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I was accepted to William Paterson's RN to BSN online program. Looking for feedback good or bad from anyone that attended/graduated from this program. - Is this program doable to complete in 12 months like it advertises? - I know a semester...

I recently completed the LPN to RN program and have been doing phone triage for the past several yrs. My current employer has a pension system and I need less than 1 year to be fully vested in it. Now that I've renewed my clinical skills, I want to ...

I recently completed the LPN to RN challenge program at Brookdale. Unfortunately, I only tested out of 160 and 161 (I hoped to have also tested out of 162, but that didn't happen). I will be taking 162 online evening in the fall. I'd like to know if ...

I'm considering applying to this program. I considered it years ago and didn't bc of cost (at that time it was 19k). Even though it's increased since, I find myself going back to this program. Those of you who have graduated, how is your grade calcul...

I got my LPN license in August (2010) and was hoping I would've been sent a Scope of Practice with it. I've tried to look on the BON's website to see if it's posted on there and it's not. What is posted on there is an algorithm guideline, which doesn...

Does anyone know of any sites that are accredited by NJ for providing CEUs? Of course I'd like to obtain all of my CEUs for free, but if I need to pay for some of them too, that's okay. I found a few sites (ie. advanceweb.com, medscape.com and ceu4...

I've been accepted to start the LPN program at Middlesex County Vocational in February. (I've been applying everywhere like crazy (since there's a waiting list to most programs) and I'm really happy to get into a program finally). Just wanted to see...

Thanks for responding, 2bnurseplease. I saw that posted on the BON's site also. It's very vague and talks about the requirements to open a school, etc. It doesn't go into the scope of practice.

I'm a new grad LPN working in LTC and I got only 1.5 days of orientation. I asked for more time and on the 3rd day, they had me orienting with a new grad RN; it was our 3rd day for both of us. It was like the blind leading the blind, but we managed...

I'm a new grad (LPN) and have been working on a LTC unit with 25 beds for 2 weeks. I'm still feeling overwhelmed with the amount of meds I have to pass out, but am slowly getting passed it. My question is... how do you balance your med pass to be in ...

I'm in Central NJ and my LTC facility (privately owned) pays the following for new grads: LPN = $25/hr RN = $33/hr CNA = ? Both positions get $1 shift differential and time and a half for holidays (only 3 are recognized as holidays: Thanksgiving, Chr...

Thanks so much EVERYONE!!! You all hit the nail on the head of how my typical day is. I work the morning shift (7-3) and that 3 hr window between 8 and 10 is nuts!! If I'm done with those meds at 11:30, I'm thrilled. But lately it's been 11:45. ...

I'm feeling the same way, luvmydogs84. I, too, am a new grad (LPN) on a LTC unit with 25 patients on my floor. I've only been there 2 weeks and am feeling overwhelmed with the amount of meds I have to pass out. Not sure if I should stay here until ...

Hi Board, I graduated LPN school in June and took and passed my boards in August. I got a job as a Med Nurse on a LTC unit, have been there for only 1 week and am feeling a bit overwhelmed . I was very honest during the interview and told my employer...

I would ask your school if they have any testing modules available through ATI. If they do, they should be able to give you the ID and password. My school made that available to us shortly before we took our exit exams and it helped greatly! Best ...

I did my clinicals at Alameda in Perth Amboy, Raritan Bay (Old Bridge & Perth Amboy), Robert Wood (New Brunswick & Rahway), Summit Oaks Hosp, JFK Hartwyck and St. Peters. The experiences were very good overall, but it also depends on when th...

Hi Everyone, I graduated from Middlesex Cty Vo-Tech's day program this June (2010) and passed my NCLEX on the first try. The program is very good (and stressful), but I did learn a lot. And it is true - you will lose students during your first seme...

Congrats Sky!! I, too, believe you provided us with great advice and encouragement. Just out of curiosity... did you have any previous experience in the medical field? I'm graduating in June and have been pondering on how to do a resume. I have n...

I think the question is straight forward. Are you sure you posted your response in the correct area? He/She already has a BSN (Bachelors of Science in Nursing). Therefore, assuming they've taken and passed the NCLEX, they have their RN license. Once ...

Hi Everyone, I'm interested in Rutgers Accelerated program (the one that starts the end of May) and their website states that when you're applying to complete a fall application. I tried to apply and the accelerated program is not a choice on the app...

I would try your local library. They always have study guides for every test under the sun. If for some reason they don't have your test available, try the state library http://www.njstatelib.org/CyberDesk/Newsletter/Link_2nd_quarter_2005.pdf

Here's a list of schools that offer the certification program: http://www.njssna.org/certificationReq.htm I plan on returning to Kean University once I get my RN. If you decide to enroll in their program, I highly recommend taking any class with Dr....

hi lauren, i know of a professional resume writing service based out of monmouth county, nj. i've never used it, but i have 2 close friends who have and both have said that they would highly recommend him (everyone calls him "resume rob". here's the ...

I'm so glad that I found this thread. These notes are going to come in handy for me in a few weeks!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH for posting this info!!!

I've applied to UCC's LPN program and am now just waiting for a response on my acceptance. I know it's an open college program, however since it's difficult to get into most nursing programs (because of the wait), I don't want to have the mindset th...