KarinV

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1. Working full time AND school full time possible?

   KarinV replied to KarinV's topic in New York

   Thank you both for the responses. Unfortunately, I don't have the type of job I can cut back on hours. I either work everyday or I don't. I'm stuck, however, making $11.50 an hour when I know I'm capable of so much more. When we can't take our ki...

2. Working full time AND school full time possible?

   KarinV posted a topic in New York

   I am planning on going to nursing school for LPN next September. It will be the full time, 11 month course through Finger Lakes Boces. Problem is, we can't go without my income for that year to quit work and go to school. I have spoken to two diff...

3. Thinking of getting into nursing...

   KarinV replied to KarinV's topic in North Carolina

   Awesome. Thank you SO much for your thoughts. It helps a great deal. I was already leaning towards home health. I have a feeling that's the direction I will be taking. :)

4. Thinking of getting into nursing...

   KarinV replied to KarinV's topic in North Carolina

   I found out lots more information today from a friend who's an RN. NY does not have CNA2 because NY has the toughest exam out of all the states. NY's certification is acceptable in any other state and she said it's easy to transfer. She is getting...

5. Thinking of getting into nursing...

   KarinV replied to KarinV's topic in North Carolina

   I didn't realize there was a CNA 2. I would hope to get certified here in NY and find a job, even part time for a little experience. I'd be one step ahead when we move. Besides that, I'll need a job immediately after moving. Thanks for your res...

6. Thinking of getting into nursing...

   KarinV replied to KarinV's topic in North Carolina

   Just another thing NY is higher for (reason we are leaving NY). A CNA course at our local community college, including book, scrubs and exam fees is $1850. I'm definitely interested, I have to call tomorrow to see what kind of help there is for fu...

7. Thinking of getting into nursing...

   KarinV posted a topic in North Carolina

   At this point, I am only thinking of getting into nursing. I think it's something I would enjoy doing (I've always thought about something in medical) and now that my kids are a little older, I can focus more on a career for myself. I currently li...