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Standing Strong in Scrubs is a powerful and relatable guide created for healthcare professionals who give their all—often at the expense of themselves. Written by nurse, educator, and healthcare leader LaTisha Carter, this book speaks directly to those working long shifts, navigating burnout, and learning how to advocate for themselves while still providing compassionate care.
Through real-life insight, encouragement, and practical wisdom, Standing Strong in Scrubs empowers nurses, CNAs, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to rebuild confidence, establish healthy boundaries, and rediscover their self-worth—both in and out of uniform. This book is not just about surviving healthcare—it’s about standing strong, showing up with purpose, and reclaiming your voice in a demanding profession.
Whether you’re new to healthcare or a seasoned professional, Standing Strong in Scrubs will remind you why you started, who you are, and why you matter.
A must-read for every healthcare professional ready to walk in confidence—on and off the clock.
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Chapter 2
Nursing Process Refresher
The nursing process is the foundation of all nursing care. It provides a systematic, evidence based method for identifying patient needs, planning care, carrying out interventions, and evaluating outcomes.
As an LVN, you contribute to every step of the process, even though you may not make nursing diagnoses independently.
The 5 Steps of the Nursing Process
Step
Assessment
Diagnosis
Planning
What It Involves
Collecting data: vitals, history,
physical observations
RN identifies nursing diagnoses
Setting goals and priorities
Implementation Carrying out interventions
Evaluation
Determining if goals are met
LVN Role
Measure vitals, focused assessments,
report changes
Provide supporting data
Offer realistic interventions
Administer meds, provide care,
reinforce teaching
Observe outcomes, document progress
Importance for LVNs
• Consistency: Following the process ensures no step is skipped.
• Teamwork: Helps you communicate effectively with RNs, who rely on your accurate
data.
• Patient Safety: Early recognition of changes allows timely interventions.
• Legal Protection: Demonstrates that you are following standards of nursing practice.
Planning & Prioritization in Action
When planning care, think about what needs to be done first and what can wait. Use tools like:
• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (Physiological → Safety → Love/Belonging → Esteem → Self-Actualization)
• ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation)
Visual Aid – Nursing Process Cycle
[Assessment] → [Diagnosis] → [Planning] → [Implementation] → [Evaluation] → (Back to Assessment if needed)
This continuous loop reminds you that nursing care is ongoing and dynamic.
Tip: Always prioritize ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.
