AngelicDarkness

AngelicDarkness

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  1. IS Lpn going to decrease next coming years?

    AngelicDarkness replied to beyeu's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    No way:) We're advocating for ourselves and our on going expanded scope of practice reflects

  2. Do I sound like a terrible nursing assistant??

    AngelicDarkness replied to blondy85's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not 100% on your employer's policies, but a pain assessment can be done by all members of the health care system. I encourage the psws/aids to chart pain assessments, because I chart my own as...

  3. Nurses, whats your perspective on working with aides, or nursing students?

    AngelicDarkness replied to Destiny'skid's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Love students, aids and psws! Wish I had more of them. I love teaching students, and encouraging them to look for answers. I love being able to assist them into being molded into the nurse they...

  4. Health care a "right" or a "privilege"?

    AngelicDarkness replied to monkago2009's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm not sure if their will ever be a complete answer with the debate from both sides:shy: I believe firmly that basic health care is a right or should be a right. I remember debating this with the...

  5. Is a tablet a good investment for nursing school

    AngelicDarkness replied to clclc4444's topic in Nursing News

    Tablets are definitely more portable in less space then a laptop. I wish I had bought one when in school - after my laptop and books, wasn't much room for anything

  6. Non-nursing Clinical Oversight of LPN/RNs?

    AngelicDarkness replied to kcnurse2003's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I would have reported her the moment she started calling herself a nurse. They take that very seriously in my

  7. Obamacare

    AngelicDarkness replied to Topher53's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Sounds like they needed a scape goat to defend their layoff. Terrible. I hope those nurses are able to find steady employment. And I love how they always say it won't affect patient care. Of course...

  8. Affordable Health Care for All, Except Smokers

    AngelicDarkness replied to SC_RNDude's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Not a fan - its not including a large group of people who grew up on smoking. Not that I'm encouraging smoking or quitting (my Dad is a smoker, but it his choice, and I will support him on my personal...

  9. So, Im a brand new Nurse, Help!

    AngelicDarkness replied to Anne36's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I started out in retirement. It was 3 days orientation. I was a nervous wreck when I started out, but believe me, they won't let you sink. Your mentor for those 3 days is available for questions/etc....

  10. Energy drinks and teens coming to ER with chest pain

    AngelicDarkness replied to mt3's topic in Emergency

    Nursing Center - Journal Article More research just released on the

  11. Disgusted - wipes for bathing

    AngelicDarkness replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    I've also seen that. And they're darn good at it:) Makes you wonder if the CEOs or nursing administraters were admitted, if they would agree to the bath wipes? Usually thats when the changes start...

  12. How to write a LPN resume .. especially when you have no work experience!

    AngelicDarkness replied to xxMichelleJxx's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You can consider the shadowing as volunteer work:) Clinical experience is always welcome on a resume. (If you want, I can PM you a version of my 1st nursing resume....minus my personal info... as an...

  13. 30 hour IV certification class for LPN's

    AngelicDarkness replied to Blackcat99's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Here it is more of a "oh you're certified" than hours. I want to continue on with it. Was the IV class difficult? I have no experience with

  14. Using an iPad on the floor

    AngelicDarkness replied to Magenurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Not only management, but also the patients I find. Does the floor have access to computers or drug reference books? You may have to use the Ipad on break or set timers to go off when you're near a...

  15. When you make rounds when coming on to the night shift...

    AngelicDarkness replied to Jasel's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I do the same. I can usually see the resident in the light of the room, so I chose not to take a light with me. I often open the door quietly, but open enough to get light from the halls, and watch...

  16. Can LPN do Botox injections?

    AngelicDarkness replied to Curtiss12's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    An LPN/RPN can give it alone within specialized training. I think the course is offered at most local colleges. Its 500$ in Ontario at 2 local colleges to my

  17. Who hires newly license LPNS???

    AngelicDarkness replied to mingledosm's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Apply everywhere. No limitations on applying. I applied too all my RH/LTCs/Hospitals/community resources, and had a ft charge nurse position in a month. Keep revamping that resume and keep...

  18. RPN rant

    AngelicDarkness replied to vintage_RN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    LOL I think for one year of nursing, I doubt she knows anything about the RPN scope of practice. If you ever need anything Andrea, use these boards or the AN FB group - there are quite a few awesome...

  19. LPN course Canada is 2 years...

    AngelicDarkness replied to emt... rn student's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I know nothing of US Lpn roles, but I'm an RPN in Ontario. My program was 2.5 years to finish. 2 years of schooling, and a summer of placement. Then I wrote the registration exam. The RN course is 4...

  20. Office nurse or LTC?

    AngelicDarkness replied to scrublifenurse10's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If you're getting stressed over the ownership and doctors, probably a safe route to get out of there. I wasn't happy with my previous employment and as much as it hurt to leave, I found a better one...

  21. 3 to 5 days training enough in ltc?

    AngelicDarkness replied to NewLPN11's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I had 3 days, a day off then a weekend on my own. After that I recieved one day training per different shifts. (Originally in LTC I was trained on evenings - I picked up nights/days training within a...

  22. 30 hour IV certification class for LPN's

    AngelicDarkness replied to Blackcat99's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Ah! Sorry for the confusion- I'm still stumped with Canadian/USA nursing qualifications:) I just was curious because I'm going to be registered this weekend, and the course is from 8am - 2pm. I wish...

  23. Your opinion about "lifelong learning in nursing"?

    AngelicDarkness replied to binglinger's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    1. Are nursing professionals lifelong learners? Yes, we have to be because the health care field is always changing and we need to adapt or move on:) 2. Are you a lifelong learner? Yes, I...

  24. Stupid q's: Has smoking cigarettes kept you from getting a job?

    AngelicDarkness replied to mls4455's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Forgive me for making the joke then. My employers have never had an issue. They can provide assistance to quit, but they cannot refuse to hire you based on the fact that you smoke. Same with age,...

  25. 30 hour IV certification class for LPN's

    AngelicDarkness replied to Blackcat99's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Why is the course 30 hours? I've seen 6-8 hr classes that run in one day