LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    rnmsn

    LadyFree28 replied to Lpedotto's topic in General Nursing

    This. What are you trying to
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    What is your favorite thing about being an Lpn??

    LadyFree28 replied to futurerpn4lfe's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The best I liked about being a LPN is the various different settings I was able to work in: Home Health (which includes home visits and private duty), Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon (I know how to put...
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    2014 Double tubed stethoscopes vs single

    LadyFree28 replied to RNgypsy03's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    This. I found a single lumen to be superior; maybe because I paid for the right
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    Dealing with well-meaning but stupid questions?

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

    This would be your best comeback line...let those who are a non factor in your life with the low information level they are communicating with occupy your space...most people have NO idea how much...
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    Hard Time Dealing With Patient Rights

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

    Ok... My approaches have been working for about 15 years; I will continue to NOT let competent people lay in their own excrement; and ethically intervene and continue to allow my assertiveness and...
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    5 year BSN programs - alarming

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

    This. I actually considered this program, but went with another program because I was working full time as a LPN. If anything, their model should the norm, especially for those entering that do not...
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    What to do: ED physician brought dog to work

    LadyFree28 replied to skinzvictory's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    This. The OP has to remember what capacity they are in; however, having such a "concern"; I say to tread lightly-sometimes being in a guest position gives one FAR less information, just speaking from...
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    I may not pass Pharm any suggestions on how to do well on tests?

    LadyFree28 replied to Reese2012's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What helped me pass pharm was the Success Series Pharmacology review, as well as Pharm Phlash cards-AN has really good ones as Esme has posted the link already. Applying the knowledge to the questions...
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    LPN making 70,000 a year

    LadyFree28 replied to athenaspell2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    How do YOU know it's not being met?? Are you a part of a standards and practice committee? have you evaluated across the country compared transition to practice? I'm just wondering where your...
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    How long do Titer Test results take?

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

    This.. I got my titres done at my PCP; total turnaround was three
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    Can a Nurse Punch a Patient in Self-Defense?

    LadyFree28 replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    This. I have been threatened; it had been about almost 10 years ago, but it was pt transitioning through dementia stages and threatened to "smash my head against the wall and watch it bleed" mind you...
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    Hard Time Dealing With Patient Rights

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

    Here lies the issue: it is not always black and white; especially when again, just because a person sounds coherent or communication may be not up to par; you can leave someone in their own excrement...
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    Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

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

    To add: research the areas you are interested in working, whether they hire LPNs, and make an informed decision. Good
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    Trying to understand difference between LPN and RN practice....

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

    The scope of the practical nurse varies by state; also depending on the area whether LPNs are utilized in hospitals. Pay will also vary; again, depending on the state, urban vs. rural, etc. In my...
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    Happy birthday to me! 35 years old and a new nurse!

    LadyFree28 replied to karrie79's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats!
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    What are the REAL limitations between an RN AND a LPN?

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

    ^This. In my state, LPNs are able to be IV therapy certified, to the point if even accessing Central Lines. The scope of practice expanded in LPNs hanging blood products. The line of scope still...
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    Hard Time Dealing With Patient Rights

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

    Not necessarily... There are times where a pt is mentally incompetent, yet can appear to be conversing in "normalities" and without complying with treatment will have greater complications, skin...
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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 OP has already clarified: Even in a complex skilled unit, 45 is actually do able. EVEN on separate units; not ideal, but it's not against the law, unfortunately. The OP would be alone; or at...
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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

    Maybe it's me, but the norm on night shift is 1:60 ratio with three CNAs at my facility; and the max norm going for my area; 45 is WAYY better than the ratio at my facility. My only concern is not...
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    Med-surg, tele or rehab for 1st job?

    LadyFree28 replied to NightBloomCereus's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Don't count out Rehab... You will be surprised how many post-OPs and traumatic injuries that a Rehab unit gets; it not just the stroke pt; Rehab is a vast amount of pts with various system issues...
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    LPN making 70,000 a year

    LadyFree28 replied to athenaspell2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    As a former LPN, I didn't "just" get "bedside training"...care plans and thinking like a nurse were part of the educational piece, even patient teaching. My "arena" has been policy making, education,...
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    Allheart company

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

    My shipping has been no more than 8 dollars; sometimes free, so maybe it's the type of shipping
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    Allheart company

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

    This. I've used allheart for 14 years. No
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    Am I Being Bullied?

    LadyFree28 replied to wendey's topic in General Students

    This...there's perception, and then REALITY...and even then that's
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    LPN/LVN Clinical Questions

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

    To add: Peds was Pediatric Procedure and Clinic. I also rotated through the OR as