laKrugRN

laKrugRN

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  1. Easter??

    laKrugRN replied to breane3's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a prison and Easter is not even considered a

  2. The HARD Truth for most nurses

    laKrugRN replied to Humaneclowninscrubs's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Even the highest most experienced RN is never above wiping a butt. Sorry. I am an RN who truly believes in never losing your skills as a CNA. It's all in the job description. If wiping poo bothers...

  3. To tell or not to tell!

    laKrugRN replied to XNavyCorpsman's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Welcome to nursing! There will always be nurses who break the rules, cut corners, etc. Just do it the RIGHT way yourself and pick your battles. If these nurses are as bad as you say, they are digging...

  4. Please advise me...workplace bullying and gossiping

    laKrugRN replied to SaffireWeldon's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with one of the above posters, an RN should be professional and not act that way! I'd approach her like the previous poster said and talk out her issues. Trust me, you'll get some points for...

  5. If you can't pass the NCLEX after three attempts....LVN license only!

    laKrugRN replied to neonurse97's topic in General Nursing

    As an RN who loves her LPN's I find this offensive. basically saying, "oh you're too dumb to pass the NCLEX RN..just be an LPN!" My LPN's know their stuff! C'mon! Ya kidding

  6. Prison Nursing- what does it involve?

    laKrugRN replied to SuzieVN's topic in Correctional

    Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future. I love being a correctional nurse. This population fascinates me. I am never ever bored in my job. Sure it can be hard, especially when they act...

  7. Can I lose my license???

    laKrugRN replied to Staceyface65's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    We've all made mistakes, some cringe worthy..yes. Learn from this. Not sure what you're outcome will be but I am sure you meant no harm at all. Btw. I would change your profile pic to remain more...

  8. Nurses smoking e cigs at the station?

    laKrugRN replied to richardgecko's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    HAHAHA! I can just picture this...no

  9. How many different nursing positions have you had?

    laKrugRN replied to LittleMissVixen410's topic in General Nursing

    I've been in Pediatrics and now I am in Corrections. I plan on retiring in

  10. What can I (we) do? RANT

    laKrugRN replied to Lev's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I agree! I knew hospital/bedisde was not for me. I feel much more like a nurse in the non-hospital

  11. Atheist at Catholic hospital

    laKrugRN replied to kaydensmom01's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I did my med-surg clinicals in a Catholic hospital (I am Catholic btw) and besides the crucifix over every patient door, religious pictures and statues in the lobby, and the chapel with the Virgin...

  12. Why can't hospitals do better?

    laKrugRN replied to ORNurseCOS's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Sadly, I feel that healthcare has become a business as opposed to caring for the needs of the

  13. HOW I PASSED NCLEX

    laKrugRN replied to tnmatt76's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Cheers!

  14. ATI

    laKrugRN replied to LLsrwPedsRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did ATI and I did not think it was similar to NCLEX-RN. I can't speak for PN. I felt the NCLEX-RN was most similar to Kaplan

  15. asking a patient if they smoke

    laKrugRN replied to Nellievixxen2017's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I ask at 13. This is what I was told to do when I worked in the

  16. Need advice...retaliation?

    laKrugRN replied to ruralnurse84's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Oh my gosh. That would not fly where I am at. Sleeping on the job?!

  17. Electronic cigarettes (E-cigs)

    laKrugRN replied to JackStrawRN's topic in Patient Education

    I'm not sure what all is in them but they do not taste the same or give that same feeling. I prefer the real

  18. Hospital vs dr office nursing as a new grad..

    laKrugRN replied to Loxam10's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I started out in a Peds clinic when I first graduated. I didn't feel like a nurse, I felt more like a secretary or an MA. I feel much more like a nurse at my new job and I am much happier. Clinic...

  19. New Graduate RN,BSN NO JOBS 10/15/14

    laKrugRN replied to BabyRN2222's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It took me 2 months to land a job as an RN with my BSN. Times are tough. Take anything you can get! I did not get my dream job right off the bat but I got some experience in my first job and now have...

  20. What is the proper way to address an RN?

    laKrugRN replied to planetoi's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    In the prison, the inmates call me by my first name or "Ma'am." The doc is called

  21. Worried about charges, Kentucky

    laKrugRN replied to Wondering88's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Talk to your nursing director or call your state board of

  22. New grad over 1 year and a few months

    laKrugRN replied to Nurse J1112's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Any job is better than what you are doing! Honestly, working in LTC would have looked a lot better on your part than not working. LTC, office, etc is not a death sentence. Heck, I stared out in a...

  23. Resigning and the Incessant "Why?"

    laKrugRN replied to technofreak's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It's none of your managers business honestly. But just keep it brief or make some polite excuse. Just leave on a good note. Never burn a

  24. New grad in doctors office, making lots of mistakes

    laKrugRN replied to Cynnie24's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My gosh of course you'll make mistakes. Experienced nurses make mistakes. Quit worrying and just learn and

  25. I HATE bedside nursing

    laKrugRN replied to Sabr's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I too, dislike bedside nursing. Hence, why I am a correctional nurse