LisaLPN7

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  1. question about scope in TN

    LisaLPN7 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been an LPN in TN since 1990 but have not practiced in several years. l have just accepted a job in a small office with two physicians. I am the only nurse there. The slots have been filled by...

  2. LPNs in Jails?

    LisaLPN7 replied to chavezm1109's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I worked in a small county jail for three days and that was enough for me! The place stank to high heaven...and was even worse on the cellblocks and pods. All of the unwashed people crammed in...

  3. Doctor resigning after explosive incident

    LisaLPN7 replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I wish that happened more often! I was fired from an office because of an abusive doc. He would scream at me, call me "stupid", "retarded", or other verbal abuses...even in front of pts. He would sigh...

  4. Per Diem

    LisaLPN7 replied to ceebeejay's topic in Private Duty

    I'm thinking I just got screwed. I accepted a private duty position and did the paperwork Tuesday. (Signing that I was given P&P, W4 form, OSHA info, etc.) During my first phone interview, and my...

  5. Which job would you choose?

    LisaLPN7 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been unemployed and looking since December. I am now in a position where I have two offers. Any advice? Job #1 is at a huge VA hospital on an inpatient addiction/PTSD floor. The pay is $20/hr...

  6. Which job would you choose?

    LisaLPN7 replied to LisaLPN7's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Both the NM who interviewed me and two folks in HR have told me the shift will be decided after orientation. I have explained to all that I simply can't work nights, and why. Sadly, relocating isn't...

  7. Old nurse learning new tricks

    LisaLPN7 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I need some advice, warnings, tips, what have you. I have been an LPN since 1990. I was 20 when I graduated LPN school. I went right to work on 11-7 shift in a community hospital on a medical...

  8. Old nurse learning new tricks

    LisaLPN7 replied to LisaLPN7's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Also I know a lot has changed in the TN LPNs scope of practice. When I last worked in a hospital, I was giving IVP drugs, spiking blood bags, and other things all the time. The only RN in the place...

  9. Pre pouring of medication???

    LisaLPN7 replied to HGiannelli's topic in Correctional

    I worked a total of 4 shifts in a county jail managed by QCHC before learning it wasn't for me. One of the main reason I resigned was pre-pouring of meds. There were two med passes--7am and 5pm. Meds...

  10. LPN pay Assisted Living Facility in TN

    LisaLPN7 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Does anyone have any idea of what it is? I have an interview at one 45 minutes away tomorrow and am trying to determine if it is worth my time. A friend who is an LPN in a skilled nursing home in...

  11. LPN pay Assisted Living Facility in TN

    LisaLPN7 replied to LisaLPN7's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    In my interview I was told the pay would be a mere $14/hr. The schedule is 8a-6p four days per week. No benefits but they pay time and a half if you work a

  12. TN license question

    LisaLPN7 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am unemployed and have been for a while. I am diligently looking for a job without luck. My LPN license expires the end of this month and I simply don't have $100 laying around to send them to renew...

  13. Please give advice!

    LisaLPN7 posted a topic in Correctional

    I just started a new job as an LPN in a small county jail of about 200 inmates at any time. Approved for 170. I was told during my interview that there would always be a CO at sick call and walking...

  14. TN license question

    LisaLPN7 replied to LisaLPN7's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes, I know. I have been licensed since 1990. I am just wondering what will happen the end of the month when it expires because paying the $100 would take food out of my children's mouths and cause...

  15. why are you going the LPN route?

    LisaLPN7 replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Because I wanted to be an LPN. I have been an LPN since

  16. Quality Correctional Healthcare interview

    LisaLPN7 posted a topic in Correctional

    Hello, nurses! I have an interview for a small county jail that is managed by QCHC next week. Can anyone tell me what to expect? Types of questions asked? Pointers? I have 23 years experience as an...

  17. A now working LPN, but I wasn't a CNA prior

    LisaLPN7 replied to ASPIRING2BGREAT's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Not a recent grad.....LPN with 23 years experience...but when I entered nursing school, I had never worked as a CNA either. Everything I learned was first hand knowledge as I went. There were girls...

  18. Oh please, just let me vent!!!

    LisaLPN7 replied to mc3's topic in School

    I feel your vents. I have worked as a School Nurse in a middle school since January. Today is my last day, thank God!!! I have hated every hour spent at this job, and will NEVER work as a school...

  19. Felons and Nursing in VA

    LisaLPN7 replied to dr3amline's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I'm sure I'm gonna be in the minority here, but, no, I don't think someone with a drug conviction (no matter how long ago) has any business whatsoever being a nurse. Nurses help save lives. While...

  20. Was your education worth it?

    LisaLPN7 replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in General Nursing

    I have no debt from LPN school. My sweet Mama and Daddy paid for that when I was 19. But several years ago, I got a wild hair that I wanted out of nursing and started working on my teaching degree....

  21. Just got my License number !

    LisaLPN7 replied to Kendruh's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm finishing up a stint as a school nurse (only 2 more days after today!) and wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. It's something I'll NEVER do again. Getting ready to start at a VA clinic, making...

  22. Staffing during hurricanes?

    LisaLPN7 replied to blackvans1234's topic in General Nursing

  23. Is nursing hard on a marriage?

    LisaLPN7 replied to Wannabeeinscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    I can see where it could be, what with 12 hour shifts, mandatory overtime, and working weekends/holidays. However, I refuse to work 12 hour shifts, and I only work positions that don't require...

  24. Annoyed! Where is the love?!

    LisaLPN7 replied to angieedoll's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Good for you! Hold your head high and learn all you can in school. As an LPN, you'll always have a job. I've been a happy and content LPN for 23 years and have always had my pick of jobs. You may...

  25. Interested in School Nursing

    LisaLPN7 replied to akc_RN's topic in School

    The salary here in middle TN is ridiculously low. I get $11.22/hr and I'm an LPN with 23 years experience. Pay is hourly, so you don't get paid for vacations, holidays, or snow days. I get 25 hrs...