Stranded55

Stranded55

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  1. I Thought I Had My Dream Job, but My Past Took It Away...

    Stranded55 replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    You sound a lot like me. I too was an LVN working in corrections and I made a stupid mistake that cost me my clearance. I loved the jail, but I messed up and I'm still kicking myself for it. All I...

  2. Why are LPNS so underpaid and disrespected

    Stranded55 replied to Brnd-RN-1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been an LVN for 26 years. While I was well paid by my union job most of those years, we were reminded of our status quite frequently. It seems to me that the trend is to phase out LVNs over...

  3. How to NOT interview for your RN/LPN job!

    Stranded55 replied to musicianRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    So wearing make up is a job requirement for nurses

  4. Mandatory Overtime

    Stranded55 replied to WldChrry's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It is legal and very common. It's just part of the

  5. How do I stand out as a job candidate (New GPN Grad)?

    Stranded55 replied to CaringGerinurse525's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just be sincere and enthusiastic in your interview. As a new grad they know you don't have experience, but they want someone who will be a good

  6. FIRED...Now what and will i ever find another job?

    Stranded55 replied to nursingmomma33's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Look up "employment attorney" on the internet. If they truly have no paperwork to justify firing you, you have a

  7. I Just Lost My First LPN Job

    Stranded55 replied to mejajo08's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You didn't lose them, they lost you by treating you badly and not being supportive. Consider yourself

  8. Accepted one job, but received another offer...

    Stranded55 replied to sauzie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Pick the one that offers the best long term benefits. The same thing happened to me when I first started

  9. Applying for jobs without License #

    Stranded55 replied to CYoungLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes, you can apply. I didn't have my license yet when I got my first LVN job. The facility will hire you provisionally and let you go if it turns out you failed the

  10. What makes IVP meds so scary?

    Stranded55 replied to libran1984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That sort of thing is generally regulated by the State, not the hospital. But generally, it's just another way the RNs guarantee their job

  11. Lvn not IV certified in CA

    Stranded55 replied to lvn1972's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Your facility should offer you that training. As an LVN you can not give IV abx or touch central

  12. LPN.working in a jail

    Stranded55 replied to tyquicha's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I did it for 13 years and I loved it. Just be careful. Deputies/COs are mistrustful of medical staff and will shove you under the bus if it comes down to

  13. Got a LVN job. I have a question about the W5 form.

    Stranded55 replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You get the least with zero. You can put any number you want on their, but when you go to do your taxes, if you owe too much you will be penalized by the IRS. If you are single, it's pretty safe to...

  14. I am accused of patient of giving meds against his will.

    Stranded55 replied to markfish's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Did you touch the patient? I don't see how anyone can be given meds against their will unless there is some sort of physical force

  15. LPN phase out d/t Medicare regulations???

    Stranded55 replied to Salesman217's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The RNs have a very powerful political lobby. Here in California they have managed to get themselves legally required in certain areas at certain numbers, leaving hospitals little choice financially....

  16. what did I do wrong?

    Stranded55 replied to Medsport's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You didn't do anything wrong. You don't want to give the impression that you are just sitting around waiting for the phone to

  17. quick questions! :) please help!

    Stranded55 replied to jojosayssmileQD's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Doesn't matter. It can be verified online by anyone who wants to

  18. I am a new LVN. I have a question about a word

    Stranded55 replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    nsg =

  19. I am a new LVN. I have a question about a word

    Stranded55 replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sounds like he didn't really know the correct pronunciation of something. I have been in nursing for almost 23 years and I have never heard that word

  20. New nurse, new job....HELP!

    Stranded55 replied to TraceyDiane's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That sounds really unsafe. Are you saying there is no way to identify your patients or which medications they are supposed to be

  21. Need help. How do I sound the politest way possible?

    Stranded55 replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just say you are feeling nervous and let them know you appreciate any advice/help they can offer. Don't try to negotiate patient numbers. That doesn't come off

  22. How do women feel about pts that only want female RN's?

    Stranded55 replied to hodgieRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    I have known male co-workers who love to assume that certain patients would only want a female nurse. Check with the patient and respect their

  23. LPN II

    Stranded55 replied to Stoogesfan's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't think LPNs in ICU are very common. But whatever will provide the best learning experience is what you should go for as a new

  24. NEW GRAD LPN

    Stranded55 replied to RenaeReichar's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The MD on call knows that he will be called no matter what the time. That nurse was wrong to tell you some nonsense like

  25. Do you wanna be an RN??

    Stranded55 replied to smartypantsnurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If you can do it, don't put it off. I waited for 22 years and still haven't done