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  1. ATI Testing

    amjowens replied to sellen1972's topic in LPN to RN

    Our instructor gives the numerical codes for the tests, then (key), there's a code for getting access to the test. Each of us has a username, password. During orientation, the representative for ATI...

  2. Nursing is not always recession-proof

    amjowens replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in OH, in NS. I'm doing a clinical in Med-Surg, and we aren't able to get to where each student has two patients (our instructor says students would normally have three at this point during all...

  3. How do you like your LPN program?

    amjowens replied to cz890's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm still in my LPN program, but go to a school where there's a RN program too. It's interesting how there are some people who strongly dislike the program, yet others in the same program are really...

  4. Should I quit Nursing School???

    amjowens replied to sns501's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Nursing school isn't "nursing", so I think you need to decide whether you truly want to be a nurse. You've already shown your dedication by getting into nursing school (retaking those classes), so...

  5. Lpn

    amjowens replied to raisonbrancruch's topic in General Nursing

    First of all, don't be down! A career is a process, and you'll bring to it who you are, no matter what you choose! It is a big decision, and can be pretty stressful. LPNs aren't experiencing the best...

  6. My friend withdrew from the program.

    amjowens replied to lemonaidangel's topic in General Students

    I have to add, during my first clinical semester, I found myself getting "down" when any of my friends didn't do well, or if anyone had problems. Inside, I started feeling guilty (and long before,...

  7. Are you enjoying Nursing school as I am?

    amjowens replied to Graduate2010's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Nice to hear you're enjoying school! I graduate in Dec. I have enjoyed NS! Nursing school mostly is really about "nursing", and so I enjoy it. The science side of it is fascinating, and eventually...

  8. I love NURSING SCHOOL

    amjowens replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    It's wonderful to read of so many positive NS experiences. Getting into NS is getting a lot more competitive. I think those of us who go through what it takes to get into NS these days probably are...

  9. My friend withdrew from the program.

    amjowens replied to lemonaidangel's topic in General Students

    Since she earned the grades and put in the time to get into nursing school, she probably knows deep down she can do it, especially if the program is as competitive as you say. Academically, getting...

  10. Burn Out!!!

    amjowens replied to ange26s's topic in General Students

    I wonder if allnurses students might be more likely to feel burnout before we graduate? Crazy, but we are more likely to understand what we might be getting into from reading posts from nurses,...

  11. Columbus New Grad - need help finding job :(

    amjowens replied to emetcal1's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I'm from around Akron, but am about to graduate from NS in Toledo. I've thought about moving to Columbus. In Toledo, there are a lot of nursing schools relative to the population. New nurses here...

  12. wants to bridge from RPN to BScN but have low GPA

    amjowens replied to tink_08's topic in LPN to RN

    I would contact each school and find out what courses are required that you could take. For example, I've taken all humanities, social sciences, anatomy, micro, math, English/speech, and nutrition...

  13. just wondering how long this stage takes?

    amjowens replied to VM85's topic in LPN to RN

    I took my pre-req courses for RN before the LPN program. Those, depending on the school req, could take a semester, or just high school courses science/math,etc., or could take a year or so. I...

  14. what was the biggest adjustment from LPN to RN?

    amjowens replied to picurn10's topic in LPN to RN

    This isn't to answer your original question, because I'm still a LPN student, but just something to share. I plan to graduate from my LPN program in Dec. Yes, it's much more time consuming and more...

  15. I'm old and I need my RN ASAP

    amjowens replied to Vivy's topic in General Students

    If you think you're too old to embark on a goal/dream, then no way, in reality, you are probably younger than you know! Old is what you make it! I know some 40+ people who are "younger" than some...

  16. Husband Trying to Discourage Me from Nursing

    amjowens replied to Dottie78's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a nursing student at age 31 only because I chose to give in to my then-fiance at age 19. I was in pre-nursing, but I switched to pre-med. I was not wise enough at the time to understand what I...

  17. What are states that have high nursing shortages?

    amjowens replied to princesasabia's topic in General Nursing

    Even within states, shortages are regional. Take Ohio, where I live. I'm in Toledo, and due to the large number of nursing schools in NW OH, nursing jobs are competitive. I'm still in school, and...

  18. Do you find it "fun"?

    amjowens replied to missjennmb's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't think "fun" is the word, but I'm definitely having an awesome NS experience. I did think I would enjoy NS because I enjoy learning. Also, I really wanted (and want!) to be a nurse, so putting...

  19. Should i consider a different career ?

    amjowens replied to lhopeful's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't really think of nursing courses as science courses. While some anatomy and math is involved, it's mostly about, well, nursing. The most science oriented courses in my LPN courses are anatomy,...

  20. Starting School Sept 2008

    amjowens replied to Graduate2010's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats and good luck! Allnurses.com is a great resource. I hope to graduate from my program in Dec. While the information seemed overwhelming at times, it's starting to come together and fit....

  21. Do I want to be a nurse?

    amjowens replied to oregon guy's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in NS, and have learned that nursing is all about caring for patients. While nursing does offer opportunities that don't include direct patient care, it's assumed in most of those positions that...

  22. Had A Bad Interview, Scared I Might Not Get In the Program

    amjowens replied to Steph26's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Wow! I'd consider it a success that you survived that interview! The interviewer sounds completely unprofessional and rude. I can't imagine even the most prepared person having a good experience...

  23. I quit nursing school

    amjowens replied to curiousrainbowfan's topic in General Students

    I think pre-nursing students should work a month or so as a nurse aide before NS, as a requirement. Though nursing duties can be very different from aide duties, the one common denominator is the...

  24. Accelerated Nursing Programs

    amjowens replied to courtenia's topic in General Students

    It's nice to hear your honesty about what you feel you don't know. That shows your intelligence and desire to be a competent nurse. I'm sure-with your style-you'll find a way to learn what you need...

  25. How Many Of You Have Ever Said This?

    amjowens replied to VM85's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    There are a lot of options out there to pay for college. I don't have children, but have my tuition paid, plus some left over for living expenses. I did choose to attend a community college, so I...