LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    Nursing Student Ethical Dilemna

    LadyFree28 replied to cbs701's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I agree with JBN, use this incident as a lesson. And to echo the others...she crossed a MAJOR
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    Should I start in corrections?

    LadyFree28 replied to rokksteady's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Take it. Peruse this site and the forums for corrections; it is a specialty in itself that can transcend and open you to an ER position; there are posters on here that have transitioned from...
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    Admin nurse returns to bedside and.....

    LadyFree28 replied to duskyjewel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    THIS.
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    Admin nurse returns to bedside and.....

    LadyFree28 replied to duskyjewel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I said that myself, now I am a
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    We in hospice have a lot of educating to do

    LadyFree28 replied to duskyjewel's topic in Hospice, Palliative

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    How has walking into HR worked out for you?

    LadyFree28 replied to JustAdmitToObs's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This. I tried to talk to a HR rep, that looked at me with two heads at a particular hospital, and I was a volunteer at the time trying to get into a nurse extern program. I got into the same hospital...
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    Nurse are you worried about the ebola outbreak?

    LadyFree28 replied to Nursetobe25's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Nope...there are far more infectious agents like Enterovirus D86 who are affecting children critically and TB and others that are already out here that we have to contend
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    Yesterday

    LadyFree28 replied to Vtachy1's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    THIS! And THIS: That. Is.
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    Spervisor hid meds

    LadyFree28 replied to jayl955's topic in Patient Medications

    It sure did backfire. I would to hear more from the OP in terms when the meds went missing. I'm just from the school of thought that even in an overstuffed cart, you can still tell when someone's meds...
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    We in hospice have a lot of educating to do

    LadyFree28 replied to duskyjewel's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Working with pts on hospice, depending on the setting is different, and it depends on recommendations, stages of death, and settings. This is a very hot topic because despite what is being said about...
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    What is the politically correct term for "nurse"?

    LadyFree28 replied to DanielCA's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Pardon moi, but this is absurd. Please educate yourself on the history of male nurses; there is an excellent thread here that has a link to another thread with a wonderful timeline:...
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    BSN Only? Give me a break!!

    LadyFree28 replied to michaelvgrigsby's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I would hope that will happen; however there are so many nurses in the market and pay us still stagnant for nurses; even in many markets where there hasn't been a true shortage, wages have been...
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    Nursing and the Ebola Virus

    LadyFree28 replied to 0.adamantite's topic in Disaster Preparation

    The premise is to remove the most contaminated to least contaminated, then wash the hands to remove any pathogens that may be on the hands. Gloves, in theory are the most contaminated; even if...
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    New nurse... Need guidance

    LadyFree28 replied to Nurse Rodriguez's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Depending on your area, you may be limited to community clinical settings; the ones that come to mind are: LTC, Home Health, clinics, corrections. As a former LPN who worked in LTC, one would be hard...
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    Scared to start nursing school

    LadyFree28 replied to dannygurl84's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    "So many people" drop out of nursing school due to the challenges of understanding nursing theory and concepts, and the application of theory and concepts; is not like pre req's where knowledge...
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    "Two-yearitis"

    LadyFree28 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    This. Benner's theory helps my practice and my experiences with my
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    BSN Only? Give me a break!!

    LadyFree28 replied to michaelvgrigsby's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    THIS. BSNs have been around for decades and have just as much experience as the ADNs that have been around for decades; why is that always left out of the discussion like BSN education is shiny and...
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    Nurse VS Respiratory Therapist?

    LadyFree28 replied to Nursetobe25's topic in General Nursing

    Neither is better than the other, meaning, they are two aspects of the healthcare team. As a nurse, I have worked in the capacity of a RRT; I am familiar with most vents and have a comfort level with...
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    New Rehab nurse

    LadyFree28 replied to peramos12gmail.com's topic in Rehabilitation

    After 9 years in this business, I STILL organize what needs to be done; it helps me ensure that I can complete and anticipate anything else that may come
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    Phone interview

    LadyFree28 replied to Running-rn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree with Don; in my experience, phone interviews are the first step to the in person interviews; most were approach via email to set up a time, then the interview conducted on an agreed upon
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    Traditional or online

    LadyFree28 replied to maddyfan4's topic in Online Distance Learning

    OP, what avenues of nursing would you like to get into? I agree that YMMV, that's why it's different for everyone; it will depend on what you would want to find your niche in, and the market you are...
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    CNA to BSN

    LadyFree28 replied to GlitterFaerie's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    These classes are what you need as a foundation to higher education. As Commuter pointed out, it would be in your best interest to take those classes, in order to have better placement in college; if...
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    Nursing and the Ebola Virus

    LadyFree28 replied to 0.adamantite's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Guess you have been misinformed. I just went though orientation at my new employer; gloves off
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    BSN Only? Give me a break!!

    LadyFree28 replied to michaelvgrigsby's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    However, that cannot happen due to the fact that there are standards and requirements set forth by the department of education that determine what constitutes an associate vs. baccalaureate education;...
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    what more

    LadyFree28 replied to danlee's topic in General Students

    Take a step back and realize the common denomination in all your situations and posts is YOU, then move forward and seek out active professional assistance-if