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  1. 2 weeks notice!!

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

    Woo hoo! Congrats! I pray it's a wonderful job worth staying at for many years! My first LPN job stunk... literally...

  2. I BLEW MY CHANCE !!

    andreasmom02 replied to Bigmaine33's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree. Your honesty was probably best. Plus, if she was that rude, it might not be the best facility to work at. Have you applied other places? I know the economy isn't great, and it's "slim...

  3. New job as wellness screener nurse...

    andreasmom02 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm an LPN. I just got hired on as a subcontractor wellness screener nurse for a company that holds health screenings all over the country. I just signed up for my first event on the company website...

  4. New job as wellness screener nurse...

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

    Sure sandy 6568. You can private message

  5. New job as wellness screener nurse...

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

    Thanks everyone, your comments make me feel

  6. New job as wellness screener nurse...

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

    Thanks, ejm123... I hope

  7. Not a nurse? Then, why does LPN stand for Licensed Practical Nurse?

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

    The best nurses I have ever worked with in nursing school clinicals, and on the floor after I got my LPN license, were LPNs! LPNs have been there done that, aren't afraid to get their hands dirty, and...

  8. Any tips on how to calm my nerves before nclex??

    andreasmom02 replied to pophysis22's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I found an online question study bank for the NCLEX before I took mine in '08. That helped me a lot. I also studied my nursing school books for weeks. When you go in to take the test, wear comfy...

  9. Career change?

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

    UPDATE: OK, maybe the dark cloud is lifting a little over my nursing career, and sunny skies are moving in! lol I got a call today for an interview for a part time nursing job at a clinic about 30...

  10. Career change?

    andreasmom02 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm 32 years old, a wife, & mom of two. I've been an LPN since '08. I can't seem to find a decent LPN job with good pay, and a schedule that works with my home life as a wife/mom. The few jobs...

  11. Career change?

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

    I definitely understand your frustration. I don't know what I'm going to do either. I would love to work full time, but with two kids & home responsibilities, I can't. I'm having no luck finding a...

  12. Career change?

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

    Thanks rick, yeah, maybe I'm just venting! lol I love nursing, but hate that every nursing job I've had has been a stressful enviroment, low pay, & bad hours that don't work with my home life....

  13. Any wellness screener nurses?

    andreasmom02 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi, I've been an LPN since '08, but haven't worked much to be a stay at home mom. I've worked here & there in clinic settings, but am currently not working again to be home with my kids. My...

  14. Any wellness screener nurses?

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

    Hi 1pinknurse. Thanks for your reply. Did you do employee health screenings? Were you able to set your own

  15. Walk-Ins with Chest Pain

    andreasmom02 replied to mama2's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Yes, I agree. I've seen this several times in the clinic setting... It's dangerous as the clinic settings aren't as equipped at handling a heart attack, you have to wait for the ambulance to arrive,...

  16. Dont feel ready for my new LPN job? Help

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

    I've heard many seasoned LPNs tell me... "No nurse knew it all the first day... you'll learn as you go... and you either sink or swim!" Good luck, you'll do

  17. Urgent Care Interview

    andreasmom02 replied to NurseLT07's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Congrats on the interview! I'm an LPN, and worked in an urgent care for a short time a few years ago. My interview at that urgent care was conducted by an LPN nurse supervisor, & an office...

  18. 5th Nursing Caption Contest - Win $100

    andreasmom02 replied to Brian's topic in News, Announcements

    Geez... Haven't these locals ever seen out of town travel nurses before?! I get so sick of locals staring at us

  19. Dermatology

    andreasmom02 posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Any other dermatology LPNs or RNs here? I'm a dermatology LPN looking to find other dermatology nurses on here to compare notes! lol

  20. Are LPN's being phased out?

    andreasmom02 replied to JSlovex2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well, I have to say I've seen us being phased out first hand! I know there are tons of LPN jobs out there, but it seems that MA's are starting to replace us in clinic settings. I actually just gave my...

  21. Shortest amount of time at job?

    andreasmom02 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What is the shortest amount of time some of you have stayed in an LPN position during your careers? I have been at my first LPN job 4 months now, and have already been thinking of leaving to find...

  22. Shortest amount of time at job?

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

    Well, I've decided to give my 2 weeks notice this Thursday. Could use some thoughts & prayers. I know my boss is going to be upset that I'm leaving, but I really don't care. Their negative...

  23. Shortest amount of time at job?

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

    OMG, That's crazy! I wouldn't have taken the job either!

  24. Shortest amount of time at job?

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

    Thanks so much again for everyone's wonderful advice. I know that you are all right. When I leave, I do need to leave on a good note, and plan to do so. I hope to make it there at least 6 mos., but...

  25. Shortest amount of time at job?

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

    Thanks again for the replies. I'll have been there 5 months when I plan on leaving. Should I list this job on future resumes then? My reasons for leaving are under staffed & low pay. I also want...