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Just a question for some of you who have moved to another state with relocation assistance from the Employer. What were the terms? And how much did you get? Was there a lump sun given up front? Was it worth it in the end? And anything else you can te...

See, I hate that there is this "nurses has to take BS" rule! We are constantly getting walked over...and take some time off if you can afford that to decompress.

Hi guys, Long story short, I am really new to LTC. Saw this term on my 11-7 cheat sheet. Under "Treatments", it says "apply tube bands and ace wraps". I think I know what tube bands are but i need a little help. What are they? Thanks all!

I'm leaving my job as a floor nurse in mental health/Special needs because I was offered a LTC job in a better location and It suits my needs currently. Mainly, I need more skills. I have been here almost a year and I can't even get a peg tube, much ...

Update: Thanks to all of the advice! I started orientation today at a beautiful ltc facility. Haven't had a tour yet on my floor so we will see. I'm staying positive and hoping for the best. I figure I owe it to myself to at least explore this new o...

The commute is like 10 mins driving. You all have given me reasons to rethink my decision! Thank you. I'm just not sure what to do.

That's great. Gives me some confidence to hear that. I think the key is to practice a few math problems everyday so it doesnt leak out of your brain. Lol

Me too !!! Its my biggest fear as well. I have bought the dummies book to hlp me review before I start my program.....the "medical calculations and dosages". Just get some books like that and Kahn university website is awesome! Check it out. Free vid...

Delaware County Technical School LPN program in Broomall. Its well known in the area, has great reviews, and is cheaper than Lincoln Tech, and P.I.T! I start in Feb. but I've friends who love it, and are getting ready to graduate!

A few things are discouraging me next year. I need some input. Next year, I'll be starting in Feb at DCTS LPN program, and I won't have access to a car MOST of the time. So google maps just told me my ride will possible take 1 hour, and 45 minutes!!!...

Thank you. Clinicals! Yes, that's something to consider as well. I'm going to look into a little harder! thank you for the feedback.

Thanks. I will look into it!

Yes. I'm talking about that one. I am coming from Chester, pa. I'm hoping that there is an easier commute to get there! Just doing my homework. So I can mentally prepare for it.

Well, I took some time out from work. Now I think I'm ready to get back on the saddle. I have had such a hard summer with a few blessings. I got accepted into nursing school. I'll be starting next year. And I also got a job working in long term care ...

Okay, I've been doing homecare for awhile now. We all know its EASIER than working at a LTC facility but at least in LTC you do get REGULAR scheduled hours. Its been awhile since I've worked in LTCF but I've decided to give it a chance because the op...

If your not good at math, than you'll need to brush up on that. I've used "Basic math and Pre algebra for dummies!" Even bought the workbook! Its a GREAT REFRESHER! Magraw's book of course helped me as well. I think the hardest part of the exam is th...

Doing Homecare is sweet because you can find cases 10 minutes away! But being that I'll be changing my job in a few weeks, its a 35 minute drive. I'm not really looking forward to it because I'll have to adjust to driving at night. (11-7) I think I'l...

This made me giggle.

Mmm hmm.. Yup. Its true. But the look on some of my patients face when they see me just makes my day better at times. Some of them really do appreciate you. And the families really do begin to "NEED" YOU. Its not the best gig but you never know what ...

Yes, that's true. But I really need the pay. And I don't plan on working a 40 hour week. I'm going to be working only parttime. Maybe 24-32 hours a week at the most. And I have the convience of choosing my own days! And I really would like to get use...

Something like that sounds perfect for me. I keep forgetting I'll be in school in Sept. so 7-3 won't be ideal then! That's a really good idea.

See, that's how I am! I'm a night person! I'm pushing towards 3rd shift more, but was going to do 1st because I keep hearing how the "days go so fast"! But I also know there will me "more higher ups", and more "issues". I just can't decide between 1s...

And that's all you need. FAITH. and PRAYER. The world is yours if you believe it is. I truly believe that. Congratulations. I just got accepted to nursing school after BSing with my life for so long, and believe me when I tell I did it with hard stud...

I actually had to reschedule an appt I made last week so I'll be going to speak to someone this week in admissions. I'm in the same boat as you but I think at the end of the day it is what you make it. I think MOST of the program is SELF STUDY. which...

Just got back from taking the N.E.T :uhoh21: , Paper format so i have to wait 3 weeks for the results! Anyways, I don't think I did that well in the math portion, but I think I did excellent in the Reading portion. So my question is, Does anyone know...