LPN_2005/RN_10

LPN_2005/RN_10

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  1. Using only the textbooks to study

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to GeauxNursing's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I found the textbooks distracting....and intimidating, and stuck with Study Group 101 and Lisa Arends notes. I can even take the notes to work without hauling around heavy books. I also use the...

  2. VA's

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to bjaeram's topic in Emergency

    I wasn't trying to attack you. Just defending the system that I work for. I really don't want to turn this into an argumentive thread. But it did seem like you was doubtful of the care that all VA...

  3. VA's

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to bjaeram's topic in Emergency

    Your comment about all VA hospital staff are "dumb" is very unfair! I work at one of the major VAs and we receive pts that the smaller surrounding VAs don't have the resources or certain staff to take...

  4. How to deal with insensitive coworkers?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thak you for your comment! Yes, I'm working with supposedly women and men. Now, I know that RNs are a highly valuable member of the health care team, but the way some RNs act, they believe they are...

  5. How to deal with insensitive coworkers?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm an LPN currently enrolled in Excelsior College to obtain my RN, hopefully soon. I'm really proud of being an LPN and take my job duties very seriously and give my all everyday that I'm at work. My...

  6. How to deal with insensitive coworkers?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for the reply! They haven't brought up anymore insensitive meanings for LPN since they've seen that it really upset me the last time they made those comments. But I know to ignore anymore...

  7. Got a date for July 31 @ St. Mary's in Madison! Took about 4 months from application

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to tater.jake's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations and Good luck! I live in Wisconsin and hope to either get the Madison or Racine site, since I've heard very good things about those 2 sites. Did you just apply to the Madison site or...

  8. Need Help With Establishing An Excelsior Study Plan

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to pebbles57's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I work full-time 2nd shift, so that allowed me to study for a few hours before work without being tired and stressed out. I did not use any Excelsior

  9. Need Help With Establishing An Excelsior Study Plan

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to pebbles57's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I used Lisa Arends notes, Study Group 101 notes, Excelsior study exams, and NCLEX-RN Made Incredibly Easy review book for the Nursing Concepts exams. I've studied for 3-4 weeks, 2-3 hours a day. I've...

  10. How to deal with insensitive coworkers?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I thank all of you for your comments. It's very hard to ignore mean-spirited comments about my job title, especially since I've sacrificed alot and worked so hard just to get my LPN. But I'll...

  11. Excelsior Transitions exam

    LPN_2005/RN_10 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've scheduled the Transition to the Registered Professional Nurse Role exam in 2 weeks. I'm using Lisa Arends notes and the Excelsior practice exams. For those of you who took the exam, did the...

  12. transferring excelsior nursing courses to traditional program

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to joeyjohnlee's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Don't give up on your Excelsior education, especially since you've made it so far! Have your hospital HR or whoever told you that they won't accept your degree to research Excelsior for themselves, if...

  13. StudyGroup101 Materials

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to R0xyg4l's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've used Study Guide 101 notes for Chronicity, Reproductive Health, Lifespan 1, but Lisa Arends notes were more organized and useful for Lifespan 2 & 3 and now for my studying for Transition to...

  14. Excelsior Transitions exam

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've studied for 3 weeks for the Repro exam and used the Excelsior practice exams, Study Group 101 notes, and the NCLEX-RN Made Incredibly Easy book to study, and got an

  15. Discouraged new LPN

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to ALawson's topic in General Nursing

    Which city, state are you located? LPN positions are readily available, even for new grads, depending on your location. I live in Milwaukee, WI and most nursing homes are hiring LPNs on the spot....

  16. Health Differences Across the Lifespan 3

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank ya'll for the advice, especially about knowing the meds! I usually don't spend too much time on the meds, only what the practice exams mention, and usually get by with passing on the previous...

  17. Health Differences Across the Lifespan 3

    LPN_2005/RN_10 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've been reading alot about the Nursing Concepts 6 exam and how the practice exams were very helpful in passing the real exam, since it was so close in content. I was wondering if it was the same for...

  18. Excelsior Practice Exams

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I passed the Heath Differences 2 exam with a B!!!! On to HD3! Thanks for those of you who gave me confidence to take this

  19. Excelsior Practice Exams

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm actually taking the test tomorrow April 15. My nerves are a little more calm since reading the replies I've received. I've been taking and passing an exam every 3 weeks using Study Group 101 notes...

  20. LPN/RN bridge with DLSII.

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to sinexworldwide's topic in LPN to RN

    The college network is a test preparation business. They will sell you there study guides that is supposed to guarantee that you'll pass the Excelsior College exams. The College Network is not an...

  21. LPN/RN bridge with DLSII.

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to sinexworldwide's topic in LPN to RN

    I believe that program sells study materials, not an actual school. Its similar to RUE and The College Network. It sells study guides to help you earn credits towards an actual college you're enrolled...

  22. Excelsior Practice Exams

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've been doing pretty well on the past 4 exams: Health Safety(B), Chronicity(B), Reproductive Health(A), Health Differences Across the Lifespan 1(A); and I've used the practice exams for all of them,...

  23. Excelsior Practice Exams

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for replying! I'm feeling better knowing that with the practice exams, I'll have a better chance at passing this exam. I'll just have to keep my nerves in

  24. Excelsior Practice Exams

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi FLNurseGal, thanks for replying! I've been using the practice exams along with Study Group 101 notes to pass the previous 4 Excelsior exams, but reading on Excelsior's discussion board about...

  25. VA Scholarship?

    LPN_2005/RN_10 replied to success78's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.va.gov/jobs/job_benefits/continue_edu.asp#student This is a link to the va scholarship