RNBearColumbus

RNBearColumbus BSN

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  1. "Right" way to pulls meds from cards?

    RNBearColumbus replied to Pat_Pat RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Med carts at my facility are arranged by room number, then by med pass times. (We do a BID med pass, so there are usually only AM or PM meds. TID meds are filed under the closest time, for example,...

  2. OTA or LPN

    RNBearColumbus replied to Cavangirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm not an OTA grad, but I was once a staff development nurse and responsible for hiring OTAs. The starting hourly rate for OTAs in my area of Ohio was approximately TWICE what the starting hourly...

  3. Preparing for school

    RNBearColumbus replied to KL62108's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congratulations on starting school! It's going to be hard and fun all at the same time. Here's a few things from a LPN who graduated 9 years ago this month: Pay attention in class, and ask questions...

  4. Will My LPN Experience Count?

    RNBearColumbus posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I'm currently a LPN, working on completing my RN through Excelsior ( I'm seeing the light at the end of the tunnel finally!) (And no, it's not a train!) I'm very interested in being a hospice RN...

  5. LPN OR RN SCHOOL???

    RNBearColumbus replied to Kath106's topic in Ohio Nursing

    As a LPN working in Ohio, I would recommend that you go right to RN. Your job options and pay will be better, and as a LPN, you will probably be limited to working in LTC of SNF. If i had it to do...

  6. mens shoes in nursing

    RNBearColumbus replied to RandomRN's topic in Men in Nursing

    I used to wear Nike Shocks, they were great for long days running up and down the hall passing meds. Then I found these: Amazon.com: DAWGS Men's Working Destination PMW Clog: Clogs And Mules Shoes:...

  7. Guilt over saying no to overtime

    RNBearColumbus replied to Richard 1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I always say no to coming in early or staying late (unless a coworker has an emergency and has to adjust their schedule on short notice) and no to working extra shifts. I never feel guilty about it. I...

  8. Stupid Nurse Tricks (Or How To Look Incredibly Stupid)

    RNBearColumbus replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    1: In order to save time when giving insulin injections, remove the sterile wrapping from an entire case of insulin syringes and stuff them all in the top drawer of your med cart. (Not me) 2: Your...

  9. new nurse starting first job at a recovery/long term care facility

    RNBearColumbus replied to amberm830's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You did everything right based on the orders as they stand. Yes, the feelings of panic do get better as you gain confidence in your skills and learn to trust your nursing judgement. Heck, I was 6...

  10. Need expert advice on how to pass 39 patients' medication in a 2-hour time frame.

    RNBearColumbus replied to OneMurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    THIS. Ask management to help you work smarter, not harder. I work a 33 patient LTC unit. Up until a year ago, we split the med times. Half the unit was scheduled for 8am, and the other half 9AM....

  11. new nurse starting first job at a recovery/long term care facility

    RNBearColumbus replied to amberm830's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It doesn't sound like the pt's unresponsiveness was related to blood sugar. a FSBS of 90 is good, and it had been almost 4 hours since breakfast. It's more likely that the pt's blood pressure is to...

  12. Evolution and Nursing

    RNBearColumbus replied to TheFowldogg's topic in Coffee Lounge's Lounge

    Evolution = Science Creationism / Intelligent Design = Not

  13. LVN's who work 3 12's

    RNBearColumbus replied to pnkgirl25's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work three 12 hour shifts a week, 7a-7p, set schedule. For example, on Sat and Sun, off Mon - Wed, on Thu and Fri, off Sat - Mon, On Tue and Wed, off Thu and Fri, then it repeats. Always on the same...

  14. Nursing Exams Now Require Advisor Approval

    RNBearColumbus posted a topic in Excelsior College

    Just found out that all nursing exams now require advisor approval prior to registration. According to the advisor I spoke with this morning, this change was made a "couple of weeks ago" and was not...

  15. med pass

    RNBearColumbus replied to fairyluv's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have 33 patients, and it takes me 2.5 hours to pass the AM meds. My facility is a little different than most though, do a BID med pass, so EVERYONE gets meds during the AM pass, and that includes...

  16. Should I become an LPN or RN?

    RNBearColumbus replied to UmmDana's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    bwahahahahaha.... Oh, man... wait, I can't catch my breath.. Seriously? Fun and nearly stress free??? I'm a LTC LPN who takes care of 33 patients on a long term unit that also includes end of...

  17. Should I become an LPN or RN?

    RNBearColumbus replied to UmmDana's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Some things to consider: Yes, going to LPN school will take less time than RN school. HOWEVER, at the end of the schooling, you will find your employment options much more limited. Depending on where...

  18. Nursing Exams Now Require Advisor Approval

    RNBearColumbus replied to RNBearColumbus's topic in Excelsior College

    Yes, it's a change for the ADN program. Previously, you were able to register for each exam without prior approval as long as you were currently enrolled and in good standing in the

  19. Need Some Reassurance Here.....

    RNBearColumbus posted a topic in Excelsior College

    OK, long story short, I've been an LPN for nearly 9 years. I've been chipping away at the Excelsior exams since 2010. I only have 3 exams, the FCCA and CPNE left. I've gotten good scores on the exams...

  20. Why is LTC Nursing have a bad reputation

    RNBearColumbus replied to dulcet's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I think some of the bad attitude about LTC nursing stems from the way nurses are educated. All nursing education assumes that the graduate nurse will be working in a hospital setting. There may be one...

  21. Do male nurses wear scrub jackets???

    RNBearColumbus replied to Nolander's topic in Men in Nursing

    I wear one sometimes, mostly because it gets cold at the nurses station when I'm charting. I don't wear long sleeved t-shirts because I can't stand having my arms covered while I'm working, handling...

  22. Excelsior Repro Exam

    RNBearColumbus replied to J3rianUFC's topic in Excelsior College

    ^^^ THIS. Use the practice exams, and study the areas that you do poorly on. I put this exam off 2 times before I finally took it. Never so happy to see a "C" in my life. For most LPNs who have been...

  23. I am trying to get out of nursing. My parents will feel terrible if I do.

    RNBearColumbus replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If you are self employed or working as an independent contractor for a client, and paying the taxes on your income, you should be paying medicare and SS tax as part of that. (That's why self employed...

  24. Practice test for ECEs

    RNBearColumbus replied to RaleighNurse's topic in Excelsior College

    While the practice exams are a great tool, they shouldn't be the only materials you use to study for the actual test. Taking the first practice exam (form A) will give you an idea of what you already...

  25. Med error for new 2013 nurse

    RNBearColumbus replied to Terrified83's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I've been a nurse for 8+ years. Trust me when i say to you that you are not the first nurse to make a med error. In fact, any nurse that tells you they have never made a med error is not being...