Last time I posted that I got denied from RN OCC with my 3.6xx; however, I just got a letter yesterday from OCC again that I am accepted for the LPN. I applied with my 3.69x (prereqs are less than RN.)
I think I will do LPN first and then bridge to RN later because LPN starts Jan 2011. RN starts Sept 2011 which I am not sure I will get accepted or not. So it's better to grab something to begin with.
Congratulation to you and Anne for getting into the programs! I have been thinking more and more about it and I think that going the LPN route for some people (including me) is better. although it is still competitive the requirements are lower than those of other programs for the RN. Also, you can still apply for RN programs and yet at the same time apply for LPN's. It opens up more options and allows you the chance to choose which best suits you. Good luck to you both and I hope I'll have some good news soon too!
I just got a packet from school and starting to do some paperworks that are required by school. I didn't realize it cost a lot of money to be a student nurse!
Criminal background check - $95, TB skin test - free at Health department, Influenza vaccination - $11 at Health department, Hepatitis B $75 at Health department also, medical checkup - don't know how much yet....
Scrubs, school patch, stethoscope, penlight, books, etc.... I'm BROKE!!!! but happy. :)
Just remember that all the money you are spending right now you will get back within the first year of working as nurse!! The program is waaay cheaper than a lot of the others out here so that is definitely a benefit in itself! Just keep on working and things will be great! Be sure to keep us updated on how things are going once you all start the program!
I was wondering about health insurance...I recall from the information sessions that each student has to buy some from the school? something like...idk.
HI, I was just checking out the packet too. It looks like there is a lot to do. I have to check with my health insurance and see if they will pay for the titers, etc. Im not counting on it.
Some might. I went to health department to get my TB and flu shot done.
Flu shot is only $11 and I think they accept insurance. TB test is free.
I got drug screen done and I'm going to get my finger print on Monday.
As far as CPR, I don't know yet. I called a friend who owns CNA school. He provides free training for me but I have to work that day. Can't trade free training with a couple of hundreds dollars.
I think I will see you again on Dec 10th. And I'll bring you those cDs.
Let me know if you need more info.
I just got my pharmacology book but can't get handon yet cuz all the workload I am having right now.
I know. I just set up an appointment for CPR. Its this Thursday at 5:30. He charges me only $20. But normally it's 40. If you want to go with me, let me know. I'll give you details.
Darn, I missed it! I really want to get this out of the way before january. Why did they give us info on sessions in january? I am heading over there tommorow to pick up the stuff I need for the background check.
oh thats great. You are getting it all done so fast. Can you pm me the phone number for that so I can call? If I can get it done next week that would be great. Do you get a special certificate from Red Cross from your friends school?
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Congratulation to you and Anne for getting into the programs! I have been thinking more and more about it and I think that going the LPN route for some people (including me) is better. although it is still competitive the requirements are lower than those of other programs for the RN. Also, you can still apply for RN programs and yet at the same time apply for LPN's. It opens up more options and allows you the chance to choose which best suits you. Good luck to you both and I hope I'll have some good news soon too!