Chanzes MiMi

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  1. TECO

    Chanzes MiMi replied to John--RN's topic in Florida Nursing

    I had a combined 18 yrs experience as a CNA in LTC and as a Tech in hospitals, AND an EMT. It made no difference when applying as an LPN. While the patient care aspect is good to have for you to be...

  2. Anyone know someonet thats been to TECO?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to KIMMY03's topic in Florida Nursing

    this was personal observation in my own class. every student who worked full time, failed out of this program while i was there. the instructors stated this was consistent with each class, and they...

  3. Anyone know someonet thats been to TECO?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to KIMMY03's topic in Florida Nursing

    i graduated with the class after destinyx13. clinicals are 6:30a-3:30p thurs & fridays after you complete a couple months of the full-time program. towards the end of the program, you may have...

  4. TECO

    Chanzes MiMi replied to John--RN's topic in Florida Nursing

    I graduated from TECO (LPN31!) in July '08. It is very difficult, but thats why so many of the students pass NCLEX. We started with 30 students & 14 graduated 11 months later. Some chose not to...

  5. LPN schools near Orlando?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to lane88's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    You can go to the library and check a study guide out for the TABE. I graduated in '85 and was concerned, but I went thru the guide, and passed the first time. Heres a link with a free study guide...

  6. Anyone know someonet thats been to TECO?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to KIMMY03's topic in Florida Nursing

    No you don't. Its by school schedule [quarter?] they will give you a payment fee schedule, so you will know from the start whats due

  7. Info on Orlando area LPN programs

    Chanzes MiMi replied to sidsmom's topic in Florida Nursing

    Thanks Destiny, but this thread was started a year ago. I graduated with LPN31 at TECO last July, have been FT with PSA the last 6 months

  8. Anyone know someonet thats been to TECO?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to KIMMY03's topic in Florida Nursing

    It is a very good program. I drove 30 miles one way to attend. I would chose TECO again if I had to do it over. I never had a problem with the area the school is in. It is close to the Florida...

  9. Anyone know someonet thats been to TECO?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to KIMMY03's topic in Florida Nursing

    Opps. Sorry. Looks like the part time class has changed to daytime hours according to the new packet at the above

  10. Anyone know someonet thats been to TECO?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to KIMMY03's topic in Florida Nursing

    I highly recommend their LPN also. (July 2008 Grad here !) Its really easy to miss, but on their website they have a link for the admission packet for LPN...

  11. Looking to attend LPN school online in Lake Wales Fl

    Chanzes MiMi replied to jburkeg's topic in Florida Nursing

    Sorry about being incorrect the wait list. TECO doesnt even go on the point system. If you qualify, and pass the interview, you are

  12. Looking to attend LPN school online in Lake Wales Fl

    Chanzes MiMi replied to jburkeg's topic in Florida Nursing

    I do not believe there are any online LPN classes in Florida. Here is a link to the approved programs in Florida http://flahec.org/hlthcareers/lpn.htm I attended TECO in Kissimmee. They usually do...

  13. LPN programs in Central Florida

    Chanzes MiMi replied to intehflames's topic in Florida Nursing

    Another Kissimmee TECO grad here. Usually no waiting list, as long as you qualify. A challanging program, but myself and all classmates passed Nclex first

  14. Resident's right to refuse? Or NO right to refuse?!

    Chanzes MiMi posted a topic in General Students

    I am an LPN student close to graduation. Today at clinicals in the etended care facility, I had a resident refuse "skin prep" to her heels. She was in the hall in a wheelchair. She didnt just say "No"...

  15. LPN schools near Orlando?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to lane88's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    If Kissimmee isnt too far of a drive, try TECO (Technical Education Center of Osceola). I graduated from their LPN program in July '08, and my class had a 100% pass rate for NCLEX. There is no...

  16. NCLEX PN shut off @ 85 questions

    Chanzes MiMi replied to ***Blessed***'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the Nclex PN Wed 10/08, shut off at 85 also. Alot of prioritizing on mine. And unknown drugs. Walked out of Pearson in a daze, called a former classmate, and started crying. I thought there...

  17. Terrified of Nclex

    Chanzes MiMi posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    For those waiting to take Nclex, how nervous were you? I have been a CNA for 18 yrs, yet always dreamed of becoming a nurse. Well, I am almost there. I graduated LPN in July. But I havent applied...

  18. Terrified of Nclex

    Chanzes MiMi replied to Chanzes MiMi's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just checked FLA BON..............I passed ! I seriously did not think I had. It was THAT bad ! Thanks to everyone for their replies & support

  19. Terrified of Nclex

    Chanzes MiMi replied to Chanzes MiMi's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My ATT arrived by email yesterday morning ! Told myself I was taking the first appt date. Logged onto PearsonVue.................. Didn't expect to see Wed Oct 8th 8am available ! Less than 24 hrs...

  20. Cna???

    Chanzes MiMi replied to CruzanNurseRN's topic in Florida Nursing

    $12-13 for pool positions in Central Fla. Good luck

  21. First Day Today

    Chanzes MiMi replied to caringtouch's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Believe it or not, I miss class now that I have graduated. Teco has a great program, and you will do well. Did July 2008 class pic get hung on the hall

  22. Where can i find a school that teaches LPN?

    Chanzes MiMi replied to GlaMoUr_GirL's topic in Florida Nursing

    http://flahec.org/hlthcareers/lpn.htm Lists many of the Florida LPN programs, with

  23. LPN IV certification, Port Charlotte, Venice

    Chanzes MiMi replied to nursepammiej's topic in Florida Nursing

    I know its quite a drive for you, but as a last resort, Orlando Tech offers a 34 hr online course, with the final 4 hrs completed in a classroom or workplace setting to demonstrate skills competency....

  24. ? To Recent TECO Grads

    Chanzes MiMi replied to caringtouch's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats on getting into the program ! Clinicals start about 6 wks in, and yes, it is CNA skill based at nursinghomes (St Cloud area). You will each be assigned one resident to provide care for. If...

  25. ? about TECO

    Chanzes MiMi replied to caringtouch's topic in Florida Nursing

    :dncgbby: :hpygrp: