craigrah replied to following_faith's topic in General Nursing
I don't think this reply should have come to me. I am a nurse, have been for more than 30 years, and will forever be a nurse. My mom was a nurse for more than 40 yrs and I will follow in her steps, abeit reluctantly at first. Started as an ADN, ad...
craigrah replied to following_faith's topic in General Nursing
An 18-month (2-yr) ADN program will most likely take the average person 21/2 to 3 academic years to complete. If getting into the workforce quickly is an issue, then a 15-mo PN program may be suitable. If you are unsure of your committment to nursi...
I think that basic EKG interpretation is sufficient for the general nursing graduate. Advanced courses should be taught for nurses working in specialized areas, or for whom ACLS is required as a part of their job description.
LPN1112005 :) Great! I think the best advice a new nurse should take is to find a great mentor and stick with him/her. A good mentor can save your life and that of your charges.
I would like to hear from some LPNs in Georgia who have recently graduated, perhaps in their first year of nursing after graduation and from candidates for NCLEX-PN. How well did your school prepare you for your NCLEX-PN and for your first nursing j...