AZMOMO2

AZMOMO2

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  1. what did LPN school teach me? not much im afraid... will RN school help me?!

    AZMOMO2 replied to lorenwithano's topic in LPN to RN

    I learned ALOT in my LPN program but I also learned more on the floor of a Nursing Home and I have learned more in the Homecare setting with a new demographic of client. Every day there is something...

  2. Gateway LPN Fast Track

    AZMOMO2 replied to AZmom's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I was in the day program and I went to lecture two days 3 hours long each and lab two days 8 hours long each,for the first few weeks then lab days turned into two clinical days 8 hours

  3. Who is finding nursing school way easier than you were told it would be?

    AZMOMO2 replied to SayNoTo DNC's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I never found it really hard just time consuming. The first semester was Ok because I was prepared for it. Second semester was pretty easy I thought. Of course now I am going into the the LPN-RN...

  4. Bio 205 Lab Kit

    AZMOMO2 replied to mom2a1c2's topic in Arizona Nursing

    The CD is the entire lab for a few things and very much needed. Although I am not positive that it is the only way to do the lab. I seem to remember that the labs on the CD were basic common sense...

  5. I absolutely HATE it!

    AZMOMO2 replied to Manepride's topic in General Students

    This does not seem like a great way to run a nursing program. Peer mentorship is one thing but peer management is altogether just wrong. With these competitive programs that is just asking for...

  6. Possible to take a few nursing classes from community college?

    AZMOMO2 replied to marbear28's topic in General Nursing

    Try looking into the co-reqs for the BSN program to fill your credit requirements while you wait for a nursing program, if you have not already done

  7. Mccd getting into block 3 and your schedule

    AZMOMO2 replied to vwgirl2007's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I have a friend that just entered block 3 last semester, she said it was Mon Tue Wed first half and Mon Tue second half. As for applying, You need to fill out the advanced placement application,...

  8. does a school with no wait list exist in AZ?

    AZMOMO2 replied to nervousjerk's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Central Arizona College which is a Community College is a points based entry program. They say they do not keep a waitlist. You can look into

  9. GCC Weekend Program

    AZMOMO2 replied to AZCodeBlue's topic in Arizona Nursing

    You have to take and pass your exams and be close to finishing your last required course in order to submit your Advanced Placement Application with it being contingent on your final grade for actual...

  10. Seeking information on Gateways LPNprogram in Phx. AZ

    AZMOMO2 replied to PrayeRNurse's topic in Arizona Nursing

    For more info on Gateway there are many threads under here for Gateway Fastrack, you'll find alot of information on here about the past and current

  11. Maricopa Wait List Question

    AZMOMO2 replied to booblu's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Highest HESI scores first. You apply at one location, then send an email to the directors of all the others telling them you are willing to take any placement offered. However, you have HUGE odds of...

  12. Can LPN's operate ultrasound equipment?

    AZMOMO2 replied to deern12's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes you can as long as you are trained on them. They are not specialized equipment that require certifications or an RN. You can do application with the ultrasound for pain management. Ultrasound...

  13. Why cant i feel content? Career advice please!

    AZMOMO2 replied to Nire83's topic in General Nursing

    I limited advice to offer, but I feel your frustration. I have the same issues, took a pay cut for a job change to gain more " experience" and have less than I did with a population I am not fond of "...

  14. 1 year down, no acute care experience

    AZMOMO2 replied to holisticallyminded's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Take classes to boost your resume. Certifications, for example, Cardiac Arrhythmia and Advanced Arrhythmia, do you live in an area where there is a Perioperative Training program at the local...

  15. Nursing Student with a Drug Addiction

    AZMOMO2 replied to VanessaLee13's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Well most if not all nursing schools drug test within 24 hours of orientation. You must go within a specified time and usually their isn't must warning. If they use on a daily basis as they clamin or...

  16. "They give the meds, we do the care"

    AZMOMO2 replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    I had a CNA come to the desk and say, " Oh you Nurses, we do all the work and you get all the pay. " I had just hung up the phone from a horrible call to a family member about yet another skin tear to...

  17. I need some advice...PLEASE

    AZMOMO2 replied to RN2b23's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I know why she told you what she did... because EVERYONE has found this route into the RN program. It's a good and bad thing. Its not advised, because it can disrupt the flow of the traditional...

  18. I need some advice...PLEASE

    AZMOMO2 replied to RN2b23's topic in Arizona Nursing

    OMG that is SOOOOO not true about the LPN route to RN. Everyone I know that went to Gateway Fasttrack that has gone on to Block 3 has passed or is about to graduate. The traditional RN program does...

  19. Share The Weirdest Reasons Patients Push The Call Light

    AZMOMO2 replied to RN06-NP09's topic in Nursing Humor

    Them: I have to have a bm. Me: Ok ( Go and grab the bedpan ) Them: Not now. Me: Excuse me? I thought you said you had to have a bm? Them: I do. But in a couple of hours. Me: Excuse me? Them: I just...

  20. would you even attempt this?

    AZMOMO2 replied to SrnD's topic in General Nursing

    Can't hurt to apply all they can say is " You do not meet the qualifications" Or "Yes, we'd like you to

  21. Older mature nurses: How can I encourage my mom to pursue her RN with me?& should I?

    AZMOMO2 replied to Skylarslaughter's topic in General Nursing

    At least half of my nursing class was over 30, even a few over 50. If she wants it she can do it. I have a friend you got got her RN and she sis in her mid 40's and got a new grad job in Long Term...

  22. Relocating for the elusive first RN job

    AZMOMO2 replied to sbostonRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Is it too far to commute? Like out of state? I lived on the CT line and traveled to Sommerville for a year for a job that paid wayyy less than RN once upon a time. It sucked. But it was the job offer...

  23. College Network or Excelsior for LPN to RN ASN degree?? So Confused!!!

    AZMOMO2 replied to BostonNurse2876's topic in Excelsior College

    I have found GREAT sites that are much cheaper and provide a powerpoint lecture style class for those of us that need the added learning style. If you straight up buy a text book for the course,...

  24. CNA Program Prices

    AZMOMO2 replied to pinkstethoscope's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Community Colleges have CNA programs. For example gateway and central arizona college. Both are around $71 a credit and the class is I think 6 credits. I went to the CAC CNA class and it took 1...

  25. I need to take the Microbiology Exam ASAP

    AZMOMO2 replied to FocusRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Take the practice test then study what you don't know There are a few online sites as well that give some good visuals for some lab stuff.. but overall its probably the same as taking any of the...