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  1. Only African American Nurse on Staff

    mhusen5 replied to nette1022's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Soliloquy, You may be right....but I think she may have not set her parameters in place in a timely fashion! If you don't squelch it the first time it happens..it becomes more difficult to turn it...

  2. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    IrishizRN, I agree with your assessment of those who do not value the education received. Makes me question their motivation and how dedicated they are to their profession, if they got nothing out of...

  3. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Aurora, I chose not to answer the question simply because I refuse to measure ANY nurse's worth by the degrees or licenses in her wallet. That's despicable behavior! Imho, that was her intent. Her...

  4. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    RNsRWe, You have made serious and blatantly false allegations and innuendo concerning my qualifications and right to to be a member of allnurses, simply because I chose not to feed into your obsessive...

  5. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Whew!

  6. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Obsessive curiosity and questioning my "personal" business quite frankly leads me to believe that any further dialogue would be totally counterproductive. In that case, please respect my request....

  7. Only African American Nurse on Staff

    mhusen5 replied to nette1022's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Every new charge nurse/supervisor, black or white, is challenged by those who were there "before" and don't like change..or think they know more than you do. Your job is to stay above the fray and do...

  8. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    fltopp1, I respect your opinion and theirs., despite the fact that I don't concur. IMHO, no education is ever a waste, underwater basket weaving notwithstanding ;-) Although your sense of humor should...

  9. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    RED, Pleas note: My direct quote below, copy and paste from page 3 does not have "emphasis added"! "Like it or not, your knowledge base and pay scale is measured by your degrees....and that is cast in...

  10. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    RED, Evidently you were offended by my comment. I don't comment to make enemies, but to give an honest opinion based on my personal observation, and experience. Your opinion and experience is not...

  11. African American Hair Problems in Nursing

    mhusen5 replied to desertstar6's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    There is a lot of chit chat about some black hair styles being a deterrent to employment! There is a lot of chit chat about some black hair styles not being acceptable in the nursing/hospital...

  12. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    The more advanced degrees always allow for more job options. There are many LPNs who are happy working LTC.....but also many who prefer hospitals. Some hospitals are phasing out LPNs. They can hire an...

  13. African American Hair Problems in Nursing

    mhusen5 replied to desertstar6's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    RNtr, Every job has its own requirements and expectations.... Secretaries are criticized for too much cleavage and/or thighs Receptionists don't wear jeans and tee shirts ..if they want to keep their...

  14. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    RNsrWE My comment has absolute nothing to do with degrees or licenses per se...except the knowledge that each requires and provides to adequately administer to those who are entrusted to our care....

  15. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Your opinion is right on. You are either motivated to climb the ladder or you are not. No one disrespects those that don't! The problem arises when those who have not pursued an advanced education...

  16. African American Hair Problems in Nursing

    mhusen5 replied to desertstar6's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Aspiring.. Common sense says: If you are interviewing for a dream job that you really want, you've done what it takes to be knowledgeable about that company and it's policies. You make adjustments...

  17. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    RED, Nothing beats experience, observation and the ability to listen to the anecdotes of those who believe they are being short-changed...unfairly.... because they have an LPN :-) It's their story......

  18. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Wow...you presume so much that is not in evidence! Why would you choose to assassinate my character to make your point? You don't know anything about me. My comment was for the individual who...

  19. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Sorry RED, I don't pontificate but simply tell it like it is...in the real world... It's all about choices! If you are choosing a career path, you should know all the pros and cons. That was my...

  20. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Please read my comment again! You're reading into my comment that which is not there! I did not disrespect any class of nurses, nor would I ever. I stated simply what you can expect.... regarding...

  21. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I stated nothing rude or demeaning! Your perception is faulty. You either have your own issues, or the truth/facts offended you because it wasn't what you wanted to hear! I never disrespected or...

  22. African American Hair Problems in Nursing

    mhusen5 replied to desertstar6's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Employers in hospitals and elsewhere set the hair rules and dress codes...that's their prerogative! It is what it is...don't muddy the waters by deliberately flaunting the rules..if you want the job!...

  23. Will LPN's be around for long?

    mhusen5 replied to OMMx3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    If you want to be limited in your choice of jobs, get an LPN! I worked in several hospitals that refused to hire LPNs. Now, many require a BSN for everything but a staff nurse. If you have a choice,...