LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    Difference between nursing skills and tasks?

    LadyFree28 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing tasks are defined as demonstrative competency of procedures meaning, they are step-by-step instructions and evaluated through hands-on measures; such things as making a bed, suctioning, simple...
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    Will I ever be good at this?

    LadyFree28 replied to amzyRN's topic in Emergency

    Agree. My AHA!!! Moment came 6 months into working in the ED; I still mess up occasionally, but I keep
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    A simple reminder of why we do what we do, for everyone to reflect

    LadyFree28 replied to Bedside_Life RN's topic in General Nursing

    Why can one just say "I make a difference" in response to that question? And even that phrase alone comes off presumptuous. I don't miss breaks, my family doesn't miss dinner. I use my critical...
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    NCLEX RN

    LadyFree28 replied to caine143's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You are most likely to pass the NCLEX.
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    Nurse Resigns by Sending 'I Quit' Cake to Her Employer

    LadyFree28 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in General Nursing

    Despite the delivery...I like
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    6/26 WILTW: Littlefinger's smirk makes me feel violated

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I hope so too!!! Positive
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    Nurses are not in high demand!

    LadyFree28 replied to VAMPRISS1973's topic in General Nursing

    I think most SNF nurses transition well into the hospital is due to the high amount of organization, prioritizing, delegation and learning how to use how to assess without technology (at least in my...
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    Nurses are not in high demand!

    LadyFree28 replied to VAMPRISS1973's topic in General Nursing

    This was EXACTLY what I did c.2013; it took me 8 months to find a job; had to regroup from said job and specialty (critical care), and went right into a nursing home, from nursing home to pediatric...
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    Hands off my vent!!

    LadyFree28 replied to adventure_rn's topic in Critical Care

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    6/26 WILTW: Littlefinger's smirk makes me feel violated

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    you are eligible for Medicare after 22 months of not working. I felt it was a godsend in terms of seeing doctors and not having to pay out I've pocket at least 30 percent; some of my bills were 5...
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    Failed Nursing School

    LadyFree28 replied to nur_journey's topic in General Students

    You may have to sit out a few years besides getting back into a program. Before trying another program, get the required test exam review books before taking the exam again and make mock tests to be...
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    Fellow student=back stabbed?

    LadyFree28 replied to esrun77's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    No so. If there is a person that I peer interview or someone I worked with at a previous facility, I DO get asked what I think about the person, how well did they do, etc. I even wasn't involved in a...
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    6/26 WILTW: Littlefinger's smirk makes me feel violated

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats!!!
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    Commuters

    LadyFree28 replied to Ginger702's topic in General Students

    I commuted all my 12 years of schooling...from "pre-nursing", PN and my BSN programs. I made flash cards and notes on concepts in the nursing process format; listened to lectures on tape (dating...
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    Lateral violence

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

    I just wanted to quote this again...very well said. Sometimes one has to sift through the BS and see if it is true and take steps to improve. Is this the first time this has happened? If you decide...
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    I need a mentor

    LadyFree28 replied to Ginger702's topic in General Students

    What school is this? A "proprietary school"? I'm only asking because, most programs, diploma, community college and university programs have a minimum before you can return, and four times is WELL...
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    Seeking real assistance here

    LadyFree28 replied to EstrellaAzul's topic in Nursing Career

    Well said. I also agree talking to a therapist is a great option to help you sift through thoughts and help you figure out how to respond to situations; it helped me tremendously during my...
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    6/26 WILTW: Littlefinger's smirk makes me feel violated

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I've had PTSD for 8 years; I have successfully been discharged from my trauma therapist since the beginning of May; I plan to do a few "checking in sessions" to help cope; I also still see a...
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    LPN to RN.. how was it for you?

    LadyFree28 replied to amh_LPN_ student's topic in LPN to RN

    I worked as an LPN for five years prior to entering a BSN program; in my area, a BSN will get one at the top of the pile. I obtained an associates degree before I entered my PN program that had all...
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    6/26 WILTW: Littlefinger's smirk makes me feel violated

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I learned: I still get triggered but can handle any DV, or PTSD pts; being proactive in their journey by educating, supporting and giving resources about the "experience", while not putting myself in...
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    Where do ER RNs typically move onto?

    LadyFree28 replied to muhammadmq's topic in Emergency

    Quality
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    Anyone successfully challenge the boards?

    LadyFree28 replied to Lilfrankenstein's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Since you have decided to "recap", you still haven't answered my additional question: if you can not find a job as a LVN in CA, what are you going to do?? As far as female anatomy...I couldn't resist...
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    Dating Coworkers

    LadyFree28 replied to Wake88's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I've known people who are dating and worked together; one couple ended up leaving and working somewhere else in different departments, another got married and work professionally as far as I seen. As...
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    Nursing student asks nurses the question..

    LadyFree28 replied to 2bNurseDR.T's topic in General Nursing

    I know you didn't, but many fall into the fallacy that having knowledge and competency in "nursing skills" "counts" for something, when in reality, there are caregivers that are trained in such those...
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    Anyone successfully challenge the boards?

    LadyFree28 replied to Lilfrankenstein's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've been a nurse for 11 years...I STILL get butterflies and have to meditate prior to walking into the floor-more so because I am in a new specialty...one have to be prepared for ANYTHING and...