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    HCC Coleman LVN Fall 2016

    lifelearningrn replied to jnguyen217's topic in General Students

    I'm not sure there is any respect due here at all, if I'm being honest. :) Nursing schools can be very disorganized, just roll with
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    HCC Coleman LVN Fall 2016

    lifelearningrn replied to jnguyen217's topic in General Students

    Are you always this
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    HCC Coleman LVN Fall 2016

    lifelearningrn replied to jnguyen217's topic in General Students

    As far as CPR goes- GO GET IT NOW. You don't have to wait for the school to offer that. There are LOTS of CPR centers in the greater Houston area, you can get it today, if you wish. I'd do that, just...
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    HCC Coleman LVN Fall 2016

    lifelearningrn replied to jnguyen217's topic in General Students

    I think disorganization is part of nursing schools! lol I remember with mine, I couldn't 'schedule' my drug test, I basically had a 7 hour window to go get it done when they said 'go'. I guess that...
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    Failed Nursing School

    lifelearningrn replied to nur_journey's topic in General Students

    Don't give up. Spread your eggs a little and apply to several LPN programs, and ADN programs, if possible. Continue to take classes toward a general degree, because eventually, you'll want the B.S....
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    Hours between shifts

    lifelearningrn replied to purplerose05's topic in PACU

    This sounds like a lawsuit waiting to
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    Am I a bully?

    lifelearningrn replied to haron54's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't know that bully is the right word here. It does sound like your interpersonal skills may be lacking a bit. After 40 years as a nurse, I'm a bit shocked they're not a tad better developed,...
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    Drug urine test after 12 hour shift

    lifelearningrn replied to Kallie3006's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Hindsight is 20/20 for the OP. I've never worried about failing a drug test. I'm thinking the OP wasn't worried about failing the test, confident in her innocence as a non-drug abuser. Now she's got a...
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    Nurse Resigns by Sending 'I Quit' Cake to Her Employer

    lifelearningrn replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in General Nursing

    If I read the story correctly, she resigned the proper way, and the cake was brought in on her last day to say goodbye to all her co-workers.. he 'going away' party
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    MSN--overwhelmed with options

    lifelearningrn replied to BonnieSc's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I love the WGU platform, but l have always worried about how respected (or lack thereof) the degree will be and if it will hurt me rather than help. If I decide to go the education route, I don't want...
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    Hesi

    lifelearningrn replied to Kiki#coco's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    I used the official HESI prep guide (big yellow book) that came with software. I just did all the practice questions on the CD. Read all the rationales for all the questions.. you learn more from the...
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    Hesi

    lifelearningrn replied to Kiki#coco's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Hopefully the admins will move this to the nursing school forum (rather than school nurse) for more replies. I will say that HESI is all about practice, practice, practice. That's how I survived when...
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    Possible adult admit with minor child in tow

    lifelearningrn replied to Monkey Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    The hospital should have a policy and protocols in place for this. When there are demented patients that require 1:1, what do they do? Have a sitter available? The hospital needs to have people...
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    Possible adult admit with minor child in tow

    lifelearningrn replied to Monkey Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    This would be tricky, as some kids are a hot mess, while others would sit quietly watching TV and be a bother to nobody. Working with elementary aged kids, I'd say NO WAY do you take on both sick...
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    Can a nurse get in trouble if....

    lifelearningrn replied to Ariel143's topic in Rehabilitation

    At a sub-acute SNF I worked at, they split the patients into 4 wings, two LTC, one sub-acute skilled, and one "rapid recovery". The LTC wings were always completely filled with residents, as was the...
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    Stanford Rape

    lifelearningrn replied to brandy1017's topic in General Nursing

    I am absolutely sure his lawyer has told him exactly what to say and do as to not incriminate himself. That DOES NOT excuse any of it. He and his parents could have chosen the high road, instead they...
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    Stanford Rape

    lifelearningrn replied to brandy1017's topic in General Nursing

    I don't feel like it's up to me to forgive him or his parents. That right belongs the victim. I feel like if he took responsibility (admits that he is sick and seeks life long therapy/help, and the...
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    Scribe Job

    lifelearningrn replied to SmallTownMNLPN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What exactly is a 'scribe'
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    How was nursing school?

    lifelearningrn replied to Ruth V.'s topic in General Nursing

    I wasn't a fan of nursing school. I felt like most of the instructors were self-righteous bullies. I kept my head low and worked hard to get it over with as soon as I could. I often consider getting...
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    Licensed to Practice Nursing, or not to practice nursing?

    lifelearningrn replied to Broinpgs's topic in Nursing Career

    I know that LPNs have limited opportunities compared to RNs, but I am sure there are positions away from the bedside. Try looking in quality assurance roles, there are also some insurance companies...
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    Falsely Accused

    lifelearningrn replied to Vicky30's topic in Nursing Career

    Get a lawyer, just to be
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    Juvenile restricted records(arrests no convictions or charges) and TBON.

    lifelearningrn replied to tanya_r's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Just because you were picked up by police does not mean you were booked. If you weren't booked, there will be NO record of being arrested. You say you don't remember being finger printed. Were you...
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    I was terminated

    lifelearningrn replied to Sheila063's topic in Nursing Career

    Just be honest. There are a lot of people out there who will appreciate your honesty and give you a chance. You're a nurse with 4 years experience at the same position. That alone speaks volumes, if...
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    Hospital requires you to pass Nclex on first try.

    lifelearningrn replied to Sagegrr's topic in General Nursing

    I think others have answered this. If she gets a job after passing as an RN, I don't think it'll matter how many times she took it (though if a year has gone by and it's her first job, they may...
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    Brigham nurses threaten to strike. Paid $106,000 on average, demand more.

    lifelearningrn replied to RockMay's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    His previous posts indicate he was training for PA and set to graduate. The post also show a very large chip on the shoulder and possible inferiority complex in regards to nurses. If he is not a PA,...