First Week of LPN Program Down

chandrapn2011 · Feb 5, 2012

You can do it, Get a planner big enough that you write on each day, This way you can keep up with what is due in each classes. You will have a lot of homework and exams. You will also have group projects. The planner will keep you on target.

Good Luck and God bless

Alliedhealth · Feb 9, 2012

just to add on to chandrapn2011, get a day planner with hour slots to post on the fridge or wall, and post it somewhere where everyone can see. maybe shade in with a pencil, school hours and travel time; and write in a red pen or marker school and study time. and explain this to your family and friends, this way they know that you're busy during these times. most of all, give yourself a me day. this way you can absorb everything that's going on in school, at home, and within yourself.

RhandaH, ADN, RN · Feb 9, 2012

You Can do it! Its such a huge challenge going to school with so many responsibilities. Kudos to you, girl! I cant wait until I'm in your shoes in a few months. If you have made it through the first week, I KNOW you'll make it through the rest of the year if you continue to work hard and study hard :)

leenie45 · Feb 11, 2012

Just finished my first week as well, I am 46. It sure is alot of information, but of course I can understand why. We begin clinicals Feb 28th, I am really scared of this part. I feel okay learning in a classroom, but wonder if I will remember, and know how to apply what I am learning once clinicals start. I am taking the advice of all Nurses who have been there, and I am very fortunate to be able to read about:thankya: of all of your experiences, so thank you to all.

LAJJmom, ADN, ASN, CNA, RN · Feb 28, 2012

I am in the process of applying to LPN programs. Just took the TEAS test for the first time today. The programs I am looking at start in August. I will be 40 (in July) and have 4 kids (3 at home and 1 away at college) so I am right there with you! I think it is awesome that you're doing it and I can't wait to post that I survived my first week. :)

leenie45 · Feb 28, 2012

Thanks so much for the support, I sure need it. I really admire you, and all people who go back to school, with kids at home, that is no easy task. I am fortunate right now that I don't have to work, and have no kids at home, so I have alot of respect for anyone who does this program. You absolutely will survive the first week, and every week after. I have no previous healthcare experience, and feel a bit overwhelmed, especially today at the Nursing facility for the very first time, it's alot to take in, and I am nervous. I have very good clinical instructors, and I will do whatever is asked of me ( within my scope of course) I am eager to learn, just awkward right now. This is my 4th week, only 49 more to go! I hope to hear from you soon, how did the TEAS test go? If I can give you any advice at all, and I know I am a novice, but this will really help, get, and stay organized! It has helped me greatly, and I feel less, "all over the place'. Please keep in touch. Congrats to you for taking that big step!

LAJJmom, ADN, ASN, CNA, RN · Feb 28, 2012

Thanks. I scored a 72% but they take the top 27 at this school and the top 29 at another school I applied to. I may need to retake it. I was a nervous wreck. I am currently taking A&P and Psych 243:Human Lifespan and Development. I had Chem 105 and Human Nutrition last semester so those helped a bit. I got my CNA over Christmas break (8 week course) and passed my State Exam in February. We had to do 100 clinical hours for that so I have been through that. It is tough at first but I got used to it. I just hope I make it into one of the programs. Good luck to you!

leenie45 · Feb 28, 2012

Wow, you have been very busy, good for you. Your TEAS is good, thats a good score. At my school it is, and my school is quite competitive from what I can gather, and the process for me to get in was pretty tough. Good for you, let me know if you get in, although I know you will!!!!!!!!

LAJJmom, ADN, ASN, CNA, RN · Feb 28, 2012

Thank you. Where are you?...if you don't mind me asking. I am in the Kansas City, MO area. I sure hope it is good enough. I am ready to get started! :)

leenie45 · Feb 29, 2012

Hi,

I am in Pa, Philadelphia area. It will be here before you know it, its's amazing how time flies.

In my 4th week, 2nd clinical day today. fast paced!

KimberlyRN89, BSN, RN · Mar 2, 2012

Good luck! The year will go by faster than you know it!! I started in March of last year & took my last final on 2/20/12..it was definitely hard..but like others suggest, get a planner. I always had Tuesdays off during school, so I used that day to work on care plans, do ATI & case studies. I would make sure that I kept up w/ my assignments by marking them off on the syllabus as I did them. I think the key is to be very organized & to stay on top of your assignments..do not fall behind! But you can do it :)