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  1. MSN Nurse without clinical experience please help!!

    payitforward replied to Sspino's topic in General Nursing

    So true!!!! I believe everyone who wants to become a nurse needs to go through the trenches, if you will. When you have a good clinical background you can accomplish much. I know I didn't exactly love...

  2. Nurses: How far is your commute?

    payitforward replied to Cola89's topic in General Nursing

    My commute right now is about 45minutes-1 hour, but's against traffic. It's cool, I live in the 'burbs so anywhere go will be a commute so it really doesn't really matter. I use my commute time to...

  3. eliminating the LPN role ?

    payitforward replied to Annaleemabey's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    "RN is certainly more desirable, but LPNs have a place as well"? Really? See comments like that are the reason why there will always be a gap between the two. Good lord, why can't we all just be...

  4. LPN - can they force me to do this?

    payitforward replied to bellabean's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Unless they are changing your scope of practice, or your pay then yes you can do it. My facility has been short some CNA/GNAs and they asked if we(nurses) would come in and work as a CNA/GNA even...

  5. working in corrections

    payitforward posted a topic in Correctional

    Great day all! I recently took a job in corrections. I must say the first few days it was quite intimidating for me, but I got it. My question is, is it the norm for ONE nurse to pass ALL the...

  6. LPNs are nurses too.

    payitforward replied to vbarger28's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    So,so sorry about your relative. But I will tell you this: As an LPN you will ALWAYS have people try and convince you that you aren't a nurse if you aren't an RN or BSN. I have heard it so many times,...

  7. working in corrections

    payitforward replied to payitforward's topic in Correctional

    They have the LPNs and CMAs pass meds. The LPNs also do intake. and stay on the floor and do finger sticks,( not many) run sick call, and of course the paperwork. My issue is that when I came on board...

  8. CNA claiming to be a nurse

    payitforward replied to jjdcn_5's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I hope everything goes well with your DON. Surely she must see that this person is doing. Maybe she is just looking for a reason to fire

  9. CNA claiming to be a nurse

    payitforward replied to jjdcn_5's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I DEFINETLY would report her AND the unit manager to the DON. YOU should not have to live in a hostile environment like that! Don't feel bad about it

  10. CNA claiming to be a nurse

    payitforward replied to jjdcn_5's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I will say to you to start documenting these episodes AND note when you tell the unit manager. If nothing happens you need to take it up your chain and speak with your DON. Everyone has a boss and...

  11. LPN...not good enough??

    payitforward replied to em1025's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Please,please don't let one sour puss spoil and degrade how you feel about yourself as a NURSE. You went to school, and sat boards just like she did, and you SHOULD be proud of what you have...

  12. Worth Being A LPN

    payitforward replied to shermainenevels's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I got my license in 1992, and it took maybe 6 months for me to land my first job, which was with the federal

  13. New job: "Don't worry about following the MAR" & other scary stuff

    payitforward replied to kak85's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Yes!! This is definetly a WHOOSAH moment. I would say to you, that if you are going to be working in an Alheimer/Dementia unit, many of those meds are geared to be given around dinner time. I would...

  14. What type of shoes do you buy?

    payitforward replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    I bought a pair of Sanita Clogs, and I think they run small. Even though I got a size bigger than what I wear, mine still hit my arch> I love them though! I have Plantar Fasciitis and when I wear...

  15. How to Choose a Good Stethoscope

    payitforward replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Can Never go wrong a with Littman. I've had the same Littman for over 20 years. The tubing hasn't cracked over the years, and the accoustics are great. All I've done is change the ear pieces and...

  16. Annoyed! Where is the love?!

    payitforward replied to angieedoll's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    First off, I'd like to say GOOD FOR YOU!!!! It is truly a blessing to be as motivated and determined as you are, as well as having your family's support. NOW, as far as the "Haters"- Leave them where...

  17. What would you do?

    payitforward replied to cowgurl89's topic in General Nursing

    This scenario sounds way too hypothetical for me, BUT I would have given her some O2 and called 911. If she went down, then CPR would be in

  18. Burned out and hate nursing

    payitforward replied to RN1023's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Okay, Everyone, PLEASE,PLEASE dont take offense to what I'm going to say. RN1023, what were your expectations when you became a nurse? See, I've been in this field since I was 14 years old, I am now...

  19. Am I right or wrong

    payitforward replied to CNAEB's topic in General Nursing

    Actually neither one of you is right or wrong, it's just a matter of opinion. People come into this profession with different outlooks and outcomes. If you are in it for the paycheck, so be it. If you...

  20. LPN...not good enough??

    payitforward replied to em1025's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    No, there is NOTHING wrong with you being an LPN!!!!!! If you are good at what you do and you LOVE what you do, there is nothing wrong with it!!! This unfortunately has been an area of contention for...

  21. Do you tattle on your co-workers when you find something missed?

    payitforward replied to squatmunkie_RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I dont thin we're talking about patient safety- if someone is doing something wrong then yes that is an issue and should be addressed. We all can agree on that. I'm referring about what we do to each...

  22. How long does the "new nurse anxiety" usually last?

    payitforward replied to ASM90's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Well, to be honest, sometimes it never really goes away until you wake up one morning and say, " HEY!!!! I GOT IT!!!!!" Don't focus on what you may do wrong, but correct , take note, and move on....

  23. what is the difference between HAAD RN exam and NCLEX RN exam?

    payitforward replied to weeh0402507's topic in Nurse Registration

    Okay, Im seeing all of these posts oabout this exam, HAAD, and nurses going to ABU DABi . What gives? Actually I looked up Abu Dabi on the web, it looks like a nice place to visit! Are there any...

  24. I'm just... I don't know.

    payitforward replied to germjunkie's topic in General Nursing

    The first thing I would tell you is to BREATH! If you were/are in a hostile work environment, I would indeed go to your HR department or seek your EEO representative. There should be no reason why...

  25. Why do we eat our young?

    payitforward replied to jreynrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You know, I agree with you to a certain extent. New Grads do go through a phase, but we as seasoned nurses need to not be so selfish. By that I mean, if a new grad has questions answer them!! Show...