Some questions on LPN-RN

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I'm kind of looking for some advice. The RN programs at all my local schools are flooded. I'm considering going for my LPN certificate as a stepping-stone of sorts, and because I have been taking part time classes at my community college for three years now, and seating is still full. I have a 3.1 GPA (I know it's low), and I'm running out of classes to take.

My question is, if I were to become an LPN first, would it possibly be easier to get into a bridge program? Don't get me wrong, I love working as an aide, but I cannot afford to keep working part time without being in a program. I can't go to school full time because I'm just about out of classes to put towards a nursing degree (non-nursing classes, of course). Taking this step would at least allow my fiancee' and I to get a second car, and would open up more schooling options for me in the future.

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Specializes in ICU,corrections, LTC.

I completed Practical Nursing School and got my LPN license first, worked as a LPN while doing my core for RN and part time while completing RN school. It is usually easier to get into a Bridge program than straight into RN program. The school has a interest in only giving limited spots to the best students as they want to have a high completion rate and high NCLEX pass rate. You will find LPN school can assist you in developing the critical thinking skills that will make or break you in RN program. :nurse:

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I'd agree with that. I found my experience as an LPN helpful for my RN program, which I just finished in December. You further refine your critical thinking skills in school and I know I found myself applying myself more and becoming a better nurse on the job while I was in RN school. I also have found that having that experience is good when applying for jobs, as you are a "new grad" but not a totally new nurse.

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Specializes in med surg, ldrp, md office.

I totally agree with the above posts. I did the LPN program 6 years ago. Now I am in an RN program and I feel I had a definate edge! It's true you will be considered an experienced nurse when you graduate as an RN:twocents:

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