Keep_Calm

In my opinion, if he was sating 97% on 2L with a NRM, then maybe he didn't really need it in the first place...? You mentioned he was a frequent flyer. I had a pt. once who was so SOB and we couldn't figure out why. His sats were fine. He continued t...

AMEN!!!

In a small community (I'm guessing so if you have volunteer ems), I think it would be extremely beneficial to have the EMT cert on your résumé when applying for an ER position. If the hospital doesn't use volunteers in the ER, go on as many runs with...

You are so right. Instant gratification fueled by technology is finding its way into healthcare. 'I feel sick and I want to know what's wrong right now and I don't want to wait to make an appointment.' We had a mom bring her 9 month old in at 0230 th...

Working in healthcare while in school would be something... :)

But I also don't agree with doing something purely because your boyfriend tells you to. Make a list of pros and cons and decide for yourself. Good luck!

Are you doing it for the money or because you think you'll really enjoy nursing as a career? My opinion is that you should go for RN, take CNA/STNA classes and work in a nursing home or hospital while in school. BUT it does take time and determinatio...

Chalk it up to experience! That's what clinicals are for. It sounds like the situation could have been a lot worse. Be thankful for the experience and thankful it turned out ok.

^this

I have been an LPN since 2003. I started off in a hospital and got very spoiled by the wonderful coworkers and exciting work environment. Long story short, I am now in LTC and absolutely hate it. I hate all the paperwork, not having enough time to ac...

Ok fair enough. I just see so many RNs who can't even find work, and ninety something percent of hospitals don't hire LPNs anymore--let alone in the ED..... I certainly don't think I am lowly, but some hospitals like to view us that way. Thank you e...

I just got the job in the ER!! I was definitely the underdog--LPN going for an RN position. What an amazing thing this has turned into! I guess putting myself out there and being willing to take a lower job to get my foot in the door was worth it. Th...

Congratulations! How about: Registered Nurse, State of Missouri

It depends entirely on the situation.

I think you did a great job too. You did what any good nurse would do. You cared for your patient to the best of your ability, you consulted other nurses and the charge nurse, and you did everything you could for the family. With end stage respirator...

Oooo! Sounds so hopeful for you! I think you did everything you could do for now. Unfortunately waiting is the hardest part. I am going through the waiting game now myself. Maybe a handwritten thank you note would help? Deep breath... :)

I went through that. I ended up getting an interview at my current employer after I had accepted and done some of the paperwork at another facility. I hesitated to even go for the interview but I did, and I got an offer on the day I was supposed to s...

I list employment like this: XYZ Employer City, State Aug. 2012-Present ...

Wow. That just sucks all around. I know how hard it can be dealing with patients/residents like that, but as GrnTea said, you cannot deceive a patient like that and yes, it's your fault. Valuable lesson learned by all.....BUT--and this is what I HATE...

It sounds horrible, I know. BUT--when you get into LTC, things change a little from a medical standpoint. A lot of nursing home residents have advanced directives-DNR or DNRCC. Sometimes there's a gray area as well where the family makes the call whe...

This made me lol

Yes, it would depend on the state but also the facility policy. Our aides in the facility I work in aren't even allowed to put cream (other than lotion) on a resident! You definitely would have to talk to the DON or unit manager first. BUT......Here...

I had an interview with a unit manager 3 weeks ago and I sent a thank you note. I had a second interview 2 days ago with the DON. She gave me salary and benefit information and the interview went really well. She said the UM was impressed with me. :)...

Sent one. :)

It does sound wired....better give them a call and get it straightened out. Good luck. I'm sure it's not as bad as you think.