dessyrell

dessyrell

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  1. What Is Going On?????

    dessyrell replied to NARCAN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    they wouldn't hire you at a nursing home??? THAT is weird. well, good luck to you, hope you find a job soon, it would be a shame not

  2. Scheduling My First Exam

    dessyrell replied to FocusRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    6 kids???????? i have to tell you, i admire you!!! i don't think i could raise 1 kid and be in school,

  3. Scheduling My First Exam

    dessyrell replied to FocusRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    your son sounds like fun! count me in! hey, could you schedule your appt at a different center? i had to do that once, just like you, couldn't find a date that fitted me, so...had to drive to...

  4. Sociology

    dessyrell replied to meltom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    too late for me...where were you when i needed you!!!! LOL you're right they're not forthcoming about this! my best revenge is to pass my CPNE...first time! LOL i actually got a few extra credits...

  5. CPNE Information

    dessyrell replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    thanks, Lunah! it makes sense. finally some good news...thanks a lot!!! yeah, i was done with everything in august, applied for the CPNE in sept. and basically waited that long for them to schedule...

  6. How is the transition from CNA to LPN?

    dessyrell replied to Bluemoon576's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    there isn't such a law. they don't have to reimburse you for anything. They might decide to pay for your nursing school, you'd have to sign a contract with them , probably. before you do, make sure...

  7. LPN in trouble......

    dessyrell replied to NursePeace's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    hi! sad situation. i've been a CNA for 3 yrs and now am an LPN and going to school to become an RN. As a CNA i knew what i supposed to do and what not to do, always was careful about those nurses that...

  8. LPN Starting Salary

    dessyrell replied to pat8585's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    lets see if anybody can beat this...11.65/hr to start with, after 1 year 12/hr...in a hospital, med/surg unit. serious and...sad!!! glad i moved

  9. Health Physical for CPNE?

    dessyrell replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    here's a good link for you...try not to get too confused LOL

  10. Health Physical for CPNE?

    dessyrell replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    you got lucky...where is that doctor located? :) i might have to pay him a

  11. Sociology

    dessyrell replied to meltom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    why didn't i know about this clep thing??? i wouldn't have had to fight with gerontology! i should have started to read these boards a long time

  12. CPNE Information

    dessyrell replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    dang...i used to complain while i was waiting for them to call...i should have enjoyed it! now i'm all stressed! am in the process of moving, starting a new job, learning how to go to the grocery...

  13. CPNE Information

    dessyrell replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

  14. NC 6 down. Next, the CPNE

    dessyrell replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    :balloons: CONGRATULATIONS! yeah, i got pretty mad when i got the CD! they should still print the guide for

  15. CPNE Information

    dessyrell replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    sorry for the confusion. i tried to help. i did have 2 physicals done. the first one was when i applied, then after i got the date, they sent me yet another health form and had 1 mo deadline on...

  16. CPNE Information

    dessyrell replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    it's always good to know they're willing to work with you when you got problems like that. i had dial-up also when i applied in sept, didn't have a problem. i don't remember being given the option to...

  17. CPNE Information

    dessyrell replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    about the cpr card...i just renewed mine through arc. if you already have been through a class they will let you take a review and challenge. i got mine in 1 day. re physical: after i got the date,...

  18. CPNE Information

    dessyrell replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    you can only apply

  19. Lpn

    dessyrell replied to BethT's topic in Online Distance Learning

    i worked part time as a CNA at a hospital (you don't have to be licensed to be hired as an aid by a hospital, though...), 3p-7p, then every weekend 7a-7p. there was another girl in my class who worked...

  20. Excelsior Lifespan Psych Exam Help!

    dessyrell replied to ladycrafter14's topic in Online Distance Learning

    hi! i took this exam not too long ago. it wasn't hard. but the questions were very specific, so you really need to know the material, can't be guessing on this one. what i dis was i worked the...

  21. PASSING THE CPNE: tips from my experience

    dessyrell replied to anticoagulationurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    me, too...they offered me jan, but had to decline (we're in the middle of moving, starting a new job, etc) my date is at the end of feb. am going to Syracuse, too. i would get the skills kit if i...

  22. St. Joseph's, Syracuse, NY---my CPNE test site---

    dessyrell replied to dessyrell's topic in Online Distance Learning

    oh, but i did

  23. St. Joseph's, Syracuse, NY---my CPNE test site---

    dessyrell posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    my date is in feb '08. i am a nervous wreck already, but happy at the same time...(the waiting just about killed me :icon_wink: ) :icon_question: has anybody heard anything about this test site? has...

  24. St. Joseph's, Syracuse, NY---my CPNE test site---

    dessyrell replied to dessyrell's topic in Online Distance Learning

    nope...haven't/won't have the time. thanks for your support. hope it will be

  25. St. Joseph's, Syracuse, NY---my CPNE test site---

    dessyrell replied to dessyrell's topic in Online Distance Learning

    wow...i was surprised to find this... https://allnurses.com/forums/f125/cpne-what-so-horrific-difficult-about-137855.html pedinurse: "It all depends on where you go, your level of prep, and most...