Pangea Reunited ASN, RN

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    My story: why are LPN's treated so badly???

    Pangea Reunited replied to azulocean45's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This doesn't seem like an RN verses LVN issue. It may be that you just weren't a good fit at that workplace. And in any case, it's the (distant?) past. It might be better for your mental well-being if...
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    What's the best nursing schedule for me?

    Pangea Reunited replied to NursePick's topic in Nursing Career

    You need actual job offers, first. Then you can pick which one works best for you based on the employer's requirements. And as a new grad, you may not get into either area right away (although it's...
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    Contacted for an interview and they changed their mind?

    Pangea Reunited replied to Soliloquy's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I don't think arguing will get you the job. One year may be the minimum to apply, but it sounds like they have more experienced candidates in the running. The recruiter was doing her job, I guess...
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    Will states like CA accept online grads if you have experience working

    Pangea Reunited replied to northmississippi's topic in Excelsior College

    You have to meet their educational requirements. There's no way around
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    Interview question!

    Pangea Reunited replied to islndnurse's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree with intervening immediately to protect the patient, but the rest seems far too soft. The incident should be reported to a nurse whether there are bruises, or not ...and the rough handling, in...
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    High creatinine level: nursing diagnosis

    Pangea Reunited replied to LizForrester's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Are you working on the assignment, or are we?
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    nursing & tattoos

    Pangea Reunited replied to SN2014's topic in General Nursing

    I don't have tattoos or want tattoos, but I'm not going to look good when I'm 80, either. Nobody
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    nursing & tattoos

    Pangea Reunited replied to SN2014's topic in General Nursing

    The jobs I've had allowed them to be covered up with long sleeves. I feel sorry for the nurses who have to wear long sleeves all the time, though ...it gets HOT in the summer and HOT when you're...
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    Who has more autonomy?

    Pangea Reunited replied to sam1971's topic in General Nursing

    It seems like Radiologic Technologists have the least, but that could just be my perception. Nurses' and RTs' levels of autonomy seem to vary depending on their position/level and their workplace...
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    Irrational question rationale

    Pangea Reunited replied to EmpathyInAction's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Answer 2 makes perfect sense, to me ...but I can see why someone without experience would be confused. I've never received a CBI patient without some type of adjustment order (irrigate to clear, hand...
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    Traveling solo w/dog and not sure how to care for his needs

    Pangea Reunited replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    Some people have an accessible to the backyard doggie door so the dog can let itself
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    To those without a 4.0 (rant)

    Pangea Reunited replied to Jasonat6034's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I had a 3.7 and only got into my program as an alternate. Admission was based strictly on GPA of science courses ...no test, no interview, no
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    I should probably know this but...

    Pangea Reunited replied to LJ85's topic in General Nursing

    The internet is not a good place to ask for advice about this sort of thing, but I could make something up if you'd
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    Fingerprinting for CA License endorsement

    Pangea Reunited replied to reginacourtney's topic in California Nursing

    Nope! They actually make you wait 6-8 weeks after your application has been received before they'll even communicate with you over the phone. I experienced so much confusion with my fingerprint card...
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    Do you ever contend with pesty ancillary staff?

    Pangea Reunited replied to RNdynamic's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    It's only annoying to me when it's something really stupid. Phlebotomist: Your patient wants something. Me: What do they want? Phlebotomist: I don't know. Me: OK. Why do you think they want...
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    Do you help other students out?

    Pangea Reunited replied to lampard's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would say, "I haven't decided what I'm doing, yet." And if she kept asking, I'd keep giving the same non-committal types of answers until she stopped. It's also perfectly fine to tell her you're...
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    Pt reports pain not being managed to charge RN.

    Pangea Reunited replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Patient assessment is always the first step.
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    When you have a minute

    Pangea Reunited replied to funtimes's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Communicate and prioritize. It's not appropriate to tell your nurse, "No." and walk off. It's also not appropriate for nurses to tell patients, families, CNAs, doctors, other departments, etc. "No."...
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    "If you're not doing anything..."

    Pangea Reunited replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have to agree with dexm ...although I might say, "I need two minutes, then I'm all over it." while holding out my hand to receive the fax. Any super-urgent communication would not be sent via
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    Unbearable heat

    Pangea Reunited replied to ocean.baby's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    ...sounds pretty unpleasant, to me! On the other hand, air conditioning is a relatively new thing. People lived for many, many generations without
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    What are the REAL limitations between an RN AND a LPN?

    Pangea Reunited replied to stronginchrist's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That depends on the scope of practice in each state and each facility's policies. In California, for example, LVNs cannot give IV medication. Because of this limitation, they are less desirable in...
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    Feeling like an idiot during sims lab... Normal?

    Pangea Reunited replied to RookieRoo's topic in General Students

    You are a student. You'll become much more familiar with normal doses of medications when you actually start working and administering them on a regular basis. Until then, just check and double check!...
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    Nursing student at 60

    Pangea Reunited replied to sandralantrip's topic in Illinois Nursing

    It's not crazy, but it might not be a good investment. Will you have to take out loans to go to school? How's the job market in your area? Are you prepared to move (as a new graduate) if the job...
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    Who determines if you are a RN.

    Pangea Reunited replied to DXHX's topic in General Students

    If you're one of those people who expects respect without achievement and gets offended easily, you probably won't last through the second semester ...and maybe not even the first one. If you expect...
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    Does leaving CA for a BSN make it harder to get a job?

    Pangea Reunited replied to KNHendry's topic in California Nursing

    I graduated in Texas and moved to California after gaining a few years of experience. One thing I can say is that it's nice to pay off Texas loans on California