Practicalone LPN

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    The skinny on working nights

    Practicalone replied to UNC_nurseL&D's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree, when I was working night though, I have to say that I was able to lose weight better or faster b/c I did just as you've stated above. Now that I've been doing days, I've put on a few...
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    The skinny on working nights

    Practicalone replied to UNC_nurseL&D's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hate to say it, but you have to pump and store. Then if you are working, the person taking care of the little one will have to give the baby a bottle. There is really no other way. Unless the baby...
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    I need your two cents!

    Practicalone replied to 4my2girls's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I worked in L&D as a CNA for 3 years prior to getting my LPN. I am sooooo thankful that I did too. It really helped me to understand the whole processes. Now I am working in the same department...
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    How long does it take to become an RN if i'm an LPN

    Practicalone replied to texasboi's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If I had it all to do over again, I would find a school that has the ADRN program and go for that. Being a LPN is great, but there is not a lot of opportunities for LPNs. I've been lucky b/c LPNs...
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    First year pay

    Practicalone replied to tiffdeandre's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Started out at about 14.50 at one job and the other at 16.00. yes I'm working 2
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    Brand New LPN

    Practicalone replied to akanini's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Don't make it about the money, yes that is nice, but there are other issues like what is the staffing like, will I have CNA's to assist, what are the hours, is there opportunities for advancement,...
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    Scared to work :(

    Practicalone replied to Jab08's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I worked for years as a CNA at a local Birthing Center. I graduated in July, got my license in August and now work as a LPN at the Birthing Center. Yes I too feel freaked out about my new position,...
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    Question: NET test (reading section)

    Practicalone replied to NoobIe515's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    First what is a NET test? If it is an entrance exam, than I will say that yes it does matter. We had ATI tests and each category was graded individually and then as a whole. If you didn't do so...
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    LPN/LVN Additional Certifications

    Practicalone replied to antidote's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I see what you are saying, but what if you move to another state, it is always good to have that. The program I graduated from, the IV certification was part of the program. Good
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    EITC LPN to RN Program

    Practicalone replied to cariboujenny's topic in General Nursing

    I forgot, ISU has a pretty good LPN to RN program. It is online and they meet once a month for a real class. All my classmates from the LPN program that went into it have all been saying really good...
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    EITC LPN to RN Program

    Practicalone replied to cariboujenny's topic in General Nursing

    That program just started, so it is really new. They do have a prereq that states that you have to have worked as a LPN for one year prior to applying to it. Also, If you want your BSN, most...
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    Need your input...Idaho Falls versus Lewiston/Clarkston/Pullman

    Practicalone replied to I_love_my_job's topic in General Nursing

    I'm going to be 110% honest. If I were you, I would go to northern Idaho. Idaho Falls suchs. I did my clinicals at EIRMC and there were only 2 floors I enjoyed working on. The people are snooty....
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    What college should I go to for my BSN?

    Practicalone replied to Kamanaka's topic in General Nursing

    ISU in Pocatello has a good BSN program and the RN to BSN at BSU is from what I understand acutally through ISU. Thats what I've heard. If you already have your ADRN, then try for BSU. Another thought...
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    I want to work with the babies! Help!!

    Practicalone replied to bethany_ortiz's topic in General Nursing

    I recently received my LPN and I have been working in a Birthing Center PRN. Prior to working there as a LPN, I worked there as a CNA. The classes that you should take are NRP (neonatal Resusitation...
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    LPN = Life's Perfect Nurses

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

    I have to disagree with you on the new grad LPN and RN critical thinking skills. The university that I received my PN from also has a BSN program and here where I live, majority of the employers have...
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    Did any of you ever have to choose between work or school?

    Practicalone replied to nautica843's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    While I was doing my prereqs and my PN program, my supervisor helped me to stay working. So for 4 years I was able to work and go to school. Sounds like your sup has a bad attitued. Go out and find...
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    Career Assessment help

    Practicalone replied to OhioRn11's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    hope this
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    Failed the NCLEX-RN for the 5th time!

    Practicalone replied to ZeldaJane's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I believe that you need to take a break. I like the idea of the hypnotherapy thing. I think that you have totally worked your self up and now there is no turning back. I know RNs that failed and...
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    75 Questions on NCLEX, pass or fail?

    Practicalone replied to Lurksalot's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just wanted to say well put and thank you. I think that we all needed this bit of
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    Working Part-time as a New LPN?

    Practicalone replied to JustGibbs's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It all depends on if you can afford to work full time or if you'd need a babysitter. I personaly would work full time, but my kids are older 9 & 14. It just depends on how much experience you...
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    Question regarding LPN Scope of Practice

    Practicalone replied to pattylpn54's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It sounds right. Here we can do assessments, it is the initial assessment and the care plans that we don't do as LPNs. If an RN has visited with the patient first and also keeps in touch with the...
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    LPN program versus RN degree

    Practicalone replied to robpritc's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If I had to do it all over again, I would definately go straight for the RN. I just graduated in July with my LPN and now I'm considering going back for my RN. I have 5 prereq classes that I have to...
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    LPN versus CMA

    Practicalone replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In Idaho, CMA's are glorified pill pushers. They can do everything a CNA can do plus give meds thats it. Remeber the whole ladder thing, CNA, CMA, LPN, ADRN, BSRN and so
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    Working as a L.P.N. in a OB/Gyn Office

    Practicalone replied to Nanci1959's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    While I was going to school to get my LPN, I worked in L&D as a CNA. I can just say, bone up on your female anatomy, disease processes and issues concerning females ages 13 on up. I will say...
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    Why are LPNs not allowed to do more?

    Practicalone replied to GaMBA's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    At the University were I received my PN degree there are three nursing programs, the PN, ADN and BSN. Facilities around the area have made it very clear that they would rather Hire one of the PN...