21. LPN/LVN Program California

    vintagemother replied to bpotts92's topic in California Nursing

    Besides Carrington, you may want to look at Kaplan college, Charles A Jones and Unitek, which are all LVN programs in Sac. Stockton has Xaviar and another college. Yuba/marysville has an LVN program...

  22. Pharmacology

    vintagemother replied to Graduation2016's topic in General Students

    I didn't use apps. I did have to make medication cards for school. I also perused the charts during clinicals and looked up the commonly used

  23. Will I ever become a nurse?

    vintagemother replied to PrettyNerd's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I accumulated many college credits before deciding to pursue nursing. There were negative people- such as my husband, who is now my ex because he didn't want me to go to school for nursing. I was 29...

  24. Tattoos and unique shoes?

    vintagemother replied to Blur2713's topic in General Nursing

    Me too, Klone!! I only have 4 pair of danskos so far though! But 2 are fun / funky! And I love patterned socks!! I do have 2 piercings in each ear, but I don't wear the cartilage piercing to work....

  25. More than 30 residents to one LPN...?

    vintagemother replied to fiddlercricket's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi I just saw your post. Let me know if you still have questions...I see you started your job about a week ago. How's it going? I have moved on to greener pastures, still in LTC but different...