TDUnewLPN

TDUnewLPN specializes in Correctional.

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1. LPN/LVN salary vs Teachers salary

   TDUnewLPN replied to TDUnewLPN's topic in LPN/LVN

   I don’t usually accept a low rate unless it’s a special case. As previously stated, most teachers that I know make as much as RNs, if not more. Many make over $100k. I don’t know one personally who makes less that $85k, and she’s a new 3rd grade teac...

2. LPN/LVN salary vs Teachers salary

   TDUnewLPN replied to TDUnewLPN's topic in LPN/LVN

   Thank you for your honesty. Most teachers I know are paid close to or more than many RNs I know.

3. Which hospitals hire new grads? [Los Angeles]

   TDUnewLPN replied to yerbera's topic in California

   I don’t know if any hospitals, but my job is hiring LVNs and CNAs PRN and they’re pretty desperate. They’ve even been contacting schools. If anyone is interested, it’s at Malibu Detox in Topanga, CA. And a pretty cushy job.. https://malibudetox.c...

4. LPN/LVN salary vs Teachers salary

   TDUnewLPN posted a topic in LPN/LVN

   I don’t want this to come off the wrong way, but I know it usually ruffles a few feathers when I speak on this topic. Let me start by saying I admire and appreciate teachers. This topic is not meant to discredit them in any way whatsoever. I just tak...

5. How does a new LPN get experience if no one will hire you without experience?

   TDUnewLPN replied to TDUnewLPN's topic in New Nurse

   i tried craigs list, monster, career builder, you name it. I have been to every LTC facility in northern VA, they all want experience. The home care agencies even want experience, except one who wanted a live in, which i can't because i have children...

6. How does a new LPN get experience if no one will hire you without experience?

   TDUnewLPN replied to TDUnewLPN's topic in New Nurse

   I feel the same way. I should have just gone to school to be an RN or BSN.. I feel like it was all a waste of time, money, and everything else... But I know plenty of LPN's in NJ who did not have this problem. I'm in Northern VA, in the DC area. What...

7. How does a new LPN get experience if no one will hire you without experience?

   TDUnewLPN posted a topic in New Nurse

   When I was in school everyone told me that when I got my license I would have so many opportunities available. So I have my license now, and I have applied everywhere and anywhere just to get my foot in the door and get experience. But no one will hi...