RNBearColumbus

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  1. Which one is better team RN's out there: Chancellor's or Sheri Preparation?

    RNBearColumbus replied to Flightmed123's topic in Excelsior College

    I went to the Chancellors workshop about 3 weeks before CPNE. It was GREAT. Small class ( Total of 6 students max for each session...) LOTS of hands on experience with the labs, a full week of...

  2. Ohio grads

    RNBearColumbus replied to icalltheshots123's topic in Excelsior College

    Yes. It is misinformation. I graduated from EC on May 21, took NCLEX on June 7, and received my Ohio license on June 9. There is no problem in Ohio with

  3. offer letter

    RNBearColumbus replied to TXRN roxie's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't worry :) I just got hired for a new RN job, and it took just a little over a week from the date the recruiter told me I was hired for the offer letter to get to me. If it's a big company,...

  4. CPNE

    RNBearColumbus replied to kaylynn1987's topic in Excelsior College

    Current wait time from CPNe application acceptance to actual CPNE date is currently 7-12 months. It can be longer depending on which sites you indicated that you would be willing to go to. Many...

  5. LTC/SNF Nurse Making Jump to Acute Care: Advice?

    RNBearColumbus posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've been working in LTC / SNF since becoming a LPN in 2005. I completed my RN this last spring, and just accepted a position at an acute care hospital. So I'm asking those of you that my have done...

  6. LTC/SNF Nurse Making Jump to Acute Care: Advice?

    RNBearColumbus replied to RNBearColumbus's topic in General Nursing

    That's awesome advice HeySis. Thank you. I admit to being excited about taking the next step in my career, but also a little terrified. . But I think that's a good thing. I know there will be a...

  7. LTC/SNF Nurse Making Jump to Acute Care: Advice?

    RNBearColumbus replied to RNBearColumbus's topic in General Nursing

    Anybody?

  8. Interview for SNF, nervous!

    RNBearColumbus replied to BabyFood26's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I'm willing to bet that I know exactly what building that was. It's an assisted living building right? If you want to work in that part of the area, there are two other buildings (Both LTC / SNF)...

  9. Interview for SNF, nervous!

    RNBearColumbus replied to BabyFood26's topic in Ohio Nursing

    SNF / LTC pay for LPNs in the Columbus area is usually 19.00 - 21.00 / hour, depending on the facility. Some offer shift differentials for nights / evenings. I worked in two different facilities as...

  10. Fear of losing my license

    RNBearColumbus replied to Aryea, LVN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    No, not all LTC / SNF facilitate are like this. There are good ones out there. ( I work at one of the good ones.). And YOU would not lose YOUR license because of the inappropriate actions of another...

  11. Conflicted About Next Step

    RNBearColumbus posted a topic in Nursing Career

    First, a little background: I've been a nurse in LTC / SNF for the last 11 years. Completed my RN and passed NCLEX at he beginning of June. I have ben working at the same facility for the last 5...

  12. Are state surveys conducted on weekends?

    RNBearColumbus replied to 2737's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Last survey in our building started at 7:00PM on a Sunday. Mothers Day. I was so glad to be off work for the next three

  13. How long is the LVN to ADN step up program?

    RNBearColumbus replied to Rice_in_Space's topic in General Nursing

    Which program? Which school? There are a ton of LPN to ADN programs out there. Might want to give some specifics so you can get an

  14. Ohio board of nursing

    RNBearColumbus replied to Rn 1979's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The Ohio Board has been converting their license system to a new system. They were unable to process new licenses or applications from around June 27 until July 1. And then there was a holiday thrown...

  15. Question of my ability to make right choice

    RNBearColumbus replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Actually, it IS possible to care for that number of patients in a long term setting, and still do everything the right way. What you need to realize is that in a long term setting, you don't NEED to...

  16. New LPN and dismissive nurse manager-Help!

    RNBearColumbus replied to KareBearKarez's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Let me apologize in advance if what I'm about to write comes off as judgmental or mean. I certainly don't mean it that way, and I truly want to

  17. How long did it take you to take the NCLEX?

    RNBearColumbus replied to whatwasithinking75's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    75 questions, 50 minutes. Used UWorld and NCLEX RN Mastery. (I had access to ATI but found it less than

  18. Question of my ability to make right choice

    RNBearColumbus replied to Fireflynurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What are you seeing at your most recent job that makes you fear for your professional

  19. Being Evicted from the Nursing Home? Hunh?

    RNBearColumbus replied to traumaRUs's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I read that same article this morning. I can only recall 3 instances where a patient in a NH where I worked was transferred / discharged. All were cases where the facility could not care for the...

  20. Why is it so hard to find a job?

    RNBearColumbus replied to JFLEURIM's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You will use all of your skills working in long term care / skilled nursing / rehab. You will start IVs, do wound care (including wound vacs) , give meds by every route, etc. You will also develop...

  21. Help with Cpne

    RNBearColumbus replied to kaylynn1987's topic in Excelsior College

    I went to the Chancellors Care Plan lab class about 3 weeks before I took the CPNE, and it was instrumental in my passing on my first attempt. The Chancellors lab will walk you through each lab...

  22. How to respond when residents say "I love you" (in a family way)

    RNBearColumbus replied to Live.Love.Nurse.♡'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Here are some (in my opinion) more neutral responses: "Aww, aren't you sweet!" "Aww. I think you're special too!" "Aww.. You're gonna make me blush!" "Aww.. Thank you!"

  23. atheism religion and religious hospitals

    RNBearColumbus replied to CalicoKitty's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    This is even funnier when you realize that St. Anthony is the patron saint of lost

  24. Massachusetts nurse needs help!

    RNBearColumbus replied to Green-eyedNurse's topic in Excelsior College

    One and a half years ago I was EXACTLY where you are now. I had one exam left, then the FCCA, and finally the CPNE. And I was scared %$#&less about taking the CPNE. But I told myself that I had...

  25. What are my chances? Advice from experienced LPN/LVN appreciated!

    RNBearColumbus replied to juwajulia's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wrong. LPN programs require college level course work. Courses in Anatomy and physiology, chemistry, microbiology, etc., in addition to college level courses in english, psychology and human growth...