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    Is being an lvn really that great?

    Lynker replied to cookie123d's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I went through my LPN program at a college. I'm currently working as a nurse per diem, and I'm in RN school full time. I love the route I chose, as I can still get experience as a nurse, and a LOT of...
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    Hazard Pay

    Lynker replied to JenMH88RN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I've been getting it for awhile now. It really adds on a lot of money. Very grateful for
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    Courses to take that could help in the future?

    Lynker replied to dylanwino's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely take the prereqs and coreqs for nursing programs! I'm thinking A&P 1 and 2, Chemistry, Microbiology, and stats. Not only will it help with nursing knowledge, you'll already be ahead of...
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    Guilt after patient passing away

    Lynker posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just have a general question. I had a hospice patient pass away a few days ago, and a week or so before she "wasn't doing so well", and I work per diem so I'm not there a lot. However, I did know...
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    Guilt after patient passing away

    Lynker replied to Lynker's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you to everyone who commented on this thread. I've moved forward, with more knowledge on how to deal with these. It's okay to be sad, but it's okay to forgive yourself and move on as well.
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    How to accept criticism and not be scared of any managers or families?

    Lynker replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    Give it time. Coming from a LTC point of view, I've made many mistakes and my managers and DoN always backed me up. They want you to succeed. If you have a question, ASK. Even if it's another floor...
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    First year nurse. Thinking about leaving field altogether.

    Lynker replied to mhadvrn34's topic in General Nursing

    You are not alone. I made my first med error when I was still training. I understand the super scary feeling you get. Recognize your problems and LEARN FROM THEM. Don't listen to the people in this...
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    CNA 11 Years need your help

    Lynker replied to L.P.CNA's topic in General Nursing

    I don't have much to add. And while the situation was not professional/"correct", it was very wholesome of you. We need more of that in this bad world. ❤️ Good luck finding another job. I'd love...
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    Age vs Years Nursing

    Lynker replied to Erika Patterson's topic in General Nursing

    I'm 25, and I've been an LPN for 7 months. Will be graduating with my ADN next Spring 2021
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    Relocating as new grad

    Lynker replied to AndreaGonzalez's topic in General Nursing

    I can relate to this! I live in Massachusetts and I'm graduating with my ADN in Spring 2021 as well! I want to relocate up to New Hampshire. I think an important thing is taking and passing your...
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    Should I start nursing school this May?

    Lynker replied to joe090909's topic in General Students

    I'm in the Boston area as well, and our clinicals went online with case studies and virtual simulations. I guess my situation is different though, as I'm already an LPN and practice as one. If it was...
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    Will an LVN, RN, or BSN route open up more opportunities for working outside of bedside?

    Lynker replied to Aprilj09's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you could be an overnight bedside nurse. That's what I currently do, per diem. (MUCH) higher pay, less responsibilities yet you also still get to be a nurse. I work in a nursing home, and...
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    ESL Student passed nursing school and NCLEX-RN on the first try

    Lynker replied to Karla Martin's topic in General Students

    Congratulations! It's so important we get more variance in our nurses!!
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    What's your dream specialty?

    Lynker posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm a newer LPN, and I'm in ADN school currently. I had my maternity rotation and it was AMAZING. It really made we want to be a postpartum or even possibly a labor and delivery nurse!! I just found I...
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    Failed out of nursing school

    Lynker replied to PRican's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Then we shall go back to my original comment (LOL). Never give up! You only fail if you don't try!
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    What is Your Nursing Program Doing for Next Semester?

    Lynker replied to lauranurselaura's topic in General Students

    Currently, we are doing clinicals online. I entered this semester as an LPN, so it's everyone's 2/4 semester, which for me it's 1/3. We have virtual sim online, and we've been doing (quite easy) case...
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    What I Really Learned in Nursing School

    Lynker replied to amb218's topic in General Students

    Beautiful article. Many of the reasons why I love being a nurse. Being the reason someone smiles for the day lights up my whole world. I THRIVE off of it. I love taking care of my patients in every...
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    Failed out of nursing school

    Lynker replied to PRican's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you looked into other schools? Another thing is to consider becoming an LPN first before becoming an RN. That's my path, and it's honestly amazing. I'm making a LOT of money, gaining experience...
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    Leaving bedside for health concerns

    Lynker replied to angelsigns's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe look into a local clinic. They have many less duties, but are still extremely vital to the team. Maybe even an office RN. My mom is an administrative RN after many years of hard work in LTC,...
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    LPN to RN woes

    Lynker replied to Lynker's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you! I'm steadily floating along right now. Finals are coming up, then I take two Summer courses so I can graduate with my ADN on time. It was because I started to quickly when first going to...
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    LPN to RN woes

    Lynker posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have a little dilemma. I'm finding it really hard to find the drive to go back to school for my RN. I've only been an LPN for about a month, and I know I want to get to be an RN as fast as possible,...
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    Failed out of nursing school

    Lynker replied to PRican's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You have to keep trying for yourself. I almost failed out of my LPN program many times, and now in my RN program I'm barely hanging on. But there's something amazing about people who persevere through...
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    Worst Nursing Scrub Color Worn?

    Lynker replied to RNliveoak's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Definitely royal blue. Had the color in nursing school for my LPN and couldn't STAND them. In my RN program at another school, they're navy and I'm so grateful!
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    Digital watch recommendations?

    Lynker replied to Guest1141053's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I got a $30 digital watch from Walmart that I LIVE by. It's a Timex "ironman" watch. https://www.Google.com/search?q=timex+ironman+watch It tells you the exact time (including seconds), the date and...
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    LPN to RN woes

    Lynker replied to Lynker's topic in General Nursing

    Hey guys, I know this topic is SO old...but I passed my TEAS test in January and started school the same month. Almost through semester of 1/3 for my RN.