Desperate for advice how to complete my nursing career by getting a LVN/RN License

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  1. What would you do if you were in my situation?

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      Move to a state that would allow me to sit for my LVN and do a fast track program LVN to RN
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      Complete an LVN program, get my license and do a fast track LVN to RN program
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      Find a BSN RN program that did not have a 5 year max. on pre-reqs start over and hope they take transfer credits
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      Complete a LVN program until I find an employer that would pay for my RN fast track program
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      Write a letter to my previous BSN RN school I was expelled from, asking to come back (begging for an exception)

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Does anyone have any advice for my situation, I completed all the prerequisites for nursing school (which was over 5 years ago) I was accepted and completed 2 semesters of nursing school (therefore I was half done with my BSN RN 4 year degree) I was "expelled" for my ignorant opinions I posted on Facebook. (Which I am sharing with everyone to bring awareness to how social media can literally ruin your life and take what you worked so hard for and punish you so bad) This was the worst thing I have ever gone through. That being said I was thinking about re-applying to nursing schools and starting over or letting them accept what courses were equivalent in their course outline. I am desperate since I am working for low pay as a medical assistant. I have been looking into going back and starting my RN nursing career over but have had no luck since my pre-requesites (anatomy, physiology, micro etc) was over 5 years ago. Therefore, they want me to start ALL OVER AGAIN! So I have been researching LVN programs in Texas, and it appears I would have to go through an accredited LVN school to sit for the boards. I know in Cali and a few other states you can use previous schooling hours and work experience, since I have been a MA for over 10 years.

I am desperate and if anyone could please read this and give me any advice possible and options to paths I could take to eventually get my RN or LVN I would be so honored! PLEASE HELP! :unsure:

Whitney

They allow CNAs to challenge the LVN exam with just work experience? Wow.

Yes ...and a pharmacology class, if I remember correctly. I know a few people who've tried it that way, but they weren't able to pass. I'm sure someone has managed to do it, though.

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Yes ...and a pharmacology class, if I remember correctly. I know a few people who've tried it that way, but they weren't able to pass. I'm sure someone has managed to do it, though.

That just boggles my mind. LVNs still go through a very rigorous program with patho and OB/peds nursing. CNA work experience would not give you any of the critical thinking process. And honestly devalues the diploma they earned.

I checked my own state and they have to earn their diploma from an accredited school.

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That just boggles my mind. LVNs still go through a very rigorous program with patho and OB/peds nursing. CNA work experience would not give you any of the critical thinking process. And honestly devalues the diploma they earned.

I checked my own state and they have to earn their diploma from an accredited school.

Only California allows it, as far as I know. And LVNs in California who obtain a license that way are pretty much stuck in California (as far as work goes). California is known to be among the most restrictive when it comes to RN licensing, though. Go figure.

Here is a good article on the topic:

https://allnurses.com/california-nursing/challenging-the-boards-763569.html

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Specializes in Urgent Care, Oncology.

In Florida I believe that you can challenge the LPN boards after taking a certain number of RN-track courses...

Florida Board of Nursing >> Can I challenge the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Examination? - Licensing, Renewals & Information

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Grayson County has an LVN program, you can start there and then bridge to their RN program. I am not 100% sure what their pre-requisites are, I believe A&P I and you would have to take HESI entrance exam. Within one semester you could get your pre-reqs. complete and apply for their LVN program. After you attain your LVN you could start working part time and start paying some of your school loans and continue the pursuit of your ADN degree.

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Specializes in Psychiatric Nurse/Addiction Nurse.

In most cases, you have to complete an accredited LPN program to obtain a license. Most LPN programs are a year and aren't very expensive. I attended an LPN program in TN at a vocational/trade school. I received the lottery scholarship (all residents receive it.) that paid for my education in its entirety.

I don't think you will find any programs that will give you credit for a partially completed RN degree and for having your MA, unfortunately. A partially completed RN program does not equal an LPN license. An MA education does not equal an LPN education. I've come across this question from a lot of people who did not complete their RN program.

The issue with your sciences being over 5 years- there's no way around it either.

We do have some LPN-RN bridge programs in TN that disregard the time limit, on sciences, if you're a practicing LPN.

So, I see you having two options. Attend an LPN program or re take your science courses and attend an RN program.

Take one science class a semester that would help with cost. Take them at a community college. Shop around for the cheapest class that will transfer to your intended school.

Anything worth having requires work.

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Specializes in Psychiatric Nurse/Addiction Nurse.

Which nursing courses have you completed? Did you have any clinical training?

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