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  1. Salary?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to FutureLPNty's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I started working as a LPN in 2013 with a starting salary of $21.00. Now with a bit of experience here at my new place, I make $24.50. I live in NYC

  2. Passed HESI Admission Assessment Exam - My experience/Tips

    xxMichelleJxx posted a topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Hello everyone!! =) I recently graduated from nursing school in June (LPN), passed my boards in August 2012.. and now I am continuing my studies -- I want to be a RN and hopefully one day a nurse...

  3. Med pass practice

    xxMichelleJxx replied to saraaileen76's topic in General Nursing

    My facility does nothing. Absolutely nothing. I honestly wish my facility would implement something to minimize interruptions. I've been to a facility where I saw the med carts had signs stating...

  4. Don't You Just Love It?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    All throughout LPN school and even now while I'm pursuing my ADN I have never been assigned a HW question as the ones you mentioned. "Why are all doctors obnoxious?" ..Why would a teacher even assign...

  5. How to react to certain comments/experiences at work?

    xxMichelleJxx posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hi everyone, I work in a SNF (LTC facility). I have a couple of residents, particularly this sweet elderly resident. She always tells me "I love you." I've also had a different resident ask if then...

  6. How to react to certain comments/experiences at work?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to xxMichelleJxx's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I will definitely use the tips you gave, thank you.

  7. How to react to certain comments/experiences at work?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to xxMichelleJxx's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for your response! Yeah, I feel the same way you do, But wasn't sure if it was professionally appropriate or not. Thanks for clearing it

  8. LPN/LVN salary for 2013/2014

    xxMichelleJxx replied to Moving Foward's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My first job was in December 2012, it was in NY. My salary was $21.00/hr. My current job is also in NY, I make $24/hr. How do I like being a LPN? Uh..Well its definitely not what I had expected. I...

  9. First LPN Job!

    xxMichelleJxx replied to busybri09's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congratulations on the new job! :) My routine for work is pretty much this: I come in, punch in, put my stuff in my locker. Go up to the floor, count narcotics. Get report from the nurse I'm...

  10. July 2014 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    xxMichelleJxx replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Wow, she's so excited. Little does she know what she's getting herself

  11. Lvn or treatment nurse?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to imaLvn2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with CaliBoy 100%. I'd much rather just do treatments rather than passing two halls of meds to patients, and then charting, and all the other lovely stuff we are held to

  12. NCLEX PN 7/3/14

    xxMichelleJxx replied to mmoise76's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If the Pearson Vue trick says "our records indicate that you have recently scheduled this exam..." then that means you passed!! Congratulations!!! Now its time to party xD But yeah, just to ease your...

  13. Proper Medication and Treatment Administering Videos

    xxMichelleJxx posted a topic in Patient Medications

    Hi Everyone! :) So my facility is beginning to prepare us for state surveyors who are expected to be arriving this summer. I've never had a surveyor observe my medication/treatment administrations. So...

  14. First night shift this week...

    xxMichelleJxx replied to crossfitnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Coffee!!! xD Make sure to get a couple of hours of rest prior to your shift. Wear comfortable shoes and

  15. Lancing for family-

    xxMichelleJxx replied to Jorica's topic in General Nursing

    Well IMO bandaging up someones wound at home isn't illegal. Its similar to a mom cleaning and putting a bandaid on a kids scrape. Unless I'm reading your post wrong. No idea what you mean by lance....

  16. WHERE TO BEGIN???!

    xxMichelleJxx replied to jahmilli5181's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ready to Pass is a excellent review course IMO. You should definitely look into

  17. Malpractice Insurance?

    xxMichelleJxx posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi, :) Ive been in a LPN for about 1.5 years now. I don't have malpractice insurance. I have read a couple of threads on here about people having problems at their workplace and people always say to...

  18. Malpractice Insurance?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to xxMichelleJxx's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you all for your responses! I will definitely look into the NSO that you guys mentioned. Is malpractice insurance buyable online? Or do I have to go somewhere to get

  19. How old were you when you started nursing school?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    I was 16 when I started my actual nursing classes. I went to a high school that offered a CNA and LPN program. Graduated when I was 17, found out I passed my NCLEX on my 18th bday

  20. Help Me! with changes in condition to report to M.D?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to mariatarelo23's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Generally you would call the physician when theres a change in the patients status. Pretty much when they aren't their usual self. Things you would call for would be a decreased LOC, new/unexpected...

  21. Are LPN's going to be phased back into the hospital settings?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to mfigueroa22's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I live in NYC, and don't think LPNs will be phased back into the hospital anytime soon. I know 2 LPNs that I work with - they are much older than me, and they still work at a hospital because I guess...

  22. NCLEX Anxiety

    xxMichelleJxx replied to CaseyFutureNurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    https://allnurses.com/nclex-discussion-forum/i-passed-my-767423.html This is a post I made when I passed my NCLEX. I posted some tips :) Feel free to check it out, hopefully it helps you! Good

  23. Proper Medication and Treatment Administering Videos

    xxMichelleJxx replied to xxMichelleJxx's topic in Patient Medications

    Thanks a lot for all the tips! If you have any more, I'd love to hear them

  24. Certifications

    xxMichelleJxx replied to jballa34's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't think those certificates are gotten in school. Usually you take separate classes or do it online once you have graduated and have your license. I don't think any schools offer classes like...

  25. How does your facility prevent falls?

    xxMichelleJxx replied to GoldiesMom's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I work in a Rehabilitation LTC facility. Residents have ID bands if they are at risk for falls, they also have bed alarms. Residents that are constantly climbing out of bed are usually kept in front...