LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    How to get a job working with babies

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

    Reality does not equate to negativity. Shedding light on what you will undergo in nursing school from people who BTDT gives you a better insight; your concern is such a minute detail, you must...
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    "nurse" has been charged with scalding two year old

    LadyFree28 replied to 1wellnessnurse's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    This...said it better than I could have. Add me to one who had taken care of a child with similar burns and the subsequent PTSD the child faced...my prayers are to this child and the
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    Caring for Obese Patients

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

    THIS. That is the main issue; the advocating for a "no lift" facility... I found max assist pts more of an issue than bariatric pts. I also have worked in "no lift" facilities; this should be the...
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    How to get a job working with babies

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

    The beauty of threads is that once you post, one can contribute to it...even if the intent is to help you gain insight; my post is from a POV as a Peds nurse, as well as a healthcare worker who has...
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    failed nclex pn 5 times!

    LadyFree28 replied to renee63's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Memorizing questions won't cut it OP Are you looking at your performance reports? HOW are you exactly studying? The issue may not necessarily the source of the review, but how one approaches the...
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    NICU job market in Philadelphia area

    LadyFree28 replied to runnermomof2's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    The market is tough for new grads; unless you can get a position with your preceptorship experience, you will still be considered a new grad; if you have your BSN, apply to the local Peds hospitals,...
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    How to get a job working with babies

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

    Working in Peds is a WHOLE other set of issues; depending on the hospital, they may do electives there as well...my point being, there a whole boatload of ethical dilemmas in nursing, even working in...
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    RN Boards failed 3x

    LadyFree28 replied to shopgirl571'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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    RN Boards failed 3x

    LadyFree28 replied to shopgirl571's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What were your below and near passing areas? How were you studying
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    Online Rn to Bsn as schools as good as brick and mortar?

    LadyFree28 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Online Distance Learning

    You still have nursing experience; you work with clientele where abnormal is normal; that's enough of a selling point on e you get the BSN-which they don't CARE where you get it from; experience...
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    Online Rn to Bsn as schools as good as brick and mortar?

    LadyFree28 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Online Distance Learning

    This. I live in a neighboring state; they REALLY don't care how you get the BSN; just if you have
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    LPN looking to travel with CNA friend is this idea smart???

    LadyFree28 replied to Ultraposh's topic in Travel

    Before you "go take care of it"; first look on the forums for the states you are interested in; unfortunately there is no nursing shortage, and per my recent experience with looking at travel...
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    "It's Not That Special --

    LadyFree28 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Agreed; the only caveat is Ruby gave very safe advice; just being butt hurt about it doesn't solve anything, especially when one chooses to put their opinions out in the Internet universe; at least in...
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    Nasty nurses II

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

    I remember the post...I think the thread did an unusual turn, but for the most part was OK from most posters perspectives. Oh well, hope this one fizzles out, or at least merge
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    Nasty nurses II

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

    I thought the title was about nurses that weren't hygienically correct; too bad it is about
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    NCLEX Question? READ THIS!

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

    I second THIS...I want
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    What would induce you to participate?

    LadyFree28 replied to bellini's topic in General Students

    Starbucks, instead to the drawing for an iPad mini...I like instant gratification when it comes to
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    Feminism, Nursing, and Gender

    LadyFree28 replied to fakenurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I'm adding a to this!!! At least in my area, and my experiences, I find less of a gender controversy; most of the public (at least 80-90 percent) want their nurse, heck any nurse, period to assess,...
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    Woman sues hospital after med records posted on FaceBook

    LadyFree28 replied to nurseprnRN's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    As far as the nurse, this is when personal beliefs get WAYY far over than
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    Most shocking thing you've seen another nurse do?

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

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    Clinical drama-question about personal property

    LadyFree28 replied to chiasmus100's topic in General Students

    I couldn't
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    Is it me or nursing?

    LadyFree28 replied to c.kelly20's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Indeed. Nursing is not one of those careers with "quick wins"; think of it like the three pigs anology...even when you THINK you know it all, you don't. One had to be open to remaining inquisitive and...
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    Are nurses forced to assist abortions?

    LadyFree28 replied to lookingintoRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Who knows, we would STILL be having this conversation
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    Filipino nurses emigrating to US

    LadyFree28 replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree; but I think the issue here is that importing nurses when there are millions of new grads out of work that are performing at or below the level of new grads is the issue-we REALLY have enough...
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    What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    LadyFree28 replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    OMG. Glad she choose a name that she