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  1. Ambien "holiday" substitute??

    favthing replied to 444bkids's topic in General Nursing

    I have a resident who was ordered Ambien CR by an NP, and it was for 9 days admin, and then off for the 10th day. I asked why, and he referred to this as correct practice if Ambien is to be given as a...

  2. LPN mistake??

    favthing replied to tillyrn2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It absolutely is what you make of it! I'm so glad I did the LPN first, as I like the idea of gaining experience as I continue with my nursing degrees (I plan to be a NP). I'm currently in my last...

  3. My first job and I am very OVERWHELMED... Just need some support

    favthing replied to Hanna0225's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Take it easy and one day at a time. Realize that orientation is usually overwhelming. You've got a lot to learn, so just respect the stage you are in and relax so that you are open to learning what...

  4. Previous LPN experience: Gave you a leg up on RN positions when you graduated?

    favthing replied to HelloooNurse84's topic in LPN to RN

    If a hospital is looking for experienced RNs for unfilled positions, then a new grad RN-LPN will probably be in the same position as a new grad RN. If the hospital is looking for new grads, then I'd...

  5. What's It All About, ALFie?--Help and Support for Assisted Living Nurses

    favthing replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I started working in AL about 2 years ago. I graduated from LPN school at that time, so this is my first nursing job. I am in my last semester of RN school. I love my job in many ways, also dislike...