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  1. Long Term Care Inservices

    itsmejuli replied to BackfromRetirement's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Videotaping would be ideal for those of us who work only weekends and have other commitments during weekdays at

  2. Please be honest!

    itsmejuli replied to kalinka's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a new LPN working in LTC. This is the best job I've had in my life because every shift that I work I make a difference in somebody's life. In fact, I make a difference in close to 30 people's...

  3. What is the purpose of requiring white shoes?

    itsmejuli replied to NurseBanana's topic in General Nursing

    Taking pride in your appearance is the first step in acting professional no matter what your job. When I was in bootcamp for the military we had to "spit polish" our black boots. They got so shiny...

  4. First injection

    itsmejuli replied to VMSR's topic in General Students

    I got over my anxiety of giving shots during the H1N1 vaccination campaign. I gave hundreds of them to adults and kids. When I first started my job I was anxious about giving insulin; that soon...

  5. In dillema

    itsmejuli replied to jenna84's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in school I didn't like any of the rotations we did during clinicals and wondered if I'd like nursing at all. When I started working in LTC, I found my niche. I enjoy caring for my mix of...

  6. Residents

    itsmejuli replied to Forever Sunshine's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    One of my fav residents is a Parkinson's man, he has great difficulty moving and has no facial expressions. He can talk,, but you have to listen carefully. He's a very proud man and a pleasure to care...

  7. Finding NS Graduation Rates

    itsmejuli replied to Donald11's topic in General Students

    I'd be more interested in the NCLEX pass

  8. How do you manage to be healthy with 12 hr shifts?

    itsmejuli replied to Work in Progress's topic in General Nursing

    I work ( I should say run) 12 hour days shifts on the weekends. I barely have time to eat. I pack cottage cheese and pineapple, lots of veggies, and a few low cal snacks to get me through the day. I...

  9. What do you wish you were told on the first day?

    itsmejuli replied to AOx1's topic in General Students

    Work your butt off in school, study from an NCLEX book for exams and start networking early to find a job at

  10. How does one write up LVN ?

    itsmejuli replied to newsupernurse's topic in General Nursing

    If your attitude at work is anything like these posts then its no wonder you're having problems with

  11. Newbie LTC RN with a dumb question re: Charge Nurse

    itsmejuli replied to nycNurse2b's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    At my facility the charge nurse on weekend day shift is an RN, I wouldn't want her

  12. Graduate RN--How do I work abroad? Any info needed!

    itsmejuli replied to whiteoleander5's topic in Immigration Advice

    From what I've read on the International Forum, both the US and Canada are not actively recruiting nurses from overseas. The International Forum has the answers you're both looking

  13. Gave My Notice, Now Told it Wasn't Enough

    itsmejuli replied to ChristineN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't get why she's complaining. You gave 2 weeks notice. Why would you have to work the last day of your employment? Makes no sense to me. If it were me, I'd contact HR and the union and discuss...

  14. HELP! I need an LPN to RN bridge program either online or in Orlando Fl area.

    itsmejuli replied to shebabs's topic in LPN to RN

    Take a look at this forum Distance Learning for Nursing - Nursing for Nurses And take a look under the Florida Nursing Programs

  15. How many hours per week do you spend reading your nursing books?

    itsmejuli replied to moonredlife's topic in General Students

    I skim the required reading material before lecture. During lecture I highlight or tab important information in the textbook as well as take notes. Then I rewrite my notes and include the page numbers...

  16. Canadian LPN soon to be grad wanting to work in FL

    itsmejuli replied to CDNGURL's topic in Florida Nursing

    First, what is your status in the US? Are you eligible to work here? Second, take a look at the FL BON Board Overview - Florida Board of Nursing - Board Overview to find out the steps needed to get...

  17. Working as lpn while doing adn program?

    itsmejuli replied to peas&carrots's topic in LPN to RN

    I got my LPN license in Oct 09. It took several months for me to find a job, luckily I found a weekend Baylor 7a to 7p position in an LTC. I start the LPN-RN program in August.

  18. Tidbits, facts, save-your-butts...for new nurses in LTC

    itsmejuli replied to CharleeJo.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Time Management and organization: I work 7a to 7p on the weekends. The first thing I do after handover is go through the treatment record and write down all my treatments for the day. Then I check the...

  19. US RN New Graduate wants to move to CANADA

    itsmejuli replied to mrmac-cheeso's topic in International Nursing

    I'm always surprised by people who think that life is better in the US than Canada. I'm looking forward to returning to Alberta, although its going to take me another 2 years. The only thing I'll miss...

  20. Need hurricane/tornado advice

    itsmejuli replied to Blackcat99's topic in Florida Nursing

    I live in Pinellas county, in a non-evacuation zone :) Check out this link Ready.gov:

  21. Am I as crazy as everyone thinks I am?

    itsmejuli replied to Work in Progress's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I don't think you're crazy. You are the only one that knows what you know and you have your own comfort level. Go for it! I bet you'll do well and pass

  22. Calculation problem

    itsmejuli replied to fostersgirl6993's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The order is to put the 2 grams into 1000 cc of IV fluid but your IV fluid bags contain 500cc. So you're going to have to divide the 2 grams of Thiamine between the two 500 cc bags. I gather that the...

  23. I want to be a nurse, and I have no clue how!

    itsmejuli replied to xxHarleywood's topic in Nursing Career

    You start by finding a college that has a nursing program. Then you go to the academic adviser at the college to find out where to

  24. Nyc, USA RN working in Vancouver, Canada

    itsmejuli replied to chameleon's topic in International Nursing

    I'm a Canadian citizen living in FL with a FL PN license. I want to go to Alberta. I received the Alberta LPN application and figured out that I don't have enough education to meet Alberta LPN...

  25. I need help deciding on a school and a Program.

    itsmejuli replied to willvnyc's topic in General Students

    If nursing is not your goal then why go into it? There is a shortage of new grad LPN and RN jobs. You could do a CNA certification course and have an easier time finding a job. Good luck on the GRE