tlg1971

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1. how old were you when you realized you weren't going to make real money as a nurse

   tlg1971 replied to pilotstudentnurse's topic in General Nursing

   First I feel this profession was right for me and I enjoy caring for people and making a difference. I'm not naive and think that everyone pays attention to what we say but occasionally they do and I like that. But I also like the fact that being a n...

2. New Grad about to go out in the world...

   tlg1971 replied to tlg1971's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you all for the input and tips!!! Makes me feel better about deciding to go with the night shift.

3. New Grad about to go out in the world...

   tlg1971 posted a topic in General Nursing

   I graduated in May and got my RN license just a few weeks ago. I'm about to start my first job as a new RN Monday. I was hired to work night shift. I have never worked night shift as a nurse(transitioned to RN from LPN) and I thought I would try it. ...

4. Took NCLEX RN this morning.

   tlg1971 replied to lilmissjuly17's topic in NCLEX

   I'm in the same boat. Took mine yesterday and it cut off at 75. My last 2 questions were priority questions. I did the PVT and got the good pop up! Hope it works!!!!

5. Took my NCLEX-RN today.........

   tlg1971 replied to Candice31's topic in NCLEX

   Well, our class had to take the HESI exit exam to get our diploma. You could still participate in graduation but you got an "I" in the nursing class. I passed 1st try with a 932. From what I have read that's O.K. You have a pretty good chance of pass...

6. Took my NCLEX-RN today.........

   tlg1971 replied to Candice31's topic in NCLEX

   Predictor tests? Do you mean like the HESI exam?

7. Crazy med pass +

   tlg1971 replied to NamasteNurse's topic in Geriatric

   I was in the same situation in an LTC facility when I was fresh out of LPN school and the ink wasn't even dry on my license! I told the DON and ADON I wouldn't work in these conditions. It's not safe and I will not lose my license for either of you. ...

8. In need of a GOOD Care Plan book

   tlg1971 replied to tlg1971's topic in General Students

   Thank you!! I really like that "Made Incredibly Easy" series but didn't realize they had a Care Planning one. I just looked on Amazon and the only one on there was from April 2007. Is there one newer??

9. Lpn Finishing Education

   tlg1971 replied to 2bnursekemmie's topic in LPN-RN

   I agree! Go ahead and get it over with! I am in almost the same situation as you. I started the RN program and had to drop because of troubles with my kids. I went back to school and got my LPN and began ASAP to get my RN. But here in MS most fa...

10. In need of a GOOD Care Plan book

    tlg1971 posted a topic in General Students

    I am currently in the LPN to RN bridge program. I am in need of a good care plan book. The one they recommend for class I am not fond of and was wondering if you all might have some good suggestions. Thanks in advance!!