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    What do you do with a problem supervisor?

    pagandeva2000 replied to RuRnurse?'s topic in General Nursing

    Okay, I am the real supervisor being spoken about. Just came from Salem, so, I am loaded with great karma, so watch it, folks! On a real note, however, she is wacko. For now, I would try and...
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    Mosquito Infestation!

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    I heard about this while on vacation...I go back Monday, so, I don't yet know what infection control is doing to address this issue. And, I work in a clinic, so, I'm not directly at the bedside. But...
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    Missed informed people about LPN profession boils my skin

    pagandeva2000 replied to mydee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I suspect that even some RN programs have not informed them of the role of LPNs because I can't even count how many times I had to inform them of what I can and can't do. I tell them that I am not a...
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    Missed informed people about LPN profession boils my skin

    pagandeva2000 replied to mydee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think that every discipline has something to offer in health care. You don't hear them say to get rid of respiratory therapists, CNAs, phlebotomists, dietiticans, physician assistants or others,...
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    Missed informed people about LPN profession boils my skin

    pagandeva2000 replied to mydee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    i totally understand what you mean, especially where i highlighted. in my eye, when we sign up, so to speak for the role, may it be lpn or rn, you agree to take on the responsibility or even some of...
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    Mosquito Infestation!

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    I would love to work near water, because I find that it is tranquil. I would take breaks and sit outside, after I spray insect repellent. I wish you luck, and envy
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    Mosquito Infestation!

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    Your avatar gave me the willies because of this
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    Mosquito Infestation!

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    I was bitten by several mosquitos while on vacation last week and also worried about West Nile and other things. However, my hospital is not located near water, so, I am really wondering how so many...
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    Missed informed people about LPN profession boils my skin

    pagandeva2000 replied to mydee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The positive things I discovered when I became an LPN is that I was able to start looking for alternate positions outside of my current job...something I could not do as a PCA because my CNA...
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    Missed informed people about LPN profession boils my skin

    pagandeva2000 replied to mydee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have made it no secret that I don't wish to become an RN. Therefore, unfortunately, I also had to accept that there will always be those that will believe that I am not nurse enough for them. The...
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    LVN/LPN.... Certificate just as good as Associate degree?

    pagandeva2000 replied to stayinthenight's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If the school you are interested in offers the bridge to the RN then, consider that one, in case you decide in the future you wish to continue (and it can't hurt to inquire if it has to be done within...
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    Missed informed people about LPN profession boils my skin

    pagandeva2000 replied to mydee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Never let others influence your personal decisions. It is good to hear many perspectives, but you have to make the decision for yourself. As many naysayers that exist, there are just as many who...
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    I have wanted to be a nurse for years

    pagandeva2000 replied to dreamin2bnurse's topic in General Nursing

    You have to be in it to win it, so to speak. Take things one step at a time. A suggestion I have is to look at your basic reading, writing and math skills because most schools require some sort of...
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    No time off for new dad!!

    pagandeva2000 replied to NursingStudent5548's topic in General Nursing

    I also believe that you can make a small wedding intimate and meaningful because it is the hearts that count. My husband and I got married in Las Vegas 10 years ago and it was not a taudry affair, it...
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    Pharmacology Certification by NAPNES?

    pagandeva2000 replied to lauralauranurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is what I want to know...is it difficult? I admit it is laziness on my part, but, I don't want to treat this like school, so to speak, with too many tricky, ambigious questions like NCLEX. I...
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    I am anxious!

    pagandeva2000 replied to cindyod's topic in General Nursing

    i agree with you. i don't know of any hospital in new york that would place an lpn in charge. the hospital i work for always has rns in charge of med-surg floors. i function as a team leader in the...
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    ATTN: Becoming a Medical Assistant=Waste of Time

    pagandeva2000 replied to msnjie4RN's topic in General Nursing

    I was able to obtain medical assistant training for $300 and obtained agency positions in several areas. What I suspect is that I had experience/training as a CNA, phlebotomist and in psych, which...
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    specimen with medicine?

    pagandeva2000 replied to texas_lvn's topic in General Nursing

    We have policies written that state food has to be kept in a seperate location from medications and specimens. In fact, we have 3 refrigerators, one for food, one for meds and the specimen fridge is...
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    I am anxious!

    pagandeva2000 replied to cindyod's topic in General Nursing

    I also find it shocking that a person would leave a new LPN in charge of a med-surg unit in a hospital. Most hospitals in New York that I know of would not even dream of leaving an LPN in...
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    No time off for new dad!!

    pagandeva2000 replied to NursingStudent5548's topic in General Nursing

    I am a bit confused, what does your boyfriend do for a living? In any event, it seems important to the both of you that this is experienced together, so, I would probably suggest getting a doctor's...
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    Girlfriend becoming a nurse - Advice

    pagandeva2000 replied to Legion6789's topic in General Nursing

    It is nice of you to want to share her world. During school, she may be anxious, frustrated and tired and then, as a new grad, she may be just plain scared. Even if you don't volunteer, just listen...
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    Just Returned From Vacation

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    i wish i can tepidly tread those waters...go in for two days next week for a month, then, increase to three by september...oh, the agony! but, i don't have to think about it at all until monday,...
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    Just Returned From Vacation

    pagandeva2000 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello Everyone! I am on week two of my vacation; just got back from Salem, MA and had a lovely time. I LOVE that sleepy town...all of the metaphysical haunts, the quiet, the serenity and the...
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    Just Returned From Vacation

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    OMG!! Had I known that, I would have certainly met with you!! If you are the metaphysical type, then, Salem would be the place for you. There are more than just Wiccans that flock there...people...
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    Just Returned From Vacation

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    ((Sue))...yes, so depressing, but, then, life is this way, we live, we work, we sometimes play, but not for