DaniLPN2RN

DaniLPN2RN

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  1. Things to take to Med-Surg 1 clinicals

    DaniLPN2RN replied to 2bbabynurseT29's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I was very nervous before my first round of clinicals too. I'm now finishing my 3rd round and enjoy it very much. I keep several items with me for reference: * LPN Pocket Guide * Drug Book * Drug...

  2. Drug Cards

    DaniLPN2RN replied to livinlife1257's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    My advice with drug cards is to alphabetize them according to the generic name. This has really helped me in clinicals when I need to find one

  3. Is this the way lab is supposed to be?

    DaniLPN2RN replied to picurn10's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Dod0303's advice is right on. Preparing ahead of time is definitely key in keeping up with school regardless of your background. If you find that just reading in the book isn't helpful in learning...

  4. Grade system in your school

    DaniLPN2RN replied to KIMYNURSE2B's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 69 or below =

  5. What color are your school's scrubs?

    DaniLPN2RN replied to picurn10's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    We have white bottoms and navy blue top. Like a previous poster, we also have uniform pants (not scrub pants). We are allowed to wear a navy blue lab jacket, but personally I never even bought one....

  6. Looking for IV Certification and phlebotomy course in Tampa Bay

    DaniLPN2RN replied to darlingdeb's topic in Florida Nursing

    Erwin Tech offers IV Courses and Phlebotomy courses. It is located on Hillsborough in Tampa. I think there are IV courses starting as soon as August. It is a 5 week program; 2 nights per week for...

  7. LPN School: How Many Hours Did You Study Per Day?

    DaniLPN2RN replied to Plagueis's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am currently 4 months into my program. I study between 3-6 hours per night and on the weekends. I do take frequent breaks - 10-20 minutes or so. This pattern works best for me and has helped me...

  8. Students that Fail

    DaniLPN2RN replied to KIMMY03's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Lamie, I understand your concerns. Just go in knowing that you will NOT fail. It is a difficult year, but manageable. I'm pulling in all A's and 2 B's right now. I have 3 boys; ages 7, 4 and 1....

  9. Lpn Or Surgical Tech???

    DaniLPN2RN replied to greenie101's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Good Luck to you greenie. Keep us

  10. Students that Fail

    DaniLPN2RN replied to KIMMY03's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    We just lost quite a few people after finishing A&P. Most of the people who failed, did so because they just didn't try hard enough. Some of them felt that it would be okay to just get by. Others...

  11. Lpn Or Surgical Tech???

    DaniLPN2RN replied to greenie101's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm not sure how much truth is to it, but I recently spoke to a patient who is a Surg Tech. He has been looking for work for over a year. He said that most positions are being filled by nurses. His...

  12. Anyone attending Galen school of nursing, St petersburg/Tampa????

    DaniLPN2RN replied to flower2007's topic in Florida Nursing

    I'm sure Galen's program is great. I've heard of a lot of people who felt they received a top notch education. The problem ... they are NOT regionally accredited. If you want to move past ADN, your...

  13. How can I Prepare for LPN school

    DaniLPN2RN replied to Katie76's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would take this time to relax and enjoy the time you have. Once you start school it will be hectic. Like someone else said, make plans for anything that could go wrong while you are in school ......

  14. Introduction Thread---LPN/LVN students!!

    DaniLPN2RN replied to OgopogoLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I started my LPN program on March 12. It is a 12 month program so I am just getting started. I have three boys (ages 6, 4, and 1) and a supportive husband. I am so excited for the opportunity to...

  15. Erwin Technical School

    DaniLPN2RN replied to furturenurse's topic in Florida Nursing

    I start on Wednesday. I'm nervously excited. Hope all is well for you byrd. I'm sure you've been busy

  16. Have Anyone Hear About Gulf Coast College Lpn Program

    DaniLPN2RN replied to Sincere24's topic in Florida Nursing

    I went to visit Gulf Coast College and learn more about their program. It is a private school so the tuition is very expensive. The person I spoke to was very nice, but I felt like he was trying to...

  17. Stethoscope Preference Question

    DaniLPN2RN posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I will be starting an LPN program in March. What type of stethoscope do you use and why do you like it? There are so many options and I have found a couple that I like, but wanted to see what fellow...

  18. How do mom's do it?

    DaniLPN2RN replied to sassiebaz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Never give up on your dreams! Sometimes life gets in the way, it happened to me too. I started out in Nursing, then life happened; kids happened. But here I am getting ready to start again ... in...

  19. What school will you be attending this spring?

    DaniLPN2RN replied to BRYTTANI18's topic in Florida Nursing

    I will be attending the day program. Are you attending Erwin also? I don't know of many people out there going to this

  20. What school will you be attending this spring?

    DaniLPN2RN replied to BRYTTANI18's topic in Florida Nursing

    City: Tampa Program: LPN School: Erwin Tech Start: 3/12/08

  21. Erwin Technical School

    DaniLPN2RN replied to furturenurse's topic in Florida Nursing

    I will be attending Erwin in March 08. I'm very excited!!!! Anyone else taking the day program in

  22. Need info on: Test of Adult Basic Education (Tabe)

    DaniLPN2RN replied to ladycool's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Don't let yourself stress over this test. It is not as difficult as it may seem. Keep in mind, the name ... test of "Adult Basic Education". The hardest part is just remembering what you learned in...

  23. Toddlers, Daycare, LPN Program...How Did You Manage?

    DaniLPN2RN replied to Enchantress's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I can empathize with your situation. We just recently moved from Indiana to Florida and I plan to go to nursing school. However, while making arrangements to return, I just found out I'm pregnant...

  24. Tampa LPN Schools

    DaniLPN2RN posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    I am relocating from Indiana to the Tampa area. I have started classes for my LPN. Can you suggest a good school in the Tampa area for LPN's. Thank

  25. Tampa LPN Schools

    DaniLPN2RN replied to DaniLPN2RN's topic in Florida Nursing

    This is great information. We are planning on renting at first, to learn the area and where we would want to live on a more 'permanent' basis. My husband is down there right now trying to get...