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I don't think VCU has an LPN-RN program. They start at BSN. I would call Susan Lipp (Admissions Director @ VCU SON) and ask her if this is your plan. She is straight forward in most things. IMHO (however ignorant it may be), with so many RN and BSN programs in the area, I wouldn't suspect that there is much of a demand for LPNs. I know that VCUHS is trying to make the transition to all BSN degreed nurses and you would be 2 steps behind on that. I know that your concern is the time factor, but if you have to put in double the time to get to an RN to secure a job, rather than LPN with a lot of worrying and then returning to get the RN...how does that factor in? You said that other programs had fallen through. Have you applied to ALL the RN programs in Richmond? There are plenty. Yes, it will take a bit longer. Better yet, if you have a bachelors in another field, VCU offers a second degree accelerated BSN that lasts 16 months or so. Just my .

I LOVE compression socks (knee-high)!! I use the mid "strength" compression...my legs/feet feel SOOOOOOOO much better when I wear them. I have never tried the full length ones, but nurses that I work with swear by them. Probably the best way to find out what you like is to grab a pair and try them. An expensive way to do it, but that's how I figured it out. Good luck.

Sorry you had such a bad shift. This got me right in the gut.

I had a med school prof for Physiology and it was HARD. But, I LOVED it. I have a fairly easy prof for Micro and it is only difficult because it bores the heck out of me. (I am not very motivated this semester.) I will end up getting the same grade both classes (B) but difficulty wise... Physiology should have delivered a D and Micro an A. I think it just depends on what you are interested in. Tip...do not get behind in your studying for Physio. Good luck.

This brings up another question (not meaning to hijack the thread). How does the BON look at nurses/nursing students who have been psych inpatients? I imagine that it would raise a red flag, but does it prohibit getting/keeping your license?

Netter's Atlas of Human Anatomy. :)

Those coloring books don't cover much. I wouldn't waste my time.

Like I replied on another thread...get a Netter's and start learning. Learn the structures (I recommend learning by body region) ie nerves, bones, muscles. If you can get the origins and insertion points of muscles down life is going to be easy. Good Luck. I loved Anatomy.:heartbeat

Grab a Netter's Anatomy and start learning. Netter's will have way more than you need to know but has everything. Once you get the structures (bones, muscles, origins/insertions, organs, etc.) down everything else makes sense and is easy to digest. I recommend learning the microstructures of the kidney as well. Good luck.

I have always worn my seatbelt. My husband hasn't always worn his and I nagged him. It paid off significantly a couple of years ago when we were in a pretty bad accident...through a light pole and into a telephone pole. The car was totaled and the airbags ejected. I was in a lot of pain and had some scrapes and bruises...my favorite one was from the seatbelt across my chest.

Why was the cord issue a problem?

I had the opposite done...breast reduction. But, still the same part of the body. From what I understand a reduction is far more invasive than augmentation (I have NEVER considered augmentation. :chuckle... unfortunately, I got more than my share) but I can't imagine having gone back to work with all the pushing, pulling, etc earlier than a month post-op.

I hand delivered mine on Dec. 1 and the poor woman in the admissions office was a bit swamped with applications. Apparently, that stack had just come in. I know people heard before Feb of last year, but 3 days after the deadline is a little unrealistic...don't you think?

I am a PCT/EMT/nursing student who is allergic to latex. My co-workers have been nothing but helpful. I don't run into a lot of problems though. Most supplies are now made w/o latex and we have nitrile gloves everywhere. However, I have found that many people don't realize the dangers to others when popping a latex glove, etc. Thankfully, I don't have an anaphylactic reaction. People seem surprised when they hear I am allergic. I must be the only one on the floor. But, it is definitely workable.

Yes, this is possible. I was looking at it recently. VCU is just one of the schools that offers the program. Here's the link: http://www.nursing.vcu.edu/students/prospective.html then click on RN-MS. GL! :)

I can't really give out my stats, etc. I work at VCUHS and I have traveled somewhat of an unusual route and don't want to take the risk of one of my co-workers identifying me. I am a career changer. I am very anxious about the application process. I can't believe that I have waited until the last minute to turn it in. It will finally hit the office on the deadline. Ugh. Many of my co-workers are VCU SON grads or currently students at some level or another. I am only considering one other school (RN only) if I don't make it into VCU. I really have no desire to go to JSRCC, but I also don't want to waste another year waiting around. :uhoh21:

I see that this thread hasn't gotten much action. For those of you who have begun the program, how competitive was it to get in? How do you like it so far? I just made the decision not to go to medical school, instead I think that the NP route is better for me. It is a totally new arena for me...I have spent the last 2 years working on my post-bacc at VCU in prep for med school. ANY advice, info, whatever would be greatly appreciated. -TypeA

Have you considered bridging to EMT-P (this is an option for RNs)? It would probably be a lot more challenging and enjoyable for you. Some states allow it, some do not. In those that don't, you can challenge the EMT-B exam to essentially test out. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.