libran1984 ASN, RN

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    Just Registered for IV therapy class...

    libran1984 replied to CYoungLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Practice makes perfect.... I would love to sit in on one of these classes. I'd love to compare and contrast what they teach in the IV cert class compared to what I've learned in my RN program that...
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    Once LPN now RN's, how long did you wait to go back to school?

    libran1984 replied to ASPIRING2BGREAT's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Been an LPN for over 3 years. Got into an LPN to RN (ADN) transition program that my hospital is reimbursing me for. I found that it was sooooooooo much easier to transition to an ADN program than a...
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    Rn being trained by lpn?

    libran1984 replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, it is extremely common in settings where there is little or no difference between the two job
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    Rn being trained by lpn?

    libran1984 replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

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    Rn being trained by lpn?

    libran1984 replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As an LPN in the hospital, I train RNs to do specific tasks like ABGs, port access, etc. However, they are primarily trained by their preceptor for more of their overall role. As an LPN in LTC, Rs...
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    A good day for nursing

    libran1984 replied to sbostonRN's topic in Nurses Rock

    I love that feeling. Congratulations on being
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    Lpn can they work for a plastic surgeon and inject botox?

    libran1984 replied to Cristinabb's topic in Aesthetics

    I work with an LPN who is certified to administer botox for her primary job outside of the ED. She loves her other job and her work with the Doc. I wish you much luck. Don't get discouraged by what...
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    Dr said no hope for lpn for me :(

    libran1984 replied to NoWomanNoCry's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If you really want to be an LPN so badly, you can do it! It is passionate people who will show all the people who put LPNs down just what and how much we can exactly do! Follow your dream. If you do...
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    Patient Assessment

    libran1984 replied to Mrsladysoul83's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    VS always paint a great picture in combination with lab values to start watching. The Dx is also, obviously, the prime indicator on what to do in regard to a focused assessment. Let's take some very...
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    libran1984 replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    I know several RNs who prefer to do their own thing when working with LPNs. Even if an MA were to obtain a license for more expanded work, they would be treated just like a repressed member of the...
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    libran1984 replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    I'd also like to point out the grave difference (at least in my area of the midwest) in pay. I'm not sure about Jonnyvirgo and his neck of the woods, but the LPNs and Medics I work with in the ED are...
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    What do you guys think of Medtech College?

    libran1984 replied to bethers10's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Med Tech will not be accredited for the RN program anytime soon. I was visiting the state board of nursing when medtech got reviewed by the state... Talk about being slammed- wow, was that...
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    LPN VS RN Pay

    libran1984 replied to lezleyhindman's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Of course... Most are ASNs bc the BSNs flock to hospitals who generally prefer to have a higher BSN percentage of
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    Is ECPI's RN program looked down upon? Looking for input.

    libran1984 replied to hamdog's topic in Virginia Nursing

    One should probably get consider if they have yet to become NLN accredited, or even if hospitals will hire them. I would consider the price. Why pay the price if a bachelors degree only to receive an...
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    OVERWHELMED!!!! Need advise desperately!!

    libran1984 replied to LH...RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    That is how LTC works. My instructor in my LPN-RN classes said a very naive thing last week. She said that after graduation we'll be eased into it with one pt at a time. Ha!! I work at a hospital...
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    Wages and benefits working for Maxim healthcare

    libran1984 replied to Breezey514's topic in Indiana Nursing

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    Looking for the not so typical LPN job

    libran1984 replied to SDALPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That sounds like an awesome
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    libran1984 replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    HAHA!! You are right on so many levels. This was not offensive or rude at all. I literally just said the same thing to my friends. I'm finishing up the last and only new class for my LPN to RN. We...
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    Respiratory Therapists Inserting PICC Lines

    libran1984 replied to Asystole RN's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    That, my friend, is something you'd have to ask of someone else. The actual care for them is handled by the unit nurses after placement from my understanding. I'm sorry if I come off as combative or...
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    Respiratory Therapists Inserting PICC Lines

    libran1984 replied to Asystole RN's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Does not mean they are not out there. I never knew of any either until last year either. It is very nice to know someone can actually cite Indiana practice. It has been a huge uphill battle to...
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    libran1984 replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    You may be right, but I can't help but think, given 1-2 years of the same experiences as myself, someone such as an MA with his/her current education curriculum could become equally as qualified or...
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    Respiratory Therapists Inserting PICC Lines

    libran1984 replied to Asystole RN's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    What risks would u be referring to when all three RN, LPN, & RT are inserting PICC lines? What advanced sterile/aseptic technique might be so far beyond a licensed professional's
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    libran1984 replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    I almost agree... its education inflation. Yes, I do grasp the ignorance behind this. Yet another way to think of this is, do you want to take the advice of an NP with 10 years experience in his/her...
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    libran1984 replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    From the posts I read about several ADN programs, you'd thing that some people might think that nurse is probably from a Crack Jack box that cost
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    libran1984 replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    I thank you for bringing this topic up... While I cannot speak for all medical assistant programs, I do know the one's I've sat in on or been part of, these MA's DO learn the 5 rights of medication...