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  1. I Hate LT: How I Want to Fix It

    gabulldogs replied to libran1984's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    #1 question Are LPN's suppose to be doing ALL the paperwork on new admission(LTC)? We were taught otherwise in school. Yes, we are doing it all. Many times at 5pm or later. #2 question Should...

  2. I Hate LT: How I Want to Fix It

    gabulldogs replied to libran1984's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You just described where I work to a tee. Until new Management or Ownership changes; nothing will change.I apparently replaced some very good Nurses that just got fed up. I know how they feel and am...

  3. Discouraged with LTC. Advice?

    gabulldogs replied to RoxieRN0511's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi I graduated past August for LPN. I finally found a job in a LTC. My question is they make us come in when a CNA calls in. Is this legal? I don't mind helping out but it doesn't look like they are...

  4. What shoes brand is good?

    gabulldogs replied to ctbui's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I just went through the best shoe dilemma. I am now loving the Allegria brands. I have small and narrow feet and need lots of arch support. The extra bonus... they have lots of fun colors....They...

  5. I understand why people go the LPN route

    gabulldogs replied to downsouthlaff's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

  6. Geriatric UTI and Hallucinations/Psychosis

    gabulldogs replied to njmomstudent's topic in Geriatric, LTC

  7. Please help! Questions I haven't read here yet....so curious!!!

    gabulldogs replied to nervousnurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Well said. We (floor nurse) trying to make management aware but no changes so

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

    gabulldogs replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

  9. Please help! Questions I haven't read here yet....so curious!!!

    gabulldogs replied to nervousnurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    TEAM WORK. Hopefully you are able to get employeed with a LTC that actively portrays this

  10. Nurses HELP ME pls

    gabulldogs replied to BelleNurseRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree They cant force you to clock out and finish work w/o pay. Time to move

  11. Advocating for the residents and associates

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

    Thank you. Charge Nurses are required to take call 1x week which is now averaging 2-3 every off days and for Charge Nurse call ins. A new time is in play for next MM at 6pm for nurses. CNAs will stay...

  12. Advocating for the residents and associates

    gabulldogs posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    "Neglect" of the Residents and Associates. 1. Can Charge Nurses be written up for not coming in to cover a CNA call-in? 2. Can Associates be written up for missing Mandatory Meetings even though...

  13. Could my license be at risk?

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

    Just want to share. I am presently night shift in a LTC in Georgia. I now realize how I ended up here. God's will. Neglect of the Elderly. With that said, I am actively advocating for them. I would...

  14. How to Determine Whether a LTC / SNF is Well Run

    gabulldogs replied to vintagemother's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thank you. That's exactly the answer I needed. Already submitted with Ombudsman online. Will talk to Nurses Org. and see what to do. I've already been advised by friends (rn) to get out of there, I'm...

  15. ltc job stress

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

    I too work in LTC. Horrible conditions due to poor management. I have reach my limit and my voice is falling on deaf ears. My goal now is too go higher up the chain (gov. corp etc.) I am tired of...

  16. How to Determine Whether a LTC / SNF is Well Run

    gabulldogs replied to vintagemother's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Charge Nurse on 7pm-7am Shift Full-time at LTC/rehab. Didn't see the bad stuff until I started working. Things just keep getting worse. I am looking for other employment BUT I have to try to advocate...

  17. Up-credentialing: Why the move to the BSN is inevitable.

    gabulldogs replied to chuckster's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Currently still LPN in LTC night shift. Conditions here are horrible!!!!!!!! Moral is rapidly on the decline........Good people are rapidly leaving and I'm not far behind. BUT I just can't leave...

  18. LPN...not good enough??

    gabulldogs replied to em1025's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Got LPNs training RNs that are fresh out of school. Trust me when I say very wet behind the ears. So it's not the paper that makes a Great Nurse. EXPERIENCE. The only reason I'm putting myself through...

  19. How do you do this, day in/day out?

    gabulldogs replied to proudauntie415's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Not new at the supervising but new LPN (50). CNA/House sitter too and did 15 peeps for 7.55hr). I expect the same ethics from those at work too. I work nights 7p-7a. I go into 3-11 cna then 11-7 cna....

  20. Tips for getting NCLEX results asap

    gabulldogs replied to paRN12's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    GaBON finally completed mine at 1000 I'm officially a nurse! WhoopWhoopWhoop! So the trick is legit.

  21. I am an RN! NCLEX Tips and Tricks Just For You!!

    gabulldogs replied to healthstar's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Would love to learn better ways to retain that type of

  22. I am an RN! NCLEX Tips and Tricks Just For You!!

    gabulldogs replied to healthstar's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wished I would have read your post earlier. I took mine yesterday. When it stopped at the mini ? My body kicked in with some serious anxiety, which I had joked I would do the day before. I also had to...

  23. Test stopped at 85 questions, im spazzing out!!!

    gabulldogs replied to LovelyBetty's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks. That helps. So gladd I signed on. Helps to talk to others that totally understand how I feel. I went back in to GA BON website but it still says @ Exam Scores-Pass .............Pending. GOD...

  24. Tips for getting NCLEX results asap

    gabulldogs replied to paRN12's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Guess georgia not as fast. Took mine yesterday too. Did the trick and got the popup (which did help me calm down some). Just still having anxiety! A BIG CONGRATS TO YOU FOR PASSING. BIG...

  25. Test stopped at 85 questions, im spazzing out!!!

    gabulldogs replied to LovelyBetty's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :DHi ya'll. Took nclex-pn yesterday in savannah at 1130. WHEN IT QUIT AT 85 I HONESTLY STARTED HAVING A PANIC ATTACK:redbeathe! All the millions of practice questions (cramexam and ATI) I studied WERE...