Jrow

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1. Graduated nursing school but haven't passed NCLEX

   Jrow replied to sassybaby's topic in NCLEX

   Go over your schoolwork. Purchase an NCLEX guide. What makes test taking difficult for you? Research ways to handle test anxiety. I do the same thing to myself. And I've learned I need to test in absolute silence. I make flash cards. I listen to pod...

2. Is it within the scope of the LPN license in the state of MA to start IVs?

   Jrow replied to BethanyMcCassie's topic in LPN/LVN

   Per the MA BON: Licensed Practical Nurse practice may include: peripheral intravenous device insertion and removal; use of adjunct aids such as ultrasound for vein identification and selection; use of an existing intravenous or other infusion device ...

3. Excelsior LPN to RN/ almost to CPNE

   Jrow replied to Jrow's topic in Excelsior

   Same here! Life span 3 and Health Differences. I also have that silly I formation literacy course but I don't count it since it's an easy one. How about you?

4. Excelsior LPN to RN/ almost to CPNE

   Jrow posted a topic in Excelsior

   Hello! I'm two classes away from signing up for CPNE. Wondering if anyone else is at the same point? How are you doing? Wishing all students much success! -Jenn

5. Can I get an accredited ACLS and BLS online?

   Jrow replied to NursingBro's topic in LPN/LVN

   If you can, I'd advise you take a PEARS course prior to the PALS course. It's a nice introduction to Peds in crisis. I am ACLS/PALS/PEARS/BLS and IV certified. Certainly makes you more marketable. Contact your BON for accepted IV courses available.

6. Professionalism as an LPN

   Jrow replied to RoyalNurse's topic in LPN/LVN

   Would it be right to say you are working with paper charts vs electronic? That there can be a problem. The LPN is responsible and the Charge RN is as well. She should've notified you and you should've been more aware of medication orders. She is bey...

7. New Here, just applied for school!

   Jrow replied to AspiringNurseMW's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   *had Sorry, my fingers were going too fast for my phone to keep up.

8. New Here, just applied for school!

   Jrow replied to AspiringNurseMW's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Sorry I had a typo in my response.

9. New Here, just applied for school!

   Jrow replied to AspiringNurseMW's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Contact the RN school you think you'd apply to and inquire if they will accept your LPN school courses for credit. Mine did not so I ha to take all gen Ed classes again. I'm 3 classes away from RN currently. Doing it on my own online (Excelsior colle...