Lillian11

Lillian11 has 1 years experience and specializes in Cardiac.

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1. Nurses, how do you view your job?

   Lillian11 replied to 8*P23J's topic in General Nursing

   I think the "just a job" comment was misinterpreted. I think that in response to your question of how to leave work at work, remembering that it's "just your job" is an important tactic in being able to function in your regular life. Yes, we all sign...

2. Part time BSN to FNP advice needed.

   Lillian11 posted a topic in General Nursing

   Very interested in pursuing an FNP degree, but have lots of questions. I have been a nurse for just one year, and definitely plan to continue working full time. I work 3 to 4 12s per week. I have a 2-year-old little boy and a hubby too, so my free ti...

3. Aspiring CCU Nurse

   Lillian11 replied to Lillian11's topic in CCU

   Thank you!!!!

4. Aspiring CCU Nurse

   Lillian11 replied to Lillian11's topic in CCU

   Awesome! Good luck to you, too! I have been working as a tech in the CCU until the cardiac residency begins... love it! I am trying to pick up on what to learn... I think the biggest thing is to make sure you know your cardiac meds, body systems and ...

5. Aspiring CCU Nurse

   Lillian11 posted a topic in CCU

   Hi! I am starting a new grad cardiac nurse residency next month. I will rotate through four cardiac units and after 5 months, will be placed on one of the four. I have been a tech for several years, and am still picking up hours all over our cardiac ...

6. Days or Nights with kids?

   Lillian11 replied to ChristineN's topic in General Nursing

   I am am mother to a 13 month old little boy, and let me just tell you whatever you decide, you guys will make it work!! :-) It really doesn't matter which you choose, either way you will need childcare during the day while you are working OR during ...

7. Work as a CNA during nursing school: YES.

   Lillian11 replied to Lillian11's topic in General Students

   Glad to hear it!! Unfortunately, working as a CNA is almost like working for minimum wage where I live... but the benefits, as mentioned above, in my opinion, are far reaching and have proven to be invaluable in my case. :-) Best of luck to you!!!!

8. Work as a CNA during nursing school: YES.

   Lillian11 posted a topic in General Students

   Congratulations, you have been accepted to a nursing school!!!! You are well on your way to becoming a nurse!!! My school held an orientation prior to starting the program. They spent an entire day focusing on teaching us how to change our lives so ...

9. New RN starting a contract position: please help!

   Lillian11 replied to Lillian11's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you! I decided not to take the position. I felt really worried about it last night, and did a good bit of research on independent contractors, which lead me to realize that I would have been putting myself (and clients) in a possible unsafe sit...

10. New RN starting a contract position: please help!

    Lillian11 replied to Lillian11's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks so much. I will definitely set money aside to cover taxes and call about insurance as well.

11. New RN starting a contract position: please help!

    Lillian11 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi! I have been hired by a company who just opened the first and only residential treatment center for eating disorders in my city. I will be in charge of am & pm assessments, meds, new admit assessments and general nursing duties for both the re...

12. Deployed Army Nursing: 101 Things I Learned While Deployed

    Lillian11 replied to Lunah's topic in Government

    Thank you for your service!!!! Thank you for sharing this incredible story.

13. Just took my nclex 4/8/14 and failed for the first time

    Lillian11 replied to babesu's topic in NCLEX

    Hi, I am so sorry you didn't pass. I failed my first time, and that feeling was the pits! The good news is, the feelings will go, and you can use them to motivate you to study and prepare even harder for time number 2. It's just a test, and not eve...

14. NCLEX-RN on 4/10!!! Last minute advice much appreciated!

    Lillian11 replied to LegsMcgeeRN's topic in NCLEX

    Prayers for you!! You can do it!! :-) Just try your best to remain calm and keep your mind off of the exam today. Try to get a good nights rest. Remember that there is no way to know EVERYTHING that is on the exam. Don't panic if you see a question y...

15. Nurses who are mothers to small children.

    Lillian11 replied to Lillian11's topic in General Nursing

    I want to hug you! Thank you so much for the encouraging post!!! Makes me feel so much better. I do feel really guilty about going back to work... I really like the idea of working on the weekends so that he can hang out with his dad on the weekends....