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  1. In NJ and want to become a nurse...but totally confused!!

    pixieshmoo posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi there, I'm new to this forum as of 5 minutes ago! I thought I knew what I wanted but the more research I do, the more confused I become. I'm from NJ, I am desperate to change careers from the...

  2. Lpn...rn...surgical Tech...totally Confused

    pixieshmoo posted a topic in General Nursing

    I started posting on here in the LPN section because ultimately my goal is/was to become an RN. However, I also heard that LPN is a route that I may want to consider first, as nursing school isn't...

  3. Surgical Techs/OR Techs in New Jersey

    pixieshmoo posted a topic in General Nursing

    Anyone on here a Surgical Tech/OR Tech? Would you care to tell me how you like your work, the type of pay, the type of hours, etc.? In my route to becoming an RN, I think I may go this route first,...

  4. Surgical Techs/OR Techs in New Jersey

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I did it! I applied to a community college (a few mile drive, but it's accredited and worth it). I got accepted! Of course, I got accepted because right now I'm enrolled in the Assoc. in...

  5. Surgical Techs/OR Techs in New Jersey

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    I have one more question. Was the school you went to accredited? My problem is that near me, none of the schools are accredited by CAAHEP. There are two business schools right near me that offer...

  6. Surgical Techs/OR Techs in New Jersey

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so

  7. Am I "too old" to change careers?!

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    Just wanted to thank naturallystrawberry for going out of your way to join just to respond to my thread!!! I appreciate it and take comfort in knowing I am not the only one out there in this...

  8. Am I "too old" to change careers?!

    pixieshmoo posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have posted in the LPN/LVN section of this forum as well, but I'm still in search of as many opinions and as much information that I can gather. I ask if I'm "too old" not in the sense of age, as I...

  9. Am I "too old" to change careers?!

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    Oh LMAO! Thank you guys for your responses, they are all much appreciated!! Thank you for the laughs as well too. I am in the process of teaching my kids responsibility and how to help out around...

  10. Am I "too old" to change careers?!

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    Ps. Are there any jobs I can get myself into in the hospital or doctor office field where I can at least get a foot in and then attend school? I want out of the legal field and don't know how to get...

  11. LPN salaries in New Jersey

    pixieshmoo posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Anybody have input as to what an LPN makes in New Jersey? What about an RN with Associates or RN with Bachelors, just out of

  12. In NJ and want to become a nurse...but totally confused!!

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you and yes, I've researched on bls.gov.!! Actually, I printed out the whole rundown on RN's from their site lol. I'm still in awe about how many nurses are still NEEDED in the healthcare...

  13. What was your job before you became a nurse?

    pixieshmoo replied to rn4ever?'s topic in General Nursing

    While I'm still researching schools and struggling with the whole Surgical Tech/LPN-RN thing and what to do, I am a legal secretary. I love the field of Law, however, I'm not in any exciting field....

  14. Lpn...rn...surgical Tech...totally Confused

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in General Nursing

    WitchRN, What area are you from? I know here too, in NJ, LPNs are not as in demand. Well, I shouldn't say that. They are, but they're more for care facilities. Hospitals don't really hire them and...

  15. LPN to RN

    pixieshmoo posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've noticed a lot of people on here talking about being an LPN and going for their RN online. How hard is that? Do many hospitals/doctors/facilities accept people who earn their degree online as...

  16. In NJ and want to become a nurse...but totally confused!!

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Pagandeva, You are a big help, thank you. Considering we're both in the same metro area I figure a lot of what you tell me probably applies to NJ as well. I'm quite shocked to read what you've...

  17. LPN salaries in New Jersey

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Ya know, I've been told that the salary difference between an RN with Associates and an RN with Bachelors is basically zip. Not much difference. However, obviously I was also told that having the...

  18. In NJ and want to become a nurse...but totally confused!!

    pixieshmoo replied to pixieshmoo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My goodness, I'm even more confused!!! A waiting list that is 2 years long? Are you kidding me?! Yet everywhere you look, there aren't enough RNs anymore, it's one of the biggest shortages in...