LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    LadyFree28 replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I must've missed it
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    Ever Been Recognized?

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

    No one has "outed" me. So I guess I am safe...for
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    in a BSN program can I sit for my LPN or ADN NCLEX

    LadyFree28 replied to Reese2012's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you tried to contact your state's BON? Most states want individuals to sit for their NCLEX in an approved program in order to sit for the NCLEX; in this case, it would have to be an approved PN...
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    My best friend is now a patient on the floor I work on

    LadyFree28 replied to EmergencyChocolate's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    THIS. I don't understand why they are "stumped" either... Does your workplace have HIPPA training, as well as a risk department to contact if you have any questions? Try to go through HR or risk...
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    Pearson Vue Trick - Website Update (Good pop up still alive)

    LadyFree28 replied to BSN1986's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If you had the money, then you would've been out 200 dollars, FURTHER solidifying said "trick".
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    What Docs Don't Understand About Nurses

    LadyFree28 replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have worked alongside physicians and student who WANT (yes want) to have their schooling similar to nursing school; their response was to fully immerse themselves into interacting with their pts,...
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    Goodbye...

    LadyFree28 replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Agree... More posters should pay attention to my siggy line, instead kicking doors. I'm sure it'll settle down after a while...I chalk it up to seasonal changes and the
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    Goodbye...

    LadyFree28 replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Eh, it may be that time of year to go into "hibernation". Your body of work is still here. Come back
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    How MANY shoes do you use for work?

    LadyFree28 replied to NightBloomCereus's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have too many work shoes to count; I think I'm up to eight pairs of Danskos, however, I at least have three that I rotate during the week to prevent foot
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    So dietitians can now write orders: Denial of rights.

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

    THIS. Is there a way for you to clarify *what* the "order" actually was without revealing too
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    HELP!! Dismissed from BSN & looking for a new school in NY - TRANSFER NURSING MAJOR

    LadyFree28 replied to FutureRNx3's topic in General Students

    THIS. I failed out of a ADN program and went on to successfully complete a PN program; I was instantly eligible for pre-licensure RN programs after graduation and PN licensure; I even enjoyed many...
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    Please stop! Little things that are just bad practice.

    LadyFree28 replied to JBudd's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Yes...even some coworkers will do it as well, in my
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    Would you do this...? Thoughts....

    LadyFree28 replied to amoLucia's topic in General Nursing

    I had one years ago..I had such a horrible reaction when they pulled it-I vomited all night and had the worst dry heaves and mucous production that I feel the pain of anyone who has
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    Some of Us Are Trying to Help You...

    LadyFree28 replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think the conundrum is that so many schools and facilities are dealing with the big L (liability) that some students sit on their hands and don't get the best experience, unfortunately. I am...
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    Feel like I'm forgetting everything :(

    LadyFree28 replied to asang21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you thought of taking a refresher course? What were your areas of weakness? The issue may not necessarily the source of the review, but how one approaches the NCLEX itself: understanding the...
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    You did not just do that?!

    LadyFree28 replied to Girlafraid13's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

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    Would you do this...? Thoughts....

    LadyFree28 replied to amoLucia's topic in General Nursing

    To answer the question:
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    Need help!!!! i have failed NCLEX four times

    LadyFree28 replied to tunapson's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The NCSBN website has a breakdown of what questions are categorized in the four concepts; also Kaplan gives strategies on those particular concepts; I used Saunders NCLEX flash cards which broke down...
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    When a Mom Miscarries

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

    So did
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    Average Work Week For a Nurse

    LadyFree28 replied to GlitterFaerie's topic in General Nursing

    THIS. I have worked 4-10s, 2-16s, 3-12s, two-four days/week, one day a week, seven days and then off seven. Right now I staff myself when I want to work-LOVE my
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    OMG, is it only the second day of nursing school????

    LadyFree28 replied to SeattleJess's topic in General Students

    I tackled both my PN and pre-licensure BSN programs by focusing on the pages that we were required to read, and some of the "recommended reading" texts (have great additional info and strategies to...
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    How to overcome low morale in my dream workplace

    LadyFree28 replied to Cmoss's topic in General Nursing

    THIS. What YOU make of your career is what YOU make of it...find ways to harness the positive side, and ask questions of what nurses would like to see happen, and see what you can do about it. Just...
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    Need help!!!! i have failed NCLEX four times

    LadyFree28 replied to tunapson's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The issue may not necessarily the source of the review, but how one approaches the NCLEX itself: understanding the four concepts of becoming a competent, entry-level nurse: 1. Safe, effective care;...
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    best i quit or fired story

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

    I'm sure you didn't because...it's downright unsafe. In all my years I wouldn't even TRY to do that; I'll take a third job and work every day before I try two 12's in one
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    Silly random nursing thoughts, one sentence, NO JUDGMENTAL FOLKS ALLOWED

    LadyFree28 replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    Yikes.