mshep12

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1. LPN and RN

   mshep12 replied to mrsgypc's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   You might find these two articles helpful. They outline all the duties, requirements, preparation of LPNs and RNs. I found it helpful, I'm going for my BSN to be an RN. Good luck with your...

2. Working and School

   mshep12 replied to Wanting2BeAnLPN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   Hey, most of what I have to contribute goes along with what the post above me mentions. Mainly, wait for awhile once you're in school and find an understanding employer (easier said than done, I...

3. Online Science Courses

   mshep12 replied to Kensington's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   My impression is that most nursing programs want to see the lab time. For other pre reqs, I'm thinking mostly of math, I'm sure some programs do accept credits from online courses. But you should...

4. Financial aid

   mshep12 replied to goldenscroll's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   Like someone else said, the Stafford unsubsidized loans might be good. Or just look around for tons of scholarships, however small they may be. I understand that can be time consuming, but if you...

5. Anyone could help me wid nursing schools?

   mshep12 replied to tjmann's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   Most of the schools I heard of often use waiting lists... but you can check out this site, they have an index of nursing programs organized by state. http://nursingprograms.com/. good

6. Physiology Before Anatomy?

   mshep12 replied to Kensington's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   I'd suggest taking anatomy first. I took anatomy in high school. Physiology definitely has more to do with chemistry, but anatomy sometimes covers a little of that too. Anatomy seems like a good...

7. Maxed out on loans- now what?

   mshep12 replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Students

   This is by no means a permanent solution, but it sounds like you're desperate at this point. Have you tried consolidating your loans? It might not be possible depending on where you got your loans,...

8. Associates or Bachelors?

   mshep12 replied to mickjordmoll's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

   Someone may have mentioned this already, but the biggest difference between ADN and BSN is what you're looking to do with your career. The ADN is great for training hospital-ready RNs. The BSN is...

9. Advice about LPN

   mshep12 replied to mydee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   If it's something you're seriously considering, there's no harm in doing some research. It's probably good to check if your area has strong job market. Hospitals are hiring fewer LPNs to begin with,...

10. Money for LVN education?

    mshep12 replied to NICUrn2B's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    The Pell Grants are a good place to start. If you don't qualify for those you can try the Stafford and Perkins federal loans. They're specifically for students and some of the Stafford ones are...

11. What area's can a LPN work in?

    mshep12 replied to sunshine75's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I agree with the other posters here, it mostly depends on job opportunities in your specific location. But, if you would like more information, you might find this article helpful....

12. Need Financial Help

    mshep12 replied to SHELL75's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you tried applying for federal student loans?? Most are need-based, but there are a few that are credit-based. So if you have good credit you'll be fine. I'd start with looking at unsubsidized...

13. Accelerated BSN

    mshep12 replied to decisions01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hey, I think if you go for your BSN you can become an RN. That's my impression anyway. I mean, yeah, a lot of people get their BSNs after becoming RNs, but BSNs are supposed to get anyone licensure...

14. Future Specialty?

    mshep12 replied to walktheline's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I haven't decided yet either, CG. I'd think I'd be best in pediatrics or NICU, but NICU can be very challenging emotionally, not that pediatrics isn't, but there's definitely a difference in the...

15. Would I be a terrible nurse???

    mshep12 replied to couldntbhappier's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think maybe you're putting to much stock into this one experience you were in. Yes, it sucked, but on the bright side it's probably prepared you so that you'll appreciate nursing once you're on the...