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  1. How long did you get a job after applying for a position in LTC and/or hospital?

    vivibonita replied to seneyka's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Now I'm really jealous... I've been applying to any possible job since January and haven't gotten one response

  2. Pt/Family RAGE

    vivibonita replied to sawbuck's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Because that's what stereotypes have done to the profession for many many years, create expectations that realistically can't be

  3. Pt/Family RAGE

    vivibonita replied to sawbuck's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    There are times when I'm like : ok we have to understand the relatives position... but there are times when I;m not going to put up with the abuse, you try to be helpful and get the back of the hand...

  4. Fellow RN died this morning.

    vivibonita replied to Ali_Oop07's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry for what happened to your friend Ali. ... to trade your life for extra money or hours. We really need to start recognizing, not only when we are emotionally burned out but also...

  5. NCLEX study recomendations/ need HELP!

    vivibonita replied to Vedder316's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm not saying it is a good book because i haven't compared it with any other . But it help me with my test taking sklls. Since the Saunders book comes with knowledge based readings, I would read...

  6. NCLEX study recomendations/ need HELP!

    vivibonita replied to Vedder316's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well, just keep in mind that the test is not about knowledge (ok, some questions are) but mostly on test taking skills. That's what the Saunders book is trying to teach you... how to properly read...

  7. Do anyone in healthcare in the US wear these?

    vivibonita replied to newlpn08's topic in General Nursing

    I, personally, haven't used one of those, but I've seen people with it. It seems like a very practical and useful tool, and I agree with you on the handwashing part and the cleaner look part. Just...

  8. AIDS patient ?

    vivibonita replied to mikemay1969's topic in General Nursing

    This is very irresponsible. i don't think the education is failing it the fact that some people are teaching one thing in the classroom and another in the clinical setting. These kind of patients...

  9. New nurse here...slapped today by patient.

    vivibonita replied to Bonny619's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry mulan, but in the society that we live now, it is very possible that the patient's legal team would fight that she was in bed, defenseless, etc, etc, and come up with a series of lies. We...

  10. Careful with those Crocs

    vivibonita replied to EmmaG's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Yet there are a lot of hospital workers using them. It is true that they are comfortable, but why expose yourself like that? The exposure is not only to injuries but also to coming into contact with...

  11. New nurse here...slapped today by patient.

    vivibonita replied to Bonny619's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry for what happened to you, however before filing a report IL'll make sure all my bases were covered. Did you, at the beggining of your shift, reported or charted that she was A&O x 3?...

  12. What's the fastest way get my license / temp license in California?

    vivibonita replied to cali~mom's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi Cali~mom, Ok, once you have passed (or failed) your NCLEX there's not a posibility on getting a tamporary license or what the board calls interim permit. Your only chance now is to wait for your...

  13. Question about IV and Blood withdrawal Certification

    vivibonita replied to MAmom81's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't agree on the phlebotomy class, they only teach you to draw blood ... there's no IV teaching there and it could also be very costly. I want to echo what most of you have said... wait till you...

  14. LVN in ER?

    vivibonita replied to TruHeartOfaNurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Some hospitals here (CA) do hire LVNs in the ER, but that's very rare. They can participate in trauma but it is very limited. They work under the supervision of the RN and aren't allowed to...

  15. When to send out resumes...

    vivibonita replied to msngrad's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think this subject was already discussed in another thread. I thnk is this one https://allnurses.com/forums/f99/when-seek-jobs-279097.html#post2642206 FYI, you never work under the licensure of...

  16. LVN/LPN Certifications in ER setting

    vivibonita replied to erdad71's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with labvampire... i believe you should take those certifications regardless of what your employer or hospital educator says not only because it is in their best interest but it is in yours,...

  17. Why is it so bad to be an LPN ????

    vivibonita replied to hair_tie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Unfortunately for some people getting into an RN program is almost impossible (not enough space, too many prerequisites, not enough money, etc...), if getting into nursing means going trhough the LVN...

  18. When to seek jobs

    vivibonita replied to 08gal's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Why a waste of gas, when you have the internet??? She can start calling or searching for a job while the license comes... just to find out at least what the requirements are. Besides, some people...

  19. Why is it so bad to be an LPN ????

    vivibonita replied to hair_tie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well, let's not start bashing the RNs or Doctors or anyone... we as LVNs (and some as future RNs) need to make the best for our career, there's always someone that will give someone else a bad name,...

  20. Why is it so bad to be an LPN ????

    vivibonita replied to hair_tie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You know, now that I'm looking into the LVN - RN programs, I have found nothing but good wishes from the transition class instructors... most of them say that we made a good choice when we decided to...

  21. Med error?

    vivibonita replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Patient Medications

    In doubt... call pharmacy, they are very helpful when you don't know what to do. But ALWAYS consult with the physician first, at the end he is the "authority" on med orders. Take

  22. Nclex Results:big Or Small Envelope

    vivibonita replied to JMMJ's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    lol... I remember when I got my results I didn't even remember the whole thing with the envelope... I just grabbed it and ripped it open and I found my passing results... mmmm, now that I think about...

  23. When to seek jobs

    vivibonita replied to 08gal's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Maybe you can apply for something called Interim Permit (look if your boards offer that), and do a search of what hospitals (maybe the one where you are doing your clinicals) accept this. Once you...

  24. students who break the rules

    vivibonita replied to student-with-no-life's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well ... there's always at least one of those wherever you go ... so get used to it. In all seriousness, I agree on the part of you worrying about yourself, what you do, your work, and your patients....

  25. I have an interview next wk.PLS HELP!

    vivibonita replied to prettytk's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    just be yourself ... just kidding. Please read the PM I sent you... here is the link I sent you, but I thought a lot of people will benefit from it...