Lurkndmurk

Lurkndmurk ADN, RN

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  1. Should I let my nursing license expire in medical school

    Lurkndmurk replied to RNthenDoc's topic in General Nursing

    I vote renew it. I dont see why anything would fall back on you as a med student just because you have a nursing

  2. I GOT ACCEPTED INTO NUSING SCHOOL!!!

    Lurkndmurk replied to NurseK523's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is so exciting!!! That acceptance letter is a feeling like no other.. I have mine saved still ? Your experience as a CNA will help you go far! Congratulations and good

  3. LVN position in corrections interview help

    Lurkndmurk replied to NurseCelia's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My corrections interview asked actual nursing type questions. I was given a piece of paper and was told to read the questions outloud and answer them as thoroughly as possible. The questions had stuff...

  4. Getting into LPN with low GPA

    Lurkndmurk replied to ksdream's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    https://www.quora.com/Is-there-a-way-to-erase-your-GPA-and-start-over

  5. *HELP* I need to take ATI PN predictor test!!

    Lurkndmurk replied to jjamfam's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    they just sent out an email stating that they added another test date.. GET ON IT

  6. LPN to RN

    Lurkndmurk replied to GNodoubtfan's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    unless they change to become a compact state (which all the freaking states should! It's ridiculous that they aren't all yet) or you move to a compact state and transfer your license there; you are...

  7. Is being an LPN REALLY that bad?

    Lurkndmurk replied to peppapig123's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It was the best decision I ever made. I went into Nursing not knowing if i was going to like it & didn't want to waste my time/financial aid on years of education only to find out i hated it. I...

  8. LPN to RN

    Lurkndmurk replied to GNodoubtfan's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    "Eligibility for Multi-State License In order to apply for a multi-state nursing license External link , you must meet the following criteria: You must reside in an NLC state, and you must declare an...

  9. LPN to RN

    Lurkndmurk replied to GNodoubtfan's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It depends on if you went to school/got licensed in a compact licensure state.

  10. *HELP* I need to take ATI PN predictor test!!

    Lurkndmurk replied to jjamfam's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I just applied earlier this month- I won't know until acceptance letters go out in February to find out if i got accepted. I have a pretty good feeling about it though- I was only 2 points shy of...

  11. What kind of LPN job should I get while in the RN program?

    Lurkndmurk replied to Nursing pursuit's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    ANYTHING that is PRN!!!! esp if they use shift

  12. *HELP* I need to take ATI PN predictor test!!

    Lurkndmurk replied to jjamfam's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't think you are allowed to take that test anywhere else.. I applied to Gastons LPN to RN bridge program as well- I live over an hour away and asked if I was able to test somewhere closer &...

  13. Should mental health nursing be grouped with addictions nursing?

    Lurkndmurk replied to hatchit's topic in Addictions

    most addicts have a dual diagnosis... normally you don't really start abusing substances unless you have underlying issues... normally..

  14. Thoughts on Treating Withdrawal Symptoms with Meds

    Lurkndmurk replied to guest940422's topic in Addictions

    This all depends on what the circumstances is. I think suboxone / methadone / subutec is an amazing medication that can benefit individuals. I don't believe EVERY single individual should be put on...

  15. Staffing Levels

    Lurkndmurk replied to ginalouise's topic in Addictions

    We (are SUPPOSED to) have 2 Nurses for 14 bed

  16. Detox nursing is sucking the life out of me

    Lurkndmurk replied to number41's topic in Addictions

    I'm not surprised that people are constantly returning. its unfortunate, but the statistics are against them. One third of addicts who are sober less than a year will remain abstinent; of those who...

  17. Why go to LPN school?

    Lurkndmurk replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

    My LPN program was only 3 semesters- all in all though, including breaks & time off- it was about 8 or 9 months. I am a single mother, i planned on taking work off to go into nursing school...

  18. What's your favorite nursing task?

    Lurkndmurk replied to beekindRN's topic in General Nursing

    PPD's -- dunno why, but watching that bleb form is SO

  19. Do you have a side hustle?

    Lurkndmurk replied to Mrsvirgomama's topic in General Nursing

    full time as an office nurse & prn at the hospital. I love both of my jobs for different reasons and feel like i'm meeting my needs personally to grow as a nurse. I didn't want to pick either or,...

  20. Dual Diagnosis

    Lurkndmurk replied to Nurseshrader's topic in Psychiatric

    Now that youve been working a bit can you share you experience? I might accept a position on a dual diagnosis

  21. Help: job choices as a new grad

    Lurkndmurk replied to Lurkndmurk's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    @GinaMarie00 im leaning toward the BH route at the hospital. I never had a psych clinical so im a bit worried i wont like it and end up stuck. Apparently diving straight into psych as a new grad is...

  22. Help: job choices as a new grad

    Lurkndmurk replied to Lurkndmurk's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Wait, why will all hospitals stop hiring LPNs

  23. Help: job choices as a new grad

    Lurkndmurk replied to Lurkndmurk's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Im just worried starting out in behavioral health as my first job. I hear from other nurses that it's a terrible idea because changing to other positions will be

  24. Gtcc fall 2019

    Lurkndmurk replied to Jojo04's topic in School, College Programs

    Hey guys! Can anyone tell me about the hours for this program? Im trying to figure out what school to apply to in comparison with my work hours. First semester is only 3 days a week? What about...

  25. Lpn to rn transition Forsyth Tech 2018

    Lurkndmurk replied to Tara0404's topic in LPN to RN

    Hello! Can anyone tell me what the program hours are like for Forsyth LPN to RN program? And did you guys work full time while in