The NET test is an entrance exam for most LPN programs. The reading and comprehension will be important because it gauges how well you can study, or read a question and understand what you have read. You can usually retake NET tests if you have eno...
nananurse2 replied to cancergirl24's topic in Arkansas
Hi cancergirl: I'm an LPN and have only worked in a clinic setting. Correct me if I'm wrong, RNs, but as far as I know, the hospitals in the Fayetteville/Springdale/Rogers area are no longer hiring LPNs for the floors or units. They are requiring...
nananurse2 replied to halenlainecole's topic in Arkansas
I worked as a Patient Care Assistant for 3 years in a family practice clinic. before going to school. I was making above my pay scale because of my skill level, had phlebotomy training, ran the EKG's, you name it, at the time I went to school. Pay ...
nananurse2 replied to nananurse2's topic in LPN/LVN
Your bridge program sounds much easier than ours. I would have 3 math classes to take, test out of A&P and several others, then 4 semesters in class and clinical. It's doable, just intimidating. Home health is an option I haven't looked into, ...
nananurse2 replied to nananurse2's topic in LPN/LVN
Well, and there you have touched on another nerve: nights, weekends, holidays and 12 hours shifts. Husband and grandkids demand some of my time. I did a clinical in one day surgery that I loved, but you need your RN for that. I like wound care, g...
nananurse2 replied to halenlainecole's topic in Arkansas
Sorry I didn't see your post earlier. I graduated from NTI in Dec 2006. It's not that hard to get accepted. Pick up the application form, get your reference letters, take your pre-tests and get everything turned in before the due date. It's usual...
I've worked in a clinic for 6 years: 3 as a PCA working on an LPN level, 1 1/2 while in school and 1 1/2 as an LPN. I am sick of sitting at a computer and answering phone calls. I very seldom meet the patient, and feel as if I'm losing my skills. ...
I have worked in the clinic setting for 5 years, 4 as a Patient Care Assistant, and 1 as an LPN. I am about done with the politics of the company and the constant short-staff situation. We have a 2 doc clinic and they fired the other nurse last wee...
nananurse2 replied to TheCommuter's topic in LPN/LVN
I graduated December '06, licensed March '07. I've worked in general practice for 4 years as a Patient Care Assistant before going to LPN school and I"m still in clinic work, just for a different doctor. I confess I'm getting some bored now, so am ...
I've worked in a general practice clinic for 6 years, first as a PCA (patient care assistant), and after I graduated as an LPN. PCA's and MA's are accountable for calling patients to the room, taking vitals and then nurse takes over to update meds, ...
nananurse2 replied to RainbowzLPN's topic in LPN/LVN
I got my license this year, and since I was born in an odd number year, I have to renew my license this fall. However, I DO NOT have to have CEU's this year. I will have to have 15 CEU's per year for the next 2 years when I renew in 2009. This is ...
nananurse2 replied to mammaoftwo's topic in LPN/LVN
I'm 53 and got my license in March. School was a breeze. I returned to my clinic position and I sleep most weekends away. However, I can outwork the 20 and 30 year olds anyday, but I think that's part of my upbringing. "Always give your employer a...
nananurse2 replied to nananurse2's topic in LPN/LVN
Take a deep breath, gino. I went straight to the test sections, answered the questions, looked at the ones I got wrong and why. Don't try to cram too much into your head or memorize too much information. Just build on the basics. I don't know any...
nananurse2 replied to nananurse2's topic in LPN/LVN
I'm sorry to hear you didn't pass the test. There is no secret to the NCLEX. You have to know the basics and build your knowledge on that. I had lots of priority questions, who would you see first, what is most important to do, etc. The med quest...