Keep_Calm

Keep_Calm

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  1. Canceled orientation...does it mean I really didn't get the job?

    Keep_Calm replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't think so....It has to be a misunderstanding. Either I am reading this wrong, or you are misunderstanding. I would think they would talk to you if you weren't doing something to their liking....

  2. CNA vs EMT basic

    Keep_Calm replied to EZsunday's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I say do whichever one you want. If you want to go into emergency or trauma nursing, definitely

  3. Blood draws

    Keep_Calm replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    If you get a flashback and then it stops, it could be that the needle is up against the wall of the vein. Try pulling back ever so slightly and

  4. Nursing notes for rehab hospital

    Keep_Calm replied to NursingBro's topic in Rehabilitation

    You can't possibly chart on them every hour (?), especially if you work nights and they are in bed asleep. I like the above answer as well as: ...call light in reach ...skin warm and dry ...no c/o...

  5. LPN to RN Bridge

    Keep_Calm replied to campks's topic in LPN to RN

    I am from Ohio, but typically a bridge program will use your license as an LPN/LVN to skip a few of the basic nursing classes. You would still need all the pre-reqs prior to beginning the program....

  6. What are your guys/girls motivation?

    Keep_Calm replied to s30zurfing's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Really? You need us to answer that? How about I just went to school for x amount of years and I'll be damned if I can't pass

  7. Short nursing staff

    Keep_Calm replied to nurseywifeymommy1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    That's awful. I am currently working LTC (and hopefully getting out soon) and have 18 residents on 2nd shift with psych/alzheimers and rehab into the mix. THAT is hard sometimes depending on acuity....

  8. Share Your Full Moon Stories

    Keep_Calm replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    It feels like every day is a full

  9. Confusing interview....

    Keep_Calm posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I am an LPN and I scored a rare interview for a job in the ED of a small local hospital. The manager called me within 2 days of me sending my resume and scheduled an interview for the day after that....

  10. Confusing interview....

    Keep_Calm replied to Keep_Calm's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I thank you for your comments, also. I am currently in school for RN. Hopefully that helped a little.

  11. Confusing interview....

    Keep_Calm replied to Keep_Calm's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Just an update. I got a phone call on Friday (2 and1/2weeks after the interview) from the DON at the hospital and she wanted to schedule a second interview. :) I guess you never

  12. ltc job stress

    Keep_Calm replied to snowybee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    No--not all nursing jobs are like this. LTC is HARD. I have been at one now for about 6 months. I have been an LPN for 9 years, working in the hospital and then doctors offices, and this is by far the...

  13. I'm in need of interview tips...

    Keep_Calm replied to keepitsimple0025's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Yeah, it's a lot easier to say if you're not nervous! My mind usually draws a blank when I'm nervous, even if I know exactly what to say. I think going into an interview with confidence helps to...

  14. Job while in RN school

    Keep_Calm replied to lnsjes's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Yes and yes

  15. Hospital CNA.

    Keep_Calm replied to Tyler626's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am an LPN now, but I've worked both LTC and hospital as an STNA. It all depends on where you live/work and what each facility allows CNAs to do too. Some hospitals will have you doing vital signs,...

  16. I'm in need of interview tips...

    Keep_Calm replied to keepitsimple0025's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Off the top of my head..... 1. Remain calm. Quickly assess for any serious injuries and level/loss of consciousness. Call for help without making a scene (I only emphasize this because yelling can get...

  17. Job while in RN school

    Keep_Calm replied to lnsjes's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Any job that gets you in the hospital! I know a lot of nurses who worked as an aid or PCT in the hospital while they were in school and then ended up getting hired right after passing boards (myself...

  18. LPN to.......CNA?!

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

    I am happy to add to this post: The director of the ED at the hospital I applied at (for the nursing assistant) called me today and I have an interview TOMORROW for a NURSE position in the Emergency...

  19. LPN and IV/Phlebotomy certifications

    Keep_Calm replied to Bess87's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been an LPN for 9 years with IV and phlebotomy certification (as well as cardiac/telemetry training and ACLS) for all 9. I can't get hired in acute care anymore, regardless of experience and...

  20. What song describes your workplace environment?

    Keep_Calm replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    BAhahahahah!!!! Easy....."Up in Here" by DMX "Y'all gon' make me lose my mind up in here, up in

  21. Discouraged and Confused LPN

    Keep_Calm replied to Tinamae's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What? That's RUDE. Why would she tell you that? Sure, it takes a while to gain experience and seniority. But why would she tell you to change fields? That aside, if you are going to get more...

  22. I received a "write up" warning at my LTC

    Keep_Calm replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree 100% NurseGuyBri. Everyone has a job to do and (almost) everyone has someone over their head telling them how to do it better/different. Part of the anger in my first comment had a lot to do...

  23. I received a "write up" warning at my LTC

    Keep_Calm replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Oh, I could write a whole post on this...... :) First, it's nice to hear that people are having the same problems as me. I have found that I really do not like LTC. I love the residents, but I hate...

  24. Mandatory BSN in the future?

    Keep_Calm posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am currently an LPN (x9 years), in school for ADN/RN. I worked in the local hospital for 3 years right out of school but due to taking time off for kids, etc., etc., now I'm in LTC. My goal is to...

  25. CNA or PCT? Which one is better?

    Keep_Calm replied to COMPLEXBeautyy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Wher I live, PCTs work mostly in the hospitals and CNAs (STNAs in my state) work mostly in nursing homes. It's different all over. Depends on where you want to work, I