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  1. Starting LVN at Carrington
    Just a heads up that this is their last 16 month program. The one after that will be 12 months. That means if you fail one class you have to restart the whole program over and pay for the new...
    Jun 12
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  2. 8 month lvn to rn program at carrington college
    You have to have all of your prerequisites done or you have to do their VND program which is vocational nursing degree and its 16 months long and about $30,000. I'm not sure if they have changed the...
    May 28
    Forum: LPN to RN Nursing Student
  3. Carrington College California March Start date
    I bought all my books except for 4 online. They were way cheaper. Do you have any medical experience? I'm excited for orientation on the 27th. I'm super nervous. Do you live close to the school?
    Feb 24
    Forum: California State Nursing Programs
  4. lvn programs anywhere in california
    The adult schools where I live are very competitive and there are not many. They are highly impacted. Also very few cc's where I live offer the LVN program. I'm going to a private school that will...
    Feb 21
    Forum: California State Nursing Programs
  5. How many will go on to get their RN?
    After graduating with my lvn and taking the state test I plan on working for 2 years while finishing my prerequisites before bridging. I'm looking into bridging from lvn to bsn.
    Feb 16
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  6. LPN Or RN program?
    I chose a lvn program because it was easier being admitted to and I can start working while I do my rn. I didn't have the time to wait to finish all of my prerequisite while making minimum wage.
    Feb 14
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  7. Two job offers. Finally! My first nuring job!!
    Congratulations!
    Feb 14
    Forum: First Year After Nursing Licensure
  8. How much was your LPN/LVN school?
    Wow that's nice! My books were over $1000
    Feb 7
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  9. Carrington College California March Start date
    I'm not sure if it is too late. I liked carrington because some classes can transfer and they have a lvn to rn bridge. The program is more expensive than unitek but they have better pass rates as...
    Feb 6
    Forum: California State Nursing Programs
  10. How much was your LPN/LVN school?
    I live in Sacramento.
    Feb 5
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  11. Ipad or Tablet? Apps? Would like to know which you prefer?
    I have an ipad 4 (the one with retina display) and although I haven't started school yet I love it. A family memeber just bought google nexus 10 so I'm excited to try it. I went ipad because I have...
    Feb 4
    Forum: Mobile Apps For Nurses
  12. New LVN student... please Help!!!
    Depends what you want to do. For me I'm doing the lvn program and then bridging to rn eventually. Time and money are big considerations. Lots of places for example ltc and jails hire lvns. Depends on...
    Feb 4
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  13. How much was your LPN/LVN school?
    I'm actually paying for most of it without any loans. At least half of it and I'm working while going to school. I also live at home so I have no bills except cell phone, gas, and car insurance. I...
    Feb 4
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  14. How much was your LPN/LVN school?
    My LVN school is about $47,000. It includes books, scrubs, and a nclex study class. I know it is expensive but I couldn't afford to wait around anymore.
    Feb 3
    Forum: LPN / LVN Nursing Student
  15. Kaplan, Carrington, or Unitek?
    I'm starting Carrington in Sacramento in March. I have a friend that went there for LVN and then did his RN there. He said it was worth it.
    Jan 28
    Forum: California State Nursing Programs
  16. Whats your favorite montra or saying?
    I'm obsessed with "it's a beautiful day to save lives" -Grey's Anatomy. It reminds me that everyday is a great day to save someone whether its from illness or themselves. It reminds me to be the...
    Jan 27
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  17. Another run of the mill "did I violate".
    Yes, that is a violation. Why would you even bring that up? How would you like it if someone mentioned that you had medical issues in front of a friend. Or in general someone who you knew your info...
    Jan 23
    Forum: HIPAA and Nursing Challenges
  18. taking blood pressure
    Left arm is more accurate as it is closer to the heart.
    Jan 21
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  19. Certified Medical Assistant
    I live in California and make $20 an hour as a CMA in a jail. LVN's make $35 and RN's make and average of $50 where I work. Most of my former classmates make $9-$12 as a CMA if they found a job.
    Jan 20
    Forum: CNA/MA - Nursing / Medical Assistant
  20. iPad Mini
    A new one better not come out that fast! I just bought mine! Lol :)
    Jan 19
    Forum: Mobile Apps For Nurses
  21. Uniform color requirements
    He is a guy. I understand him not wanting to wear turquoise. Have you tried seeing if they could change it to a more gender neutral color?
    Jan 19
    Forum: Nursing Scrubs / Uniforms / Gear
  22. Need Scope advice
    I have a littman classic 2 and I love it! I got it engraved for free too!
    Jan 19
    Forum: Nursing Scrubs / Uniforms / Gear
  23. Favorite scrubs brands
    I love my koi's!!! I haven't tried greys anatomy ones yet.
    Jan 19
    Forum: Nursing Scrubs / Uniforms / Gear
  24. iPad Mini
    I've been looking into trying to find a good anatomy and physiology app! I currently have evernote. Have you tried it? So far I like it since it sync's everything to my iphone so I automatically have...
    Jan 19
    Forum: Mobile Apps For Nurses
  25. tell me about your most embarrassing job interview!
    Wow some of those are ridiculous. When I was 16 I really wanted a job and a local place was hiring. I was so nervous I made my mom come with me so she could wait in the car while I picked up an...
    Jan 18
    Forum: Nursing Interview Help