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    How to become a Hospice Nurse

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am a new LPN and I am going back to school for my BSN this fall. I have a huge interest in becoming a Hospice Nurse and I wanted to know if you have to get any sort of special certifications etc....
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    Accountable Healthcare Staffing in Lake Mary Florida

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in Home Health

    Hey there! I just received a call back from this staffing company that I had applied to less than a week ago. I live in Orlando FL and I was wondering if anyone has heard anything about this staffing...
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    Dumb ways to die ... a video

    Mrsearly2009 replied to heron's topic in Emergency

    Too
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    Does anyone have any advice on LPN pay here in Florida?

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    Hi there! I was looking for advice on how much an LPN makes on average here in Orlando, FL. I have been doing some research about the average pay for a new nurse and it varies. Please share any advice...
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    How long was you orientation traing when you started in LTC?

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well I have been working the last few days at my new job in LTC. It is a bit overwhelming and I have been shadowing 3 different nurses over the last 6 days. Here is my issue, next weekend they want me...
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    What should I bring with me on my first day in LTC?

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Tomorrow is my first day at my new job as an LPN and I was wondering what are some of your daily items that you bring to work with you other than a stethoscope, pen, mini note pad, pen light, bandage...
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    change in pt condition - what to do?

    Mrsearly2009 replied to miniangel729's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Esme12 those worksheet are amazing!!! I printed them out and thanks for posting
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    From a simple foster mom...

    Mrsearly2009 replied to dsb_fam's topic in General Nursing

    This article is so sweet and amazing. I have a special needs child of my own who is 5 years old and this article reminds me of all of the amazing people out there like you, who inspire me to do my...
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    Just a Floor Nurse

    Mrsearly2009 replied to LTCNS's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This is so true!!!!! We are under appreciated, used, abused, overworked and it is quite sad. I love being a nurse but there are times when I ask myself "what did you get yourself into?" Today we had 5...
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    Collaboration....

    Mrsearly2009 replied to mindlor's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This what nursing is all
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    Are you responsible to purchase your own supplies?

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Just wondering if you are responsible for purchasing your own medical supplies such as dressings, bedpans, chux, diapers etc for the hospice patients that you see on your shift? Tomorrow is my first...
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    Are you responsible to purchase your own supplies?

    Mrsearly2009 replied to Mrsearly2009's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    LOL!!!! Thank you!! I am glad to hear that I won't have to worry about that.
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    Could you please say a prayer for me? I will be testing today

    Mrsearly2009 replied to shar pei's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Prayers and lots of love going your way!!!! You totally got this in the
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    Are nurses blue or white collar workers?

    Mrsearly2009 replied to digitiminimi's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It does not matter what color collar anyone wears because all of us work hard and make sacrifices to be where we are at today. We are educated and have careers so I personally do not put myself in a...
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    How many Prereqs will I need for my BSN?

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in LPN to RN

    I am looking for advice on how many prereq classes it will take for my BSN. I do understand that every school is different but I am just looking to get a general idea so I can start taking these...
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    How many Prereqs will I need for my BSN?

    Mrsearly2009 replied to Mrsearly2009's topic in LPN to RN

    Thank you so much. The list you gave me is pretty much a standard for most schools and if you opt to go the private school route, they told me that they have a few classes their school requires you to...
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    Energy drink to use for nclex rn thingyyy...

    Mrsearly2009 replied to maia718's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My favorite energy drink is the Mountain Dew Amp or any type of Redbull. In nursing school my teacher would say that a Redbull and A snickers was the breakfast of champions, lol. Good luck with your...
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    Accountable Healthcare Staffing in Lake Mary Florida

    Mrsearly2009 replied to Mrsearly2009's topic in Home Health

    My pay as a new grad is $20 an hour. It really depends on where you work, shift differentials, experience etc. I lucked out because I work LTC so they tend to pay a bit more than most places but it...
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    Accountable Healthcare Staffing in Lake Mary Florida

    Mrsearly2009 replied to Mrsearly2009's topic in Home Health

    KateRN1- I made it clear as day to this staffing agency that I was a new grad fresh out of school and they still offered me a position anyway. I plan on discussing this position in detail and find out...
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    Can I do the LPN TO BSN through ISU without TCN?

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in Indiana State University

    Hi there! I am an LPN that is looking to return to school for my BSN. I do not have any pre-reqs and I am looking to start school ASAP. ISU looks like a promising school and I would like any...
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    CLEP Exam Advice

    Mrsearly2009 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am an LPN with no pre-reqs and looking to return to school ASAP. Should I try to CLEP out of the basic classes and then move on to my BSN? Thanks for the
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    CLEP Exam Advice

    Mrsearly2009 replied to Mrsearly2009's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have seen some of the other threads about TCN and I will not sign up with them. I am looking into CLEP testing out of as many GEN ED classes that I can and doing the rest at whatever school I end up...
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    Where are the FL BON Approved RN Refresher Courses

    Mrsearly2009 replied to RN In FL's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hey there! I found this on the Department of Health website as a pdf file. Hope it helps and good luck. Florida Board of Nursing Approved Remedial Courses The Board office will only accept an original...
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    Is 2 hr medical error c.e course requirement??

    Mrsearly2009 replied to breeqt's topic in Florida Nursing

    Yes it is required in the State of Florida. My Medication Errors Course was completed while I was in school. Contact your school to see if they have it on
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    Salary for Florida Nurses

    Mrsearly2009 replied to AlexisNicole's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am a new LPN grad in Orlando and I just got a job offer for $20 an hour plus a $2 shift differential for working