AngelofLTC

AngelofLTC

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  1. why not go for RN?

    AngelofLTC replied to minnymi's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Ok, point taken. I am confident with me... I can tell you feel very strongly about your opinion. I look forward to hearing some of the responses from the previous

  2. why not go for RN?

    AngelofLTC replied to minnymi's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    No gripe from me. I honestly haven't read any of the posts you're referring to. To whom are you addressing this post? It just seems very

  3. why not go for RN?

    AngelofLTC replied to minnymi's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Wow,

  4. Should I get a desk to study at

    AngelofLTC replied to SavannahE's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I spent every study minute sitting on my bed with a ton of books open all around me. Lol.... it was very convenient for me but to each his

  5. Behaviors and Failing to Chart Them

    AngelofLTC replied to Tired_Mommy's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I work LTC also and I find that I chart these behaviours when they are new, have gotten worse or are out of control. I can't chart every time one of my 32 residents display a behaviour. We can also...

  6. [So] My hospital has banned disposable wipes...

    AngelofLTC replied to Thunda's topic in General Nursing

    We have peri cloths (that are green) and are washed seperatly from personal clothing and towels (which are white). That is horrifying to me but I know that many facilities don't have the kind of...

  7. CNAs that take extended breaks

    AngelofLTC replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    I have been trying to figure out exactly how I'm supposed to be the LPN "team leader" since I took this position a year ago. I think that you need to pick your battles. If you react negatively to...

  8. Will I ever get over this? Personally or professionally.

    AngelofLTC replied to DoodabuzzRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm sorry you lost your job....chin up. I almost made a mistake a few nights ago with insulin. I was required to use an insulin pen to give 61 units of Levemir....the pen only went as high as 60. I...

  9. What do you look for in your CNA's

    AngelofLTC replied to jwkwildland's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Just do your best. I really have a hard time when a CNA will avoid call bells or "wait" for someone else to get them. I also appreciate when my CNA's are straight up with me. If you didnt do...

  10. hopefully not offensive...

    AngelofLTC replied to cayenne06's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In Canada, LPNs (RPN's) are in fairly high demand. Some hospitals require RN's but for the most part they are trying to hire Rpn's wherever they can because its

  11. Male nurses student and skipping OB/L&D clinicals

    AngelofLTC replied to Jfarmboy's topic in Male Nursing Students

    He's a boy....give him a break. He will learn just like the rest of us when he goes "down there" first

  12. ethical issue with work

    AngelofLTC replied to alliebeans's topic in General Students

    I would probably give my notice to quit. Unless she is sole provider for the man I would well enough alone. Maybe the son knows?? You can see many strange things when you enter people's homes....

  13. So I guess it is true...

    AngelofLTC replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Students

    I cant speak for anyone but myself...I'm in no way jumping on the OP....with that said, MY OPINION is that she had her feelings hurt when she didnt get the response she wanted from her instructor....

  14. So I guess it is true...

    AngelofLTC replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Students

    I feel that you are overreacting also. She is not comfortable giving you a recommendation and she should not have to justify that to anyone. She probably should have addressed her concerns r/t your...

  15. What's up with veteran nurses hating on new grads?

    AngelofLTC replied to jennilynn's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe the nurse simply had a rough day. I am often asked to orient new nurses at my facility. Most days are great experiences and I often learn a little more about myself in the process. I do...

  16. Which shift covers AM insulins?

    AngelofLTC replied to RainMom's topic in General Nursing

    I have never heard of night shift giving insulin...I work LTC though and breakfast isnt until

  17. Why don't I care?

    AngelofLTC replied to Art_Vandelay's topic in General Nursing

    I think I wrote that post too! I feel exactly the same. I think I'm depressed but just trudging through....my husband is very supportive and doesnt push me too much. I keep thinking it will get...

  18. holiday pay this year-what??

    AngelofLTC replied to orla's topic in General Nursing

    if i work the weekend...double time and a half or a day off with time and a

  19. Defining nursing with a single word...

    AngelofLTC replied to tgyles's topic in General Nursing

    patience

  20. Pre-hire exams

    AngelofLTC replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    You switched the answer for sure. I would have answered 1ml (cc's not used where I studied) for subcutaneous and 3ml max for Im injection. These probably vary a bit depending on

  21. Private sitters in the hospital

    AngelofLTC replied to NightOwl0624's topic in General Nursing

    Before you get too worked up and say something....I did this job for a while and we had two differing pay rates for a night shift. One was flat rate of 40 to 50 for the night (allowing sleep) in...

  22. Help with Critical Vitals Ranges in EMR

    AngelofLTC replied to lulugonlolo's topic in General Nursing

    Ya think?

  23. Please Help my narcotic situation

    AngelofLTC posted a topic in General Nursing

    Ok so I had a scare tonight when administering a new narctotic order. HX. Resiedent has broken femur and pre existing MS. Sent to Er where we are told in the ltc facilty that they will no be...

  24. Please Help my narcotic situation

    AngelofLTC replied to AngelofLTC's topic in General Nursing

    This has been so tough for me. Im a new grad in LTC and I feel this resident is acute. She used to be a 2 person transfer and was recently changed to a mechanical lift. She is in her sixties and...

  25. Please Help my narcotic situation

    AngelofLTC replied to AngelofLTC's topic in General Nursing

    The argument is that she is non ambulatory before #. However she had an electric scooter that kept her a little independent. We are taking all independece away and its likely she wont get in her...