ICHS REVIEW

SFBayAreaLVN · May 26

Just wanted to give an update. I'm going to be starting term 3 MS2 & OB/PEDS and I will tell you this program is NOT easy. You really need to be focused. We have had a change in leadership and honestly, they needed it. This dean seems to care about the school and students. There are so many changes and staff is one of them. A lot of teachers were let go and we have a great deal of new instructors. All clinical instructors I've come across have been beyond wonderful and they really do want you to learn. I will say this and this is just my opinion but I feel very strongly about this: if you have ZERO experience as a LVN/LPN, Psych Tech, Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist, or Medic in the Military you will have a hard time surviving clinicals. You really are teaching yourself in clinicals. As a LVN we know what we should be doing and we know what to look for. We know what we should be asking the RN when it comes to our patients. 3 days of skills lab before being released on the floor is NOT enough for a person with ZERO experience in the clinical setting. You will struggle, and that can be discouraging. So far I've had great instructors who are willing to meet with you if you are struggling in theory. For the clinicals, if you are struggling the instructor is there for you. Don't expect them to teach you because that's not what they are there for. You as a student should have learned the skills in lab (this case most have a clinical background) and should know how to apply it. The clinical instructor is only there as a guide and will assist if you have questions. With that being said, if you are looking at this school take those into consideration as you want to be successful. Also want to add this is a great option for CA students who want to get their RN.