PomMom65

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  1. Anatomy and Physio

    PomMom65 replied to natmanzo's topic in General Nursing

    Muscles. I had a hard time with muscles. I hardly remember that section. I just look it up if I do not

  2. Has being a nurse changed your outlook on...

    PomMom65 replied to richardgecko's topic in General Nursing

    I became a nurse when I was 48 and I have been a nurse for a year. I work on an inpatient hospice unit. There are things far worse than death. I am blessed to have the job I have. It really allows me...

  3. Nursing note for beginner LPN, my first note..opinions?

    PomMom65 replied to aloveless88's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good work. I would mention the apical pulse and if it was regular or

  4. NIGHT SHIFT: Health and Fitness

    PomMom65 replied to WHODEYzach's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I also work nights. (3 12 hours Mon, Tues and Thursday). I feel like my sleep is so fragmented. I try to work out Monday morning. Thursday morning, Friday afternoon and Saturday. The days that I do...

  5. Favorite ways to decompress

    PomMom65 replied to duskyjewel's topic in Health, Stress Management

    When I come home after a 12 hour shift I take a long hot shower (I work 12s overnights). Then I sit on the floor and my 4 little pomeranians jump all over me and welcome me home. I have a cup of...

  6. Can I still work as an LPN after I become an RN?

    PomMom65 replied to BlackBettyRN,OCN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have a friend that maintains both LPN and RN licenses. I plan on doing the

  7. Work schedule?

    PomMom65 replied to usmc241632's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work inpatient hospice in Pittsburgh. I do 12 hour shifts. Most nursing homes do 8. I did clinicals at an LTAC and 12 did

  8. Voluntary Euthanasia

    PomMom65 replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    There was an excellent documentary on HBO and you cansee it on Netflix. It is called How to Die in Oregon. They have the death with dignity law in place. However you must be of sound mind to...

  9. need input, want to start Hospice Nursing

    PomMom65 replied to elimayrn's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Yes. As an LPN I work on ac12 bed inpatient

  10. Considering LPN.

    PomMom65 replied to MattCM's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with Shelby. I am an LPN, I work on an inpatient Hospice unit. I could only take a limited time off of work. I needed to be working quickly on a full time basis. I supply the health insurance...

  11. advice young new grad (adn)

    PomMom65 replied to lexi_16's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    HPNA.org has excellent resources. I was a new nurse in a Hospice unit. I did a few of the online classes with

  12. Dealing with anxiety as a new nurse

    PomMom65 replied to Knuckles31's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been a nurse for about 10 months. I suggest finding a mentor where you work. someone to talk with. You will be okay. Take your time,

  13. need input, want to start Hospice Nursing

    PomMom65 replied to elimayrn's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hi I am an LPN and was lucky enough to get my first job on a 12 bed general inpatient unit. I love this work. I find it an honor to be able to take care of my patients and my families. I...

  14. My story: why are LPN's treated so badly???

    PomMom65 replied to azulocean45's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Agreed. Do not last past experiences define you now. I honestly feel you had a bad workplace. I work in an inpatient hospice unit. I get a 4 patient assignment usually. We work as a

  15. a "friend" looked me up on the BON?????

    PomMom65 replied to BA.LVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    run far and

  16. CNA wanting to challenge LVN exam?

    PomMom65 replied to barlynnc's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I did not realize there was such a process. My suggestion would be to complete an LPN /LVN program. Prior to being a nurse I was a CNA. I have the most respect for CNAs but as a CNA there is a lot of...

  17. Hospice In-patient Units

    PomMom65 replied to Jost930's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I work on a 12 bed inpatient unit. We are always full. We offer 1respite bed at a time. There have been times when we change a patient status to routine when they do not meet GIP criteria, usually...

  18. Being Asked to Come in and Work as CNA...

    PomMom65 replied to NurseQT's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In my facility when they are short staffed RNs and LPNs are asked to fill the role as CNAs. Our pay does not

  19. Being Asked to Come in and Work as CNA...

    PomMom65 replied to NurseQT's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    i do it from time to time. It does not bother

  20. School and work!

    PomMom65 replied to letlove's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I worked Friday and Saturday overnight shifts through

  21. Wanting an LPN degree

    PomMom65 replied to fraguada.sm's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am not familiar with any programs that allow you to become an LPN online. I would research through your State Board of Nursing the NCLEX pass rate of schools you are considering. Best of

  22. What is your favorite thing about being an Lpn??

    PomMom65 replied to futurerpn4lfe's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I enjoy being at the

  23. LPN'S are not going anywhere!

    PomMom65 replied to lucrecole2009's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am 50 years old. Becoming a nurse was a second career for me. I am an LPN. I became an LPN last year. I work for a Hospice provider and I love my job. With that said....I am going back for the...

  24. LPN/LVN Clinical Questions

    PomMom65 replied to TSgtRodrigues's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am in Pennsylvania. My rotations were everywhere, hospital acute settings, long term care, physician office, outpatient psych setting. We did not do an ER

  25. Suspended until further notice

    PomMom65 replied to missyellow's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This does seem quite harsh for a first time med error when no harm was done to the patient. Just be upfront and honest. sorry this happened to