cyc0sys

cyc0sys

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  1. Union gave away random drug testing

    cyc0sys replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    The employers is essentially violating your HIPAA rights while you are responsible for protecting the

  2. Help! Is this nurse/patient ratio the norm?

    cyc0sys replied to nmaria0106's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yeah, add it to all the things they don't teach in nursing school right? I felt the same way when I started. It's a lot to process. Take your time and be safe. Speed will come later. I personally...

  3. November 2016 Caption Contest. Win $100!

    cyc0sys replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    That moment when you truly realize the difference between hospice vs palliative

  4. Why would a long-term care facility require 2 years of experience?

    cyc0sys replied to purplegal's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I tend to agree. I work in a SNF- LTC/Rehab. Assessing, charting, and medicating 30 sub-acute patient of all types and ages with multiple comorbidities, with more scripts than CVS, requires more...

  5. Is this ethical?

    cyc0sys replied to pumpkinspice's topic in General Nursing

    I understand your dilemma. I have a similar situation at work. We have an elderly woman with advanced dementia that has sleep cycle reversal. The family has tried to engage her during the day with...

  6. New RN grad, working in a ltc for first time.

    cyc0sys replied to Jchitester's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I'm currently working as an LPN in a LTC/Rehab. I far as I can tell, there are no differences, with the exception of IV push meds, if you're working the floor. LPNs here are IV certified and can hang...

  7. what next after job termination

    cyc0sys replied to zynnnie's topic in General Nursing

    That's a tough one. Sorry to hear that. I was fired from a job due to a personality conflict with my boss so I know what you're going through. There are several things to consider when approaching...

  8. Social Class and Nursing

    cyc0sys replied to AllOfMyWat's topic in General Nursing

    Social class in America is an arbitrary myth. I grew up outside of the District of Columbia. As the son of a luxury home builder I got to peer in the lives of the some of most affluent people on the...

  9. Social Media and Emotional IQ

    cyc0sys replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    Whether you're a keyboard commando anonymously flaming people or a noob asking questions because you're too lazy to google with the same amount of typed characters, too many people get wrapped around...

  10. Exploring LPN/LVN Careers

    cyc0sys posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am researching different aspects of LPN/LVN nursing careers and there seem to be a myriad of choices including some I wasn't aware such as case management in home health, dialysis tech, anesthesia...

  11. First job offer has bad Google reviews.

    cyc0sys replied to Bratt88's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'd drive by the office and check it out for myself. Maybe strike up a conversation with someone in the waiting room or on their way out of the facility who is a patient. I wouldn't let them know...

  12. Passed NCLEX June 2016 in 75 Questions

    cyc0sys replied to c.rich92's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just passed the NCLEX PN which is not the same test. For what it's worth, I used Kaplan, UWorld, Exam Cram Cheat Sheet/Questions for a good hands on copy. More importantly I read up on the test...

  13. Relocating to the Northwest Florida Panhandle

    cyc0sys replied to cyc0sys's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    After scouting out the area, we decided on Navarre. It's half way between Pensacola and Destin. All of the jobs seem to consist of home healthcare, ltc, and some clinical. Sacred Heart and Baptist...

  14. Relocating to the Northwest Florida Panhandle

    cyc0sys posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm a recent LPN graduate relocating to the NW Florida Panhandle. I've been looking at places to move in the area. Pensacola seems to have the most to offer for employment but I'd like live somewhere...

  15. Men in the nursing field, is there a problem?

    cyc0sys replied to sroseo's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I wanted a new challenge and needed a career change. I've always been good with people, science, and problem solving but didn't feel I was make an impact in my life or the lives of others. One day I...

  16. Thrown From the Tower!!

    cyc0sys replied to pcaldea's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I tend to agree. I'm in school right now with a lot of this generation and your description really fits the bill. I can't wait until the rubber hit the road and the reality of work life sets in on...

  17. Concealed Carry for Caregivers

    cyc0sys replied to ClaraRedheart's topic in General Nursing

    An expert on crime gun patterns, ATF agent Jay Wachtel says that most guns used in crimes are not stolen out of private gun owners' homes and cars. "Stolen guns account for only about 10% to 15% of...

  18. Weed and work.

    cyc0sys replied to LDAthleteNurse's topic in General Nursing

    I know a couple of ICU nurses who enjoy their prescribed xanax and klonopin with a glass of wine or two off hours. No one bats an eye at that. So a few IPAs seems like child's play in my book if your...

  19. How to Survive Your First Semester of Nursing School: Things I Wish People Had Told Me

    cyc0sys replied to createddaisy's topic in General Students

    Good list and advice. I'd like to add a few things from my own experience. 20. I'd recommend taking a medical terminology course prior to starting. It cuts down on the memorization and will put you...

  20. Ghost Soldiers

    cyc0sys replied to ghiapet's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    All too often, people want to wave the flag and cheer for America but rarely back it up with any kind of action. They seldom realize the true casualties of war are not gone but mostly forgotten. Every...

  21. So I just need to vent

    cyc0sys replied to jennaroo's topic in General Students

    From the way it sounds, she did it to take you down a peg. Pride only leads to mistakes which get patients injured or killed. I'd go back and double check your care plan to see if it was really in...