heathert_kc

heathert_kc

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  1. lpn to rn

    heathert_kc replied to doris101u's topic in LPN to RN

    I looked into it, but opted for an on campus program, way 'easier' and cheaper. My suggestion to you is the search this site good and well, prior to signing any commitments with the college network....

  2. Now that I am an RN, is it stupid to apply for LPN position

    heathert_kc replied to heathert_kc's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    In fact I applied to an RN position with them but as of yet, no word. I was told that they gave all resumes and application to unit

  3. LPN to RN pay.

    heathert_kc replied to gagirl1124's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Firstly, if a hospital is where you want to be eventually, start applying ASAP, as you won't be a new grad forever and some hospital, at least where i live, rarely if ever want to take a chance on a...

  4. HELP: pay raise?? to negotiate or accept?

    heathert_kc posted a topic in General Nursing

    Okay so I just learned I passed my RN boards and I have been an LPN for almost 3 years. For more than 2 of those years I have worked in a really great newer ltc facility. That offers average or...

  5. HELP: pay raise?? to negotiate or accept?

    heathert_kc replied to heathert_kc's topic in General Nursing

    okay, I really like it there, have had good evals, and an overall good experience. I just did not know if it was appropriate to at least ask if it was

  6. What is keeping New Grads/less experienced Nurses from being hired and solutions?

    heathert_kc replied to ceebeeRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Definitely a variety of things and it varies depending upon the type of facility. In LTC there is definitely a shift toward using a lot of lpns, and minimizinf RN use just for the sake of what is...

  7. Tattoo??

    heathert_kc replied to beff's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    cover it! and be sure to opt for long sleeves for your

  8. Need advice on which job to choose as a new grad..........

    heathert_kc replied to Sherbi5's topic in Nursing Career

    As a soon to be new grad myself (dec. 2011) I would be concerned about working in a rural community hospital just from what I have seen in my clinicals (which were mostly at the local rural hospitals)...

  9. How soon can I get my RN?

    heathert_kc replied to JaceyA.'s topic in LPN to RN

    Think everyone above is spot on, if you did not need more education than there would not be any difference between LPN and RN. I always recommend that you not limit yourself by saying you can't do...

  10. is the lpn-RN mobility exam by HESI difficult

    heathert_kc replied to tate smith's topic in LPN to RN

    I am guessing they are just using the comprehensice LPN hesi exam, as an extrance exam. My program uses the hesi and after I was accepted to the second year of a 1+1 program they had me come take the...

  11. Could this be my specialty??

    heathert_kc posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    First off I want to say that I have tremendous respect for what Youu guys do. I have worked as an LPN for 2 years in LTC, did some home health as both a nurse and a CNA. Needless to say I have seen my...

  12. Resigned with a text message!

    heathert_kc replied to Hospice Nurse LPN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    As irresponsible and frustrating as that is, it is one of those things you can almost laugh about... mostly out of disbelief that a grown 'professional' would do such a thing. Working in long term...

  13. Need guidance.

    heathert_kc replied to sherri14's topic in LPN to RN

    I considered doing something like that at one point, the distance learning stuff, but just felt like I was being conned the more I talked to the sales guy. Plus my state wouldn't allow me to be...

  14. which on line RN-BSN would be best

    heathert_kc replied to surgicalcap's topic in General Nursing

    Technically there are some rn-msn programs where you can go straight from an associates to a masters, but they will take you about the same amount of time as a RN-BSN and BSN-MSN in most cases and...

  15. Do people with COPD have compromised immune systems?

    heathert_kc replied to Poi Dog's topic in General Nursing

    Other than potentially drug therapy the distruction of the cilia then hypersecretion of mucus manifested by the disease disrupts and puts strain on the damaged mucociliary transport which certainly...

  16. Wage question for LPN's

    heathert_kc replied to berkleylpn's topic in General Nursing

    I have never worked in a clinic as an LPN so not sure I can compare the two, but I have gotten a higher wage as a PRN in assisted living though it was in the city. Hope someone here can help you and...

  17. Could this be my specialty??

    heathert_kc replied to heathert_kc's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Thank you for your input. Yes we have done a fair amount of care planning and covering management of various aspects of patient care. Though I know that no matter what is gone over in class it will...

  18. Wage question for LPN's

    heathert_kc replied to berkleylpn's topic in General Nursing

    Have you not been practicing or is AL just a new environment for you? I don't have nearly as much experience as an LPN but from what I have seen some facilities especially those that are older, more...

  19. Pre req class for lpn to rn

    heathert_kc replied to cpomponeau's topic in LPN to RN

    You definitely want to look at the programs in your area and one you might want to apply to because it varies a great deal. There are a few classes that ought to be a given (like at least one semester...

  20. Heart Pounder

    heathert_kc replied to tucker144's topic in General Nursing

    Well, it was a terrible commute... which I got tired of quick. Plus it required me to work rotating 12 hour shifts. I liked the 12 hour shifts and shorter week, but the rotating schedule made going...

  21. Heart Pounder

    heathert_kc replied to tucker144's topic in General Nursing

    Well congrats on the job. I never saw myself working LTC either, but I work for the most amazing facility: good company, they treat us well, matched my prison pay, good nurse to pt ratio, and best of...

  22. Heart Pounder

    heathert_kc replied to tucker144's topic in General Nursing

    Did you mean that you think that I am a lt colonel?? I am no lieutenant anything, considered military service at one point, but I am still young so who knows. LTC stands for the most common place of...

  23. Job Predicament- Need Advice!

    heathert_kc replied to ernbot's topic in General Nursing

    I want to know where you live that there are so many opportunities for new graduates in the NICU?? You just have to look at all of the pros and cons. Remember that turning down a position from option...

  24. wrist cuffs? how accurate?

    heathert_kc replied to beatrice1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I work in LTC and I too use a wrist B/P cuff or our facility's dinamap. Yes I personally think that a manual cuff is best, and I do use one if I get a reading that is grossly out of range for a...

  25. Heart Pounder

    heathert_kc replied to tucker144's topic in General Nursing

    The best all around exam review that just about everyone recommended to me was kaplan, they have in person or interactive online courses. They are about 14 hours classes with tons of review questions....