Leelee2

Leelee2

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  1. How do you handle the smells and control your gag reflex?

    Leelee2 replied to MiahMSN's topic in General Nursing

    Vicks. A small amount under your nose. I always carry this in my nursing

  2. Update on LTC job and I am still stressed and annoyed

    Leelee2 replied to namazonian's topic in General Nursing

    In times like these it pays to remember that you can (eventually) get another job. Your license is not as easy to replace if suspended. This place sounds like an absolute nightmare in

  3. What do you fear most on the job?

    Leelee2 replied to tiroka03's topic in General Nursing

    Serious Eye

  4. Student Loan Defaulters ONLY

    Leelee2 replied to Spode's topic in General Nursing

    1. Not very "smily" 2. Not very

  5. When was the last time higher management gave you a sincere Thank you.

    Leelee2 replied to tobesmartt's topic in General Nursing

    My former DON gained a lot of respect very quickly. If we were short, and agency wasn't available, she would grap a cart and start med passing...at 8 months pregnant!! (in LTC) She was great to work...

  6. DON?

    Leelee2 replied to Medsport's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I once took a job as facility manager for a RCAC/assisted living. Hours were somewhat flexible, pay was ok...salary though, and I ended up putting in about 70 hours a week (seriously) I was on call...

  7. Write up/ disciplinary action

    Leelee2 replied to Rk222's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My guess is that it is an intimidation tactic. They don't like paying you the overtime. I have worked plenty of overtime, and haven't ever got a write up for it. Is this long term care?? are you...

  8. Lpn no more?

    Leelee2 replied to Sheila1982's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Been hearing this in the midwest for over 25 years now. Still plenty of LPN positions here!! In fact, here they are using LPN's in Med Surg now b/c it is cheaper to hire LPN's, also plenty of...

  9. Student Loan Defaulters ONLY

    Leelee2 replied to Spode's topic in General Nursing

    Call and discuss the option of forebearance, my bank has worked with me and have been great about

  10. Terminate me?

    Leelee2 replied to Rocknroll13's topic in General Nursing

    I would contact an attorney in your current state. I can't understand how they hired you without checking the validity of your nursing

  11. About waiting list...Help!

    Leelee2 replied to LeahP's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No wait list at 4 year universities here in the midwest. However, some universities have some tough admission

  12. Doctors office job..think I made a mistake...

    Leelee2 replied to Marshall1's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    My advice is to be careful what you wish for. Hospital nursing isn't the dream job either. However, if you are looking for a faster paced environment, and really want a job at this hospital and...

  13. What are some of the dumbest things you've seen or heard from another nurse at work

    Leelee2 replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Dumbest thing I ever did as a brand new CNA years ago. First trach patient I had seen. Stood at foot of bed discussing something with a co-worker, patient coughed up thick...ugh!! It got in my hair....

  14. Is nursing a good career?!

    Leelee2 replied to Mrs. Sparkle Pants's topic in General Nursing

    Is nursing a good career? IMO, it Used to be a good career choice, like 15-20 years ago. Before corporate greed became excessive and affected how healthcare is delivered in a negative

  15. LPN Leaving LTC for Clinic Position

    Leelee2 replied to Finallydidit's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Thanks for that reply, I also found the description of the pro's and con's

  16. Sorry, Milwaukee nurses and patients

    Leelee2 replied to UnionRN2's topic in General Nursing

    ""Taylor currently earns $735,273 a year with benefits and other compensation included, according to Genesys’ 2008 tax exemption form. Other tax records state that his predecessor in Milwaukee made...

  17. RN assigned as a CNA

    Leelee2 replied to myree72's topic in General Nursing

    As a nurse, as a health care professional, you go where are needed, if competent to work on that unit. That is just part of nursing. As an LPN, I have worked as a CNA many

  18. Me thinks me has been blacklisted....

    Leelee2 replied to CathyLew's topic in General Nursing

    How do these people in HR sleep at

  19. Me thinks me has been blacklisted....

    Leelee2 replied to CathyLew's topic in General Nursing

    I am really sorry that this has happened to you. That sucks. Seems there is no real loyalty with companies anymore, and that seems to include nursing. You will find a new job, cut this employer loose...

  20. HELP! Social question-over the line?

    Leelee2 replied to jlove1821's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Since you are on maternity leave, and not currently working I don't see an issue with having this friend stay with you for a few days. What would you be in trouble

  21. Stress Relief after a BAD shift?

    Leelee2 replied to JStollRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Talking a long walk in the woods Spending time with my pet Cranking up the music Hot Shower and then sitting in my human touch Massage chair, best purchase

  22. Nurse: 'I was fired for refusing flu shot'

    Leelee2 replied to DesertRN2's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Hospitals that are making injections of any kind mandatory, should be required to inform potential employees of that mandate in the 1st interview. Please don't waste my time, I am not interested in...

  23. People in healthcare should speak Spanish, she said

    Leelee2 replied to Paulie G's topic in General Nursing

    I think as any other American citizen, healthcare workers should have a choice in what languages they have an interest in studying, if any!! I do not intend to ever learn to speak Spanish, simply...

  24. Are there any good LTC's out there??

    Leelee2 replied to JLForever's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My best LTC experience was with Genesis Health, they were great to work for. Decent ratio, good management, and a selective admissions

  25. Just started my first nursing job in LTC and it is killing me!!!

    Leelee2 replied to namazonian's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry that you have found yourself in this position. I have been there. Unfortuantely, the stress of the environment no doubt contributed to my now chronic autoimmune condition. SO NOT...