MedChica

MedChica

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  1. Mandatory overtime and volunteer overtime?

    MedChica replied to Jessmarie002's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Mandatory OT? I don't know that world. Where I work, management would birth live cows in the middle of the facility if we stay 15 minutes

  2. WHat's your plan after RN BSN?

    MedChica replied to MissLUckyRN's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I dont know. I'm an LVN. I start my ADN program in some weeks. After that? I'm BSN-bound. ...and after THAT? I don't know. I haven't explored enough of nursing but I do need an escape route. A...

  3. Advice regarding fluroscopy exposure to patients and staff

    MedChica replied to steph2446's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I used to shoot xrays. It was a while ago but I know good and well that you dont have to hit the fluoro button to move the tower to position. Its not even an issue of prof courtesy. Its radiation...

  4. best place for a new grad to get a job.

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

    Take the PRN. Apply for FT or PRN. Experience is experience. You may have to piece together 5 or 6 months experience before a FT spot opens. Jobs for new nurses? You can do Utilization Review. It's...

  5. Waiting to test....Can I work as a Med Tech?

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

    Are you talking about bring a Med Aide? Yeah, you can play Med Nurse as a GVN. But, you should tell your employer that you're a grad nurse. They may have PRNs or FT shifts available...and if youre...

  6. YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS

    MedChica replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Students

    Oh, you do have an 'A'! I thought you meant that you narrowly missed th 'A' and received a 'B'...which is grounds for a full-on conniption fit as far im concerned.

  7. YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS

    MedChica replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Students

    You've gotta admire the integrity and, honestly, Id likely be the same if I were a teacher. But, im not! So, give the girl the point! Sheesh. LOL You know - the concept of rounding was only...

  8. Background check

    MedChica replied to njlpn421's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    nope. there's a law forum on this board. they can help you

  9. How many patients do you have as an LVN

    MedChica replied to sweetLVN7's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    39 to 46. Depending on census. 2 med aides 5 CNAs if we're lucky. 4

  10. Baylor shift ?

    MedChica replied to Kaligirl02's topic in LPN to RN

    I like having the week off to do 'whatever the hell I want', period. I work Sat-Sun. 7-11p. The funny thing is, everyone but people in nursing thinks this is a cool shift. You'd think I would have...

  11. How Much Is Your Bridge Program?

    MedChica replied to pookyp's topic in LPN to RN

    You've got to look to your own situation and do what's best for you. Hell, there are people attending Chamberlain's expensive a--s RN program but some students are able to get the degree without...

  12. Rural nurses... Advice please. Why am I paying for my BSN (maybe a rant)

    MedChica replied to HHN2472's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with GUTTERCAT. I want a BSN because I want a higher degree. At a time, I felt differently. Having a degree is 'standard' where I grew up but, the truth is, this nursing (or, rather, the...

  13. Need Advice... Nurse stealing non-narcotic medication

    MedChica replied to JSSCELI's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, wow. We divert non-narcs at my facility. None belonging to the residents but the facility? Yeah. What do we give? Tylenol 325mg and 500mg. Ibuprofen 200 mg. Allegra 160 mg. Vit A and C....

  14. Petition for new nurses

    MedChica replied to Just and R.N's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree with the other posters. Meanwhile, who will 'Cry Argentina' for the poor new grad LVN/PNs who can't find work,

  15. You know what is awesome?

    MedChica replied to Do-over's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a compliment monster. I eat things like that up! I like the 'you're so nice' or 'you're a nice nurse' or 'you're purty' comments. Words like that have really pulled me out of some dark moods....

  16. How many LPN's Don't Plan To Pursue the RN Title?

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

    I wouldn't mind staying an LVN. Career mobility isn't an issue. There's plenty to be had in HH, LTC, Hospice, etc.... I suppose people don't take advantage of it because some people stay on the...

  17. Obtaining an LPN position advise

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

    Hmm. Well, I don't know. Do you know of another nurse who might be familiar with your work? Can you find them on facebook or linked in. Many people have a social networking page. Anyway, let...

  18. how much do you make a month? new LPN

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

    Depends on location and specialty and years of experience, I'd say. I just landed a great second job so bear with me. I'm in S.Texas. I'm a year old nurse with a healthcare background. Job 1: LTC...

  19. Looking for the not so typical LPN job

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

    why not an admin position? One of my coworkers goea around interviewing ltcs and such for new residents for placement. I see positions like that on craigslist st times. You could also try Case...

  20. Are most LVN jobs in nursing homes?

    MedChica replied to nicoleh24's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    most lvns get their start in the nursing home. doesn't mean that u can go elsewhere or start elsewhere. I'm at at a year and interviewing with an urgent care clinic on monday. hopefully i get the...

  21. LTC: 3 Strikes I'm OUT???

    MedChica replied to mejajo02's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That's the nursing home, for you. Do you have any certifications? I just hit a year. Maybe a year and 2 months. Recently got my ACLS and IV cert, reworked my resume and was contacted by the...

  22. Why more men are needed

    MedChica replied to DrkCocoMurse215's topic in Men in Nursing

    With more men we would DEFINITELY see an increase in pay. Nurses do stand together but female nurses, imo, seem to fight for everyone but themselves. It's ridiculous. Men tend to be more 'laid...

  23. New RN how to 'manage' CNAs

    MedChica replied to Da-ved's topic in First Year After Licensure

    -- 'Group tasks'? Aides double up to make the floor work more efficient. Some aides work independently (the deeply experienced ones). Some aides pair off with 'work besties' and help each other...

  24. Double Whammy Nursing Shortage???

    MedChica replied to twinmommy+2's topic in General Nursing

    I thought there was a shortage 'of sorts'? my research and my local/state job market has brought me to two conclusions: 1. it's more of a retention issue vs a supply issue 2. rather than address...

  25. First LPN job!!!!

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

    Congrats!