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    LPN's Getting No Respect

    pagandeva2000 replied to jjrz1037's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It was stupid of those instructors to skip over various aspects of teaching because you have no idea WHAT will appear on NCLEX...and that exam may cover any of the 4 domains taught to practical...
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    Forced to stay at work...?

    pagandeva2000 replied to WannaBeNrse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I can respect this; when I have made choices to do what I have to do, I do anticipate the fact that there may be unfavorable consequences to my decisions. If I had to be counseled, then, the...
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    Forced to stay at work...?

    pagandeva2000 replied to WannaBeNrse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I understand both of your views, Milwila and Stanley. I am just saying that when it comes down to that, each is going to do what they have to do. These excuses go on in all careers, not just...
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    Licensed after 55?

    pagandeva2000 replied to Nurse2BB's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, pluh-leez!!! Many times, people hate to see others catching up with them-you get to see how horrible they really are. And they try to show some one-upmanship. Screw this person, get your license...
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    Please list your opinions on this subject i am dealing with.

    pagandeva2000 replied to 49*1's topic in General Nursing

    I would try to avoid filing bankrupt. For one, you are young, and don't know for sure if you would even LIKE nursing. Even though most of us are at least somewhat satisfied with their career, there...
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    Forced to stay at work...?

    pagandeva2000 replied to WannaBeNrse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I respect the fact that an employer has their own interests to protect. However, what was the CNA to actually do? No reliable babysitter? What I probably would have done is the same, but with the...
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    LPN's Getting No Respect

    pagandeva2000 replied to jjrz1037's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    we all have to be proud of our accomplishments, and when we know from within that we make a difference, then, that is all that counts. i keep saying to people that there is always someone else...
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    LPN's Getting No Respect

    pagandeva2000 replied to jjrz1037's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have encountered such behavior, also. It used to **** me off, but I also knew that in time, most people tend to abuse those that do not advocate for themselves. Of course, now is NOT the time to...
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    Discouraed and about to give up on Nursing

    pagandeva2000 replied to kendel's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, nurses eat their young, and this is a clear example of that...I would have been beyond embarassed to be followed around like I am an imbecile. It is true, not every place is like this;...
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    Are LPN/LVNs a dying breed?

    pagandeva2000 replied to Trophywife81's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work at a HHC facility.... Jamacia Hospital continues to hire them, I understand, and New York Hospital of Queens-I have friends who worked there in the recent past. Beth Israel Hospital offered...
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    PCT or CNA

    pagandeva2000 replied to gagurl's topic in General Nursing

    If possible, I would invest in a course in phlebotomy. They may teach you that skill at the job, or they may expect that you have already aquired the training outside, similar to the CNA. PCT/PCA is...
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    Are LPN/LVNs a dying breed?

    pagandeva2000 replied to Trophywife81's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I feel the same way...don't let anyone rain on your parade. I KNOW I make a difference each place I work at. I was on vacation, returned today, and EVERYONE of them ran to me and said that I should...
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    Are LPN/LVNs a dying breed?

    pagandeva2000 replied to Trophywife81's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm curious to know where in New York this is; I have not had this experience in the Queens area. Hospitals out here are still hiring LPNs. They are being removed from places like ICU, ER, and...
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    LPN versus CMA

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

    Maybe you are being sensitive, but no one has discredited CMAs. I was one myself and was a good one. However, because I attended both programs, I see the clear difference between the CMA and Nurse....
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    who is responsible

    pagandeva2000 replied to nurseforfun's topic in General Nursing

    We have to be careful...look for documented allergies before we administer medications, or there is no excuse (not that I don't understand on a personal level, but a court of law would have a field...
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    Can someone give me info on home health?

    pagandeva2000 replied to Joy123's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Don't know of any agencies because I live in NY, but even though I did home health early in my 2 year LPN career, I think it is better to have some bedside experience under your belt until you feel...
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    Why still IV gtt rates on exams?

    pagandeva2000 replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I hate it also, and also did a recent on line test that was at least 15% drip rates that for a moment, I totally blanked out and had to think. In addition converting from Apocraphry (I know this is a...
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    Dangerous medications

    pagandeva2000 replied to Kurious RN's topic in General Nursing

    I work in the Coumadin clinic and I have seen the high INRs, unexplained bruises on the arms and had to apply serious pressure after a blood draw due to excessive bleeding...scary! Heparin is...
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    WHY ARE NURSES SO RUDE to CNA's?

    pagandeva2000 replied to nurse2be123's topic in General Nursing

    I have also witnessed both sides of the spectrum. You have to work a bit, get some experience under your belt in different places to see that not everyone is stereotyped into one lump. I am not...
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    LPN versus CMA

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

    I have had training as a medical assistant, and believe me, it is FAR different from the LPN program I completed. I can certainly say that a medical assistant that is sharp and dedicated is worth...
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    Dealing with medical emergencies

    pagandeva2000 replied to vmoh18's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Unfortunately, death is part of nursing on any level. They teach you CPR, and you should take time to review it every now and then, however, the most important thing is to get the patient into a safe...
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    abbreviations.......

    pagandeva2000 replied to CNAMichelle's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The CNA textbook should have plenty of abbreviations that you should know. While it is true that many are no longer used, you have to learn them during the course. The ones mentioned are the most...
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    Arizona - Maxim Health Care

    pagandeva2000 replied to Glina's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I worked for them in New York as an LPN two years ago. They were pretty nice, paid on time and do direct deposits. In addition, they have many of their CNAs work as 'admits' during flu season. What...
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    Forced to stay at work...?

    pagandeva2000 replied to WannaBeNrse's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It is hard to find reasonably priced babysitters that you can trust, and many do not want for children to be dropped off earlier than a designated time. They have lives, also. I do believe that back...
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    Genetic Testing B/4 Taking Coumadin?

    pagandeva2000 posted a topic in General Nursing

    My uncle sent me this from WebMD about a requirement of genetic testing before taking Coumadin. Has anyone heard of this? I don't think this is being done at my hospital or know that it is required....