allison_lpn

allison_lpn LPN

LTC, home health, addiction, hospice

Currently in LPN-RN bridge program, graduate May 2023!!

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  1. What you need to know before clinicals

    allison_lpn replied to ChristinaG123's topic in General Nursing

    A tiny dab of vicks vapor rub will do wonders for the array of "smells" you may encounter, put a little bit in a contact lens case and carry it in your pocket!! Good

  2. Online BLS

    allison_lpn replied to hiddencatRN's topic in General Nursing

    If you go the the AHA website and in the top right hand corner click on "local branch", you can find contact info for your local office and they should be able to tell you where and when the second...

  3. Any tips for my Companion job interview?

    allison_lpn replied to carolbrigid's topic in General Nursing

    Letting them know you are flexible is a big plus!! Along with being compassionate and showing that you have a willingness to learn something new. It is also helpful to relay what goals you have and...

  4. Is a phone call a good sign?

    allison_lpn replied to gigglymo's topic in General Nursing

    I would say that looks like a pretty good sign!! Good

  5. How do I know?

    allison_lpn replied to Taylo040's topic in General Nursing

    The best way to know if your credits will transfer would be to contact the college you are thinking of attending for grad school and verify with them. Good luck with your

  6. Excelsior College for ADN good in GA now?

    allison_lpn replied to ccstar's topic in Georgia Nursing

    It is accepted by AL. For GA, you have to complete an additional 700 hours of clinicals. it is best to check with the Ga Board of Nursing though, they are constantly changing. Are you an LPN? I...

  7. IV Certification in Shreveport for LPN

    allison_lpn posted a topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Does anyone have information on where I can get certification for IV therapy in the Shreveport area? Thanks for all your

  8. IV Certification in Shreveport for LPN

    allison_lpn replied to allison_lpn's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thanks for the voice of

  9. Chattahoochee Tech RN Program January 2010

    allison_lpn replied to juliern81's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Thanks...I guess I was looking at the old

  10. Chattahoochee Tech RN Program January 2010

    allison_lpn replied to juliern81's topic in Georgia Nursing

    I noticed that!! The info was pretty sparce!! Thank you for your

  11. What job position should I apply?

    allison_lpn replied to ladymarfee's topic in Georgia Nursing

    I know EXACTLY how you feel. I am going through the same thing only difference is that I am an LPN. I am going to get my CNA it will cost $107 for the test and then work my way up from there(I still...

  12. Chattahoochee Tech RN Program January 2010

    allison_lpn replied to juliern81's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Do you have more info about their nursing program? I couldn't find anything online about it. Thanks!! Good Luck to you in your

  13. IV Certification in Shreveport for LPN

    allison_lpn replied to allison_lpn's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    thank you...that is a great

  14. LTC facilities in Shreveport

    allison_lpn replied to allison_lpn's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thank you for that I will check them

  15. LTC facilities in Shreveport

    allison_lpn posted a topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I will be relocating to the Shreveport area in the upcoming month and I am looking to work in the assisted living or LTC area. Is anyone familiar with the facilites in that area? I am trying to find...

  16. Getting into Nursing Just to Get a JOB!!

    allison_lpn posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm a nurse and I've ALWAYS wanted to be a nurse. I decided to be a nurse because I am a nurturer by nature. I absolutely love taking care of people and doing my part to make them feel better when...

  17. Exuse me while I gloat...just a little

    allison_lpn replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Nursing

    CONGRATULATIONS!! that is so awesome!! good things come to those who

  18. Discouraged-need a book about what goes RIGHT with the human body!

    allison_lpn replied to SiennaGreen's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.amazon.ca/Rules-Aging-Roger-Rosenblatt/dp/0156013606 This book isn't really about the body but it is pretty comical and has some ideas on aging. A very light and easy

  19. I have the experience, but no BSN!!! Need to vent...

    allison_lpn replied to nyteshade's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with others I would apply anyway...sometimes experience will outshine education!! Good

  20. Tough shift. First death.

    allison_lpn replied to notanumber's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you did a great job!! Enjoy your days off and take some time to do something for

  21. Dilemma.. need opinions please!

    allison_lpn replied to penny77's topic in General Nursing

    I would go with Hospital B as well, you will be better off with the larger range of opportunity for the future. As far as a reference I would get one from a former instructor, or maybe your nurse...

  22. confused on istudysmart.com & excellsior

    allison_lpn replied to fab42lpn's topic in General Nursing

    Just a note, make sure your state accepts the excelsior program, here in GA they do

  23. When to get pregnant?

    allison_lpn replied to WorkofHeart8's topic in General Nursing

    We were told the by our instructors, "do not get pregnant while in school" because as noted before, there are things in clinicals you can't do. And then if you have morning sickness and dr appts you...

  24. Photogenic memory required for LVN?

    allison_lpn replied to iamthecheese's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the others, you don't need a photographic memory, just some more time to study and some creative ideas to help you remember. A&P is alot of labeling parts and having to remember...

  25. Nursing home not able to admit medicare patients

    allison_lpn replied to Sarah Jayne's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    If the facility is not willing to give you a valid reason for losing the Medicare status then you may want to leave. I would ask first. You can get info on the facility from you state nursing home...