Leelee2

Leelee2

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  1. Staff/Patient Ratio - 30 Patients per Nurse

    Leelee2 replied to Colima's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Totally agree with everything you have said here! It is why I have made the decision to walk away from nursing for good. I used to be able to look the other way on some things. But you are right,...

  2. does anyone regret becoming a nurse?

    Leelee2 replied to CC999's topic in General Nursing

    I also regret becoming an LPN, should have went right away for RN. So many more opportunities, and much more respect. If I knew then, what I know now though, that healthcare is primarily just run...

  3. self employed lpn

    Leelee2 replied to jive shaman's topic in General Nursing

    Quite sure that you will need an RN to provide indirect supervision in my

  4. Nursing Home

    Leelee2 replied to ttpurtee's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the above post. Years ago, tuition reimbursement was more common, not so much in this area anymore. Even when it was in place, you would owe the employer several years (typically 3...

  5. At my boiling point...you are NOT a Nurse...of ANY kind!!!!

    Leelee2 replied to nursehunnie's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Registered Nurse is a protected title in some states. You can be fined quite a bit of money for pretending to be

  6. LPN to RN, thinking of dropping out :(

    Leelee2 replied to Shimmer580's topic in General Nursing

    Is it possible to start a study group with others in your class? We had a group of 4 in a study group, all brought different stengths (and weaknesses) but studying together helped us grasp the info...

  7. Personal attack in progress note from physician

    Leelee2 replied to finchfamily4's topic in General Nursing

    Not enough info or detail to comment

  8. What does "charge nurse" mean to you?

    Leelee2 replied to notjustanurse's topic in General Nursing

    Charge nurse to me means team leader, resource person, IV assist, covers breaks, helps problem solve, avail in event of emegency situation to help with whatever is needed, patient assignments, etc....

  9. not looking "put together"

    Leelee2 replied to Otessa's topic in General Nursing

    I've learned over the years that appearances really do not mean much. There was once an RN who always looked spectacular, hair right from the salon, nails that were french manicure and near perfect,...

  10. 20+ years of nursing, I think I should quit?!!

    Leelee2 replied to Chillax1006's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think that what you are describing, most of the symptoms could be UTI..You were the first shift to note the changes...I wouldn't be so hard on yourself. I also think that the sup. may be being too...

  11. Just Relax?

    Leelee2 replied to canesdukegirl's topic in General Nursing

    I am hoping that the procedure you are saying this about, has no possibilities of any adverse

  12. Post-exposure prophylaxis making me so sick!

    Leelee2 replied to dancin1415's topic in General Nursing

    I just wanted to let you know that i am thinking of you, and praying for you. So sorry you are going thru all of this

  13. Taking a Pay Cut To Get Out of Nursing

    Leelee2 replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

    Happiness is more important than $. When you spend half of your life at work, being happy at least part of that time is important

  14. I FEEL LIKE I'VE MADE AN ABSOLUTE MISTAKE BECOMING AN LVN! I regret doing this!

    Leelee2 replied to luckystudentnurseRN's topic in California Nursing

    Are you following up on each of those applications? Submit some resumes to places that are not currently looking, eventually they will be, and you may get a foot in the door that way. You may also...

  15. Did you ever see a patient taking two laxative at the same time

    Leelee2 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, quite often

  16. Refusing unsafe workload?

    Leelee2 replied to Ginger80's topic in General Nursing

    I give you credit for sticking up for yourself and the residents there. 165 patients to one staff is Insane. The most I have ever had on a NOC shift in LTC is 60! What state do you work

  17. Would you have reported this med error?

    Leelee2 replied to IowaLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Is it possible that they took the Pepcid out of

  18. I never want to hear those words from you again

    Leelee2 replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    "I don't want to hear those words from you again..." okay, first of all the sentence is demeaning, and has a scolding feel to it...Staffing is the Biggest issue in LTC! I don't blame the staff that...

  19. Are LVNs having hard time finding jobs?

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

    Depending where you live, there are still LPN jobs available. Just not quite as abundant as they were just a few years ago. LTC in my area, is always hiring, as are Assisted Living facilies, Clinic...

  20. What to give a nurse when they retire?

    Leelee2 replied to psychnurse25's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Gift certificate for a massage, or to her favorite place to eat, might be

  21. Im trying to write about issues in the workplace and "bullying" is a great topic

    Leelee2 replied to jackie20's topic in General Nursing

    Bullying in the workplace often comes from people in high positions, then filters down, creating a very toxic work environment. Attitudes reflect leadership. Also, a very Unprofessional work place,...

  22. Landed another interview

    Leelee2 replied to loving2's topic in General Nursing

    Congrat's! Sounds like this went really well, and will be a great Fit for you. (sure went better than the last one) See, everything happens for a reason! Congrat's

  23. Unsafe nurse patient ratio? Should I look elsewhere?

    Leelee2 replied to Tachycardic_RN's topic in General Nursing

    If not caring about patient safety is the norm, because healthcare is a business, sooner than later the business is going to go under. As a patient, my primary concern is safety! For my family...

  24. Paying for priority

    Leelee2 replied to HamsterRN's topic in General Nursing

    After reading this, I am just curious as to what the mission statement and core "values" of this Hospital are. Money talks there, for sure.

  25. Best White Scrubs

    Leelee2 replied to ishootu's topic in General Nursing

    I dislike drawsting pants, so I prefer Cherokee 5 pocket pant and also Landau classic fit pant. Both are quality products that last and wear well, comfortable. But both styles are elastic waist...