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    Why did you choose LPN instead of RN?

    CLUVRN replied to kimmyj74's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    My answer is pretty much the same as everyone else's---easier to bridge to RN later on if I want to, less time, cheaper, can make a pretty good living if I want to remain an
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    I wanna shout it from the Rooftop!

    CLUVRN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am officially accepted to the Fall 2008 LPN program Indian River County Adult Ed School of Practical Nursing!!! I am so relieved and estatic, I've been on pins and needles awaiting this letter! I'm...
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    I wanna shout it from the Rooftop!

    CLUVRN replied to CLUVRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry if it sounded like I was dissing LPN's. I know they are an important part of the healthcare team as well, or else I wouldn't bother trying to become one!:nuke: I just want to move up the career...
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    Mailman just brought me a letter!

    CLUVRN replied to wishNhopeNdreamN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats!!! Getting that letter feels good, doesn't
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    Want to hear about my huge BOMB at my state skills exam???

    CLUVRN replied to naide88's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The key is not to get nervous before and during the test; you have the skills down pat; just perform them as you would if it weren't test day. I took and passed my Boards about a year ago and was one...
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    I wanna shout it from the Rooftop!

    CLUVRN replied to CLUVRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    LOL, that's funny, Hotflashn! Thanks, you guys, for the well wishes. I hope we continue to be a source of support and motivation to one another as we embark on this challenging but exciting
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    New LPN students??

    CLUVRN replied to PinkLPN's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi all, just got accepted to SDIRC School of Practical Nursing starting August 13! I'm really excited and plan not only to pass but EXCEL in this
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    Accepted!! :)

    CLUVRN replied to whiteoleander5's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats!! Hope to join the accepted club
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    Letter came today!

    CLUVRN replied to kburns0016's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats!!! Hope to be in your shoes
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    After two years of waiting...

    CLUVRN replied to MedicalNerd's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats! I've seen your posts about your struggle to get accepted into a nursing program for awhile now. You deserve it. I'm very happy for
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    What To Wear To Interview/orientation

    CLUVRN replied to tullosrn2010's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with Csantos, be yourself. Shake off your nervousness and try to be enthusiastic and at ease. Confidence is always a plus at an
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    Acceptance letter!

    CLUVRN replied to tbell2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sweet! Good for you! I can't wait till the end of May when we get our letters so that I can feel the excitement and anticipation you must be feeling right
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    Acceptance letter in mail today!

    CLUVRN replied to sooperdooper's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congratulations!!! I hope I'm as lucky as you are; expecting my letter in 2-3
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    I Passed the Net!!!!!!!!!!!

    CLUVRN replied to joymama's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have an interview coming, tomorrow morning in fact. I'm kind of nervous but confident I will do well. I received very good interview tips on the different threads as well. However, I didn't take the...
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    How many students did your nursing program accept for your class?

    CLUVRN replied to anna19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Only 18 spots out of 50+ applicants for LPN program in only its second year in
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    I hate my job

    CLUVRN replied to MissDA26's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I currently work as a CNA overnights on an Alzheimer's unit at an LTC facility and I like my job but was afraid I'd have to drop down to part-time once I (hopefully) start NS in August (have not...
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    Took my TEAS

    CLUVRN replied to Leomom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was disappointed by my TEAS score of an 81.2 as well. However, I'm still confident that I will get in, since I hope to impress my school with my interview next month. You must be as well. Good luck...
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    Teas Test

    CLUVRN replied to Nervous Nursey2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Heather 859206--I'm applying to a program ran by the county school board and Community and Adult Education. Fall 08 will be the 2nd year the program's been in existence; for that reason I hope the...
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    Teas Test

    CLUVRN replied to Nervous Nursey2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Heather 859206---I have heard alot about this Ivy Tech school on these boards. Is it super-competitive? Is this your first time applying for NS? When do you expect to get 'the letter'? The LPN program...
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    Teas Test

    CLUVRN replied to Nervous Nursey2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took the TEAS yesterday after studying for 2 months using various resources and my score was still disappointing---an 81. I scored 90's in English, reading, and math; the 60 something in science is...
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    TEAS Question

    CLUVRN replied to Leomom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I take the real thing tomorrow morning and am surprisingly calm due to the fact that I studied cover to cover the ATI guide. I didn't buy the online practice tests because I was told it was just more...
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    Must be a CNA to Get Into Nursing School?

    CLUVRN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, my name is Christen. I'm new to the site and I'm very impressed my the vast amounts of info and advice everyone seems to have. Now I have a question--I applied to a LPN school in my town that only...
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    Must be a CNA to Get Into Nursing School?

    CLUVRN replied to CLUVRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well its seems that being a CNA works to one's advantage in nursing school. I think the school that I applied to gives a 165 hour credit toward the program for being a CNA. Gives us the opportunity...
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    Must be a CNA to Get Into Nursing School?

    CLUVRN replied to CLUVRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    CSANTOS, I see that you're an RN student in Orlando. Do you attend a CC like Valencia or a program at UCF? My sister lives there and I hope to move there in the next couple of years to continue my...
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    Must be a CNA to Get Into Nursing School?

    CLUVRN replied to CLUVRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow, I didn't know that you get your CNA virtually all online. Yeah, I may have not be clear in my original post, but I already have my CNA certification working at a nursing home at a job I hate....