jaimierpn

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1. Looking for a mentor for an RPN

   jaimierpn replied to jaimierpn's topic in Canada

   Hi! I was looking for a mentor when I was deciding whether to take the bridge or specialize in RPN. Since then I've been accepted into Centennial College this sept. I've also been hired at Saint Elizabeth while working at the LTC. im sure you would ...

2. Looking for a mentor for an RPN

   jaimierpn replied to jaimierpn's topic in Canada

   Well it sounds too familiar. This LTC is in Richmond Hill and it seems like we do work at the same place. You can email me at [email protected] this is a safer method than on a public post. We wouldn't want retaliation. I've been there for 1.5 y...

3. RPN's how to you like your job?

   jaimierpn replied to bluestar776's topic in Canada

   Sounds like a good position. How's the nursing support? Do you work well together? That's really what it comes down to. I too am starting the bridge this fall. I work(ed) in LTC, not intentionally that's just wheee graduation took me. New management ...

4. People hiding how to get into bridging programs

   jaimierpn replied to danothemano's topic in CA Programs

   Coming from a RPN with 1 year working experience in LTC and difficulty finding other nursing jobs and starting the bridge this fall at 40 years old, here's my 2 cents... What is the rush? If you stick with this mentality you will inevitable be disapp...

5. PND to BScN Bridging//need Advice!

   jaimierpn replied to PNDtoBScNto?'s topic in Canada

   1) GPA is definitely the only factor for admission. 2) Colleges don't care why other than what you have and what you need to be successful. 3) if the college has exempted you from PND courses based on your university courses then leave that alone f...

6. RPN's how to you like your job?

   jaimierpn replied to bluestar776's topic in Canada

   As an RPN in LTC let me tell you GO FOR RN! Many RPNs now require specialized cerificates to get into a hospital unless you're one those lucky ones who have great clinical placement options. I didnt because it just wasnt available at the time at Sen...

7. Becoming an RN at 29

   jaimierpn replied to bluestar776's topic in Canada

   You are never too old to follow what makes you happy. Remember that! I started the RPN program at 36. I have one year of experience in LTC and now a few months before my 40th birthday I'll be starting the RN bridge and will be doing a masters someti...

8. Looking for a mentor for an RPN

   jaimierpn posted a topic in Canada

   Hi Everyone! Would anyone recommend or guide me to finding a nursing mentor? I have been having a rough patch these past few weeks and hoping to find someone for support and guidance. There was an instance where I was contemplating if this career ...