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1. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   That's what I initially thought, however after meeting today with the RN in charge I was informed I was to be setting up and administering the TPN. After starting the infusion and assessing for a few...

2. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   Checked both my basic nursing and med-surg nursing books, they both briefly (a few paragraphs) give an overview of what PN/TPN is. The basic nursing book gives no instruction on administering, as it...

3. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   Well, apparently they don't have any nurse educators working on thursdays or fridays, so I'm out of luck there

4. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   Thank you. Currently on hold with the

5. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   Also, what would I ask the CABRN? Not really sure since it's an LVN scope of practice

6. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   I contacted the CABVNPT but I won't get a reply until Tuesday. I found a sheet from the California Vocational Nurse Educators (updated 2010) and it says infusing tpn or other fluids, blood withdrawal...

7. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   Any admin able to help answer? I called the board and they won't get back to me until next week, but I start training tonight. Former classmates that I asked tell me working with a central line is a...

8. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in California Nursing

   Do you know what kind of 'set up' that would need to be done the night

9. CA LVN allowed to set up TPN?

   theleaf posted a topic in California Nursing

   Hello, I'm an CA LVN and today have been offered a case position with a home health agency. From what I understand, my job will be to arrive at the client's house at 10pm and set up the TPN. I was...

10. Talking with the DON tomorrow, any tips/advice/words of wisdom?

    theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you both for your advice. Now that I think about it, I've seen quite a few nurses come and go during my time in LTC, so I guess being fired is a pretty common occurrence in this area. Which...

11. Talking with the DON tomorrow, any tips/advice/words of wisdom?

    theleaf posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In the later part of last year I was terminated from my first LVN job. It was a per diem day shift float position and honestly was a lot for me to handle. The whole situation really brings me down...

12. I feel like a FAILURE, what do I do now?

    theleaf replied to petluvr's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I know exactly how you feel. I was fired last year, and every application I fill out always asks if I have been previously terminated. I either put "let go during probationary period" or, more...

13. Fired from my first job.

    theleaf posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Honestly, I feel relieved. I'm going to miss the income though, and it's going to suck working just as a CNA, not to mention looking for another job and explaining why I was

14. Frustrated, Confused after first interview

    theleaf replied to MimiLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'd feel so lucky to be in your shoes. I'm still looking for my first job. Be happy that they're talking to you like you're hired. Just my

15. Depressed about not finding a job

    theleaf replied to theleaf's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you everyone for your words. I guess I should be happy I have a seasonal job through Mollen (although I have no idea how that will work out for me). It's just that by now, I thought I would have...