LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    Legal terms in nursing?

    LadyFree28 replied to nurs15's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Google is your best friend; however, do you have any nursing texts that have this information? I know my nursing texts had this
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    Are the name brand designer scrubs worth it?

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

    I have a mix of the name brand; and I do use store brand-depending on the store brand; some are not made in the best fabric. I like Cherokee workwear and Dickies ; the best store-brand that I have...
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    I think I'm going to quit during orientation

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

    THIS. Look here on AN for "Brain sheets" and tailor it to what you need that will help you become organized. Also, not every preceptor is ready or a good fit; however, continuing to have honest...
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    In light of the recent NETY thread that was closed...

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

    What an appropriate unofficial idea! I don't think necessarily that people who post here are trolling; some come on here, don't browse, then post with a chip on their shoulder. *shrugs* Some haven't...
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    Are you a nurse with "alternative" spiritual beliefs?

    LadyFree28 replied to GadgetRN71's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Sometimes that's the beauty of learning religious texts in an academic setting; I have had the fortunate opportunity to engage in reading the Bible, the Koran, and the Torah, as well as Budda's...
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    nursing eating young

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    How am I answering your question? Do you not appreciate
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    nursing eating young

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    Oh dear, you have NO idea. Again, spend time looking at posts and look at my siggy line...no need for the chip. Best
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    Jobs before graduation

    LadyFree28 replied to 2k15NurseExtern4u's topic in General Nursing

    I actually started looking for a job AFTER graduation, not because I wanted to, but in my area saturated with nurses, I kept getting rejection letters and blocked from going further in the application...
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    Is it legal to have RN's use full name on badge?

    LadyFree28 replied to nitrorocket's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    THIS. I NEVER had a pt or a family member stalk me. EVER. Now, ask me about a crazy ex, then I'll have a story for
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    Is it legal to have RN's use full name on badge?

    LadyFree28 replied to nitrorocket's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Or may not be paying attention, or have SS
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    RN Report Sheet 20 patients

    LadyFree28 replied to WoodsieRN's topic in General Nursing

    That's a good start... To add: try to organize the sheet according to needs; ie, Blood Glusose, Vitals, wounds, treatments, Feeds taken down and/or put up, dialysis pts, etc. to help organize time...
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    nursing eating young

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    In what way are they being mean? There's no tone on the Internet... Instead of thinking one is being "mean", how about understanding where they are coming from? Look at their responses in forums,...
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    nursing eating young

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    Thank
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    I HATE bedside nursing

    LadyFree28 replied to Sabr's topic in Medical-Surgical

    That's the beauty of our business; there is nursing EVERYWHERE. But remember, there are going to be rules, regs, and personalities and viewpoints that can be challenging; learning how to respond to...
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    nursing eating young

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    OP, can you please use the quote, or at least list the person who you are responding to? That way you questions could be answered by the person you are responding to.
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    nursing eating young

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes the "snatching" is to prevent undue harm to the patient; I have done this and have had it done to me; in hindsight, it was to prevent or prolong complications..it was never about me or that...
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    Indecisive

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    The best way to find out is to research the market; look on Indeed.com or Glassdoor.com to figure out what listings are in your area for LPNs; then look up salary findings for LPNs in your
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    patient's making false allegation

    LadyFree28 replied to teeroze201069's topic in General Nursing

    WOW. (((HUGS))) Sounds like they were finding reasons to get rid of you. Sending positive
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    Indecisive

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    To me, being a LPN may lead one to pursue higher roles in the nursing model; you may find yourself going beyond that license. I did once I wanted to be certified in my specialty (Pediatrics and...
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    Indecisive

    LadyFree28 replied to shermainenevels's topic in General Nursing

    I would go with the community college; less money for an optimum education, especially if you want to "try" nursing. I will say it won't be a cakewalk, but it was one of the best decisions that I...
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    Resigning and the Incessant "Why?"

    LadyFree28 replied to technofreak's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    "New opportunity for personal career growth" would sum it up nicely. Remain professional, and just countdown until that new opportunity. It's almost over.
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    Failed out of BSN Program, What Now?

    LadyFree28 replied to JB131's topic in General Students

    OP, that's the beauty if the Internet, look around and see that these posters are educators and parents themselves-that's what happens when you engage enough on these boards and enough threads where...
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    Do you believe that socioeconomics and educations are biggest factors?

    LadyFree28 replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    Carry on...nothing to feed
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    Difficulty finding a job as a new graduate RN in Philadelphia area

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

    Have you looked on craigslist, as well as the Philadelphia health department? They may be looking for nurses in their public health department. Craigslist has a couple of places that hire new grads,...
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    Difficulty finding a job as a new graduate RN in Philadelphia area

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

    I know of one co-worker who took a year to find a job...in a nursing home; she is currently a supervisor now, so people do get jobs in the Philadelphia, PA area, even after a year. My only suggestion...