Lpn or rn: Really need help

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I got accepted to LCCTC for the May class for LPN. I also have so many credits for the RN program which is what I want to be in the end. My question is, I have a 3.07 gpa (my first semester I did horrible :( ) and I probably will end up with A's in A+P I and II, but Microbilogy I am thinking of that will be a B or C. My question is, which one should I do? If I do RN, I am thinking HACC or York College. I really need some people's help. I want to do LPN first, but I am afraid of not finding a job with that it, and having to go right back for RN. Please help:uhoh3:

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youre already on your way to RN, why stop now? your gpa isnt terrible if it still starts with a 3 :)

the LPN program is just going to set you back....

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RN. You can do it!

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Specializes in Hospice + Palliative.

I agree with the others; I'd go for the RN!

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Does it matter that I am currently going to HACC??

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RN you'll end up going right back anyway

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Ok! Yeah I know that the hacc clinicals are hard to get in to, and I am just afraid I won't get in. Which makes me wonder if I should do lpn then rn

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Most Magnet Status hospitals are looking for, and giving special consideration to graduates of a four year BSN program. I am in my final semester of the HACC RN program and I am very fearful that I will not be employable after all of this hard work. Many states are currently adopting a BSN as entry level, or BSN in ten year policy which requires all RN's to achieve a BSN within the next ten years to continue to practice nursing. Pennsylvania has not passed such a law but hospital policy can make it just as difficult to find work. On another note, If you are still considering HACC for your RN, I encourage you to consider the part time program at the York campus. I have studied at both York and Harrisburg and York is by far a better program. Faculty are more interested in your success and not as concerned with thinning the heard. (Just my opinion) :)

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thanks! :) appreciate it

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The Central PA RN job market is very competitive right now. York Hospital hired ONE of the grads from York College's last graduating class, and she was already employed at the hospital.

There are a ton of LPN jobs out there though. Look around on the job boards before you make up your mind.

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I know people with averages from 3.2 to 3.8 who DIDN'T get in to clinicals at HACC.

Ok! Yeah I know that the hacc clinicals are hard to get in to, and I am just afraid I won't get in. Which makes me wonder if I should do lpn then rn
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York Hospital stated in their avertisement for graduate nurses that current hospital employment was required. On a good note... several HACC students who currently work there were hired. As far as LPN... you are correct. There has been a change in the job market that makes lpn training attractive. Many nonprofit healthcare agencies and long term care facilities still use and will continue to use LPNs because they are cheaper than RNs and that's all their state regulations require. Look, there is no shame in getting a LPN lic. Work a little. Develop your skills. Get paid. Then let your employer help you reach your ultimate goals.

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