pat8585

pat8585

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  1. Degrees That Employers Want

    pat8585 replied to us2uk4u's topic in General Nursing

    I hear this over and over too. I am an LPN and would really like to go back for my RN but I read on here so many out of work RN's that I wonder if I should bother. I would have to get more student...

  2. Does having healthcare experience help land a job as a new grad?

    pat8585 replied to soxgirl2008's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think having CNA experience is helpful. A lot of times a person who is a CNA gets promoted once they have passed the NCLEX. Happened to

  3. How is New RN Job market Looking?

    pat8585 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    how is the job market for brand new RN's ? Are you and your classmates finding positions somewhat easier than what you anticipated? Are there hopeful signs of a growing

  4. Does This Sound About Right . . . . . .

    pat8585 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Ok, new grad RN's are NOT finding jobs, even after looking for over a year. BUT...LPN's had better go back to school and get their RN because LPN's will be phased out soon and hospitals will ONLY...

  5. Need RN Job Advice!!!

    pat8585 replied to RN6157's topic in First Year After Licensure

    indeed.com is a good job

  6. Is going for my RN worth it?

    pat8585 posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I am an LPN and so far enjoy it. Sometimes I don't feel as challenged as I would like to be. Several people have asked me if I think about going on for my RN. Truthfully, I am not in the mood for...

  7. Need RN Job Advice!!!

    pat8585 replied to RN6157's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Just tell them you had to take some time off and study for your boards. I don't think it will be that Big of deal. You did eventually pass!

  8. Does the VA welcome New Grad's?

    pat8585 posted a topic in Government, Military

    I am an LPN and am seriously thinking about applying to some Veterans hospitals/nursing homes. Sometimes their ads say one year experience required. Can anyone tell me if the VA welcomes new grad...

  9. A question for career changers.

    pat8585 replied to dudette10's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have worked some non management roles in the business world. I saw A LOT of favoriteism with promotions and most of all schedules and lots of days off for the favored ones. Healthcare has its ups...

  10. How much time elasped between graduating and taking the Nclex

    pat8585 replied to sasha08046's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I took mine a month after graduation. Used the quick results and found out in 2 days

  11. Not always feeling challenged

    pat8585 posted a topic in General Nursing

    ok, I want to start off by saying I like my job well enough, and I am very thankful to have one in this cruddy economy. I am a LPN, working home care. I get decent pay and benefits. So in some ways...

  12. Not always feeling challenged

    pat8585 replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks to everyone for their replies! I am open to all suggestions. Regarding pursuing an RN degree...yes, I have thought about it. But I would like to see if there could be some type of tuition...

  13. VA and getting Hired . .. . . . ..

    pat8585 posted a topic in Government, Military

    how quickly does the va hire their nurses? I am an LPN and seriously thinking about applying there. Just wonderng how LONG it will take. up to a year? If anyone could give me a ballpark figure, I...

  14. Army Medical command and job

    pat8585 posted a topic in Government, Military

    has anyone worked as a Army Medical Command nurse? As a LPN? Any info would be appreciated!

  15. Wanting to broaden my horizons

    pat8585 replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    thanks to all for responding. Example of some skills i do not use at this time....i do not take blood pressures, i do not give injections, I do not do cathethers, i do not do wound care. I guess I do...

  16. Wanting to broaden my horizons

    pat8585 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work as a LPN in home health right now and overall, enjoy it. However, I feel a lot of my skills are being wasted. I don't use A LOT of what I learned in nursing school. How can I broaden my...

  17. how is the LPN market lately

    pat8585 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    just wanting feedback if people are having any luck finding LPN

  18. cant pay back school loans, garnish wages?

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

    they have something called hardship or economic

  19. Have any of you gone straight into home health or ONLY had home health experience?

    pat8585 replied to efda3's topic in Home Health

    i think it would depend on how stable the patient in home health

  20. Eastern Ky Job Market

    pat8585 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Can anyone share anything about the eastern kentucky (paintsville, ashland, and lawrence county areas) job market? I have posted in the kentucky region, and had not a single response. was wondering if...

  21. Are Nursing Jobs Plentiful where you Live ?

    pat8585 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi just taking a survey to see if nursing jobs ARE out there. I am interested in finding out about potential LPN openings. If you feel comfortable, please say the state you are from' THANK

  22. What are the Chances of Getting Hired at the VA

    pat8585 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a LPN , a recent grad, and would like to know if I would stand a good chance at getting hired at a VA center. What are the chances these days for LPN's

  23. Working while in LPN school

    pat8585 replied to vinceharrisky's topic in General Nursing

    I have to respond...what about nurses who have diabetes? Should they not be nurses because they have a disease? What about the OP's asthma, caused by exposure to coal dust...did he bring that on...

  24. Why don't I have a job right now?

    pat8585 replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    just want to say to everyone HANG IN THERE! Don't get too discouraged. Also, throwing this out.....Haiti needs nurses now. Volunteer nurses. Experience could change your

  25. Honest thoughts on Job Market

    pat8585 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Was wondering if people who are looking for nursing jobs are getting interviews and offers? Am curious to know if the economy is improving. Would like to hear from both RN's and LPN's. Also, if you...