scallywags

scallywags

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  1. Biting the Bullet with TCN materials....

    scallywags replied to kermitlady's topic in Online Distance Learning

    TCN has an forum online that can connect you with other students and find valuable information on what others found to be helpful. I took the A&P exam yesterday and found that the Excelsior...

  2. Shoes...what do you wear?

    scallywags posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    No matter who I talk to, everyone has different opinions on shoes. I realize that everyone's comfort varies and different shoes fit people differently. So...what is your shoe of choice and why? Also,...

  3. Still Waiting!! Still Praying!!

    scallywags replied to iheartnursing_cali's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hopefully you will have news this week. I think it is promising that your computer shut off at 85. Stay positive and soon....you will be sharing the good news with all of your loved ones. Good...

  4. DID anyone try LEARNINGEXT.COM

    scallywags replied to Michelle Davis's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did use this as my last course of study prior to taking nclex. I found it to be helpful in studying and found it to be worth the money. I decided to use it after speaking to a newly licensed LVN...

  5. IV certification in the bay area

    scallywags replied to jammo444's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I did my IV Certification at Facets of Nursing in South San Francisco. It was a two day course and the only way I was able to get out of being poked by other students, or poking other students for...

  6. Retaking Hesi

    scallywags replied to Stacylpn's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Don't be discouraged. This is a good opportunity to review the exam material and gain a better understanding of it. Take this opportunity to study and review, as though you were reviewing for the...

  7. Retaking Hesi

    scallywags replied to Stacylpn's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    From what I have heard, each exam is different. I did take it one time, but my classmates who had to repeat the exam did tell me the exams were different each time. Good

  8. $670 to get my license?!!

    scallywags replied to CaLVN530's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It was $70 for livescan, although you may check with your local police department for the current fees. $75 goes in with your initial application, which the school will usually have to send it. It...

  9. What's the fastest way get my license / temp license in California?

    scallywags replied to cali~mom's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is exactly what I did....dropped the kids to school and then off to Sacramento. There was one other person in the office when I got there, so it was no wait at all. The license you will get is...

  10. What's the fastest way get my license / temp license in California?

    scallywags replied to cali~mom's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congratulations on passing NCLEX! I am so excited for you and wish you luck with your new job :) I am not sure it matters how you pay, but I paid with cash. I happened to forget my check book and...

  11. Help!

    scallywags replied to alliemb222's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You have achieved a lot at this point and you should remember that when you are applying for jobs. Finding a job out of school can be challenging. I went through this last year when I was looking...

  12. annoyed

    scallywags replied to jean333's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That would annoy me too. You should be respected as well as respectful. I would have a word with the secretary because I really believe that people will continue to treat us in such a way if we...

  13. starting lpn in may

    scallywags replied to walking in faith's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi walking in faith, I am a mom of two. When I went back to school, I had a 2 and 4 year old. When I entered LVN school, they were 4 & 6. I managed to complete nearly 70 units at CC and...

  14. http://www.learningext.com/

    scallywags replied to carrieLPN2006's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I also used this site as my final study tool, however I did not find any of the questions to be similar. I will say that I did find the review to be very helpful, especially the tips on how to...

  15. What's the fastest way get my license / temp license in California?

    scallywags replied to cali~mom's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    When I received my letter of passing from the board in the mail, I drove to Sacramento the next business day and came home with a license. This license stated that I had passed all educational and...

  16. Excelsior A&P/Micro

    scallywags replied to austin215's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you for the info. I am not quite ready to take the exam, but will keep this in mind for when I

  17. Excelsior A&P/Micro

    scallywags replied to austin215's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Where can I take the excelsior practice exams? Does anyone have the link? Thanks! Currently studying A&P with TCN study guide..then onto

  18. California LVNs (after NCLEX)

    scallywags replied to HeartJulz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Good luck with the interviews. I know how exciting and stressful it is waiting, but time will fly! My new job is going great and I love it. It is a huge transistion working FT, but so far so good!...

  19. California LVNs (after NCLEX)

    scallywags replied to HeartJulz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    HeartJulz....I am sure you did great. One of my classmates passed with 86! I hope the wait is not too long until you get your results. Make sure and let me

  20. When to seek jobs

    scallywags replied to 08gal's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with Commuter. Wait until you have passed the exam and have a license in your hand. You are probably going to want to spend good time this summer studying for the NCLEX. If you want to get...

  21. I have an interview next wk.PLS HELP!

    scallywags replied to prettytk's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would suggest brushing up on calculations. I did have to do several at one interview. It is a good idea to practice answers to some questions. As with nclex, remember safety is important. I...

  22. Nclex Results:big Or Small Envelope

    scallywags replied to JMMJ's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I really don't believe big means fail because my friend got a big envelope and passed. I got a small envelope and

  23. Need shoulders to cry on, classmate killed in MVA

    scallywags replied to L&D_2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Oh my goodness, what a horrible tragedy. I am so sorry for your loss and for your friend's family. I know how difficult this is for you and how hard it is for you to compose yourself and face the...

  24. Do you have another unrelated job?

    scallywags replied to HisTreasure's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Oh gosh...no...1-2 per year is all that I can handle :) Yes, it is very depressed right now. In fact, I had a listing just expire recently. It was the first time ever that I did an open house and...

  25. How do mom's do it?

    scallywags replied to sassiebaz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I could have wrote this myself a few years ago. As a mother of two and the primary care giver for my children, I had to jump through some serious hoops to make it work. Somehow, it all did work out...