litlgrn

I am writing in to say that I have just completed my first one year of service at a LTC facility. It is a difficult job and I made it...after a year of service I am officially in my CSEA union. This means that I am open to all the benefits that they ...

I am working as a 3-11 charge nurse at a county run facility and it is being sold to a private firm. I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with this type of change. What to expect? My employers are tight lipped about it all. I've heard tha...

6 weeks!

Thank you for your response. It is hard to wait and see. Probably the best advice!

I am a male, full-time LPN, charge at a LTC facility.3-11:15pm. I have 16 years of homecare experience and have been working since Jan 12 at the LTC. My problem is this; I have a 17 month old son, who has Down's Syndrome. My son has ear infections f...

I was given 6 weeks of orientation where I work. They signed me off when all my skills were in place and I learned the facilities procedures. I think I'm fortunate I got the support I needed. It is a hard job!

I am new to being a charge nurse in a LTC facility. I work 3-11. My unit has 30 patients and I'm responsible for their meds and treatments as well. It was 6 weeks of orientation and I am through that gauntlet and on my own now. It is a hard job to le...

Get your npi number and have a private practice as an Rn. Work in homeecare and do the billing yourself. Its alot of work and very rewarding as well.

Yes; many nurses have day jobs and have hobbies as well. I have been an LPN in home care for many years and continue to play drums and sing in a variety band. I use my weekend evenings to play and have fun and work around my personal activities. It k...

I thought to reply to your post. I too am a "sensitive". I've had to leave nursing jobs that were not a good fit for me. Imho; God made you as such, so follow your inner guidance and look for a nursing position that needs your keen skills. The profes...