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  1. Got into Excelsior!

    readytoroll replied to TrickieTam's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just met with the TCN rep (I know, I know, no TCN bashing please) I actually was thinking about going through ISU but he explained the Excelsior program to me and how much faster I can be an RN. I...

  2. Meeting with the TCN Rep in the morning

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Online Distance Learning

    While I understand they are salesmen they do come with valuable information about the programs. He gave me a ton of information to go through and the first thing out of his mouth was "we are a...

  3. Meeting with the TCN Rep in the morning

    readytoroll replied to readytoroll's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I won't be signing this morning for sure. Thank you all for the solid advice. I am just ready for him to get here and get this over with! I have read through all the posts I can find on this website...

  4. A little off topic.....anyone else sick?

    readytoroll replied to cherrybreeze's topic in General Nursing

    I had it and so did my hubby. I recovered fairly quickly but the hubby got bronchitis, it was

  5. Approved but not Accredited?

    readytoroll replied to ICantWait!'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    It is provisionally accepted by the board pending full approval so it should be fine, but if you are still concerned about call the BON they should be able to clear it up for you

  6. Son wants to be a CRNA, but wants his ears guaged

    readytoroll replied to topher-67's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree with this! I went to school in the south. Two girls in my class had tiny tattoos on the insides of their wrists and had to cover them, we could only wear one pair of tiny studs if...

  7. Scrubs that won't make me look like a blimp...

    readytoroll replied to CanuckStudent's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    As a "fat old lady" who also happens to be very curvy, I can understand where the OP is coming from. I don't wear my scrubs "tight" (might scare the natives) but I want them to fit. Nothing makes a...

  8. Warning - excelsior students

    readytoroll replied to robertjankowski's topic in Online Distance Learning

    There are several states that require working as an RN for x number of hours (usually between 500 and 1000) before endorsing Excelsior graduates. It is supposedly to take the place of the clinical...

  9. Yet anther ISU question...

    readytoroll replied to raebabelvn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for the advice Corr. Can you elaborate on the three day recession process (is that the buyers remorse clause?) I obtained my associates degree in Accounting from UMUC via distance learning. It...

  10. Yet anther ISU question...

    readytoroll replied to raebabelvn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    There is still an affiliation but it isn't a must that you use TCN. I believe that's a change from before. I am just torn about meeting with the guy (with all the bad publicity) I am not signing...

  11. Med Errors and Job satisfaction (or disatisfaction).

    readytoroll replied to Katie5's topic in General Nursing

    I learned from a CMA (I am a brand newLPN) at my first and only job so far that writing the patients last name or room number on the med cup will save you from giving the wrong meds if you have to...

  12. Yet anther ISU question...

    readytoroll replied to raebabelvn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I have a meeting with the TCN guy on Thursday. I am wondering if I should skip it then?? Did you meet with TCN? How well written are the syllabi? Also if anyone knows, does ISU accept Excelsior exam...

  13. 100k in debt after school!?

    readytoroll replied to Btran's topic in LPN to RN

    That makes me nauseated just thinking about it! Please find another way, you have given them enough of your

  14. Yet anther ISU question...

    readytoroll replied to raebabelvn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The ISU website says that IF you fail the exam you must buy the TCN guides to retake it. You are not obligated to buy them right away. Also, just a little devils advocate here, but how is ISU telling...

  15. 100k in debt after school!?

    readytoroll replied to Btran's topic in LPN to RN

    Even if you are in the rare state that doesn't care about you being in default (I don't know which ones those would be) If a facility accepts medicaid/medicare/VA etc etc they can't legally hire...

  16. 100k in debt after school!?

    readytoroll replied to Btran's topic in LPN to RN

    You can do the LPN to BSN at ISU online for around 25k (if you have ZERO prerequisites) I'd go with the advice you've been given and find a different route toward your RN. That's just way to much debt...

  17. LPN-to-RN Programs

    readytoroll replied to asoonernurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    https://allnurses.com/newreply.php?do=newreply&p=3905600"Excelsior College graduates, like other out-of-state graduates, must meet the requirements set forth in California Business and Professions...

  18. excelsior college

    readytoroll replied to bringtherain's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Actually GA reversed their decision and now just have some additional requirements. Also CA allows endorsement of Excelsior grads on a case by case basis, depending on experience as an RN in another...

  19. LPN-to-RN Programs

    readytoroll replied to asoonernurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Florida's only stipulation for Excelsior is that you must've been an LPN at the time of application. Excelsior has all special stipulations for the different states listed on their

  20. Am i too old to start aiming for a nursing career

    readytoroll replied to rompril's topic in General Nursing

    I was 33 when I started, the oldest person in our class was 56. It's never too late. Most people have more than one career, go for it and keep us

  21. Just passed boards, but graduated 3years ago!!!

    readytoroll replied to xLovelyMakeupx's topic in General Nursing

    I work with a nurse who wasn't active for around 15 years. He took a review class. You can contact your state board of nursing for information. A good simple reference book to carry is the pocket LPN,...

  22. You know that you are dating/married to a nurse

    readytoroll replied to mydee's topic in Nursing Humor

    I do that too, but my hubby can't complain. He does the same thing with Military

  23. Words you never dreamed you would say as a nurse...

    readytoroll replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in school, my instructor told us that urinals in WWII were called ducks because they were actually shaped like ducks. IF you can find an image of an old metal urinal you will see what I am...

  24. How would an employer view me?

    readytoroll replied to xXCaribbeanDiamondXx's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It all depends on the area! I graduated July 1st, moved from Florida to New Mexico on August 1st, got my license on August 25th and started my new job on September 2nd. It can be done. One thing I...

  25. Need to purchase a book to brush up on my pharm. Help!

    readytoroll replied to starbucksnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I used straight A's in Pharmacology. Great