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  1. Cannot get into RN school cuz I went to Special Ed

    Bean79 replied to WoofyMutt80's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I am really sorry you have to go through this. It seems really unfair especially since you completed all of the pre-reqs for your program. Although you already have a diploma and that "should" be good...

  2. SPC in Tampa RN Requirements?

    Bean79 replied to NewGoalRN's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hey CC.. Yes unfortunately I have to work through out school as well. I have been working at the clinic at bayfront, but was able to apply for a transfer, so I will be working as a PCT throughout...

  3. SPC in Tampa RN Requirements?

    Bean79 replied to NewGoalRN's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hey CC I just got accepted into PTEC October 23rd class too! I am also going to be working on finishing up on pre-reqs through SPC while in school for LPN. I work at Bayfront right now and apparently...

  4. Anyone attending Galen school of nursing, St petersburg/Tampa????

    Bean79 replied to flower2007's topic in Florida Nursing

    Yes they are going to a more competetive format and they did mention that they are thinking about having only two classes a year. But, they have not done this yet. As it stands they still have plans...

  5. What's the best way to get a nursing degree in Tampa?

    Bean79 replied to mrsz1968's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am sort of in your boat, but chose to go the LPN route. But there is no "right" answer to your question. In the Tampa area the choices for RN programs are a bit limited. There is HCC which you know...

  6. Why Cant I Find A LPN Program In SWFlorida?

    Bean79 replied to messiecake's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hey there, I was looking at the Florida Board of Nursing programs and there were a couple that may be a possibility. Lee County High Technical Center Central Campus is in Ft Myers according to their...

  7. questions about IM injections

    Bean79 replied to IngyRN's topic in General Nursing

    From what I understand you are supposed to pinch or hold the deltoid muscle when giving an IM injection. In a sense you are isolating muscle and pulling it away from the bone. Less risk of hitting...

  8. Anyone attending Galen school of nursing, St petersburg/Tampa????

    Bean79 replied to flower2007's topic in Florida Nursing

    Why dont you apply to PTEC (Pinellas Tech). St pete campus doesnt have a waiting list but there is an admissions process. You dont need pre-reqs just pas the two entrance tests. Tuition, books, and...

  9. nursing school and pledging

    Bean79 replied to meyun06's topic in General Nursing

    Well I never did nursing when I was in school, but several of my sorority sisters were in nursing. I would say that for the pledges who were pursuing nursing, it was very challenging and they had to...

  10. ALL CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL- St. Petersburg/Tampa Area

    Bean79 replied to NURSESTAR's topic in Florida Nursing

    I just moved to St Petersburg in February and work right next door to All children's at Bayfront Medical Center. I really enjoy this area. These hospitals are right downtown so its great for when the...

  11. Pay rate for Lpn's in Dr.s office in Tampa??

    Bean79 replied to hopefulGVN's topic in Florida Nursing

    I cant completely be helpful in answering your question since I work as a Medical Assistant in the Tampa Bay area, but am working toward my LPN. However, I do know that on average LPNs probably make...

  12. Please Help...You nurses are going to kill me!

    Bean79 replied to yuyu75's topic in General Nursing

    If you want to be a nurse, then go for it!!! I have had counselors try to discourage me too in my college career, and for a while it worked. I wasnt that strong when I started college in 1997. I...

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

    Bean79 replied to Vivy's topic in General Students

    I understand starting from scratch. Like I said, I am 29 and starting all over (have psych degree, tired of that field). I am in the process of waiting for acceptance into school. (yikes!) I also...

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

    Bean79 replied to Vivy's topic in General Students

    First of all, You are not old! I just turned 29, and I think I am still young. Granted, I wish I could be done before I am 30, but I know it will be later than that and i am ok with that. Second, I...

  15. Looking for LPN school in Tampa Bay area

    Bean79 replied to MissJLG's topic in General Students

    Hey! I live in the St petersburg area, but used to live in Tampa. I know that in Tampa Erwin Technical Center has an LPN program. Their next classes do not start until next year and their next evening...

  16. Teas Test

    Bean79 replied to mskitty23's topic in General Nursing

    I personally did not study for the TEAS test and scored well. But there were a few areas that I could see would cause issues if they are problem areas already. Some things are very basic, but as you...