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akanini MSN, RN

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  1. Pursuing my nursing career at 37. Words of wisdom needed!

    akanini replied to Katieon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I always believed that you are never too old to learn and have always been in classes with students who are far older than 37. PLEASE don't let age hinder your

  2. Things pts say that make you scratch your head.

    akanini replied to Mommy&RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was bathing an 89yr old patient once and was cleaning his private/groin area. He said, "They don't work anymore!" I said, "Really?" He said, "Yeah they are too

  3. Case management, no luck.

    akanini replied to Gisette's topic in Case Management

    Have you tried Case Management at the Home Care level? I know people who do that and love

  4. New Nurse

    akanini replied to meganfilzen7's topic in General Nursing

    Best of luck on your new

  5. New Nurse

    akanini replied to meganfilzen7's topic in General Nursing

    Oh wow. I live in NY and always wondered how it would feel to move to another state. I wish you luck and I'm interested to hear more about this

  6. NCLEX-PN 4th try in 3 weeks

    akanini replied to 2Bnursexo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you tried

  7. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    akanini replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    This "trick" has worked for me and everyone I know. I strongly believe its a

  8. LPN vs. RN program

    akanini replied to mistiestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Do the RN and get it or it, that's if working isn't a major priority at the

  9. Single Mother Need Advice

    akanini replied to kailynnsmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I totally agree with NurseNikki. OP, what are you waiting for. Don't waste anymore time. Go straight for the nursing degree. You will have more doors opened for

  10. Are employers weeding out nurses applying for management positions with no BSN?

    akanini replied to jjsnsg's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I don't mean to bombard the thread because OP is asking a personal question, but Elkpark your response was VERY helpful. I'm in the same position holding an Associates with a previous BA. I loved my...

  11. Im going to school for lpn. Is it worth it or not?

    akanini replied to jlopez92's topic in Nursing Career

    I strongly believe its worth it to go for the LPN first, DEPENDING on the school situation. Here in NYC it's very hard to get into an RN program directly so I did LPN school THEN transitioned to an...

  12. what did you get for Christmas from your employer?

    akanini replied to AlphaPig's topic in General Nursing

    $100

  13. LPN to RN achieve test prep/ excellsior

    akanini replied to JenniferLeighdesi's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thanks for responding. I have two friends that are interested but kind of unsure about the

  14. Starting Excelsior's MSN - Education

    akanini replied to Lunah's topic in Excelsior College

    Thanks for the reply. They CLAIM I won't need to do any BSN courses since I have a BA and my RN license. I'm still surprised at

  15. Online RN-MSN Programs with Non-nursing Bachelor's

    akanini replied to 777RN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I'm bumping this thread because I'm in the same boat and would like help. I live in NY and Excelsior is the only school I know about that will let me start the MSN right

  16. Starting Excelsior's MSN - Education

    akanini replied to Lunah's topic in Excelsior College

    I'm seriously considering this program. Help, LUNAH!!!! Lol. Anyone has any info on this program? EC MSN Education track. How many hours of time should be dedicated to class a week? Will the faculty...

  17. in the nclex the same everywhere, or is it harder in some states?

    akanini replied to silkysteph's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Above poster is correct. Why pay CA if you have NO intention of working there also is what I want to

  18. How many times should I take NCLEx before I give up?

    akanini replied to branzilla's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm not sure about Hurst, but I know for a fact Feuer is

  19. LPN to RN achieve test prep/ excellsior

    akanini replied to JenniferLeighdesi's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Anyone doing this school in NJ? I'm interested to hear more about how good/bad Achieve

  20. Ny lpn to rn program charging $1200 for pre-requisite course! Normal??

    akanini replied to LPN2day_RNasap's topic in New York Nursing

    The essay will be an argumentative topic. You have to take a stand and give reasons why you support what your decision. One question asked if you think smoking should be banned in NYC

  21. When to Send in NYS Application for Licensure?

    akanini replied to PacoUSA's topic in New York Nursing

    Paco69 how did things work out for

  22. LPN Course Help

    akanini replied to missy0910's topic in New York Nursing

    Listen to me LPNs will ALWAYS have a job. Don't let anyone discourage you. If its in a clinic, a nursing home, someone's home YOU WILL FIND

  23. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    akanini replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Anyone driving from Brooklyn, PLEASE PM

  24. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    akanini replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Newnurse2012 please be clear what school you are referring to. I'm confused because Veeb has financial aid and isn't

  25. How long after graduation did you wait before taking the NCLEX?

    akanini replied to aachavez's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I graduated Aug 15th and tested on Sept 30th. I did my school's