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  1. Tips for working nights

    orange_dolphin replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I used to get terribly sick in the stomach on night shift. I eventually figured out that between 1 and about 5 am I had to eat foods that are easy to digest, like yogurt, applesauce, a banana, or sip...

  2. 40 & going to school to be a CNA!!

    orange_dolphin replied to missie1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I did it at 50, and there were a couple other ladies close to my age in the CNA class with me. I'm now in an LPN program, and out of about 40 students about five of us are 40 or over. It's not...

  3. Patient is "on the boat."

    orange_dolphin posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I was in clinicals yesterday and worked with a wonderful RN who didn't mind teaching me a few small things if my instructor was busy. Anyway, I had two post surgery patients. The RN said the newest...

  4. LPN/LVN Additional Certifications

    orange_dolphin replied to antidote's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I didn't read every post on this thread but used "Control Find" and searched for posts regarding orthopaedics and no luck. I tried the NAON website (National Association for Orthopaedic Nurses) and...

  5. Acceptance Letters for LPN

    orange_dolphin posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Anyone hear anything yet about acceptance or not into the J. Sargeant Reynolds LPN Clinicals this fall (Richmond, VA)? I haven't. The deadline for the applications was May 9th I think so I'm guessing...

  6. Acceptance Letters for LPN

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't know how strict they are about the all white shoe with white logo rule. If it's light silver it might not be noticible. If she says something, you could get another pair and probably use...

  7. Acceptance Letters for LPN

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    That was a good question. I heard you but didn't see you since I didn't turn around. I was in one of the middle rows on the right hand side....blond, older lady. I bought a uniform top but didn't...

  8. Acceptance Letters for LPN

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks DJ Mommy! I did end up getting an acceptance letter a week of so after my original post and attended the first orientation session. I'm looking forward to classes! Glad you got in too and...

  9. Shoes for Flat feet

    orange_dolphin replied to VSBlonde's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    i'm also flat footed. i've been wearing nike walkers. (see below). i got them from zappos online store. they have very good arch support and are comfy. my feet don't bother me at all after working...

  10. Looking for an efficient way to keep notes

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in General Nursing

    Since I float from floor to floor I'm talking about notes about how things work on different floors. Each floor does things a little different. Not only do I float from floor to floor, I only work...

  11. Looking for an efficient way to keep notes

    orange_dolphin posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi. I'm currently a CNA and am going to school for nursing. I was really hoping someone with more experience could give me some ideas to try. I'm not assigned one floor all the time. I float from...

  12. Looking for an efficient way to keep notes

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in General Nursing

    No, I don't put any identifying patient information in my notes. That's a good idea to talk to other CNAs who float around from floor to floor or work for an agency. I use Evernote and I just found...

  13. Where to buy cheat sheet/reference cards that fit on lanyard behind badge?

    orange_dolphin replied to angelicious05's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Many office supply stores will laminate just about anything. I don't know what it costs but the last time I checked it wasn't very expensive. They do it in the same area they do copying and...

  14. Books to study for LPN entrance exam

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Christine and Streamline; Thank you so much. The Kaplan book didn't get good reviews. A few said it was overkill for the LPN entrance exam. It must be true. I'll check out the other methods of...

  15. Books to study for LPN entrance exam

    orange_dolphin posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm taking the entrance exam for LPN in January. Can any one recommend the best books to buy to study. Kaplan Entrance Exam book was recommended but on Amazon it doesn't say if it's for LPN or...

  16. Monitor Technician Unit Secretary Job

    orange_dolphin posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I have everything needed to apply for this job except one thing...."Understanding of cardiac rhythms also required." I have medical secretary experience, medical terminology ( am currently a medical...

  17. PCA, what do I need for work?

    orange_dolphin replied to ConstantLearner2010's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I'd check with the nursing home or agency you're working with before buying a gait belt. The nursing home where I work provides them and I didn't have to buy

  18. Monitor Technician Unit Secretary Job

    orange_dolphin posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I have everything needed to apply for this job except one thing...."Understanding of cardiac rhythms also required." I have medical secretary experience, medical terminology ( am currently a medical...

  19. Tried 3 cuffs several times and couldn't get BP reading!

    orange_dolphin posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I had no problem in CNA class getting manual blood pressure readings and practiced at home. I just started a new job and am having a big problem with BPs now. The first two nights I was just off....

  20. Monitor Technician Unit Secretary Job

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Juliaann, That's a great site and a great way to learn! Thank you so

  21. Tried 3 cuffs several times and couldn't get BP reading!

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yes to 1-3 and 5. 4. My hearing is okay. (as per second post) I was turning the knob on the bulb the wrong way. I guess my first time on the flloor I was nervous because that was such a silly...

  22. Monitor Technician Unit Secretary Job

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thank you, Lord Day! I'll check it

  23. PCA, what do I need for work?

    orange_dolphin replied to ConstantLearner2010's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I took notes while learning a new CNA job and I'm still using them two weeks later. The charge nurse actually said, "You need to be taking notes" and I showed her my extensive notes I'd been taking....

  24. What to wear to orientation?

    orange_dolphin replied to camci's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    They paid me for

  25. Tried 3 cuffs several times and couldn't get BP reading!

    orange_dolphin replied to orange_dolphin's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Anne, I was all thumbs too. I hope others can learn from my mistake. It was just because I was nervous, I think. Live and learn, right? Good luck to you in classes.