Lola89 LPN, LVN

Hello Everyone, I recently applied for a care manager position and completed the automated screening interview. This was 20 days ago. When I log in it still states "Screening Tests In progress". Because I have not heard back, can I just assume that...

Hi, I just had to reply to your post as I just left my med-surg job after being there for 7 months for my dream job in OB. I really did not enjoy med-surg, we worked with 7-8 pts on nights and this was a small rural hospital! anyways. Although th...

I started working at a hospital because I felt that I would not be gaining any real RN experience at a clinic and boy do I wish I actually worked at a clinic. I can go into all the reasons why I don't like floor nursing but that is for another post....

Hello everyone! I took 3 semesters of Chemistry as an undergrad. Fundamental Chemistry, Organic Chem 1 & 2. I took these classes in Spring '97, Fall '97 and Spring '98. By the time that I apply to BSN programs it will be more than 10 years sinc...

Hello, I was wondering how did you both go about applying? Did you just submit your application online or did you go in person? I have been applying there like crazy and have not heard a beep. Thank you!

Hi there. I would say to not give up! I recommend doing 200 Qs a day, look at rationales. Write down the stuff that you got wrong, before going to bed...read over it. Do the LaCharity book!! sooo helpful. Pick 2-3 sources, stick to those. If yo...

I am a new grad interested in Women's health jobs. I wanted to know if it is necessary to get some certifications like EFM to make me a more attractive canditate or do you think that it doesn't matter since the job might provide me with those certif...

Thank you for the replies, good to know.

I worked in corporate america for 9 years. I am not sure what everyone is talking about here, but there as much backstabbing in corporate america as in healthcare. I met quite a few who had a "god" complex. You think doctors are annoying, at least ...

tuahla, it is so funny that you mentioned how your personality might be better suited for a job behind a computer because that's what i did for 9 years! and I hated it. I posted earlier on this thread about how shy I am. Nursing is so diverse, ther...

Hi there, I am currently a nursing student, I saw this post a couple of days ago and I at the time I couldn't replied so I sent myself the link to reply later. I too suffer from this embarrassing condition and I too wondered the exact same thing you...

I am also a student, you probably want to hear from experience nurses. But these are my thoughts. You got your med error over with! They say that everyone makes mistakes, if you haven't then you wonder when it will be your turn. This was your turn ...

Congratulations!! I was wondering if you could give more details about the NLN pharm exam? How did you prepare? Did you take the practice test? If so, was that helpful. Sorry for all the questions but I am very curious as I am looking to apply t...

Thank you! Didn't know that you could get the kindle reader for Mac, just downloaded it and got the Kaplan RN. Wooo hooo! I love free stuff :) tkm2005, the picture of the book says PN review but the one that downloads is the RN review, just click int...

Hi everyone. Thanks for putting up this post. I am also a very shy person as well. I am full of anxiety before beginning my clinicals. I have been told time and time again throughout my life that I need to speak up, you are too quiet, etc. I have...

That is a beautiful story. Thanks for sharing it. It's good to take the time to point out the positives in this field, so easy to get caught up in the negatives. Stories like this make me realize that I'm making the right choice to go into nursi...

Hello everyone, I was recently in a study session with some of classmates for a Microbiology class. We started talking about nursing in general and I jokingly said we are going to be professional a$$ wipers! (btw, I was just joking no need to comment...

Hey BemoreCRNP, I have a question for you. So you went to a direct entry program, from BSN to MSN without prior nursing experience..correct? I'm just curious because I am planning on doing the same soon, and I always wondered how are these types of...

Hello everyone! I am looking to apply for programs beginning in Fall of 2010 and like many of you, I am concerned with the high tuition costs of some of these programs hence my decision to apply to SUNY dowstate. But reading all these negative posts...

Hello everyone! I am interested in pursuing nursing as a 2nd degree. I currently work in a field completely unrelated to health care so needless to say I have no healthcare experience. I started volunteering at a hospital assisting with the patien...

Hello everyone, I understand that a patient care technician is more qualified than a CNA due to EKG and Phlebotomy certifications. But in terms of jobs what is the difference, how do the duties differ? When searching for a job, do they specify if a...

I called the Manhattan Institute today and they told me that their program is $1199!! Did they raise their prices?! That's a bit expensive but it's the only one that can fit into my schedule. I'll be going to the the Mandl School of allied health nex...

Hello everyone, I am looking for CNA programs in NYC. Preferrably in Manhattan or the Bronx. I already tried contacting several programs but they are not working with my current schedule and other commitments. I have looked through BCC, Lehman an...

YouTube has some videos on Anatomy, some instructor guy explaining certain processes. Look it up. Might help to hear the material expressed differently.

I took my first test and I got an A!!!! I'm so happy, I studied so hard! yay!!