JoAnnS

JoAnnS

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  1. Question in Dutchess County

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in New York Nursing

    hi: no problem: some advise, make sure you are practicing the math problems every single day. you want to be able to look at each problem the test gives you and you'll be able to work the problem....

  2. Question in Dutchess County

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in New York Nursing

    The program is very intense and quick. You have to read and study every single day. There is a quiz every single day and then a chapter test. Sometimes you have a test on 7 chapters at one time. You...

  3. Question in Dutchess County

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in New York Nursing

    hi... go to this web site: http://www.math.com/ this should help you.... you are looking to pass basic math. if this site does not help you, you should invest in a good cd or video to help you,...

  4. Just got a job. ..tell me how it is

    JoAnnS posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Ok.. :spnngwlcm: So I just got this job. I am a LPN for 8 days now. 1. In your opinion, how long should my orientation be. 2. Should I run the med pass by myself? or have the person orienting me...

  5. Just got a job. ..tell me how it is

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks! Guess nursing is a lot different than I thought it was going to be. Kinda sad if you ask me.... But.... guess I'll just make the best of it like you said... I'm just out of school but wanted...

  6. Wondering if 50 is too old to go to RN school

    JoAnnS replied to fancyme50's topic in LPN to RN

    I heard of a man going back to school at 72, a woman graduated RN at age of 62. DO what you want to do for you! Never let anyone or a feeling of what other people think about you or your decision....

  7. LPN/LVN rate of pay in your area.

    JoAnnS replied to Couture_Honey's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    HI I just applied to an ad for a LPN for $18.53 to start and I hope I get the interview. Its a little closer than the place I am working at and I need the more

  8. My first job.. Are they all like this

    JoAnnS posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    So now that I passed my test I got my first job. "Nurses eat their young" this is what I was told within my first 3 days of being a nurse. Had no idea what all this was about. I have found some nurses...

  9. I Passed

    JoAnnS posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    HI guys: I took my test on 9/18 and just found out I passed!! All the hours of studying and hard work has paid off! I am now a Nurse Thanks to all of you who gave me encouragement and...

  10. I Passed

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It does feel great! I bought EXAM CRAM (yellow & blue book) I think its the 2nd edition. The book & CD are great. I recommend it! GOOD LUCK TO

  11. im so tired to being told this by some rns! grrr

    JoAnnS replied to angelwings777's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Isn't it awful that people can't be happy for our accomplishments. They can't be happy that we are contributing to the medical field as strong team members. They can't see past the nonsense and yes...

  12. Graduated

    JoAnnS posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hello Nurses: Well I graduated in June. I am waiting for the state to send me my notification. Many of my nursing student friends are either taking the test or have taken it and passed. I am hearing...

  13. Graduated

    JoAnnS posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hello: I have graduated Thursday night. Will take my review course at my school and will start studying for the boards. Any suggestions on the amount of hours you guys studied will be greatly...

  14. Help With Hospice.. Please Assist Me

    JoAnnS posted a topic in General Nursing

    hello all: my step mother is in critical care at this time. her systems are starting to shut down.. she was just diagnosed 1.5 week ago with lung and liver cancer. (i am just finishing lpn school, so...

  15. Alzheimer's book

    JoAnnS posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi... Can anyone recommend a really good book on understanding this awful disease. I am caring for the sweetest elderly woman who has this disease. This is my first time experiencing this and would...

  16. Roll Call: Introduce Yourselves, LPNs!

    JoAnnS replied to TheCommuter's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    HI I am JoAnn. I am graduating this June 2008, (can't wait) (but scared stiff) and I will be studying every single day for the boards. Then once I pass, I too will be back here to let every know I...

  17. LPN/LVN rate of pay in your area.

    JoAnnS replied to Couture_Honey's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is great pay for Oklahoma!!! Good going for you!! I hope I can find a job like that right out of school.. Thanks for the

  18. LPN/LVN rate of pay in your area.

    JoAnnS replied to Couture_Honey's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I know this post is a little older... but can you tell me where you are working in Westchester or Putnam. I am graduating this June and will be taking the NCLEX-PN. I will need to work right after...

  19. Excelsior on-line school

    JoAnnS posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hello all: Here it is March already and I graduate this June 08. I can't believe how far I have come and its almost over. As I am still nervous and get sick every time I take a quiz or test, I am...

  20. Excelsior on-line school

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in Online Distance Learning

    HI.. thank you.... this is what I was afraid of..... I kinda already made up my mind... but I just needed this little added information. Thanks so much

  21. Excelsior on-line school

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am graduating from a LPN

  22. Nclex

    JoAnnS replied to tiffdeandre's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    CONGRATS TO YOU!.... . I wish you all the success in your new career. ANOTHER

  23. Question in Dutchess County

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in New York Nursing

    De nada!... buenos noches mi amiga! Knowing two languages will also get you a higher salary. I took siete (7) anos in mi escuela many years ago. I am also going to relearn the language. But if you do...

  24. Question in Dutchess County

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in New York Nursing

    1.- how difficult is the entrance test? i bought a book for that test because i wanted to go to westchester community college... but i need more classes and i can't start until june 2009. i don't want...

  25. Question in Dutchess County

    JoAnnS replied to JoAnnS's topic in New York Nursing

    Hello: My friend Lisa is in that class... I'm just down the hall... I usually stop by there to wave to her. I'm sure you have seen me. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!! Have you gone on-line yet to do the on-line...