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  1. NCLEX QUESTIONS

    SamiRN replied to SamiRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    And we were told tons of pictures, lots of sounds, diagrams etc...I got standard test questions. nothing different from the old

  2. NCLEX QUESTIONS

    SamiRN replied to SamiRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yea i signed it today. Not exact questions, I dont remember questions. I was too frazzeled. I meant with the new format they spoke of.We were told in school it was a brand new test with a ton of...

  3. Took My NCLEX today...

    SamiRN replied to nursetobe28's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    i dont know about the PEarson trick but the next morning(im in Pa) my lpn results were online under the license verification.you know how you check in your state to see if someone has a license? well...

  4. LPN about to take NCLEX-RN

    SamiRN replied to 3LPN2RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow, we sound like the same person. i did the sameexact thing and heard the same thing. I got a 97% chance of passing on the first try according to ATI. I have issues with delegation due to me being...

  5. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    SamiRN replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I take my NCLEX RN tomorrow at 8 am. Im scared but its my own fault, didnt study like i should have. I had no trouble pasisng the NCLEX for my LPN so I sorta blew this one off. Tomorrow I will know...

  6. Bashed for pursuing lpn route

    SamiRN replied to soladylike1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    im done with RN in April. Started as CNA which helped me thru LPN school. Being an LPN has helped me so much thru RN school. Im SO glad I did it this way. Wouldnt change a thing. You do what works for...

  7. LPNs NOT Medicating??

    SamiRN replied to pagandeva2000's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    im confused. i give so many damn meds i wish someone would medicate me. thats all i do! (with the exception of IV push.) we are glorified pill

  8. LPN school: wasted a year of my life

    SamiRN replied to dulcemorena's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I went to community college and not a vo-tech. it took me 18 months to get my degree but i work side by side with vocational nurses that took half the time to get theirs...we have the same job, make...

  9. LPN Duties

    SamiRN replied to Colormyworld's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work agnecy and LTC. When I do agency I am on Med surg units, community nursing,flu clinics,Dr offices etc. My day changes constantly. When I work long term care I do everything but mostly med pass....

  10. Do LVN's really make nothing (minimum wage)?

    SamiRN replied to hcer4507's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I average 600 a week I NEVER work 40 hours.. I wouldnt get out of bed for under 17. Everyone says they cant find a job...beat the foot path, go in and apply. LTC will always need nurses, even if its...

  11. LPN/LVN rate of pay in your area.

    SamiRN replied to Couture_Honey's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work agency.As an LPN in Pittsburgh Pa I make 19-25 an hour. In Daytona Beach Fl I make 22-26 an hour. If I work LTC without going thru the agency its around 18 in Pa and 15 in

  12. 100% pro-life, considering nursing school

    SamiRN replied to Beebop25's topic in General Nursing

    my opinion.... as a nurse you have to put your beliefs away...they have no place in work. There are a lot of things we see and disagree with but that is not our job...We are not to judge. I learned...

  13. Online CPR certification?

    SamiRN replied to southgal's topic in General Nursing

    I know a few people that are CNA's and got their certs online. Not sure of the website but its mandatory to have in order to work the places I do and theirs worked just

  14. Any adrenalin junkies out there?

    SamiRN replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    I am an LPN also, I work agency but cant do ER until I am done with my RN is April....so for now I ride my Harley...it helps

  15. LPN to RN ...Nursing school nightmare

    SamiRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi guys...Im Sami. Ive been an LPN for the last 7 years. I am taking my last 4 classes to get my RN. This is my first semester back after a 7 year break.As an LPN I am licensed in multi states, I...

  16. New Grads and Temp Agencies

    SamiRN replied to ilovenursing2009's topic in General Nursing

    I suggest that everyone start in LTC,,,those jobs are easy to get and the pay is usually good. You will learn the basics of a lot of things. While doing this you can work PRN in the hospital float...

  17. Nursing phrases

    SamiRN replied to oneota's topic in General Nursing

    "Tell me how you really feel"......I usually end up saying that to co-workers when they go on a rant about the facility. "Dont get out of bed without assistance" "What are you yelling for? Use your...

  18. LPN to RN ...Nursing school nightmare

    SamiRN replied to SamiRN's topic in General Nursing

    Classicdame, You are right in everything you said, I know it to be true....problem is biting my tongue. The teacher I have seems to have an issue with my being an LPN. There are just small comments...

  19. What have other nurses done that have freaked you out?

    SamiRN replied to texas_lvn's topic in General Nursing

    Working agency in LTC facility,,,the RN i charge got caught.....licking duragesic patches that were on peoples body!!!! I know many of you have prob heard this done before but I was so grossed out!!!!...

  20. How was your experience in nursing school?

    SamiRN replied to twopointohhh's topic in General Nursing

    I just posted a comment on LPN-RN concerning this...I am not pleased... Becoming an LPN wasnt the nicest thing either but when I entered the RN program...I found it to be a horrible experience....I...

  21. do not return list

    SamiRN replied to pixley's topic in General Nursing

    Im an LPN but I work agency in a couple states. DNR-Do not return is big in Florida. Its not a legal list from my knowledge. Its an agency list/facility list. If you tell them you will come and then...