I am ready to send my application to EC (LVN to ASN) but is concerned if Texas BON recognizes EC's nursing programs and its graduates. Thanks in advance for all replies.
vnightingale06 replied to sugah-dumplin's topic in LPN/LVN
I don't know if there is Fresenius Medical Care in Florida. Here in Texas, the co. provides training for the inexperienced but will have you sign a contract for 2 years before you leave the co. or pay the cost of training. :)
I used to work in a nursing home but it just wasn't for me. The day I quit my job in LTC, same day I got hired in a home health care co. as a full time employee, salaried, you get a car, free cellphone and gas reimbursement. What more can I ask for. ...
vnightingale06 replied to vnightingale06's topic in LPN/LVN
thanks for all the replies. as for the free cellphone, I use it for coordination of care with the pts' MD when needed and to call the office to report anything that needs to be reported to my supervisor, patient wise.
vnightingale06 replied to mgalloLPN's topic in LPN/LVN
I'm an LVN and working as a home health nurse. My pts. are geri who were recently discharged from being admitted in a hospital. I visit them to assess and do teachings on disease process, medication, S/SX of illness, med SE and sometimes do wound c...
vnightingale06 replied to Coloradogrl's topic in LPN/LVN
I have one since I started my LVN program last year (reduced the bulk of my backpack by 2 books - Taber's dictionary and Davis' Drug Guide) and now, working as an LVN in a Long-Term care / Rehab gave me an advantage having a PDA since I use it before...
vnightingale06 replied to ddzwalker's topic in LPN/LVN
I'm so sorry! I agree with The Commuter. I'm a new LVN grad with no experience. I walked in and fill out an application form and was hired on the spot. Pay is not bad either for a start, $17/hr. I understand how you feel but you need to stay mot...
Hello All! I just graduated Aug. this year and passed my boards last Sept.2006 but until now I haven't landed a job inspite of sending out my resumes and filling in application forms from companies that need LVNs. I'm getting upset! Because of th...
vnightingale06 replied to vnightingale06's topic in LPN/LVN
Well actually, there are some opening in the DFW area for correctional LVN but afraid to apply because of the fact (this may sound crazy, forgive me) it is a correctional facility.
vnightingale06 replied to Lindsay42's topic in General Nursing
i dunno how this will help but in mosby's nursing diagnosis handbook, there is this nursing dx for financial crisis in the home environment which is impaired home maintenance r/t to insufficient finances. goodluck on your paperwork!