edchunt

edchunt BSN, RN

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  1. How long did it take for you to get your RN?...

    edchunt replied to Butterfly23's topic in General Nursing

    One year for LPN. Eighteen months for ADN- Three Semesters........ Wanting to go back for

  2. Working for the State of WV

    edchunt replied to icie rn's topic in General Nursing

    The pay at Sharpe is even less than that, starting out. The average for an RN starting out is about $38K and they are not paying

  3. Working for the State of WV

    edchunt replied to icie rn's topic in General Nursing

    Sharpe. Sorry bout not specifying that, I forgot about Bateman.

  4. ABG interpretation?

    edchunt replied to ChrisStudentNurse's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.nurse-center.com/studentnurse/abgs.html here will be some examples of some ABGs with the interpretation at the bottom. I can't remember if there are any detailed explanations as...

  5. BON vent

    edchunt replied to edchunt's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, strange but true. No, i haven't done anything else or found anymore trouble, others think it's strange also. Maybe it was the magnitude of the offense that warrants these sanctions, i'm not sure....

  6. BON vent

    edchunt replied to edchunt's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you both for your concerns. I'm almost there , just taking alittle longer than most.:). Disregard that red icon I put it in the wrong

  7. Are You Man Enough to Be a Nurse?

    edchunt replied to Raymond CA's topic in Men in Nursing

    Check out the cover on the latest issue of

  8. Any WV Nurses That Use This Site?

    edchunt replied to blynn9173's topic in General Nursing

    I use this site to look around and post a little. I'm from Clarksburg

  9. Working for the State of WV

    edchunt replied to icie rn's topic in General Nursing

    I like it! I can't wait to get back. I work at the state mental hospital when I work. But thats quite another story.Anyway I think it's my niche. just thought I would reply

  10. Nurses Who Are Drug Addicts

    edchunt replied to jill48's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Wonder what what would happen if all nurses were drug tested right now? Just a thought. I was reading these posts and thought I would tell my story. I have been an LPN for four years now. I started...

  11. Starting Davis & Elkins with Wifey in Aug.

    edchunt replied to XYnurse2B's topic in General Nursing

    Hey there XY, As an LPN going in I didn't have to take the courses you mentioned, but I may be able to tell you a little. I already had the English from previous college and . I don't know what the...

  12. Starting Davis & Elkins with Wifey in Aug.

    edchunt replied to XYnurse2B's topic in General Nursing

    Hi , I just graduated from D&E on May 13th. It's one of the best schools in the state! I am an LPN that just became RN. You should like it. Tell Dr. C. you heard from me online. I'm Ed. You will...

  13. Anyone Here From West Virginia????

    edchunt replied to U12beme's topic in General Nursing

    I'm from WV. I just finished my ADN @ D&E. I took my final today and will graduate on Saturday, May 12. I was an LPN and went back for the RN. I will return to work @ the state Psych facility as...

  14. Polling our male nurses: What area of nursing are you currently in right now?

    edchunt replied to Thunderwolf's topic in Men in Nursing

    Just finished ADN program. Was an LPN, just took my final today and will graduate on Saturday, May 12. I will return to work at the state Psychiatric facility as soon as I get my temp

  15. Need help getting that first job

    edchunt posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I'm not sure where to place this, please redirect if needed. I am an LPN in school to be an RN. Will gradute May 12. I just finished up a job in the state mental hospital here in WV. Most of my LPN...

  16. School and Work combo

    edchunt posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I am currently in my second year fo ADN program. I didn't work the first semester and did fine , 3.7 GPA and Dean's list, but i was dirt poor, now I am working as an LPN in the State mental...

  17. Typical day in Psych nursing

    edchunt replied to monstermunch's topic in Psychiatric

    CharlieRN's schedule sounds just like our schedule of activities @ my job with the State mental hospital where I work here in West Virginia, although i am getting ready to go to another facility they...

  18. Roll Call, LPN to RN Students!!!

    edchunt replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in LPN to RN

    I am a 40 yr old male who has been an LPN for three years, currently enrolled in ADN program@ a college 60 miles away, carrying 17 hours and working fulltime @ the state mental hospital. Also father...

  19. Roll Call, LPN to RN Students!!!

    edchunt replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in LPN to RN

    I have been an LPN for three years currently enrolled in ADN program at local college, father of three who are 16. 12. and 10. I work ful time in the state mental hospital, carrying 17hours of nursing...

  20. lpn license

    edchunt replied to sassysammi13's topic in General Nursing

    I hate to say it but I had three DUI's and when you get that many it becomes a felony. I am an LPN on probation still, just because i am having a hard time getting jobs. I need to work approx 4 more...

  21. Elkins WV says HI!

    edchunt replied to WV_heart_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hey I am attending D&E right now too are you getting ready to graduate or are you in my classes? I gotta go to class in the morning, I come up from clarksburg, see ya

  22. Nurses and Nursing Students: what was/is your biggest pet peeve in nursing school?

    edchunt replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    WOW!, what a long thread I wish i had time to read them all. self taught! Can anybody say self taught . I dont't know where some of you go to school. but we aren't allowed to miss days. If the cell...

  23. We sooo need a sticky....NCLEX test stopped at 75...I failed? I passed?

    edchunt replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have read all or skimmed some of what you all have had to say on this exam issue. Sometimes I thought ohmy, other times i though yes yes see the point and others I thought WOW this is getting good....

  24. At what point should a negative background check be mentioned?

    edchunt replied to kk2000's topic in Nursing Career

    I think you have to answer truthfully and abou every app I fill asks these type questions. I have more than blemishes and know what you mean abou the interviews. I have had one good place give me a...

  25. LVN to RN???

    edchunt replied to 3KittiesRN's topic in LPN to RN

    I have been an LPN for three years and I can see how it is easier for me to get through @ this point because of the experience and the termonology is already in place for me. So far it is alot of...