chunnice

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1. working as LPN very difficult for me

   chunnice replied to monaky's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   All new nurses go through the same thing! I did too! It takes awhile to build up your communication skills...When your on the floor taking care of Patients its busy! One day I was getting an order...

2. need help with B-12 injection

   chunnice replied to moni in IA's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   The size I have used.. needle 22g 1 to 1 and 1/2 depending on the size of patient. I think I would get that order clarified before I gave it.

3. need help with B-12 injection

   chunnice replied to moni in IA's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   It's given Im. You could check with Pharmacy or your nursing supervisor..and of course the MD.

4. Frustrated with LPN school

   chunnice replied to Hoosiernurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

   Oh Cara, Just reading your post brings shiver's to my spine! I have an instant flash back to ten years ago when I was 31 and in my LPN program and had two boys 4 and 2. I was forever feeling inept....

5. Interview Help

   chunnice replied to luv4nursing's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   Hi, I'm a Nurse Manager in a long term care facility. I think dressing as you would for any other interview should be fine. Looking neat and professional. As far as the interview itself. It...

6. Dilemma - LPN to RN program

   chunnice replied to fireflyLPN's topic in Online Distance Learning

   Oh Good For You! Keep me posted!

7. Calling All Nurse Managers/Clinical Directors

   chunnice replied to RNPATL's topic in Nurse Management

   Hi, I have recently been promoted to the Nurse Manager in my facility. I was a charge Nurse for six years here. My biggest problem is making the transition from fellow nurse to Supervisor. My DON...

8. Major shakeups at my ltc

   chunnice replied to dinkymouse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Thats what I don't like about the OMT's. If I'm not mistaken they are under the Nurses License. I don't like the idea of someone giving meds for me...

9. Handling Admissions in Your Facility

   chunnice replied to donmomofnine's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Well, When I worked as the Admissions person for my facility I did all the touring, Admitted the person completely..assessments, meds..everything..but.. we are a small facility. Most Admissions...

10. How do I provide the care the residents need in such little time?

    chunnice replied to December716's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    As a Charge Nurse in Long Term Care for Ten years let me just say that CNA's have the hardest job. Please know that you are appreciated. At my facility the CNA's have ten Residents each. But, We...

11. New to College Network...anyone else?

    chunnice replied to texasdoll's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Sounds like you got a bad Rep. I was told I had 3 days to cancel. When I asked about what happens if life gets too busy she gave me I thought a pretty good answer..its at your own pace..go as fast...

12. New to College Network...anyone else?

    chunnice replied to texasdoll's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I think they can't use your Nursing and Med Surg..from LVN because of the actual amount of time spent on these. Its all about college credit with an RN. The RN has a vast amount of theory and in...

13. Dilemma - LPN to RN program

    chunnice replied to fireflyLPN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    If your employer will pay for most of it go. I have been an LPN for ten years. I love my job. But, I have worked at this 55 bed facility for over 6 years. I have a wonderful DON and she rewards...

14. LPN class full should I take...

    chunnice replied to xyz's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Education is never wasted. Take the class and don't lose sight of your goals!

15. News Flash !!!!!!!

    chunnice replied to n8isgr8's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congrats! All the best as you start your Nursing adventure!