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    LPN program in a technical school?

    freesia29 replied to Ridge AB's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have heard the same as Iridescent Orchid as well, and I also go to a tech college for LPN program that offers a bridge into the RN program. I have heard from several people that LPN's do have more...
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    Survived first Semester of nursing school

    freesia29 replied to Juryizout's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Today is my last day of the first quarter....I am in the part time program so it is 6 quarters long.....but what I relief to have 3 weeks off now! We only had 3 clinical days doing CNA skills but in...
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    Lactation Consultant/Specialist

    freesia29 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am a student, waiting to start nursing school in September and I know that I want to get into L&D. My question is, should I use this time while I am waiting to become a lactation consultant?...
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    Do you really need a rolling backpack?

    freesia29 replied to windmill182's topic in General Students

    I already bought a rolling backpack, the A&P book I have was already worth it, it weighs a tonne!!! We had our orientation already, and the instructor told us to bring ALL our books every day....
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    Studying before your program starts?

    freesia29 replied to janiebee's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't start until Sept 20th and I am already reading the texts....I am diving right into the tough stuff...fluids and electrolytes....I figure if I can master that before class starts....It won't be...
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    Bellingham Technical College LPN

    freesia29 replied to heartflutter's topic in Washington Nursing

    Hi! I am currently on the wait list, and should be starting in September, I do have a few friends already in this year. Yes, you are in class the entire time. Or in clinical from 630am-2pm or...
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    starting LPN program in Aug 2011..anyone else?

    freesia29 replied to CNM2B201?'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have been on a waitlist since last summer and should be starting this September. I've been working on the RN bridge pre-reqs while waiting, but it just can't go fast enough for me either!! I too...
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    What are your hospitals policies for calling in sick?

    freesia29 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am still working on pre-reqs but I volunteer at the hospital, and I am just curious what hospital policies are regarding calling in sick? I am not sure how sick do I have to be to call in and cancel...
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    What are your hospitals policies for calling in sick?

    freesia29 replied to freesia29's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked other jobs (not healthcare related) where basically if you weren't dying, you were expected to come to work. (Yes, I've had some pretty lousy bosses.) I guess it really depends on...
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    What are your hospitals policies for calling in sick?

    freesia29 replied to freesia29's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. I guess I just worry about once I am a nurse, and when you get that nagging cough/cold that lasts for weeks. You wouldn't call in sick for weeks
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    Taking classes while waiting??

    freesia29 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    The LPN program I have applied to is a year long wait list, I should be starting in September. This school also offers an RN bridge program, which I plan on doing as well. So, I have been working on...
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    ADN Fall 2011 Hopefuls!!!

    freesia29 replied to VannVann2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am nervous about how the household will fall apart and I will feel overwhelmed to do everything in addition to studying. I plan on filling up the freezer with meals this summer, and may convince my...
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    $8000 for health care aide course???

    freesia29 posted a topic in International Nursing

    Is this really what it costs to an aide in Canada???? Holy moly! My CNA class in the US was $600. If a Canadian takes a US Certified Nursing Assistant class are they able to work in Canada as an...
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    To get the flu shot, or not to get the flu shot...

    freesia29 replied to jordansnapp's topic in General Nursing

    I have also found that I tend to be more ill when I get a flu shot. I have tried about 5 years in the last 10 or so, and every single time I get the shot, I am almost constantly sick all winter long....
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    How should I study for pharmacology? How did you or are you -studying for pharm?

    freesia29 replied to RescueNinja2013's topic in LPN to RN

    This is taken from my schools LPN program for the first quarter on pharmacology, we have to write out all the info on med cards that fit in our pockets during clinicals.... Objective 11- Identify and...
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    My feet hurt!

    freesia29 replied to mo54's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have tried Spiras (the springs in heel and ball of foot) and started having plantar fasciitis pain. Birks make my back hurt (I am overweight and have all 5 lumbar discs bulging). Orthaheels help...
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    Rolling luggage as 'back pack' Haha

    freesia29 replied to NursingStudentYaya's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I broke down and bought one while taking A&P, that book so darn heavy, and they told me in the bookstore all the nursing students use them because of all the heavy books....so why not? Might as...
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    How much was your LPN/LVN school?

    freesia29 replied to tempestxoxo's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Bellingham Technical College in Bellingham, WA for the LPN program is about a 1 year wait once you complete your pre-reqs, and the cost will be about
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    Being forced to rethink my views on fibromyalgia

    freesia29 replied to casi's topic in General Nursing

    My sister was dx with fibro a few years ago, but she refuses to take meds for it. She went to a naturopath, who put her on a detox diet, and within a month, she felt almost 100% better. It's of...
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    ADN Fall 2011 Hopefuls!!!

    freesia29 replied to VannVann2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My school doesn't send out letters until end of May!! Uggghhhhh....she did however tell me I had a 90% chance of getting into the part time program for Sept and less than 50% chance for full time...
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    $8000 for health care aide course???

    freesia29 replied to freesia29's topic in International Nursing

    http://www.mticc.com/English/Programs/HealthCare/Resident-Care-Attendant-Assisted-Living-Diploma.aspx Yup! Here it is for a 30 week program. Do nursing homes offer training in Canada like they do in...
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    $8000 for health care aide course???

    freesia29 replied to freesia29's topic in International Nursing

    I thought so too! That was CDI college in Vancouver, I think Douglas college was still $3000.....that still seems awfully high when I took it here for $600 in Bellingham WA....maybe we have to see if...
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    Nurse Aides Market?

    freesia29 posted a topic in International Nursing

    How is the market for nurse aides/Health care aides in the Vancouver area? I live just south of the border and there are a lot of postings here in the Bellingham area, but I am having trouble finding...
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    Nurse Aides Market?

    freesia29 replied to freesia29's topic in International Nursing

    Thanks! I have been in the US now for 7 years and don't know the proper names in Canada......I think it's easier here with it just being "nursing assistant".....thanks
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    Med Tech in a Nursing Home?

    freesia29 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi! What exactly does a Med Tech do in an assisted living facility? I've seen a few job postings for them lately. Thanks!