PurpleLVN

PurpleLVN

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  1. Ever encountered biased teachers in nsg school?

    PurpleLVN replied to bowser301's topic in General Nursing

    Been there, done that, graduated, moved on and am the best damn nurse in Texas!! Seriously, I've worked with a few doctors, nurses, and family members with that same terrible, demeaning attitude which...

  2. Didnt make it into Baptist RN program so trying for LVN

    PurpleLVN replied to ladybugme!'s topic in General Nursing

    My tech-college didn't require a grade point average to be accepted into the program but we had to make and maintain an 80 or above on EACH test in EACH subject or fail and have to start all over...

  3. Poor spelling in charting

    PurpleLVN replied to nrsman1's topic in General Nursing

    Don't be so hard on yourself on this small issue - you've realized and you've caught the problem early. Spelling seems to be a problem with many people-nurses included. Have you seem some of the posts...

  4. Disgusted!

    PurpleLVN replied to rawrn's topic in General Nursing

    Hi rawrn-Are there not other hospitals in your area that you can apply to? It seems to me you are spending too much effort at one facility when there may be others that you can work for , build up...

  5. Ever have a patient have a crush on you?

    PurpleLVN replied to californiaRNstudent's topic in General Nursing

    Sure, all the time. I work in radiation oncology with majority prostate patients. They're older and I guess are trying to reassure themselves that they're still manly!!!:cheers: So, I:D guess not a...

  6. Role of nurse during fire and disaster

    PurpleLVN replied to me33's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a clinic but I must have someone notify 911, make patients aware of the fire-calmly direct the ambulatory patients outside and away from the building, assist in transporting non-ambulatory...

  7. LPN's- what else is there besides LTC??

    PurpleLVN replied to Sarahtonin's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well, I got my LPN license in Louisiana and I started in LTC and found my way to a Neurology clinic-which I loved. Then had to move to Texas, became an LVN and I've worked in an allergy,asthma &...

  8. Question about LPN to RN program in Dallas area

    PurpleLVN replied to sweetlady10's topic in LPN to RN

    Hi sweetlady 10-There are several programs in the Dallas area. I just attended a session at Dallas Nursing Institute last night-and I am seriously considering this one. Not tough to get in-the first...

  9. Pround to be an ADN!!

    PurpleLVN replied to Tait's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    That's me, ADN bound!!! I'm scared, nervous, excited and proud all wrapped into one!!! Wish me

  10. Just passed boards, but graduated 3years ago!!!

    PurpleLVN replied to xLovelyMakeupx's topic in General Nursing

    ita with midwest4me-ltc is not slower-paced....i worked 3-11 on both an alzheimer's hall and "regular" hall and the work never ended!:redpinkhe but try to take a refresher course!! congrats and good...

  11. About to start Oncology class

    PurpleLVN replied to aeonflux40's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats on going after your dream!!:yeah:Good

  12. Former LPN wanting to be a PCA

    PurpleLVN replied to CherokeeChick's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It sounds to me you may be more interested in being a PCA. You spend the entire shift with one patient, do total patient care, brief charting every hour, no direct supervision, less stress, etc. B/C...

  13. My DON is a Gem!

    PurpleLVN replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The great thing is that although you're an RN, you're extending a helping hand and you're also getting help back. It will get better!!! Once you get your groove, it'll be even better!! Kudos to the...

  14. Former LPN wanting to be a PCA

    PurpleLVN replied to CherokeeChick's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    So, let me get this straight. The only thing you disliked about being an LVN was the paperwork? Because the CNA's and PCA's that I know handle a large patient load, work long, back-breaking hours and...

  15. Supportive Significant Other!!

    PurpleLVN replied to lina.561's topic in General Nursing

    This is a great start!! These programs are to help you until you can help yourself-which is exactly what you are doing. Look for housing benefits-they're out there and just do it. I'm praying for you...

  16. Supportive Significant Other!!

    PurpleLVN replied to lina.561's topic in General Nursing

    Oh H*@* no!! You didn't include all that in your original post! You have got to go-it will not improve. He's older than you, divorced and has kids-one that lives with you. He's got you where he wants...

  17. Supportive Significant Other!!

    PurpleLVN replied to lina.561's topic in General Nursing

    ITA with all the previous posts. Nursing school is hard enough...non-stop studying, constant stress, long, hard hours, blood, sweat, tears, etc. And to have the extra stress of a caveman at home!! The...

  18. IV drip rates

    PurpleLVN replied to vickieegrove's topic in General Nursing

    This may be true in the "real" world of nursing but I've had my share of gtts/min drip rates in LVN school. :imbar Sorry, just had a

  19. Would you take the flu shot?

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

    Yes I will get both the seasonal and H1N1, as well as my daughter. I wish my job would provide them but they're not. Tips for the flu shot-take pain reliever prior to shot and afterward prn, get the...

  20. How is the economy effecting your job?

    PurpleLVN replied to Mrs leese's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, our nursing instructor told us(in 2001) that LPN/LVN's would probably be phased out. She highly doubted it, but I've kept that in the back of my mind all these years. That's why I'm taking...

  21. Unique job for new grad...

    PurpleLVN replied to LuxCalidaNP's topic in General Nursing

    GO FOR IT:yeah:!!!!!!!! If I had the experience-1 1/2 years in Nicaragua with docs and nurses and being bilingual-you couldn't keep me away. That is my true dream in nursing-to help the less fortunate...