I want to be an LPN someday. I have to admit that hearing the stories about so many short staffed facilities, and having 1 nurse tend to a lot of pts really scares me a bit. Please tell me that this...
Hi everyone. I wanted to get some opinions on what I'm thinking about doing. I eventually want to go to LPN school and become an LPN. I can't do that right now though, not until my youngest starts...
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I'm 32, and have been a SAHM for about 6 yrs. I currently have an 18-month old and am planning to go to LPN school when she starts kindergarten in about 3 1/2 years. That will put me at 35 years old,...
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pink2blue1, Thank you for sharing your story. It's very inspirational. I have called a technical school near me and went for the orientation. Right now, I am going to have to put my dream on hold,...
Now before I start to vent, I have to say, that my family (as in, my mom & dad) are very supportive of me becoming an LPN. The only thing that is bugging me is since I won't be able to start the...
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LegginMF, The ALF that my mom works at is exactly like the one you work at too. She is a receptionist in the regular building, and the Alz/Dem is right next door. It's a very nice facility, and the...
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Thanks everyone! :) I was wondering if anyone knows of any accredited online LPN programs? I think I'd rather do classroom learning, but I'd like to look into the online programs too. Thanks in...
Yikes, that does sound scary for you and for the residents. I am not an LPN yet, in fact, I'm just thinking of going to school, but situations like yours really scares me. I wonder why LTC facilities...
Thanks everyone for your responses! :) crazy4him~ I am praying when I do go back to school, that my experience is just like yours. It sounds so wonderful, and thank you for sharing your
I can't wait to start LPN school, but I must admit, since I'm so shy, I am very intimidated and nervous about going back to school. I'd love to hear everyone's experiences when you started LPN school....