Jen4nursing replied to Jen4nursing's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
Hi kbvn3210, I lnow it seems overwhelming at first but you will get the hang of it and a routine will develop. How long have you been working LTC? I always started my vitals for BP meds right...
Jen4nursing replied to Jen4nursing's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
Your very welcome. Like I said if you go into LTC just remember it is going to take time to establish a routine. You will not be as fast as the other nurses and you shouldn't compare yourself to them...
Jen4nursing replied to Jen4nursing's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
Hi Valleyval621, First let me apologize for not getting right back to you. Life has been hectic. In my first year of nursing I started as a vent and trach pediatric nurse because this gave me a...
I remember how it was my first time as a new LPN the only job I could find was homecare. Eventually 2 years later I landed a job in a nursing home. So all you new LPNs I would love to be your mentor...
Jen4nursing replied to Jen4nursing's topic in General Nursing
Thanks for your comments. I did have a job lined up when I put in my resignation letter because I wanted to leave on good terms but the second they got it they fired me. I found out from a friend...
So I was just curious on how many nurses have left their jobs due to hostile environments and the boss fires them as soon as they put in their letter of recognition. I am in that boat now and I need...
NursesRmoFun, I honestly feel that LTC facilities are just difficult period. I worked in their sub acute, Alzheimer/dementia and both LTC units and they were all horrible. The gossip and laziness...
Kooky Korky I just want you to know that the "Don't question my intelligence" was not directed towards you. It was the other post that insulted me. Anyway I like the advice you gave and your right...
Thank you Smiling Blue Eyes that is so true but my problem is that I tend to not say anything until it builds up and eventually I can't take it anymore. Your right staying calm is the right way but I...
Rose Queen, You are correct also I did not help the situation but when your patient is almost on the floor and the CNA told you I'll be there in a minute it is what came out of my mouth I may have...
Thank you Kooky Korky, This is the response I have been waiting for. I know how you feel on not getting recognition for your hard work. This is how I felt at the job I quit. You are also 100%correct...
Well i thank you all for your input and will definitley work on my communication skills as suggested. Just so everyone is aware I am an American born and bred and yes I am bilingual but my first...
I again apologize for the errors in grammar as I am writing this on my cell phone. I also would like to point out that I have never asked the CNAs to do anything except for their job. When I had time...