Paramedic80

Thanks for the insight, that was what I was mainly concerned about...if you found that the students comming out of these private schools were just terrible or well prepared. I didn't want to enroll in a school, come out and be labelled instantly. Thanks again! Lyndsay

Hey there, I hope you don't mind me asking, I'm thinking of doing my LPN through a private school aswell, do you mind me asking which school (Sprott-Shaw?) and why you decided to go private instead of public?:nuke: I'm also in BC (near Prince George) debating the two sectors. Thanks alot, sorry, I'm not helping you with your question! I really apprectiate it! L.B.

Hey there, A friend of mine is taking her BSN in Kelowna....I can't remember the name of the university, but after year one she can take an exam and work as a care aid, year two...exam to an LPN, year three she can work as an undergrad RN, so each year b/c in part she has her "hands-on" training she is able to work in the field during her off months of school. When I asked her opinion of not having any clinical until 3rd year, she insisted that being able to work in the hospital during her off months helped her graduate as one of the top in her class. I can clarify some more and post another message later. Paramedic80---->going for LPN!

hey everyone!:welcome: the last couple of years I've been working as a paramedic in british columbia, canada and have found that I'm better suited for nursing, I love the job but I can't stand how short the time is with the pt. I often find myself volunteering my time on my off days visiting the pts. I met from my last shifts and helping with "tiny, tiny" tasks, (getting water for a pt., adjusting pillows etc.) now, to my question..... as I've been researching schools, I've found some great ones here in bc, but I'm being tempted by sprott-shaw community college with its continous enrollment into the lpn program, so I could start sooner than I thought-bonus! but...the tuition is much more $$*ka-ching!***. some nurses have commented that the style of these nurses comming out is 'different', but will not say anymore. would I be as well trained taking the program through this institution as any other grad? (the advisor states that they meet the clpn standards and their grads work in the field). I guess I'm looking for some first hand advice/opinions on this institution. thanks alot, I look forward to any responses!:)

Hey Everyone! I'm just entering school for nursing after a short (5yrs) career as a paramedic, I'm interested in RPN. Every job has its perks and downsides, I'm generally interested on how being an RPN has affected your life in a positive and negative way whether you deal strictly in mental health, persay, addictions or forensics..etc. I've looked at a number of websites so I'm now just looking for personal experiences/opinions. Thank-you all so very much :) Paramedic80