ktwlpn

ktwlpn LPN

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  1. Waking up the crabby butts

    ktwlpn replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    We will have to agree to disagree because I do believe alot of people are stoopid and inconsiderate and self -centered. This is the type of patient that expects an IV stick NOT to hurt.That's...

  2. CNAs deserve more appreciation in nursing!

    ktwlpn replied to downsouthlaff's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree-that's why I am bowing out of this thread-it's not worth the aggravation -especially when you consider that the OP has not worked ONE 8 hour shift as a CNA/AIDE. A year from now when they have...

  3. CNAs deserve more appreciation in nursing!

    ktwlpn replied to downsouthlaff's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As an LPN for almost 25 years I have , at times,been considered to be far less then an rn's assistant and you know what? At this point in time I couldn't give a rats orifice.I KNOW what I know,I know...

  4. CNAs deserve more appreciation in nursing!

    ktwlpn replied to downsouthlaff's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was an AIDE for years back before my state had a CNA register.My generation does not consider that demeaning but I can see your point.There are numerous posts on here full of outrage regarding...

  5. Discharge from Hospice

    ktwlpn replied to BabyRN2Be's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Does this person post a blog or something? I'd like to read it if you can post a link -if it's not

  6. Waking up the crabby butts

    ktwlpn replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    People are stoopid-if you are sick enough to warrant hospitilization you need to be monitored-theoretically you could go south at any time.WHY o why is being scared,sick,overwhelmed etc a valid excuse...

  7. Sexual Harrashment towards Men in the nursing profession!

    ktwlpn replied to Ev1987's topic in Men in Nursing

    If I witnessed what I perceived to be sexual harassment towards a peer I would take them aside and ask them if they were uncomfortable.If so then I would offer my support as a witness and encourage...

  8. Family pushing antidepressants...why won't I agree??

    ktwlpn replied to Lucky724's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Your depressive thought process it self-defeating.That's what makes the disease so tough to treat.You need to seek counseling from a mental health professional and as others have said if you had...

  9. LPN Program in Jeopardy of Closure

    ktwlpn replied to Aimeelynn1's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I attended a private high school my sophomore year that was closed ($$$) I remember how devastated we all were. Ya gotta do what ya gotta do-good luck.Keep us

  10. LPN Program in Jeopardy of Closure

    ktwlpn replied to Aimeelynn1's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    What is the reason they say they may close the program? If it's purely fiscal I doubt anything will change their mind, but you never know. Schools are cutting programs all across the country.Good...

  11. Can LVN be MDS with less than 1 year work experience

    ktwlpn replied to rosyLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congrats-I expect they will give you excellent training since MDS is so important .We have very little face to face interaction with ours now-everything is computerized .Occ. they will ask us for a...

  12. LVN scope of practice for IV therapy in TX

    ktwlpn replied to Crystalish1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Go to the website of the Texas Board of Nursing for a start.Your scope of practice is interesting-it's written very differently from my state

  13. Is it something in the water? Inappropriate/rude patients.

    ktwlpn replied to dudette10's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It's not just nursing-it's everywhere.I can't stop for a gallon of milk without witnessing rude,thoughless or inconsiderate behavior.What has happened to the human

  14. How can I make Rocephin I'm hurt less???

    ktwlpn replied to nurse_tnb's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    " lot of LTCs still aren't doing IVs. And if she has any degree of dementia the attendant disinhibition will cause her to howl like a hurt child." No IV's at my...

  15. MA v.s LPN on job availability alone

    ktwlpn replied to Thujone's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I can only answer that question in my local area-MA's are hired more in physician's offices around here and the turn over seems low.Full time job with bennies are still hard to find but an LPN can...

  16. PA scope of practice for LPN. IV pushes?

    ktwlpn replied to horrorxgirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    " The LPN is not authorized to administer the following intravenous fluids: (A) Antineoplastic agents. (B) Blood and blood products. © Total parenteral nutrition. (D) Titrated medications and...

  17. Things you'd LOVE to tell coworkers...and get away with it!

    ktwlpn replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When you refer to the cna's on the unit as "my cna's" many find it demeaning.No-they do not belong to you-they work WITH you and they are part of the team.They have the same goal you do and that is to...

  18. "I Read the News Today, Oh Boy..."

    ktwlpn replied to Havin' A Party!'s topic in General Nursing

    Here another one for you that's sure to burn a hole in your head and mak you forget the other song...A little "Safety Dance" just for you. We can dance if we...

  19. Pregnancy and dismissal from nursing school

    ktwlpn replied to Bronxtale's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Your baby's health is the most important thing here-Talk to the director and find out exactly when you can re-join the program if you go into labor and miss another clinical day.I had a classmate in...

  20. Gen X,Gen Y,baby boomers in the work place

    ktwlpn posted a topic in General Nursing

    What are your experiences at work with your co-workers from different generations? As a Gen Xer I try very ,very hard to remain energetic and flexible. I really don't want to be labeled "the old...

  21. She actually said it! Yay for my instructor!

    ktwlpn replied to grownuprosie's topic in General Students

    I wish that approach would be carried over into real life because those people are everywhere! I work with several.I am going to start saying 'Off topic-off topic" everywhere I go...You can't get...

  22. Does ANYONE know of LPN-RN Reputibale Programs?

    ktwlpn replied to nursebonbon's topic in LPN to RN

    Tell me where "Reputibale" is and someone may be able to help

  23. Encouraging social interation in elderly.

    ktwlpn replied to Capp's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If a resident was a loner all of their life prior you aren't going to change that and in LTC they have the right to choose what they do or don't want to participate

  24. Do nurses get holidays off?

    ktwlpn replied to Jmiami's topic in General Nursing

    I will admit that I CAN get a little hostile and not just over this issue.I find my self getting more and more intolerant of ill-behaved kids everywhere I go.I have been tripped by too many running...

  25. Heartbroken. Ball was dropped BIG TIME. Advice?

    ktwlpn replied to cmcervantes63's topic in General Nursing

    My advice is- don't focus on your anger at the situation to the extent that you don't process your grief. YES-the SNF should have called you, gotten the info to the ED and the ED should have contacted...