BetterMeRN

BetterMeRN

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  1. Roll Call all EC...Newbies.....after Oct 1

    BetterMeRN replied to BetterMeRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I think it take about two weeks, so i've heard. I still haven't received my license in the mail yet, although yesterday I checked and I received my license number. Can I print a copy of that and...

  2. Jobs for LPN's....is it true???

    BetterMeRN replied to heartaflame's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    labelle, they almost all say one year experience, you can try by sending in your resume. The worst is they say they want experience, your a nurse your in demand, pardon my french and screw the ones...

  3. Help....not sure how to be a nurse.

    BetterMeRN replied to BetterMeRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've been reading nursing magazines since I started the program, I work part-time as an ICU unit clerk so I see alot, but nothing is like doing it hands on. I just passed my boards, still waiting on...

  4. LPN school in Brooklyn

    BetterMeRN replied to BetterMeRN's topic in New York Nursing

    The full name is International Languages and Professional Network, Inc. I also tried to google found nothing. I don't live too far, I'll find out and keep you guys

  5. NCLEX PN shut off @ 105

    BetterMeRN replied to The Bell Jar's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Keeping you all in my prayers, wishing you lots of luck. I know what you are all going through, I've been there. The wait is the longest part, think good thoughts. Nic you can get the results on a...

  6. 1230 AM and feel like I failed NCLEX PN

    BetterMeRN replied to Nicolio112's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the NCLEX-PN on Sept 18th and passed. I found out exactly 49 hours after my test. It is the most nerve racking thing. All the time you've spent studying and all the sacrifices will pay off....

  7. New York City.......nursing

    BetterMeRN posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Hello, I'm wondering if there are any NYC LPN's who know where the best place for a new grad to work. Whether it be a hospital, nursing home, agency whatever. I'm also still in school going on for...

  8. question about 3 NY nursing schools

    BetterMeRN replied to peterperrett's topic in New York Nursing

    peter...i hope your GPA is up there, the schools you've listed are pretty tough to get into the nursing program. I was at BMCC for two years they didn't even look at my 3.30GPA. Good luck! and keep...

  9. Anyone took Excelsior exams before admission?

    BetterMeRN replied to nursemomof3boys's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm thinking of takin it myself.. still have not received my PN license yet. Nursemom do you have alot of prereqs to

  10. NCLEX-RN exam after both LPN-RN and RN-BSN?

    BetterMeRN replied to nursemomof3boys's topic in Online Distance Learning

    No, that's why as an LPN the best thing to do first is to get that RN behind your name as soon as possible. The difference in salary for a RN ASN and RN BSN is not much

  11. Excelsior College

    BetterMeRN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm a new LPN...feels good to say that. I've been considering EC for a long time now. Right now I'm taking A&P2 and Adulthood and Aging at a local school. EC needs my license before I can...

  12. NCLEX taker need encouragement!!!

    BetterMeRN replied to Chcg1234's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just keep praying....... not to pass the NCLEX because God already knows that you want to pass. Just pray for his will if it's his will to see you pass then it's yours. One thing about God, he is...

  13. chrisjoy

    BetterMeRN replied to chrisjoy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Stay positive.....always stay positive. You are going to beat this NCLEX. The BON are very slow....especially out here in New York could be the same in CA. Don't give up yet!! I'm

  14. Anyone know if any LPN courses are starting this Spring??

    BetterMeRN replied to LIgirl143's topic in New York Nursing

    Try BOCES I think they have two in LI. I tested for the one in Northport and passed....I didn't attend because the commute was going to be over two hours. VEEB is also good to look up not sure when...

  15. Failed RN school, challenging LPN boards

    BetterMeRN replied to nursemommyof3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I wish you the best of luck and prayers. Stay calm remember what comes first. ABC's, assess before action, physiological then safety.....stuff like

  16. Failed RN school, challenging LPN boards

    BetterMeRN replied to nursemommyof3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    wow peach....so you don't have to be doing all a's on those things to pass the nclex. thats good to hear.....still awaiting the results don't know what else to do. i can't do anything else until i...

  17. I PASSED NCLEX-PN 5TH TIME (just never gave up)!

    BetterMeRN replied to AriesNurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    WOW.....I am so happy for you. You really deserve this moment!!! Take it all in its

  18. I need some guidance.... please

    BetterMeRN replied to kipsy86's topic in New York Nursing

    I live in Brooklyn...I went to New Jersey to do my LPN...the school was fairly new when I started so they were eager to sign people up. They didn't have financial aid at the time so it cost me...

  19. Did I pass the NCLEX?

    BetterMeRN replied to jalabuhn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow....that's

  20. Did I pass the NCLEX?

    BetterMeRN replied to jalabuhn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Lisa you took the exam yesterday and foung out you passed today? About what time yesterday did you take the

  21. Did I pass the NCLEX?

    BetterMeRN replied to jalabuhn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hard to say....you could never tell. Did you feel like you were getting the answers right? What were your study guides? Did you do well in LPN

  22. Just started EC

    BetterMeRN replied to brodie98's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi guys, I'm looking forward to enrolling in EC. I contacted them a couple weeks ago but they said I need to be licensed as an LPN. I've graduated from LPN school in May...still waiting for my...

  23. Remarks made to an LPN student

    BetterMeRN replied to amy31's topic in LPN to RN

    I'v heard so many comments on going to LPN school....things like...complete waste of time...LPN stands for...Least Paid Nurse, but I'm not letting that stop me from becoming what I want to be and...

  24. Saunders vs. Exam Cram

    BetterMeRN replied to struggling_student's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I've been doing both the questions in Exam Cram i've heard are more like the questions on the actual NCLEX. Exam Cram is not better for rationale....infact their rationales are the worst. I'm also...

  25. took NCLEX-PN today

    BetterMeRN replied to NurseFlower's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats to you.....I can't wait to take my test!!!!! Still waiting for my date wish me