Revvy1337

Revvy1337

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  1. Agency Legal Contracts

    Revvy1337 posted a topic in Agency Nurses

    Hello, I've been told by Maxim's recruiter/schedulers that I cannot apply to work (aka employed)at a facility that I've worked at under Maxim for one whole year, is this true, and is this legal? I...

  2. Interested in corrections, but concerned about stigma for future

    Revvy1337 replied to RunninNurse's topic in Correctional

    I think many hospitals will jump at the chance to employ someone who has seen emergency type situations: Broken arms from fights in the cell, dog bites, stab wounds, bullet holes, wound care in...

  3. I love correctional nursing!!!

    Revvy1337 replied to betty boop23's topic in Correctional

    I love corrections, too. The night shift is anything but boring by the way. Its almost impossible to be lazy if your jail or what not is located in a heavy urbanized/suburban

  4. What to do with a head banger?

    Revvy1337 replied to djules's topic in Correctional

    You now have the evidence visually to move them to suicide watch since they are "hurting themselves." If they are manipulating the system the person will stop right away in suicide watch so you kind...

  5. Done With Nursing

    Revvy1337 replied to bk1413's topic in Men in Nursing

    Everyone has buyer's regret bk, when I first graduated I doubted that I would become a good nurse and hated the fact that maybe I wasn't up the par. I thought maybe nursing wasn't for me. Yet, there...

  6. New Grad LPN needs help landing my first job in NYC area.

    Revvy1337 replied to Newgrad_LPN's topic in New York Nursing

    Have you tried a nursing home? You might not want to work in geriatrics per se but thats usually where LPNs tend to have jobs these days and clinics,

  7. In nursing school clinical did you experience discrimination / bias from instructor?

    Revvy1337 replied to biltz's topic in Men in Nursing

    When I was going through the OB/PEDs clinicals, I had a lot of downtime since many women were uncomfortable with male nurses. However, I stayed attentive and helped out where I could so my instructor...

  8. What is your current LPN salary

    Revvy1337 replied to Vicky Laursen's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm a new hire at my facility with zero years experience as an LPN so far so my starting wage $15.75 with 0.25 cent shift differential... Its pretty good step

  9. How long did it take to get your first LPN job?

    Revvy1337 replied to azcna's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was lucky enough to have been working in LTC for four years as a CNA so my facility just orientated me as a nurse without having to be sorted through the HR filter. I do feel that they saw I already...

  10. Help a new grad here!

    Revvy1337 replied to HelloM1M1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Why are you struggling to memorize the meds? The MAR is there to help you give the pill. Memorization is not required HOWEVER I would definitely know what the pill is used for. As for...

  11. Stretched to the breaking point

    Revvy1337 replied to RunningWithScissors's topic in General Nursing

    All about money... Sad...sacrifice for the

  12. Becoming friends with patients?

    Revvy1337 replied to kablo's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    being friends is alright but each facility has own rules. I would caution against it as significant others sometimes read into it all kinds of thoughts if you befriend a married individual.. That is...

  13. Need advice/tips on being a good charge nurse

    Revvy1337 replied to scherie88's topic in General Nursing

    Cnas are more tough than bikers hehe.. I am a cna

  14. Need advice/tips on being a good charge nurse

    Revvy1337 replied to scherie88's topic in General Nursing

    Be kind, courteous, and polite. Know it all people do exist but some cnas do know plenty about their residents which you won't for awhile. They are your eyes and ears. One thing that drives me crazy...

  15. Single-room ICUs may cut infection rates

    Revvy1337 replied to pockunit's topic in General Nursing

    They are needed but what an expensive

  16. Relocation Info

    Revvy1337 posted a topic in General Nursing

    How many of you moved to a new state to work in nursing? How did you guys go about doing that? I am going to move to Colorado Springs, CO from Iowa. Should I fill out applications before I move or...

  17. Are there any LPNs that find 40 person med pass workable?

    Revvy1337 replied to momwithlicense's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Try to utilize a med aid around meal times if possible, corral residents who you know like to self transfer in activities area if they want to go, if cnas are chatty\gossiping at the desks have them...

  18. A brand new CNA needs advice

    Revvy1337 replied to corinth13's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Also many ltc facilities experience high turnover and have trouble retaining cnas. You could practically be a no call no show several times and other bad behaviors before a consideration to fire is...

  19. Difference between travel and agency??

    Revvy1337 replied to nursern20's topic in Agency Nurses

    Does all that experience translate to being hireable to a permanent facility? Like you wouldn't be considered a new grad? If you are hired agency first,i

  20. A brand new CNA needs advice

    Revvy1337 replied to corinth13's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have worked ltc for a few years, when I was new I was the outsider.. Now I am accepted, my ideas are sought.. Winter time is difficult as many call in, your assignment of 12 can turn into 30 during...

  21. Relocation Info

    Revvy1337 replied to Revvy1337's topic in General Nursing

    My nursing home I work at has a tuition reimbursement for Rn bsn.. I will do that before considering to move. I know a doctor who might be able to get me in the hospital (he is a personal friend). I...

  22. Just starting CNA in Iowa

    Revvy1337 replied to Fran88's topic in General Nursing

    Being a CNA sucks.. I am one!!! Ask for a tour. If you have more than 16 residents per assignment I wouldn't do it.. Also look for sit stands, hoyers, lift chairs, lift bath chairs, etc.. Don't get...

  23. Info needed pls. Loveland, CO

    Revvy1337 replied to marshalbc77's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Is nursing sizzling or fizzing in the cities over

  24. RN assigned as a CNA

    Revvy1337 replied to myree72's topic in General Nursing

    some hospitals only employ rns to do all nursing care, no cnas. It makes me mad when nurses refuse to do cna

  25. CNA's/PCT's how much do you make?

    Revvy1337 replied to Karen06's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am currently a cna and one of the very few that works at the dementia unit here. I have three years experience yet I make 9 dollars a hour. The pay isn't very generous but I am blessed I have a job...