LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    How to eat on night shift

    LadyFree28 replied to Birdy2's topic in General Nursing

    When I work nights, I usually pack to graze; I also eat before 3 am let my body's basal metabolism recharge; I eat before I go home or when I get home to help maintain my metabolic balance. Most of...
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    In need of studying advice for the NCLEX!

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

    When I studied for the NCLEX; if I wasn't answering a certain category correctly, I can he my pace to focus on those particular questions after reviewing the rationales; if I didn't understand the...
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    Failed two sciences and I can't get into a nursing program.....is there still any hope?

    LadyFree28 replied to mn00's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    VN courses include A&P as a requirement in order to move forward in the program. There were a few classmates in my program that couldn't move forward because they couldn't understand the...
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    Nursing students eat their young too.

    LadyFree28 replied to Destined4More's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This. Trash talk and competition is not new human nature. Let's not compare to a mythical concept called
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    New Grad - Ain't he special!

    LadyFree28 replied to hppygr8ful's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    He won't last long at this
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    Is the BSN worth it?

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

    This. I started out as an LPN...once I found out I could not get a certification in the specialties that I worked in-Rehab Nursing and Peds-I realized in order to want to truly be an expert in the...
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    Failed, nclex rn 5 times! Help?!?!

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

    This. The NCSBN is an excellent resource and has questions VERY similar to the NCLEX; I used this resource and I know others who used this singularly and passed the first time. I think you have a...
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    No friends at work

    LadyFree28 replied to rn5730's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Emphasis mine-being a "stealth bomber" as my nursing m.o. for years has provided me the respect and social construct for the peers-nurses, doctors and support staff, and everything in between-that I...
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    Low acuity nursing job???

    LadyFree28 replied to wilsonra's topic in Nursing Career

    OP, those specialities that you speak of are high acuity as well; pts are sicker and have complex issues as well; I suggest you go over to those threads to have a more realistic picture. There is no...
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    LadyFree28 replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    I agree to this point-and psycho/sociopath can develop at a very young age-it depends on environmental and social factors, or even can be a biological pathology. I will also point out that most of the...
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    LadyFree28 replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    An unknown amount...but if I needed to speculatively quantify it-
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    Quest for more cash, what are my options as an RN?

    LadyFree28 replied to mhy12784's topic in General Nursing

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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    LadyFree28 replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    But here's the thing...it IS happening; people who have shown to be productive citizens who willing admit to their crimes may or may not be granted licensure-it is done on a case by case basis, while...
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    Quest for more cash, what are my options as an RN?

    LadyFree28 replied to mhy12784's topic in General Nursing

    For me, working as an independent contractor while having a steady W-2 job worked for me for years; I also worked as an IC for many years and that helped
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    LadyFree28 replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    Yes we have standards, but if those who we unknowingly have engaged in gross moral turpitude and other infractions have been cleared to practice and have upheld our standards, then, what
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    Convicted of murder as a teen and now a nurse

    LadyFree28 replied to TheGooch's topic in General Nursing

    But does that becomes a moot point when these same people that we don't know (or even if we find out) are upholding their
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    should i worry yet

    LadyFree28 replied to Meg86an's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Call back the facility if they don't call by 12
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    Help! I have to precept a new grad who already knows it all....but not really.

    LadyFree28 replied to GOMER-RN's topic in General Nursing

    Sending positive vibes that it
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    Bullied

    LadyFree28 replied to Ruthangel1970's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This. What you have explained is that she is expressing accommodations for her orientee to orient to nights; I don't see it has a swipe at you. Has she not helped you when you asked for help? Not take...
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    How to survive nursing?

    LadyFree28 replied to %63theend's topic in Nursing Career

    To be clear, it may be that you are not explaining yourself clearly. Based on your posting, like I stated before, it seems as though you are discouraging the use of our knowledge to assist with the...
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    Bumping into a full sharp container

    LadyFree28 replied to yeezimiller's topic in General Nursing

    I have no idea because they are locked up...for safety
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    LTC experience is worse than no experience? True/false?

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

    I had LTC experience before I got my current job...didn't hurt my chances at all. :) The only time I heard it being detrimental or a "curses" was on these message boards, however IRL, it helped me...
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    Journey to the Ultimate Career.

    LadyFree28 replied to conley201's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It depends; it depends on timing-meaning if the class is open; and how many pre req's you need; most pre-req's are similar; with a class or two more or less. Some take a year, some take two, it...
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    FAILED NCLEX RN

    LadyFree28 replied to maliniletap's topic in General Students

    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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    Need Help with IV Insertion

    LadyFree28 replied to bruceirving's topic in General Nursing

    This. Remain pt for the flash, level and advance slightly, then slide the catheter off the needle. What also helped me was getting a feel of advancing the catheter; one of the tips I was advised was...