LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    Worst semester ever!

    LadyFree28 replied to springchick1's topic in General Students

    This. My spring semester of my final year had me mad to the point of tears; I didn't let them see me sweat though; I was beyond relief to be able to see the next semester; I was SURE I was not going...
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    I failed Again.. I am so frustrated.

    LadyFree28 replied to NurseKis'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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    lvn to RN or LVN to BSN

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

    The best way to find out is to research your area employers and ask about their hiring practices; as well as think about your fruit plans; think about the unexpected as well. Personally, I went for my...
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    Post-interview thank you notes - do you or don't you?

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

    Well, I'm one of those who may or may not send a thank you note or email; I usually didn't send one and I still was offered a position I interviewed for. At my most recent interview, I was offered a...
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    Enough is enough or is it?

    LadyFree28 replied to apnurserock's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I am TOTALLY confused...I was expecting a vent; what did anyone with Down Syndrome do to the
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    Episode of Care

    LadyFree28 replied to desjam's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    How about writing the background of the pt first; for your example risk for falls would have the assessment, which would include the pt's background; the diagnosis and goals, the interventions and the...
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    LTC facility trying to fire me over refusing to take on 50 residents

    LadyFree28 replied to NurseGeorgiapeach's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The thing is that most of us DO wish because on night shift 60 is the norm on night shift; it is many nurses reality, and we are going to do what's best for the pt, despite the conditions; we still...
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    LTC facility trying to fire me over refusing to take on 50 residents

    LadyFree28 replied to NurseGeorgiapeach's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Most nurses are trying to make for safer staffing in LTC; the roadblock is most of these companies have their hands into a legislators back pocket, at the state and federal level. Believe me, most...
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    LadyFree28 replied to RN403's topic in General Nursing

    At this point, I don't list my employer, but I do list that I'm an RN. I am thinking about changing it if I accept this new job; I have plans to remain in their system, so I'll list the system and...
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    Lets play the drug of choice game

    LadyFree28 replied to 30days2nclex's topic in General Students

    Avonex for Multiple Sclerosis. (I got a MS med question on the NCLEX. ) Amantadine for
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    Help..

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

    A PN program may be faster, however, there is a TON of information that is packed in the program; math and science is a HUGE part of the program; there are math and science concepts that are important...
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    Just Take Your @#*! Break!!!

    LadyFree28 replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    THIS would be the only time I would put a break on hold, otherwise, I'm scheduling a
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    redirecting to old threads

    LadyFree28 replied to OnlinePersona's topic in General Nursing

    I'm guess I'm one of those "rude" people, as well; however, I will continue to direct people because some people like to sign up without even figuring out how to utilize the site. Granted, there are...
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    Medical Assistants being called nurses

    LadyFree28 replied to Ethicsrn4life's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have been fortunate that my previous physician always stated "The Certified Medical Assistant will be with you to ....blah, blah, blah"; I'm was starting to think that she did it because I'm a nurse...
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    going back to school and nursing... stressed out

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

    First...Breathe... You are right, Nursing does involve the individual to be at a higher standard due to the nature of the career-managing people's lives competently and safely. With that being said;...
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    Bumped,Prereqs- Still looking for any and all help

    LadyFree28 replied to Mrsbeatty2be's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    7-week courses are only offered in the summer sessions, at least at CCP; I don't know about Bucks. FWIW, most of these courses are best utilized during the 14 week semester, although they may be a few...
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    RN

    LadyFree28 replied to chicho's topic in General Nursing

    Oh
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    Plan to go on to RN?

    LadyFree28 replied to freesia29's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My plan was always to be an RN; I started on the PN path because I did not succeed in an ADN program-also once I got I to the program, I had misgivings about going to school for four years and not...
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    discriminated

    LadyFree28 replied to SU2013's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    THIS. I would search these topics as well, even if they are older; I'm not too sure if some who have experienced this will be willing to rehash
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    Coworker dies unexpectedly.....

    LadyFree28 replied to Ruas61's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sorry for your loss!!!
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    I have a problem

    LadyFree28 replied to Bigmaine33's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    They may be talking about national accreditation such as ACEN and CCNE; most PN programs are not nationally accredited, but are BON approved. My LPN pre-req's were not transferred over; however, I...
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    Got into nursing school....Should I wait?!?!

    LadyFree28 replied to theeemmakate34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There are so many apps and programs out there to learn Spanish. Go through nursing school, learn Spanish, then find a way to immerse yourself as a nurse by working in under served areas of this...
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    Pointclickcare

    LadyFree28 replied to sonya porter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Is there a way for you to get training for it? During my orientation, I got PCC
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    Rant:How NOT to be a nurse

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

    THIS. Do not pass go; let administration know what happened, FACTUALLY, like
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    That ominous CC page...

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

    I didn't get one after I