MedChica

MedChica

Psych, LTC/SNF, Rehab, Corrections

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  1. Could my license be at risk?

    MedChica replied to imaLvn2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sounds like a good deal, in my opinion. Think of it this way: We've all gotta start somewhere. You can say that you've experience with insulin and b/s management. You get to work on your assessment...

  2. Frustrated because I know it's important to think like a nurse, but I don't know how.

    MedChica replied to Guest11/16/14's topic in General Students

    For one, I'm not a traditional note-taker. I never did much group study. If you do, it might help to keep the group small. Like, 1-3 people. I'd just sit there and listen to the lectures. I'd make...

  3. Who Hires Newly Licensed LPN's?

    MedChica replied to veemveem's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    LTC/SNF, (some)HH, hospice and LTACs. That's your arena. Corrections, too. I have 3 friends that went that route. Psych as well...but, unless it's an LTC type setting? For instance, if it's we're...

  4. Disabling feeling of failure- please help!

    MedChica replied to gabriellegoss's topic in General Students

    Well, you're talking to people and seem to have a support system. This is good. Do you take time away from your studies? How's your social life? Contrary to popular belief, it's possible to...

  5. Fourth attempt, failed! But still thankful!

    MedChica replied to mzmae's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Both, I'd say. When you do questions, you're reviewing content. I mean - you should be or what's the point of doing a butt-load of quizzes? I've read people on here say, 'Oh, I do 500-1000...

  6. I didnt do so good in highschool

    MedChica replied to keya86tiff's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No one cares what you did in high-school 6 months after graduating from it. In the meantime, you have a 3.8 gpa on college-level courses. That trumps whatever you didn't do in high-school. If anything...

  7. Should I ask to switch or would I just be whining?

    MedChica replied to pnkgirl25's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'd split the project into 6 assignments to equally distribute the work. I'd do my section. Set clear deadline/due dates... and when it came time to present the project? Let those who...

  8. Critical Thinking

    MedChica replied to Manofstone's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't agree with letting everything fall by the wayside until you're certain that Patient A's not having a heart attack. Time management is key. Get a system or you'll drown. I don't see an issue...

  9. Stethoscope Engraving

    MedChica replied to HelloooRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I don't see the big deal. If you want to put a smiley on it? Put a smiley on it. Have you see some of these nurse badge holders, i.e., ladybugs and frogs and Betty Boop and such, etc...? Yes, I do...

  10. Clinicals - I hate them!

    MedChica replied to MTmomofsix's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Eh, no one likes clinicals. I disliked clinicals. We were just 'the help'. Like, seriously...LOL Subjective grading? Don't know what that is. You shouldn't really judge your potential as a nurse...

  11. Attention All Nurses....

    MedChica replied to combsj25's topic in General Nursing

    I feel like I contribute on a daily basis. We, at my facility, are taking care of our nation's elders and mentally ill. Nursing is hard but there's honor in our work. We care for them. We care about...

  12. Cuticle picking?

    MedChica replied to jennylee01's topic in General Nursing

    I have the same issue. I used to keep acrylics on for the same reason as well. I haven't had my nails done since before nursing school while doing aide work. I was never one for manicures. I...

  13. Thank You

    MedChica replied to TheBlackDogWaits's topic in General Nursing

    I have two opinions: 1. I understand feeling picked at. Some people on this board (I can't say how many) actually DO have a problem with nursing students and... *ahem*...uh, new nurses? LOL But...

  14. Mental health nurses and wound care. Need for training?

    MedChica replied to 22kelsey22's topic in Psychiatric

    Do you find yourself doing much wound care as a psych nurse? BY "wound" I mean, pressure ulcers, self-harm, abscesses, lacerations, burns, foot ulcerations, etc. - We perform lots of wound care. We...

  15. nurses, have you ever felt the psychs are overprescribing?

    MedChica replied to thekid's topic in Psychiatric

    Our residents aren't on a lot of meds. The bulk of it's supplements, to be honest. ...and it's not like no one has a say-so. If you question the med, contact the provider. The hard thing about it,...

  16. Acute Psych Unit

    MedChica replied to Angeljho's topic in Psychiatric

    Some techs don't really understand. Our aides are like that. They just want us to medicate them all...LOL 'Give them some ativan...something!" You just have to explain things to them. That's how it...

  17. Retirement in the nursing field.

    MedChica replied to A.B.123's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What 'issue'? 60 isn't old...and I have 2 aunts that are nursing and in their 70's. My charge is in her 70's, too. If a nurse can perform the job, why would you pull them off the floor? You need to...

  18. Speaking About Nurses Who Moonlight As Dancers

    MedChica replied to DoGoodThenGo's topic in Nursing News

    I couldn't care less. in fact, if I could lose my nursing school weight...I'd be serving drinks in a gentleman's club near you (I was a waitress for a time. Pole-dancing is fun - and great exercise -...

  19. What if we had to tell the real truth when asked about our weaknesses?

    MedChica replied to RNperdiem's topic in General Nursing

    LOL That is funny. Weakness: - Expect me to find a way to not attend staff meetings, i.e., organized b--ch sessions. - I can supervise. Doesn't mean I like to. The whole supervisory aspect of...

  20. How to survive 16h shifts...

    MedChica replied to lydzMtl's topic in Nursing Career

    - I must begin the shift with Starbucks. - Good supportive socks/stocking are a must. - Make sure to eat healthy. You'll start to drag and the vending machines are your worst enemy. - A good crew of...

  21. Munchausen by Internet: The Lying Disease that Preys on the Heart

    MedChica replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    I didn't know what to make of that football guy and his drama. Now the catfisher behind it all was a man? This whole 'catfish' situation is very new to me. I find it beyond weird that someone would...

  22. Newbie to the site!!

    MedChica replied to belladawnnn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'd second THECOMMUTER'S advice. Go VA or the military medical commands. Do you know of anyone in the hospital? It matters...way more than in civilian world. I had a slot pretty much promised to...

  23. Everything is down hill

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

    ^^^ Depends on the area. Texas is a big state. Texas nurses with EXPERIENCE have the option of switching jobs. Few new nurses can do this. I'm in San Antonio. The nursing homes down here aren't...

  24. Why do some people choose to help others in need?

    MedChica replied to RainyDayParade22's topic in General Nursing

    I wanted a job where I could help others in need. Healthcare is all that I've ever done. I wanted to do something that mattered. At this time, well - I'm still proud to be a nurse but the reality of...

  25. It makes me nervous...

    MedChica replied to Kdrenee's topic in Texas Nursing

    I don't think you should have many problems. You have home-field advantage. You can say THAT