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Hi SaltyBones! I signed in just to thank you for such a detailed breakdown-seriously, thank you! I wanted to ask why you chose assessment B over C or the combo? I'm wondering if there is a difference in them individually. Congrats on doing so excellently!

LOL. She hasn't...she's way ahead of the game. Her silence and knowing when to stop beating a dead horse is The absolute best response on AN. *unsubscribed*

Well said. I hope you don't get flamed for it. OP, live and learn and then go do great things. We were all allowed to learn, whether it be the easy way or the hard way. You got your advice and now you and only you get to choose. It is your given right. All the best.

BSNbeDONE, your post gave me so much life í ½í¸ƒ

Wow. That sucks. I'm really sorry that this happened. I know you said they did you a favor but being treated like you could do nothing right by your administration is an awful feeling. I do hope you find a place that will appreciate your efforts. Big hugs

Whispers amen

I've personally never heard of this method but would absolutely love to hear of others who has and or done it.

When I worked general surgery outpatient, all the surgeons used sterile technique for certain I&Ds. The only time that procedure became a clean one was when the colorectal patients popped in...

Gosh, I really don't want to come across as some sort of flamer or nitpicker but I'm curious...nurses do the dirty work of...nurses? Because that doesn't quite make sense to me. LPNs are nurses. Nurses do dirty work-period... To contribute my 2 cents to the op, that decision is very subjective as you know and depends upon many factors. For instance the ADN program in my area had wacky hours and since I could not accommodate those hours I went with an LPN program. At least when I decide to bridge over I have the option of evening and weekend hours to complete my degree. If you have the time go to ADN. If you do not have that sort of time then start off as an LPN. To me, it's a stepping stone to get to where I want to be...if I so choose. Good luck!

I just recently printed a copy this week for my reference. From what I have read, no, lpns aren't allowed to "develop" a nursing plan...but as Commuter stated I believe we can add on to it after its been initiated by an RN. It would help if the board wasn't sketchy with word use. For instance I'm still confused over whether or not I'm allowed to draw blood :/ Scope of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses | OPWDD

I enjoyed this. Well thought out, mature, and very well written. 1 million likes if I could.

So I know that this topic has been beaten to death and I have been through majority of the archives that I could find on here but here it is again :) I was a medical assistant for years and recently became an LPN. I had difficulty finding a job and finally landed one in a clinic setting. Vitals, phlebotomy, taking down pertinent patient information...the only thing I feel separates my experience from an ma and an lpn is that I don't order the Dr's lunch anymore :/ I recently found out that I have an opportunity to work at a SNF and sub acute rehab and a correctional facility (though that one is part time). It would be 6:30 am to 2:30 pm with a 1:15-20 and 5 cnas. I'm scared to leave a "plush" clinic for the unknown but...I want to feel like I went to nursing school for a reason. I also want to decide whether I will go forward with getting an RN. The thought of not being good enough with meds and time management scares me...as well as delegating. But I also feel like I want to try--at least for myself, kwim? The SNF is also 9 minutes away from my home vs the 40 minutes and fighting for parking I go through now. I know I have to give up holidays and weekends...all I want to know is if it's worth it? Will I be able to experience being a nurse instead of feeling like a supped up version of a medical assistant. I mean no disrespect and please pardon me if I come off this way. Just looking for direction or advice. Another perspective. Thanks

Yep, sure do! And they never knew I existed till now lol Farawyn Been there, done that The Commuter And as of late Dogen No rhyme or reason....cept Been there, done that....something about her posts makes me merry inside like Xmas morning.