Prissy2022

I still receive notifications from this chat. And I want to say my heart and prayers are with you all going into this program. Nursing is not easy but you guys will do well. Study study study. I thought study groups were not my thing but I joined a really good group and excel. Plus we're all still friends. I wanted to jump in the chat not only to encourage you all but to let yall know. The Hardest part of the nursing program was the NCLEX. It was very different from ATI. If possible I will suggest purchasing Archer and I heard one called boot camp. They memic the NCLEX. I did not find this out until after I took the exam. I was extremely terrified of the NCLEX. ATI worked well for the old NCLEX and helps you to think like a high level nurse. And honestly the NCLEX is the opposite of that now. I find that Mark K helps with remembering things but I really didn't have much of anything on there he talk about. But other students said Mark K helped them. The Addison and Cushioning I learned from him was helpful. I say listen to his 1-12 lectures because he helps you to grasp the concept and apply your knowledge without getting lost into the material. And practice questions on Archer. Everyone I know that did this.. NCLEX cut off at 85 and they passed. I did not go this route. However I did Mark K lectures with ATI green Light... and by the grace of God I stopped around 120. You all got this. You will do well. Keep us all posted.

As someone mentioned before LPNs is a quick get in and out but.... Lpn is the first 3 semesters of RN... 2 more semesters and you will have your RN. I advise if you want to be a nurse. Become an RN it's only 5 semesters in a community college. As mentioned many times in this forum lpns work the same job as the RN but get paid way less. Ex: working on the same unit. Taking the same patients. The company will give an LPN $20 and give an RN $30. I am currently an LPN will be graduating this year as an RN. And I'm still trying to figure out the difference. But I wouldn't take anything back. I prayed to be here and God got me there. So it's my gift to future nurses to teach them what I know so others can take a better route if they can afford to.

Congratulations ??

Yes most programs have predictor exams that is similar to the NCLEX. If you done well on those you will do well on the. NCLEX. Those practice exams out there especially ATI will make you feel like you learned nothing but it honestly helps build you in your knowledge and provide great rationales. which school did you attend?

OK... Breathe.., I understand how tough long-term care can be. It's a demanding field that can make you question whether nursing is the right path for you, but it's important to remember that there are many different opportunities within nursing. I've worked in long-term care myself, and I found it wasn't the right fit for me—not because of the work itself, but because of the dynamics among the staff. It often feels like a repetitive cycle, whereas acute care offers a completely different experience. In acute care, you have the chance to learn and develop essential nursing skills, truly advocate for patients, and engage in meaningful nursing practice. Long-term care can feel stagnant, lacking the growth that many nurses crave. While I know some nurses thrive in long-term care, if you're feeling frustrated and burnt out, it might be time to explore other options. Your mental health is paramount, and remaining in a job that doesn't fulfill you isn't worth it. Consider seeking out an area of nursing that aligns better with your interests. From what you've shared, a hospital setting could be a great match for you. Every nursing role comes with its own challenges, but you'll likely feel more like a nurse in that environment. Transitioning to an RN can open many doors and present new opportunities. Positions like case management and utilization review often come with higher salaries and the potential for remote work, with many employers now preferring RNs over LPNs. It's true that LPNs and RNs perform similar tasks, but RNs typically earn more. If I had known this earlier, I would have pursued my RN right away. That said, my experience as an LPN has laid a solid foundation for my nursing career, and now, as I work towards my RN, I feel like I'm completing my journey as a "real nurse.” There's a misconception out there that LPNs aren't real nurses, but we provide genuine care and take the same NCLEX exam—it's (weird thinking), but that's the reality of the current nursing landscape. So don't lose hope. It sounds like you have the qualities of a fantastic nurse; you just need to find the setting that suits you best. Pray and ask God to lead you where you belong. He brought you to nursing for a reason. I pray often I wouldn't be the nurse I am today without God. I begged God to please help me to be fluent to just let nursing flow off my tongue like the patient educator I need to be. As a new nurse many years ago I felt like everyone was smarter than me. I kept praying and kept showing up and moved in other fields of nursing to gain the knowledge I needed and I can honestly say I'm here but I'm growing. Healthcare changes often so I pray God to transition me as it changes to keep up with what in need to know. You Got this! Just keep showing up. Ask God to direct your path.

What all schools have you all applied to? Is everyone applying to the traditional ADN program?Any LPNs in this Chat that's applying to the Bridge program?

I’m wondering the same. Hope you get feedback soon.

I’m so sorry… ?I realized that after I sent it… LOL… I couldn’t find how to delete the comment… Forgive me I’m new to the site

You don’t have to get upset with me… I was just stating facts… as another commentator said… Why ask us for advice when you said you don’t want to be involved in others problems… we don’t want your problems either LOL…LOL

Have you ever thought to yourself if the medical field is your calling? It takes patience, passion, love, integrity, caring, teamwork… etc the list can go on. Not just on the floor but off the floor as well.. At that moment you could have been the one to save this persons life… what if that day she contemplated on suicide?! She had so many issues/personal problems she was dealing with. That a simple. “Oh no I’m sorry you’re going through that” and finding a nice way to end the conversation. Does no harm.. But the fact you said what you said to her… she could of ended her life right then… Remember this the next time.. you never know who life you could be saving by taking a selfless moment to hear a person out. In Nursing it’s about going over and beyond your job description by doing the simplest things.

Does this school accept black people? Everyone I have spoken with that is black that’s applied to this program with scores in the 80s 70s said they were not accepted. 80s is pretty good for TEAS. One person did say she know of a friend of hers that was accepted but the friend was the only black person in the program. It seems a little suspect. So I just stop applying to that school. I’m over qualified and still no acceptance.

Congratulations to you both… I’m not sure why they make it so challenging for LPNs to go back when we’re the most qualified. I have similar stories to y’all.. hopefully my time will be soon… Y’all got this… Praying for y’all success in the program.