fawnmarie

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  1. VENT!!

    fawnmarie replied to tuxedopenguino's topic in General Nursing

    As ktw stated, use your LTC experience as a plus when interviewing. I found that I learned a great deal about CHF, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease while working in LTC, and...

  2. What is the draw to nursing these days

    fawnmarie replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    This is a very interesting thread and there have been some excellent points raised. I do believe that location is everything when it comes to the availability of nursing positions. I grew up in the...

  3. What is the draw to nursing these days

    fawnmarie replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see anything wrong with having a "dream." I was once a starry-eyed CNA with big dreams of my own. I remember watching the nurses and thinking "One day that will be me." Sure, I have had my...

  4. New Grad Nurse -LTC Blues

    fawnmarie replied to newgradnurse1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My situation was almost identical to yours, except I worked 3-11pm shift. As a brand new nurse, I was placed in charge of 43 patients and 3 CNAs, all of whom were in their forties and fifties and...

  5. New Grad Nurse -LTC Blues

    fawnmarie replied to newgradnurse1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was in a similar situation as a new nurse in a LTC facility. After 18 months of anxiety, I realized that I needed to find a new job. Once I began checking out other employment opportunities, just...

  6. I'M SO *******' HAPPY!!!

    fawnmarie replied to ForeverRoosky's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Way to go!!!!! Best wishes for a successful

  7. Frustrated :(

    fawnmarie replied to katie6126's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The Commuter gave some very good advice, and I think you may want to consider becoming licensed in neighboring states. I happen to be in one of the small corners of the world where there actually is a...

  8. favoritism comes full circle

    fawnmarie replied to passive sambo's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Tell us another one, Sambo! I found this post very entertaining and engrossing! Reminded me of my own days as a CNA in a "one star

  9. LPN Hourly Wage Poll

    fawnmarie replied to kat7ap's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Wow! In Tennessee, I started out at $14.75 as an evening shift LPN in 2002, that was in LTC. Just before becoming an RN earlier this year, my hourly LPN wage was $17.10. LPNs in this region rarely are...

  10. Michigan Religious Freedom Restoration Act

    fawnmarie replied to MoonlightIdle's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Oh. My. Gosh. I'm shocked that this bill is being considered in Michigan, my home state! Nope, sorry, I am a nurse, therefore I serve any patient to whom I am

  11. Atheist at Catholic hospital

    fawnmarie replied to kaydensmom01's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I agree with wanderlust that Catholics are typically private about their faith and it's unlikely that anyone would try to pressure you to join in the prayers. I am an Episcopalian and we refer to...

  12. Do you believe that socioeconomics and educations are biggest factors?

    fawnmarie replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    Please keep in mind that the OP asked us to relay our honest experiences. Yes, referring to certain individuals as "hillbillies" is derogatory, and I do apologize. However, it is also unacceptable to...

  13. Fired after 3 weeks!!!

    fawnmarie replied to leelee85's topic in Critical Care

    Sending you big hugs! What a shock to be terminated so suddenly. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time,

  14. Breastfeeding and nursing school

    fawnmarie replied to tsm007's topic in General Students

    OP, do you have a good double electric pump? Remember that frequent nursing and pumping are crucial to keeping your milk supply up. Having an excellent pump is a necessity. I would think that your...

  15. Do you believe that socioeconomics and educations are biggest factors?

    fawnmarie replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    Oh, definitely, Annie, there are many racist Southerners whom are well off. There are also racist people in other areas of the country, not just the Deep South, I am aware of that because I spent my...

  16. LPN vs MA

    fawnmarie replied to Parakeet's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Pursue your LPN license! You will be glad you chose the LPN route over the MA

  17. Do you believe that socioeconomics and educations are biggest factors?

    fawnmarie replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    I appreciate the comment above from zmansc. As nurses, we have been taught to be sensitive to other cultures and provide care and service to those from all walks of life. Personally, I also was raised...

  18. Do you believe that socioeconomics and educations are biggest factors?

    fawnmarie replied to tarotale's topic in Emergency

    Thank you for this post. I have been wanting to ask fellow nurses their opinions on this topic, but was worried that I might offend some by asking. You stated it beautifully. Two weeks ago, I had an...

  19. Hate Medical Nursing! I want Psych!

    fawnmarie replied to CardiacRNLA's topic in Psychiatric

    My advice is to go for it! I took a psych nurse position in 2003 and I still love my job! I had a background in long term care and wanted to do something different. The book "The Bell Jar", by Sylvia...

  20. Homeless working the system, multiple admissions

    fawnmarie replied to adnrnstudent's topic in Psychiatric

    Certainly, health care should be a basic right, but that is a topic for another thread. I work in a state hospital, so our purpose is to serve those who have no private insurance. I do know how easy...

  21. Homeless working the system, multiple admissions

    fawnmarie replied to adnrnstudent's topic in Psychiatric

    As a psych nurse of 11 years, I feel compelled to weigh in here. The OP is obviously frustrated with the large numbers of revolving door homeless patients. I consider myself to be a very caring and...

  22. Perfume at work?

    fawnmarie replied to fawnmarie's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    All right, fair enough, ladies. The last thing I would ever want is to cause a patient to go into anaphylaxis. I do feel that a little bit of fragrance makes me more polished, more finished, and gives...

  23. Perfume at work?

    fawnmarie replied to fawnmarie's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I agree that it is tacky, not to mention inconsiderate, to reapply fragrance multiple times while at work. I like one light spritz of something classy while getting ready for work. I always make sure...

  24. Best lotion for dry hands?

    fawnmarie replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Tree Hut Shea Body Butter in Coconut Lime! The fragrance is so soothing and the body butter is very rich and

  25. LPN to RN?

    fawnmarie replied to mindofmidwifery's topic in LPN to RN

    Tasha, I sent you a PM, as it appears we have a great deal in common (I see you also work in mental health.) Contact me & we can discuss the job market in