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  1. Am I the only person who DOESN'T sleep on the night shift.

    Blackcat99 replied to tothepointeLVN's topic in Private Duty

    I have never slept while on night duty. I usually like to read. However, I have been cursed for the past few years. I have applied for night shift positions and all I can find is day shift positions....

  2. Nursing shortage

    Blackcat99 replied to rivet32's topic in General Nursing

    Where is this nursing shortage located? If there is a nursing shortage, why are so many nurses out of work and unable to find

  3. It cost me $59.25 just to apply for a job?

    Blackcat99 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Private Duty

    Thanks all. I think this whole situation is just plain crazy. I have now completed all of the paperwork for both of these nursing agencies. I will be calling both places today to find out exactly what...

  4. Signs hospital is closing?

    Blackcat99 replied to inteRN's topic in General Nursing

    There had been rumors that the hospital I worked at many years ago was closing down. Nursing management told all of us that "No, it wasn't going to close down." We then found out that the hospital...

  5. Made to Falsify Documentation :(

    Blackcat99 replied to shel_wny's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Get over yourselves? Huh? I'm just a reporter here telling what happened at my old LTC. I think that it nice that you got a promotion instead of getting fired. I think it is more likely in most LTC's...

  6. I was reported by the social worker.........

    Blackcat99 replied to Vonique's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    LTC is a no-win situation. In LTC, you always have "an audience." There is no escape. At my last LTC, the housekeeper always seemed to be watching my every move!!! I am so glad to be doing private...

  7. Made to Falsify Documentation :(

    Blackcat99 replied to shel_wny's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is an old thread. I am so glad that I no longer work LTC. There were a few nurses at that LTC who refused to lie . When they refused to lie about doing treatments etc. they were all

  8. Medical Insurance for RN's, LPN's, CNA's

    Blackcat99 replied to GoNightingale's topic in Private Duty

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  9. Is FL new grad friendly?

    Blackcat99 replied to lisa.4's topic in Florida Nursing

    Sorry but it seems that all the nursing ads in my area of Florida want experienced nurses. I haven't seen any ads that say "New Grads

  10. Still no job and no experience?

    Blackcat99 replied to chiuli's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I sure feel sorry for all of the new nurses who cannot find jobs. What about the Peace Corps or some kind of volunteer work overseas? Do these volunteer jobs overseas accept new nurses without...

  11. do you have Private Health Insurance??

    Blackcat99 replied to Trubie's topic in General Nursing

    $588 per pay period!!!! :eek:Yikes. I would definately check into finding more affordable insurance. That's

  12. Smart Nurse vs. Dumb Pharmacy, Round One. DING! | Life of a Nurse

    Blackcat99 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    I have proof that no good deed goes unpunished. I will never forget the day that I went to hang up an IV antibiotic for a LTC patient. I noticed that there was no dose for the next shift. So I...

  13. Out of state new grad RN considering WA

    Blackcat99 replied to Kodakgee's topic in Washington Nursing

    I use to live in Washington state. There were always ads for LTC nurses in eastern WA. I always saw ads for Life care centers. There is a Life care center of Kennewick,WA. There was also a Life care...

  14. Do you believe in life after death?

    Blackcat99 replied to Piecukonis's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Yes, I believe in life after death. When I worked in Hospice, I remember the look in the patient's eyes at the time of death. I remember this one lady specifically who had a very pleasant and very...

  15. RN told she will now get LPN wages

    Blackcat99 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Private Duty

    Update: The RN was suppose to be leaving this job at the end of October. Mom told me today that the RN has decided to not leave after all. Mom said that the RN has now agreed to stay and that she...

  16. Life care centers of America?

    Blackcat99 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    There seems to be a lot of nursing homes called Life Care center of whatever town you live in. The ones here in my town do not have a very good reputation. Please give me your opinion of the life care...

  17. In a very bad spot

    Blackcat99 replied to Woundcare72's topic in Nursing Career

    I am sorry to hear about this awful situation. Yes, I think a lawyer would be a very good idea. Yes, unfortunately in today's world you never know when someone is going to turn against you and make up...

  18. Relocation guidance/advice

    Blackcat99 replied to SashaO's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, SLC is very nice. However, before you move make sure you can find housing that allows pets. So how are things in SLC now? Is it still hard to find places that allow pets? If you have pets do you...

  19. Relocation guidance/advice

    Blackcat99 replied to SashaO's topic in General Nursing

    I tried to relocate to SLC, Utah in 1999. I tried and tried to find an apt. that would allow me to have my 2 cats with me. I was not able to find a place that would allow pets so I cancelled my move...

  20. decision, quit after 30yrs & ride Harley for ever (oof which $ able) only 54(rs

    Blackcat99 replied to huberusone's topic in General Nursing

    Wow!!!! I am so jealous!!!!! Go for it. Exactly how much money do you have saved up? Would it be possible for you to take me with you?

  21. Nurses in their 60's or 70's

    Blackcat99 replied to Otessa's topic in General Nursing

    Have seen nurses in this age group at both LTC and private duty home care. I would never ever recommend LTC to anyone no matter what the age. I do recommend private duty home care. Of course, if you...

  22. Foster parent for medically fragile child

    Blackcat99 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Private Duty

    Thanks elkpark. Wow. So they use to pack the kids in like sardines!!!! I can't even imagine 6-7 sets of bunk beds in a single room!!!! Those poor children. Yes, I have heard that there is a lot of...

  23. Foster parent for medically fragile child

    Blackcat99 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Private Duty

    Thanks Elkpark and Ventmommy. Thanks so much for explaining exactly how the system works. I can understand why children with psych and or medical problems receive more money than regular foster care....

  24. Foster parent for medically fragile child

    Blackcat99 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Private Duty

    Thanks Kyasi. So it depends on which state you are in. In your state, they get a good stipend and they get a nurse for 13 hours a day 7 days a week!!!! Wow. I guess some people don't want to have...

  25. Foster parent for medically fragile child

    Blackcat99 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Private Duty

    Thanks tothepointeLVN. I think you are right. Yes, that CNA is probably being paid to be the medical caregiver. I had been thinking that she was getting a lot of money plus was being provided with...