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  1. My First Write Up

    TPfan24 replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    You said you were working a double shift as a new LPN and had to rush over to the next unit. As a new LPN, I would be careful about working doubles. The words double shift, rushing and new nurse are...

  2. Hesitant about getting FNP position

    TPfan24 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello everyone here, I check in daily and enjoy the posts. I graduated in 06 FNP took several months to take the boards, then several more months to leave my comfortable position as an RN. I am...

  3. Need some guidance for my "personal statement" for my application.

    TPfan24 replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My feelings are this statement serves to explain who you are and why you want to persue an advanced degree. Some meaningful nursing moments would be good. Tell about yourself, what makes nursing so...

  4. Spouse of Home Hospice Patient Makes Me Feel "Ookie".....

    TPfan24 replied to tencat's topic in General Nursing

    I would write up an incident report from your agency regarding the verbal threats and unusual statements made by the husband. I agree should be notified about the threats of bodily harm to specific...

  5. Spouse of Home Hospice Patient Makes Me Feel "Ookie".....

    TPfan24 replied to tencat's topic in General Nursing

    Those are warning signs that need to be heeded. Report this situation to your agency. Understandably the wife still needs care but your OWN safety comes first. Report those threats that you have heard...

  6. A New 50 year old nurse!?????

    TPfan24 replied to timjo's topic in General Nursing

    Yes I also echo the previous posts. I say go for it. We only go through this life once. Fufill your life dream. I am a new NP and also am in the early years of the 5th decade of

  7. Questions about becoming an NP

    TPfan24 replied to MICKEYnHANNAHsMOM's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi there just as employment as an RN there are flexible jobs out there for an NP. You can work part time as an NP. I currently have 2 part time positions. The money varies from position, experience...

  8. Help! Did I screw myself?

    TPfan24 replied to DaisyRN, ACNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Oh that APA format! Going through the 10 years to get my BSN then MSN, I had many a paper which I though was wonderfully written to come back marked in red over APA format. Also the teachers had...

  9. Help! Did I screw myself?

    TPfan24 replied to DaisyRN, ACNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Oh that APA fprmat! Going through the 10 years to get my BSN then MSN, I had many a paper which I though was wonderfully written to come back marked in red over APA format. Also the teachers had...

  10. Please Help...

    TPfan24 replied to Shantae's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry to hear of this tragedy. The outcome is unknown but she has her youth on her side along with the support of family and friends. I will keep her in my prayers. Hope for the

  11. When you think it can't get any worse....

    TPfan24 replied to Cmariehart's topic in General Nursing

    I bet that's just what those residents needed- a good light hearted laugh! A good laugh changes everything even just for a moment. Thanks for

  12. I'll try again-another position I am considering

    TPfan24 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello, I wrote earlier about a position involved in consultation services in long term care. The consultations focus on behavioral issues with or without medication additions/adjustments. I am a...

  13. DOT physicals

    TPfan24 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The job I applied for did not involve drug testing as I posted in an earlier thread. The job consists of performing DOT physicals over a 4 hour period once a week. What is your experience on doing DOT...

  14. DOT physicals

    TPfan24 replied to TPfan24's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hi everyone, well I went to the bus station to observe DOT physicals and become familiar with the criteria/ papperwork. It took me about 20 minutes to do the H&P. The people do not get undressed....

  15. LTC facility--how many floors is yours? and

    TPfan24 replied to ajaxgirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Actually

  16. LTC facility--how many floors is yours? and

    TPfan24 replied to ajaxgirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Stairs for me, two flights, I am usually in a

  17. questions about Assisted Living

    TPfan24 replied to MelodyRNurse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hello student, I have worked in assisted living for several years as an RN part time. The assisted residents generally are meds and treatment by nurse. Independent residents are more self sufficient...

  18. DOT physicals

    TPfan24 replied to TPfan24's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thanks for all your responses. I am going to the job site on Mon. to observe and speak with the present NP. I have the DOT paperwork also. I'll get back to you on my

  19. DOT physicals

    TPfan24 replied to TPfan24's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thanks for your input, I am beginning to have major reservations about this position. As a new NP working alone how could I do a complete physical in 15 minutes. This job also required a significant...

  20. DOT physicals

    TPfan24 replied to TPfan24's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    GTH, Thanks for your reply. The physicals are scheduled every 15 minutes and I was told between 12 -16 are booked. I am going to this job site to observe and find out more info later this month. How...

  21. Please advise!!

    TPfan24 replied to enmccray's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I certainly think taking these course together can be done. You'll be busy but so glad with your accomplishment when they are over. Good luck and still take time to enjoy the

  22. Average amt of exp before NP

    TPfan24 replied to ltvixen's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    After 20 years of nursing I went back for my BSN which took 6 years part time. Then continued on for my MS which took 4 years. Now looking for a NP position after being a nurse for over 30

  23. How Your Life Can Change in the Blink of an Eye!

    TPfan24 replied to chase4myheart's topic in General Nursing

    Hello, I have also had a similiar experience with a parent. My mother went from being fully ambulatory to falling and being unable to stand/ walk. this was due to a weaning off a medication. She ended...

  24. need help--husband died at home

    TPfan24 replied to pyseymo's topic in Cardiac

    I too am sorry to hear of your loss. You did the very best you could at the time. Please get some support for you and your children. Let us know how you are doing. Prayers will be

  25. ANCC FNP exam

    TPfan24 replied to NCFNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thanks for the referral to indeed.com. Many jobs offerings posted, maybe one is for me. Keep studying and good