reeveslpn

reeveslpn

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  1. Did something happen with LVN LTC pay?

    reeveslpn replied to SimplyacaringNurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I know in my area (NJ), there has been a decrease in pay in the past

  2. Has anyone ever started a nursing job & quit it within a couple weeks?

    reeveslpn replied to sauzie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I did not to long ago. Just tell the truth. I told them I was sorry and very thankful for the opportunity, but another offer came up that was more beneficial for my career in the long term. They...

  3. Pt not allowed to refuse care?

    reeveslpn replied to optimist's topic in General Nursing

    Document everything, and notify the MD of all refusals daily! Also he needs a psych eval, and some sort of sign in sheet in his room, so whenever someone comes in to give care they must sign a log...

  4. lpn as ADON?

    reeveslpn replied to nd deb's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I worked at two LTC places in NJ and they had a LPN as ADON and they did a good job at it too. Too much focus on the letters behind your name, if you know your stuff, you know your

  5. He// to the NO!

    reeveslpn replied to FLmomof5's topic in General Nursing

    That's crazy!!!! No job should treat an employee like that. Nurses take so much crap! We need to start sticking up for what's right, stop being wimps and crying about "I need my job". We all need are...

  6. Nurses as primary breadwinners?

    reeveslpn replied to learning08's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see anything wrong with it. As long as the bills get paid and the family is taken care of. Being married or being in a commited relationship is a team effort. When one player is down the...

  7. fired... where can a bad nurse go to find a job?

    reeveslpn replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think your stupid, just stressed!!! I been there, like others said try a different field. Nursing is hard work!!! There are few jobs out there so if you can get one keep it until you can...

  8. Scrubs - what do you wear?

    reeveslpn replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    When we were able to wear whatever we wanted I wore printed tops and jackets with pants that had a color in it to match. Now we have to wear ALL white.

  9. Looking for info on Monmouth County Vocational LPN School-New Jersey

    reeveslpn replied to bonniedewy's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    I attended MCVS way back in 2001. It's a great program and it can be hard at times with all the work and home life. Once you get a groove and a study pattern it will be ok. They prepare you for the...

  10. How do you do it?

    reeveslpn replied to peppapig123's topic in General Nursing

    When I went to LPN school I worked 32 hours on the weekend 16 hours Sat&Sun and the kids with Dad on the weekend. I was considered full time so I got health benefits. It was stressful but it...

  11. Interview Tues, leaving ICU for LTC

    reeveslpn replied to kimmersRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I think LTC is just as stressful. I think you may want to consider homecare or

  12. Is this fair??

    reeveslpn replied to cna23's topic in General Nursing

    Take your break!!!! If your not going to take it they must pay you for it. Where I work they make the CNA's take their break, they must clock out and sign out. The DON tells them at that time they...

  13. Why is LTC so hated

    reeveslpn replied to MadameFreckles's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    When I started out as a brand new LPN 9 years ago, I also recieved 1 month of orientation. The DON wouldnt have it any other way, even if you had experience she wanted you to have two full weeks of...

  14. LPN starting pay $26.50!

    reeveslpn replied to mustbegood's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That's about what it is here in NJ. If you can find a job.

  15. Nursing Shortage??

    reeveslpn replied to Cashemere425's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Im in NJ same thing here!! I'm working per diem and can't find any fulltime work. I have 8+ years experience. I've been sending my resume all over and only a few call backs all agency. There are...

  16. BSN recent grad -should i get a CNA???

    reeveslpn replied to studentkj's topic in General Nursing

    Go take your NCLEX

  17. First LPN job in LTC...is this the way it really is?

    reeveslpn replied to Krisintheweb's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I hate to be a Debbie Downer but I see a lot of people saying it will get better but I been doing this for 10 years now worked all over NJ in all the LTC places its the same! I have two girlfriends...

  18. Nurse not passing meds...should I report to BON?

    reeveslpn replied to Mudder's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Glad you got out! That wasn't the place for you. Best of luck to

  19. Nurse not passing meds...should I report to BON?

    reeveslpn replied to Mudder's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If you told the DON you did your part. In my past experience like someone said that nurse and the DON might be friends. Watch yourself because you might end up in trouble I see it all the time....

  20. I refuse to be a punching bag - NO MORE ASSAULT

    reeveslpn replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Right On!! Shout it from the mountain

  21. LTC is making me hate nursing!!!

    reeveslpn replied to Angeljho's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I've been working in LTC for 14 years 7 as a CNA and 7 as an LPN, it does'nt get any better believe me, it only gets worse. I'm only working per diem no more than 3 days a week because thats all that...