akcarmean

akcarmean LPN

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  1. Need your input...Wait til fall or start LPN in February

    akcarmean replied to SarasotaRN2b's topic in General Nursing

    I agree I would say go with the LPN then do the bridge program. I have been an LPN for 4 years. Starting in Jan. I am going for the bridege program and my BSN. Good luck.

  2. im willing to volunteer as student nurse

    akcarmean replied to krzty_c's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    usually most hospitals have volunteer services. Check with your local hospitals Maybe even some LTC centers would have people come in and visit with the residents. Not sure but just some suggestions....

  3. Parish nursing

    akcarmean replied to beaton's topic in Parish

    Welcome to allnurses.

  4. The Old Geezer

    akcarmean replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in Nursing Humor

    :rotfl: :rotfl: That was a good one. Thanks for sharing.

  5. Old man's sperm count

    akcarmean replied to Farkinott's topic in Nursing Humor

    :rotfl: :rotfl:

  6. Misdiagnosed in the ER :(

    akcarmean replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    Good luck and hope you are feeling better.

  7. Can anyone help me?

    akcarmean replied to tsgarman's topic in General Nursing

    We have several agencies around where I live. But not familiar with your area. Good luck on finding something. I did a 2 hr drive daily for 5 years. Would never want to do it again.

  8. Are you ashamed of being a nurse?

    akcarmean replied to Mijourney's topic in Nursing Career

    I must say the I agree with what rncountry said. I AM PROUD TO BE A NURSE. I also agree with many other posts. More and more stress is being put on the nurses which is placing the pt. and the nurse in...

  9. Phenergan?

    akcarmean replied to RN92's topic in General Nursing

    Your guys have given me a lot of insite into what to watch for with "what Rx seekers are looking for" I have been in home health care for 1 pt. my entire time as an LPN. I don't get much experience...

  10. Phenergan?

    akcarmean replied to RN92's topic in General Nursing

    I have received phenergan a lot with my migraines. I don't usually go to the hosptial until I have exhausted all my home RX's and the usually methods of dark room, sleep, quiet. Sometime I can get rid...

  11. Patient safety

    akcarmean replied to SueBDoo's topic in General Nursing

    I would have to agree with the others GET OUT ASAP. I am working on my RN, BSN I am learning a lot about what nurses of higher athourity and doing and I am going to try my best to be just the...

  12. Advice needed about pregnancy/new grad?

    akcarmean replied to bonjovigirl's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree with the post above. I would check into everything first then weigh your pros and cons. I had difficult pregnancies so I would advise to wait and get the first year under your belt...

  13. Volunteering Question

    akcarmean replied to BeesAngel's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I can't say for sure but I think that patient visiting would be good. You would get to be in different areas of the hospital to be able to view and understand different departments. Part of nursing is...

  14. 16 reasons why alcohol should be served at work

    akcarmean replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in Nursing Humor

    LOL thanks for the laughs. was needed after today at work:chuckle :rotfl:

  15. Welcome to the new Nursing Student Assistance Forum

    akcarmean replied to RNPATL's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Brian did have a great idea for this. I am currently and LPN I went straight into home health care and have been on the same case for several years. I had forgotten a lot of information since I don't...

  16. Trazodone

    akcarmean replied to Ms.RN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was on it at one time in order to help me sleep. My son just got put on it for that same reason.

  17. Brother needs a liver transplant

    akcarmean replied to Maggie in NC's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry I don't know anything about the transplant list; but I just wanted to send my prayers and well wishes. I will keep you, your brother and the rest of your family in my prayers. Keep us posted....

  18. new member on board

    akcarmean replied to Ruqayyah's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Welcome and hope to see more posts from you.

  19. Wrote NCLEX-RN today

    akcarmean replied to NCLEX_CareBear's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congradulations to all who passed. My prayers are with the ones who still need to take the test and are waiting for results. Keep us

  20. I need prayers, I may be fired

    akcarmean replied to medsurgnurse's topic in General Nursing

    My thoughts and prayers are with you. Good luck!!!

  21. thoughts, prayers, & positive energy please!

    akcarmean replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hopefully it is something noncancerous. Will keep you in thoughts and prayers.

  22. Holiday schedule strife, AGAIN!!!

    akcarmean replied to fergus51's topic in General Nursing

    I think you were very considerated and trying to help her out. What is the saying you reap what you sou (sp?). anyways. I can't believe her rudeness.

  23. Co-worker in need of prayers

    akcarmean replied to butterflynurse's topic in General Nursing

    her and her family will be added to my prayer list also. Keep us posted

  24. Help !! I need your opinion on a school ASAP!!!

    akcarmean replied to akcarmean's topic in Online Distance Learning

    lgflamini You are correct. I will get my BSN there then I will go back to my local community college and get my RN.But doing it this way right now is easier and better for me. I will get all my...

  25. Depression and Antidepressants...

    akcarmean replied to Monkey_Man's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree with the don't know don't tell. If it starts to affect your job then it should be addressed. I have been on antidepressants since 1997. I have gone through CNA classes and worked as a CNA,...