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    What does your nursing career repair bill say about you?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Nursing

    The advice I would give to the Cari at 18 years old, I am 35 now, is related to life choices and relationships with people. I am happy with the path I have taken, I believe it could have been less...
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    Everyone says "don't do it"

    VioletKaliLPN replied to KYnicuRN's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is very dynamic. It is rewarding, stressful, and you will have good days as well as bad days. You will lose a patient unexpectedly, or hold hands with an actively dying hospice patient because...
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    For The Love Of All That Is Holy . . . .

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    This is a HUGE pet peeve of mine. You did not "seen" that, you SAW
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    Superstitious

    VioletKaliLPN replied to fcp4life's topic in General Nursing

    I used the word "Slow" rather than quiet because it is understood to mean the same thing, but easier on the eyes and ears on a forum. BOTH should be refrained from on my
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    Superstitious

    VioletKaliLPN replied to fcp4life's topic in General Nursing

    I do not care who you are, NEVER tell me it is a slow night. NOPE... You better hush up. I am 34 for reference, so young and not considered "old school".
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    Getting around the 18 y.o requirement

    VioletKaliLPN replied to npaar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Certainly, continuing to take science classes would very beneficial. She could earn a normal Bachelor's degree then enroll in an accelerated BSN program, I say this because your description implies a...
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    Being Ordered to Give Whiskey

    VioletKaliLPN replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    This is common in my LTC facility. I have a lady who gets 2 shots of vodka and some OJ at 1600. She is a vietnam vet, bilateral leg amputee, and alert and oriented. QUALITY OF LIFE is vital. If I ever...
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    Cancer Made Me a Better Nurse

    VioletKaliLPN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been a Nurse for five years, I love it. I work in a skilled Nursing facility, and I am a summer camp Nurse. Those are my two loves. Part of my job as a Nurse in a skilled Nursing facility is to...
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    Does it get easier after anatomy class?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Elsa15's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I intend this with love. It becomes more intense in Nursing school. A&P is your foundation, it must be understood. The sheer amount of work is far more in Nursing school. Also, in my program...
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    After mastectomy now what?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Lessstress2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I felt good about lifting at 8 weeks post op. I was seeing a PT though, and taking in 100 grams of protein to ensure good muscle growth and
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    Am I Just Not Smart Enough?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Zenndaya's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A competitive program is going to require an A in all of your science courses. I hate to sound bleak, but I am being honest. You should consider retaking the classes you made a C in. If you cannot...
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    After mastectomy now what?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Lessstress2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am a breast cancer survivor. I was diagnosed 3 weeks shy of my 32nd birthday, and I have zero family history of cancer. I had a double mastectomy along with tissue expander placement. I could not...
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    ITT Tech closing ALL schools nationwide

    VioletKaliLPN replied to klone's topic in Nursing News

    I hate to say it, but ECPI is one of them. 33,000$ for an LPN program. They standards are a lot lower than most programs. Not trying to offend, just giving a
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    Hobbies off duty as a Nurse?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Nursing

    This is my hobby/sport, if you will. I jump out of airplanes. I fly a wingsuit and do RW(relative work). ? I love being a
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    Does this feeling ever go away?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to ps3114's topic in General Nursing

    I would like to add that while the feeling never 100% leaves, it lessens. You may always be overworked, but how you handle it is
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    Deficiencies found on app after passing boards

    VioletKaliLPN replied to californiadreamin797's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    During orientation for Nursing school I recall the director stating that the BON "Knows All". Even charges that are supposedly erased, I forget the term for it now, can be found. Nurses are held to...
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    Does this feeling ever go away?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to ps3114's topic in General Nursing

    Totally normal, and for most it becomes so much less over time. I often feel as if I do not have enough time, but I do my VERY best and genuinely care for my
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    What looks good on a nursing school application?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to SapphireKitten's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you have millions of dollars and want to go to an expensive school of Nursing, then by all means have at it. In my experience no one cares where you went to school, they care that you passed your...
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    Is 32 to late to go to a nursing program ?(ADN)

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Samyong's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I do not intend to be snarky, but I am confused as to why so many 25-35 year old women and men feel "old". I am 34, I have the same energy and zest for life that I did at 20. Perhaps this is because I...
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    Linguistic Pet Peeves

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    When people say they "Seen the article". No, you SAW the
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    Have been told LPN BAD idea

    VioletKaliLPN replied to vspaniel's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am bridging LPN to RN, it is essentially 90% review. Do not enter an LPN program because you are looking for something less demanding, because it is not. I was in school 3-5 days a week, then...
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    Career Change-Charlotte NC

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Aspiring_RN_'s topic in General Nursing

    This is not news to experienced Nurses, but there is no "shortage" of Nurses in most areas. Charlotte area has countless schools churning out new Nurses, for reference. :) I am certainly not...
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    Career Change-Charlotte NC

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Aspiring_RN_'s topic in General Nursing

    I live in Charlotte, Hi :) Choosing Nursing does not guarantee you a job here in Charlotte. Our hospitals only hire New Grads for "New Grad" positions, so if you see an RN listing on CMC or novant, it...
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    Do Nurse Practitioners Assist In "Pulling the Plug"?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to SunshineeStudent's topic in General Nursing

    Since you are not a Nurse, but a student, I will cut you a little slack in my advice. Being a Nurse is to advocate for your patients, to serve their healthcare needs at that time. This is not about...
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    Feeling like you're complicit in the addiction problem...

    VioletKaliLPN replied to ScientistSalarian's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Atl-Murse, BSN. I understand the idea of wanting to help people end their struggle with addiction. I hope this is where you are coming from, a place of love and not judgement....