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    Who else has to work Thanksgiving?

    jnette replied to jenrninmi's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've worked in public service in one form or another for so long that working holidays doesn't bother me a bit. I've always arranged my festivities around my work schedule. Yes, I worked this...
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    Please help me understand/Domestic Violence Question

    jnette replied to Bipley's topic in General Nursing

    Gen.. while much of what you say is true indeed, there ARE some viscious psychopaths out there as well, who DO abuse around the clock, and prey on those who are unsuspecting and vulnerable at the...
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    Please help me understand/Domestic Violence Question

    jnette replied to Bipley's topic in General Nursing

    You are absolutely correct there, Deb. A good therapist is worth his/her weight in gold, truly. I am so pleased for you that yours has made such a difference in your life. Way to go!
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    Please help me understand/Domestic Violence Question

    jnette replied to Bipley's topic in General Nursing

    Debs ... (((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))) In no way, did I intend to imply that what I chose for myself was the way for all to go. If it came across that way, I do apologize and must make myself clear....
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    Please help me understand/Domestic Violence Question

    jnette replied to Bipley's topic in General Nursing

    The one time I actually "got to go" to the ER was when I was thrown down the steps and fractured my leg. This was pre OJ Simpson by about a year, and not many questions were yet being asked. Had I...
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    Please help me understand/Domestic Violence Question

    jnette replied to Bipley's topic in General Nursing

    Me too, Kid. It is important that you NOT allow yourself to forget. I never did therapy. I managed to provide my own. I refused to go the mental health route.. wanted nothing to do with their bag of...
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    Fired: Update and a Cautionary Tale

    jnette replied to Stitchie's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Good for you, Stichie for following through... and shame on them ! Thanx for the update. I hope you will be able to move on and AWAY from all this now, and find peace. Along with a job which has...
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    I PASSED!!!!!!!!! LPN 1st TIME!!!!!!

    jnette replied to Kellink's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good for YOU !!!! :balloons: Job well done !
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    A&P not really helpful in nursing school!

    jnette replied to bioniclewoman's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Must agree with all the above.. A & P is the very FOUNDATION of everything you will utilize in nursing !!! It's an absolute MUST HAVE.
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    Corpsman~Please help~Need a Pin

    jnette replied to Jillius's topic in Government, Military

    You are MORE than welcome ! :icon_hug:
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    Corpsman~Please help~Need a Pin

    jnette replied to Jillius's topic in Government, Military

    jillius.. is this what you are looking for? if so, go here: http://www.soldiercity.com/product-exec/product_id/9211 for another version go here: www.4armedforces.com/.../ they also have the navy...
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    Corpsman~Please help~Need a Pin

    jnette replied to Jillius's topic in Government, Military

    My son is in the Navy, so I have links to all KINDS of great places Navy related... give me a little bit of time today, and I'll see what I can scrounge up for you in the way of links. I know I've...
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    Did You Pass NCLEX without taking a Review Course?

    jnette replied to brina's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    No review course here, either. Studied the Saunders NCLEX book and CD, along with my own notes, for about 3 mos. Passed first
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    what is it like working for a renal corporation

    jnette replied to kelluvanurse's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    BINGO !!! :stone Yep. We WERE private.. doctor owned... just before I started where I am, nine years ago. We were bought out by a large corporation. The prinmary concerns since then have been cost...
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    TMP 2008K Machine

    jnette replied to student60's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Agree with the transducer issue. Have had this happen myself before, and as soon as I changed the transducer, all was immediately well with the crazy TMP.
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    pto/sick time

    jnette replied to firstdon's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Dunno.... Don may be right. I have heard somewhere that FMC is doing a "trial run" at one of the really large FMC facilites in TX and that at this particular unit they were doing this very thing. You...
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    How much do your PCT's do?

    jnette replied to Nurseinthemaking's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Yes, as I say, it varies from state to state. Dialysis facilities are regulated differently. I'm not saying it's right or wrong.. just stating it as it IS. The PCTs undergo a six week training in...
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    NC and Excelsior - Any known probs?

    jnette replied to clockwatcher's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I have several friends in NC who went LPN to RN through Excelsior (one just last year) and had no problems whatsoever. I am licensed in both States (VA and NC) and graduated from Excelsior. You'll be...
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    How much do your PCT's do?

    jnette replied to Nurseinthemaking's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Must disagree with you here, Mossflower. Dialysis units are run differently according to state laws. Dialysis techs ARE permitted to draw up and admisister heparin, lidocaine, and administer 02,...
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    Picks Disease

    jnette replied to HONEYBEAR's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so very sorry, Honeybear. ((((((((HUGE HUGS))))))))) It is good you will be flying home and able to spend some valuable days with your dear Grandma.. as well as be there for your mom, who is...
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    AVfistula care

    jnette replied to anai1014's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    hello anai, and welcome to allnurses !!!:balloons: :) :balloons: it is not uncommon for a patient to bleed sometimes rather heavily post fistula placement. there is a lot of edema in the arm pushing...
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    Can LPNs work in a Dialysis Center?

    jnette replied to Twix's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi TWIX ! :) Most dialysis facilities do employ LPNs along with RNs... and PCTS. There might be a few states which do not, but I would say those are very few. Where I work, (Virginia) we have two...
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    Anyone wearing team logo scrubs?

    jnette replied to Celiabs's topic in General Nursing

    Agree... much of what they're coming out with now are more and more just plain regular clothes. But again.. to each his own. Just not what I personaly deem "professional wear". And I DO believe it...
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    Anyone wearing team logo scrubs?

    jnette replied to Celiabs's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto. I don't care for them and feel they have no place in nursing uniforms. Nor do the teeny bopper fashions. It's simply NOT all about "me". This is a profession.. not a tailgate party, nor a...
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    Why are so many of us over weight?

    jnette replied to sarahhoughton's topic in General Nursing

    :yeahthat: Good post, Lisa