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  1. November 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    andreasmom02 replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    We just finished medical school, now make with the awesome tat work to commemorate

  2. What was your first LPN job?l

    andreasmom02 replied to HoneyLPNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I prepared for my boards by studying my LPN textbook, NCLEX practice books, and internet LPN questions. I passed first time thank God! My first job was at a local nursing home, quit after 3 or 4...

  3. I am scared to do CPR

    andreasmom02 replied to Luna1326's topic in General Nursing

    Glad you're feeling a little better! Definitely watch CPR videos, & check with local American heart association approved CPR instructors to see if they're willing to work with you one on one......

  4. I am scared to do CPR

    andreasmom02 replied to Luna1326's topic in General Nursing

    Is there anyone at your workplace that teaches CPR annually? Maybe you could schedule a one on one training with them to brush up on it, and asked questions! Have you checked the American heart...

  5. October 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    andreasmom02 replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Dr. Allen, you really need to stop working such long hours! You're looking a bit green in the

  6. Has anybody ever heard or worked for Summit Health???

    andreasmom02 replied to nursekaitlinlpn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've been with them since this past January. My only complaint is most of the clinic sites aren't close to my house. I have to drive kind of far to get to the sites, so I'm not getting near as much...

  7. Has anyone else quit nursing for these reasons?

    andreasmom02 replied to CynthiaG's topic in Retired Nurses

    I totally understand where you're coming from... In high school I wanted to be an English teacher. Sometimes I wish I had just followed that dream. Sometimes I dream of switching careers to dental...

  8. Trying to get back into the hospital after staying home with the kids.

    andreasmom02 replied to sarahaldean's topic in Retired Nurses

    I hate to say it but you're right in a lot of ways... Unfortunately, there is a lot f bullying in nursing. New nurses are rarely welcomed, especially pretty or smart ones who have much to

  9. Trying to get back into the hospital after staying home with the kids.

    andreasmom02 replied to sarahaldean's topic in Retired Nurses

    Have you tried applying at any clinics? Or doing flu shots or health screenings? Just to kind of get some nursing experience again... I am in a similar situation. I got my LPN license in '08, but have...

  10. October 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    andreasmom02 replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Wow Rachel, these college Halloween parties get wilder every year! This poor guy was brought in dressed as Frankenstein, with a toilet seat stuck on his head, & a beer sticking out of each ear!...

  11. The oddest question ever asked on Allnurses!

    andreasmom02 replied to CaliBoy760's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I used to be a cosmetologist too! I am also an LPN now. However, I keep both of my licenses current, so I'm afraid I can't answer your question. I hate doing hair, but keep my license active as a...

  12. Is there really a future for new LPN's??

    andreasmom02 replied to Sharls237's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I know a lady who is an RN-BSN, who has been looking for a clinic setting job. I'm an LPN. She & I were talking the other day, and she said she has had a hard time finding employment as an RN-BSN...

  13. Have you made a mistake as s nurse?

    andreasmom02 replied to nursesrockk's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am so sorry this happened to you.... I agree with xoemmylouox. I would contact your malpractice carrier and get further counseling from them if I were in your

  14. I need advice

    andreasmom02 replied to rubevicious's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I felt the exact same way when I got my LPN license. My advice is get a job, and jump in to work! You'll learn a lot on the job anyway. Nobody knew it all the first day! Maybe try something in a...

  15. Where to find a job with a provisional RN license in VA

    andreasmom02 replied to RN-DC's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You may want to contact the VA State board of nursing for your questions. They may be able to tell you more. I live in Virginia as well, but am an LPN. I usually go to their website and email them...

  16. August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    andreasmom02 replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    I see you have your coffee, but just where is my large cappuccino I asked you to get Dr. Roberts?! No cappuccino, no running my butt off for you for 12

  17. What do you think of 12 hour shifts?

    andreasmom02 replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    I don't like them myself. I did them in nursing school & was exhausted after them. I'm more of a 9am -5 pm clinic type nurse. I think they can be dangerous as well. About 2 years ago, a 28 year...

  18. August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    andreasmom02 replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    I know you just pulled 12 hours John... But are you sure you put coffee in your mug this morning, and not nurse Becky's homemade "Hot Tamale stew" from the break room?! Smells a bit spicy to

  19. ENT/Allergy Nursing - what is it like?

    andreasmom02 replied to Cehurstrn's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I've been interested in allergy nursing for a while now too! Thanks for the info

  20. Old nurse, New BSN, MED ERROR

    andreasmom02 replied to marace's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for sharing your story. Try not to beat yourself up over it anymore. Thankfully the pt. wasn't hurt, & we're all human. My late Godmother who was an LPN, once told a story about working...

  21. took nclex pn

    andreasmom02 replied to mmichel89's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck, hope you pass! I fortunately passed the first time I took mine. Mine shut off at 75 questions, and I just knew I had failed, but to my surprise I passed! The NCLEX-PN is nerve

  22. New LPN and just got my first job!!! Terrified....

    andreasmom02 replied to BabybirdGanz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Nobody knew it all the first day! If you need help, ask for help! :) It's normal to be nervous with any new job. I got my LPN in '08, and am starting a new job assignment tomorrow. Any time I start a...

  23. With No Medical Training And Full-time Worker, Where Should I Start?

    andreasmom02 replied to beachcutie0808's topic in General Nursing

    Any local colleges near you? Try talking to some local college advisors about your career path goals... Many local colleges offer online courses. I'm an LPN taking some online classes at my local...

  24. Need a pick me up & to vent

    andreasmom02 replied to RaleighNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Don't let them get you down hun... If they have to belittle you, it's probably because they have low self esteem themselves. You are all NURSES, & trying to make you feel beneath them, is...

  25. How was your day?

    andreasmom02 replied to notmanydaysoff's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Glad you had a good day... The last urgent care I worked in there was one doctor, one NP, and three nurses. We saw an average of 100 pts. a day in a ten hour shift! I worked there three shifts &...