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  1. Could I be a high school nurse?

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in School

    Hi, DEgalRN, this opportunity is with the school board and during school hour only. It is located in a more well off area that compares to the surrounding area. I imagine that is the reason this...

  2. Could I be a high school nurse?

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in School

    Hi, I just got an opportunity to interview for LPN position in a high school. It is a very exciting opportunity for me but I am not sure what are the responsibilities of high school nurse and...

  3. Could I be a high school nurse?

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in School

    Hi no, sorry I didn't see a notification for your reply. I am working in a LTC facility. But I am very interested in school nursing. Earlier, I just got a call for interview tomorrow. It is a one on...

  4. I don't think I am caught up for nursing. med error

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am a LPN. a new grade actually. at school, instructor told us that residents need a nurse whom will think instead of blindly follow orders and to my best judgement and training at skilled nursing...

  5. Experienced nurses, How do you tell your supervisor?

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi, experienced nurses, How do you tell your supervisor that you want your CNAs to take a break? I am new at my job and also a new grade. unfortunately, I am also the only nurse on my shift in the...

  6. Is it possible to become an LPN through vocational school?

    Fireflynurse replied to Hopeful Nurse112's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi, Maybe you can google LPN school in your state? that would pop up a few selections and that's how I found my LPN school. If you are located in IL, there are quite a few schools. Or you can go to...

  7. Home care - new LPN NJ

    Fireflynurse replied to holly2422's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    From one new grade to another, don't feel obligated and move on like others said. I had similar situation as yours when I found my first job. If this job made you uncomfortable, you have to move on to...

  8. New grade LPN first job dilemma, advice please

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi all, this is probably the 2nd or 3rd time that I asked for advice on this new job that I just started a month ago and I wonder if it is the last time that I would ask advice for it. I am so...

  9. just a question about med pass

    Fireflynurse replied to NurseBetty_RN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think you are doing fine

  10. just a question about med pass

    Fireflynurse replied to NurseBetty_RN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I like all your workload because the two jobs I have been trained with requires 2-3 hours for over 40 patients which is insane. but they said it is safe but

  11. New grade LPN first job dilemma, advice please

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Dear RNinIN, I wish I had so many shifts that I couldn't think straight LOL... nope.. joke aside, I didn't wait around for them to clarify their lies. Right after I saw nurses comments here, I looked...

  12. New grade LPN first job dilemma, advice please

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi, thank you :) I didn't know that because it was my first time looking for a nursing job but after I talked to nurses here, I didn't wait around. :) I am in training for another job which I make...

  13. New grade LPN first job dilemma, advice please

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi ,Thank you for your encouragement. It was very odd when I realized the descrpancy between what the DON told me and what actually happened. The DON told me that PRN full time is still a full time...

  14. New grade LPN first job dilemma, advice please

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you for your feedback.Actually, this is exactly what I need to hear. I didn't understand how PRN works but now after your explanation, I understand it now. So PRN full time meant that I can work...

  15. How to approach the DON?

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi, I am a brand new nurse that just graduated from school and started my job as an LPN yesterday. Here I have a dilemma that I really need some advice from nurses or anyone who has a very good...

  16. How to approach the DON?

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am not afraid of cold and it was like -5 here yesterday so if the building or windows are not well insulated, it gets cold. but you gave me a good idea on how to approach him in regards of the...

  17. shoul I start my career in Pediatric?

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Hi all, I am getting ready for my Nclex exam in Oct so I am mostly concentrate in my study. But I do have some concerns about which area to go in after I pass my board so I was wondering if anyone in...

  18. Questions on prioritze tasks

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hi all, I just started to prepare my nclex and have been doing some questions on Pearson. My biggest problem is to prioritize tasks. I am not sure why after I read the review book, I still don't...

  19. Questions on prioritze tasks

    Fireflynurse replied to Fireflynurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you for your help. Now, I understand the reason. Your explanation makes perfect

  20. Has anyone worked with Peds LTC? advice please :)

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi, I posted my question on pediatric for a few days but didn't get any answers so I thought I re-post it here to see if anyone can share experiences or advice. Hi, I am a LPN student and will...

  21. any experienced LPN/RN for LTC pediatric patients?

    Fireflynurse posted a topic in Pediatric

    Hi, I am a LPN student and will graduate this August. Today I received a phone call that shocked me. It was from a LTC for severe disabled children. The DON asked me if I was interested in working for...