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Chin up

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  1. Stress goes to our weakest point, do you like your job or are you sticking with it, because you feel you have too? You need to be honest with yourself right now. Nothing is worth, putting health in...
  2. Help! I need advice!

    First off, yes, they want you. RNs are coveted greatly in LTC. Second, yes I would work in a high crime area. I did in the 80's at a large Boston hospital that was centered in the highest crime...
  3. Hourly Rate for an LPN in Florida

    Amen! I made more than that 26 years ago. Work at McDonalds for crying out loud. Much less stress and free
  4. New Job Dilemma, HELP!

    Baby doll, don't you know, MOM always know best! LOL!!! Now listen to your momma.
  5. Honest opinions needed

    Honestly, seriously...engineering is where your talents will best be utilized. I also think you will love it more too. Good luck,
  6. New Job Dilemma, HELP!

    Listen to mom. She is right, you will only miss a portion of the day. I am sure they will accommodate you.
  7. Got into LPN and RN What Should I Do?

    It is worth the extra year to get your RN. Also, many lpn2rn bridge programs have waiting list, in my area, a couple of years. Take this opportunity while you can. Good luck.
  8. You will truly benefit taking a refresher course in clinical. I had no idea it had come to this and often wondered why, clinical courses are offered for those already out of a nursing program. At...
  9. Well it happened my first needlestick

    Why are you ashamed? Hope you are okay. I got one and was a wreak for months, really two years. Glad you are taking it well, but it may hit you later, please talk to a professional about this....
  10. Because once you decide to go union, and you have the majority in agreement, very excited, committed and vocal about it, and you have meetings, and meetings with everyone in agreement, and then are...
  11. In need of encouragement.

    I really love student nurses and new grads. I love the excitement, the sincerity, the wanting to do the best you can! I love how much you wear caring, on your sleeve. Thank God for you, we need you!...
  12. In need of encouragement.

    Absolutely wonderful advice! Besides encouraging her, you gave me an idea, I need to do. It is funny in that as you get older, some of this same issues you had when younger, tend to come back.
  13. corporate nurse nightmare!

    Good for you! Your health will thank
  14. I would report this. I hesitate to say so, but this is too clear cut. If she is signing out narcotics and count has not changed, this is negligence and abuse with harm. The state will see it during...
  15. I want to acquaint myself with you folks!!! (Aim/Facebook)

    Hi, I find your screen name interesting. You are or sound like a married man, looking on a majority female board, for companionship? If intuition serves me correct, you have little interest in your...
  16. What would you do?

    I would do what I was hired to do. Three 10 hour shifts and I would state so. You need to talk with your hiring manager and let them know this, right away. The nurse may be trying to undermine you....
  17. Is this the norm?!?

    I am saying this with all respect, just do your job and don't worry what others are doing. Do what you know you should do. Checking bottles and worrying about other nurses, is not your concern. No one...
  18. Calling all Chrge Nurses

    We would call you a unit manager at my facility. You would be in charge of all things paper. Assessments, appointments, doctors orders, care plans, assignments...you should Know everything about your...
  19. LTC State survey checklist

    Just saw the end of your post regarding med pass: For med pass- wash your hands, check meds three times, knock on residents door, then enter once allowed in. Check residents name, give meds, then wash...
  20. LTC State survey checklist

    HEy, lost first one..here are a few biggies: Care plans, they are focusing more on these. Falls- are care planned Glucometer, testing, cleaning and usage documentation, crucial. Infection control....
  21. Dr Oz and Aspirin

    I was taught to give an Asa right
  22. Are colors consistant across all brands of scrubs?

    Different brands with the same colors, usually have a different tone. And if the texture is different, almost certainly the tone will be off. Some more than others, but noticeable just the same. You...
  23. so nervous for my test....

    I don't understand how you were accepted, when you hadn't finished with testing? If they took money and had you sign a contract for payments, what will happen if you do not pass? Sorry for not...
  24. need advice please! (change job)

    Give them a proper notice once you land that part time job. Thank them for the opportunity and tell them how much you enjoyed working for them. Being in school is top priority and if you can swing a...
  25. When do I contact the BON?

    As soon as your name is legally changed, you can begin using it. Notify the board at that time too. Congrats!