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Lifeofanurse

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  1. Thinking of LVN...don't do it.

    Lifeofanurse posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    My thought was simple. Do my LVN then work while I got my RN. It seemed simple. NOT SO MUCH. Entry level jobs for an LVN are few and far between. It takes months and months if not LONGER to find a...

  2. Indiana State University Online LVN to RN program

    Lifeofanurse replied to S-Rank's topic in Indiana State University

    I'm no expert and I'm doing the same research you guys are but what I learned from someone who did the BSN through Excelsior is that while ISU is expensive...Excelsior requires multiple trips to NY...

  3. Interview for ER/ school conflict

    Lifeofanurse replied to JessiekRN's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely bring it up. It is much better to be upfront about when you are not available. Yes, this could be a deal breaker for them....but what would you do if they hired you and scheduled you and...

  4. Drug companies are ridiculous...

    Lifeofanurse replied to VolunteerCPR's topic in General Nursing

    I learned something interesting...maybe not entirely true but it sure seems like it might be... drug companies can renew their patents by conducting clinical trials on drugs currently in use by...

  5. How soon you will be drug tested after admission?

    Lifeofanurse replied to The ER Biker's topic in General Students

    This needs to be added to the "if I see one more XXX post..." If your worried about when your going to be drug tested I would say there are other issues that need addressed before you even consider...

  6. Pot Smoking and Nursing

    Lifeofanurse replied to MrsNurseCA's topic in General Nursing

    I suddenly feel very very stupid. Ok...I had to go through a zillion background checks (seriously like a major that covered my whole state) to work my last job because it was with kids (not...

  7. If I see one more post titled....

    Lifeofanurse replied to PinkRocksLikeMe's topic in General Nursing

    Just saw another one... "OMG...will I be able to get licensed" due to a disclosed/undisclosed issue that is clearly outlined on their states BON. Good Lord...go read the dang BON website. Do your own...

  8. improving staff responsiveness

    Lifeofanurse replied to idonthaveaphd's topic in General Nursing

    Now that made me giggle. I need to get my ability to "run like a ninja" up to speed before I find a job.

  9. improving staff responsiveness

    Lifeofanurse replied to idonthaveaphd's topic in General Nursing

    I got it. Tell them to do it. Period. It doesn't matter if your a tech, a PT, OT, staff nurse whatever...if you work for that facility and your part of the healthcare team you should be answering call...

  10. Family Members

    Lifeofanurse replied to CBsMommy's topic in General Nursing

    I was thinking the same thing Capecodmermaid!!! Of course my thought wasn't near as colorful or clever... I just think there are some things that don't need to be said. If I say "You cannot get out of...

  11. Pot Smoking and Nursing

    Lifeofanurse replied to MrsNurseCA's topic in General Nursing

    wow...I just read page one. Not all 15. Pot smoking nurses...WOW! Can someone fill me in where this is going down .... cause I don't want any of my loved ones treated by these yahoos! I don't want a...

  12. How would you respond to this??

    Lifeofanurse replied to nurse678's topic in General Nursing

    oh my! Sounds like your in for a rough ride my friend. Unless she's Edith Bunker she truly knows better and that was a bait.... Let the games begin...and your not even married yet! Good Lord! I'll be...

  13. Denied admission for BSN program

    Lifeofanurse replied to Simply Complicated's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am thinking outside the box. But don't think you need to run and sign up for classes until your sure how they choose from the applicant pool. There are so many variables that until you know that...

  14. How to get yourself ready for a long day in the OR?

    Lifeofanurse replied to Monica08's topic in Operating Room

    We only had a short clinical round in OR. Thankfully. I got out of one of them...the second...I dang near went down for the count. and it was a short surgery...just freaked me out. It was a...

  15. This just gripes the crud out of me...

    Lifeofanurse replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    So when he pulls a "slip and fall" act in the middle of Walmart...and claims it was because his dr/clinic refused to issue him medication for his 'breathing problems'...he got SOB, got dizzy and fell....

  16. Seems a bit excessive to me....

    Lifeofanurse replied to 42pines's topic in General Nursing

    CA has a high cost of living. corrections is a moneymaker for nurses across the board I believe. I'm not big enough or have enough #$%%W to do it. I'd be scared all the time. I say good for them. but...

  17. Personal info was shared -HIPPA violation?

    Lifeofanurse replied to Quienes's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    If this person worked with him at the hospital...as a tech, janitor..whatever...it isn't hippa violation in my opinion. If this person never had the oppty to SEE, HEAR or READ anything about your...

  18. This radio ad ENRAGED me

    Lifeofanurse replied to canesdukegirl's topic in General Nursing

    I see those ads all the time on TV. I've been thinking about it alot lately..just the general ideas..cancer, death, how $ plays a part in whether you live or die....all those things. I don't want to...

  19. Questions about abuse...

    Lifeofanurse replied to PinkRocksLikeMe's topic in General Nursing

    My mom recently had to visit the hospital for some tests. Admitting nurse sat and asked her a number of questions regarding abuse/domestic violence as part of their routine check in (standard in most...

  20. Can this put MY license at risk?

    Lifeofanurse replied to missladyrn's topic in General Nursing

    New grad LVN..jobless at the moment. I work under MY OWN license. I am required to take direction from the RN. If she tells me to do XYZ...then I do XYZ unless I believe it to be a risk to my license...

  21. "If they really cared about their mom, they wouldn't of put her in a nursing home"

    Lifeofanurse replied to Bruce_Wayne's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I didn't read past page one of the replies but... for me. I won't work at a LTC/nursing home that I feel gives substandard care AND that I can't make a positive change for the better. Plenty give...

  22. If I see one more post titled....

    Lifeofanurse replied to PinkRocksLikeMe's topic in General Nursing

    no flames from me. I hate the ones that say "are all nursing programs like this?"...I don't want to give up my nose ring/cover my tattoos/acrylic nails..etc.. IS it worth giving up these things? OMG...

  23. Happier at work than at home?

    Lifeofanurse replied to Gratefulprn's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sad for you!!! I don't know what to tell you...but life is a series of changes. It seems like we are always adjusting to something new or grieving the loss of something old...just neverending....

  24. A doctor's apology.....

    Lifeofanurse replied to PinkRocksLikeMe's topic in General Nursing

    I liked your response. You took responsibility and pointed out ...you didn't have time to sit around and chat about it while your pt coded.... I sure hope more Dr's are like this. it is HUGE for him...

  25. Is it legal for a nurse to work 24 hours straight?

    Lifeofanurse replied to MrsMwenja_RN's topic in General Nursing

    oh I don't like this. YOU were basically caring for this client while he was waiting for a bed? OR was he in the ED lobby waiting to be initially assessed and POSSIBLY admitted/given care? If your in...