Spazzy Nurse

Spazzy Nurse RN

Mental Health, MI/CD, Neurology

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  1. Rue vs.college network

    You do not have to buy all of the books that EC recommends. In fact, I only bought one (a Potter and Perry Fundamentals book used on half.com). I mostly used this one for CPNE preparation. The rest I...
  2. NICU's/NNP schools in the twin cities

    I have heard good things about Children's (both Mpls. through Abbott Northwestern Hospital and St. Paul through United Hospital). We had very good experiences there with our son when he was a baby...
  3. New LPNs going to EC....why not?

    Heyyoooo, EC grad here. Just make sure it's an actual EC rep and not a rep from a 3rd party who wants to sell you study systems. A lot of times they act like they are from EC itself. Exactly what...
  4. Former Minnesotan now in Tucson, AZ!

    Sounds like your hospital is a bit more employee friendly than most (is not all) of ours around here. I'm glad it was a good move for you. Thanks for posting---- it's interesting to hear how things...
  5. New LPNs going to EC....why not?

    I have to disagree with you on that one. I had my EMT-B before having my LPN and there was a WORLD of difference. I don't think the knowledge base is comparable by any means. There are incompetent RNs...
  6. New LPNs going to EC....why not?

    Very well
  7. New LPNs going to EC....why not?

    :rotfl: Sorry to go off topic but this cracked me up. I think a lot of us get pain in the a$$ patients....... I had one who pretended not to speak English and squeezed her eyes shut while I was...
  8. signing up with Rue

    OMG I am so glad that you found us and that you didn't sign with RUE!!! I made that horrible mistake and I will spend the rest of my days pleading with people not to make that same mistake. I could go...
  9. New LPNs going to EC....why not?

    I'm curious as to where these hospitals are too. I started the EC program with 1 1/2 years of LPN experience under my belt. Granted it was in a neuro clinic, but that experience really helped. I also...
  10. For the love of God do not go through a 3rd party. They are more expensive (despite what they may try and tell you on the phone) and some of them have the crappiest "study materials" that you could...
  11. I got a date!!!!

    Yaaaaaaaaaaaay!!! You have a date!! How exciting is that!!! Now the fun begins,
  12. One more thing......... regarding the "several" states that don't accept EC graduates.... there aren't several. California doesn't and Illinois and Kansas have some weird rules too, but as far as I...
  13. Hi Cindy-- First off let me say, good for you! Even though you're no stranger to school, it's a big move. I graduated from EC 2 1/2 years ago and I can't say enough good about the program. Not only...
  14. It's over I am now an RN!!!

    Congratulations, Karen RN!!! Do you feel 20 lbs lighter
  15. is RUE a mistake?

    You can either download them online or EC can mail them to
  16. Needing information about CLEP

    I think you're smart for looking into CLEPs and DANTES. They save a lot of time and money. I wish you the very best of luck!!!
  17. Finally!

    You're on your way, girlie!! GO LAURIE
  18. NC-1 Questions on test

    Well I have an opinion about RUE :angryfire and if you want to hear all about it, PM me. I've already posted my feelings towards them a million times on this board and other boards so won't waste...
  19. Rue vs.college network

    Hi back, Barb! :cheers: And I agree with Barb..... if you want to get study guides from a 3rd party, head over to Ebay or other EC message boards and get one there. If you sign with a 3rd party you...
  20. Needing information about CLEP

    You do need to take the CLEPs and DANTES at college campuses. There is a listing of which colleges give which exams on the websites. I second everyone's opinion on checking with your school to see...
  21. Rue vs.college network

    I second everything Laurie said, except I went to the EC CPNE workshop before my CPNE and highly recommend it to anyone who can scrape up the funds to go. I have heard good things about the...
  22. money back from RUE?

    No, you certainly aren't the first or last. I was duped long before you were. Ohhh the stories I could tell you about RUE. To be perfectly honest, I don't think there is any way that you can get out...
  23. About to start excelsior! ????'s

    Be careful when taking any gen eds that you think you need because a 3rd party (Chancellor's, RUE, College Network, etc) told you that you need it. They may be right, but the final decision is up to...
  24. cpne results excelsior

    You are so
  25. NC-1 Questions on test

    Wow Barb, you're on a roll with excellent answers for people