LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    Failed nclex rn 3rd time

    LadyFree28 replied to RNsoon2b.'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    How are you studying? How long have you been out of school? Is English a second language? I ask the last two questions because those two factors have a hand in determining how well and the...
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    Lost...

    LadyFree28 replied to pat510's topic in General Nursing

    As far as Pediatric Specialty Care? You can apply now and see what happens; they way want to hire you now; you have 3 months to go-you might be able to start now, or they may want you to start after...
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    Failed NCLEX due to anxiety! Need new review course!!

    LadyFree28 replied to Yogsdaleo,RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If you initially stated that you had a feat of enclosed spaces, then the responses would have been different. Your initial post: If you have a claustrophobic anxiety, then that should've been your...
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    Wonder Wink or Grey's Anatomy scrubs?

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

    I'm not plus size, but curvy; The way that Grey's is cut for my stature (5'3") and body, it's junior sizing for their basic sizes...I've had some challenges with them body wise, however Wonder Wink...
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    Dropping out of nursing school

    LadyFree28 replied to varonte69's topic in General Students

    What type of nursing school are you going to? I didn't have kids when I went to nursing school, so I can't really comment, however, I am curious if you have evening program nursing schools in the...
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    Lost...

    LadyFree28 replied to pat510's topic in General Nursing

    Here is a description of working as a nurse with DHS: DHS:Nurses Job Posting on Indeed.com: RN Pediatric Nursing Intake Coordinator- Masters Prepared, BSN considered - Philadelphia, PA
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    Lost...

    LadyFree28 replied to pat510's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats on your pregnancy! What type of home care do you do? If it is not "high tech", meaning trachs and vents, then yes, the pay will be low in Pediatric Private Duty. I don't know what area you...
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    took nclex.. tried trick within 1 hour of test.. took my money.. is that a definite fail?

    LadyFree28 replied to heartbroken43's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think heartbroken43 has left the
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    WILTW 7/18: I'm tired :\ (complaint department and other things)

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I can-I had such an eventful week! If you want me
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    95 Theses of Healthcare Injustice

    LadyFree28 replied to rearviewmirror's topic in General Nursing

    ^THIS thought process alone has kept me in this business without burnout. Also becoming involved as a healthcare activist has multiplied my commitment to nursing and turning this healthcare business...
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    WILTW 7/18: I'm tired :\ (complaint department and other things)

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    ((((Viva))))
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    Do you feel safe at work?

    LadyFree28 replied to Nurse4babies's topic in General Nursing

    I work in one of the poorest, drug infested violent neighborhoods ranked in the nation. When people threaten to put their effing foot up people's you know what, come after people when they think you...
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    WILTW 7/18: I'm tired :\ (complaint department and other things)

    LadyFree28 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I learned that I can still teach!!! It's kind of a re-learning process; however, being in a new specialty, I still think one can undergo the process where you still have that novice nervousness. It...
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    Comments to make on an Unjust write up?

    LadyFree28 replied to Satsun's topic in General Nursing

    I wonder why nurses don't use incident reports when CNA's delay care of flat out refuse to perform delegated care and supervisors don't do anything... I say this because, I have used incident reports...
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    7/3 WILTW: Brain Development, Standardized Patients and Female Condom

    LadyFree28 replied to A&Ox6's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats!!!
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    RN-BSN SCAM

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

    Avengingspirit has been staring this information for THREE years...I even stated if he has the info, then SHARE. There should be someone at least retired that may feel the need to speak out OR at...
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    Falsely accused of med diversion

    LadyFree28 replied to kindia's topic in General Nursing

    Semantics They are "on her person" (ahem possession) whether locked in her pt's med drawer in her pocket, etc when one states "I held on" to the med: Doesn't diminish the advice
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    Failing 2nd Year

    LadyFree28 replied to armagh94's topic in General Students

    Does your assignment come with a breakdown of what they are grading you on-i.e. a
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    How does one gain experience if experience is required?

    LadyFree28 replied to Jmarty31's topic in General Nursing

    I went to a less desirable area, and worked my way into a ED position within 18 months-I went from LTC, to a post-acute facility, and then a Level I Trauma ED. So either a less desirable, new-grad...
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    took nclex.. tried trick within 1 hour of test.. took my money.. is that a definite fail?

    LadyFree28 replied to heartbroken43's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I understand you were anxious...but you MAY be out of 200 dollars, and still passed-and you can not get that money back... Focus on do some bring else, get ice cream, go to the movies, celebrate the...
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    7/3 WILTW: Brain Development, Standardized Patients and Female Condom

    LadyFree28 replied to A&Ox6's topic in General Nursing

    I have good news too-my reprimand is GONE! I am teaching next week my educational piece to the newbies, and it's on display in the unit for the not so new newbies. My new boss is reaching out to get...
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    Am I a bully?

    LadyFree28 replied to haron54's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As a millennial, you are speaking about the "delicate ones"; if you ever worked with me, you would think I was a COB and probably think I would eat you. There are "entitled" members of every...
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    7/3 WILTW: Brain Development, Standardized Patients and Female Condom

    LadyFree28 replied to A&Ox6's topic in General Nursing

    WOW!!! Congrats!!!
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    Falsely accused of med diversion

    LadyFree28 replied to kindia's topic in General Nursing

    I don't understand returning the controlled med, even when the unit is busy... I remember one night we had a full unit, 16 patients split (away from the usual 1:8 for an acute rehab hospital) busy...
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    Acute care rehab vs hospital

    LadyFree28 replied to andreax4's topic in General Nursing

    Then you need to negotiate for more... When I went from LTC to acute care, I got a 5 dollar increase; and 11 dollar pay cut is a bit much,