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  1. is LPN a good choice?

    KB24 replied to studentstorm's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Why don't you get your RN or LPN at a community college? You can get your LPN at a CC in 9-12 months after you finish the science prerequisites and you can get your RN in 2 years at a CC. I was able...

  2. online chemistry??

    KB24 replied to jlf3816's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can take chemistry online without a

  3. JOB iDEAS WHiLE iN FULL TiME SCHOOL.

    KB24 replied to miidgett411's topic in General Nursing

    No more ALL CAPS and bold fonts on the site. You can work as a CNA or nurse tech after your first semester of nursing school. We have some nursing students that only work on Friday. Edit: You can...

  4. Salary question?

    KB24 replied to Lilli-Anna's topic in General Nursing

    Both RN's can be telling the truth. You should really do some research on nursing before you get into nursing because nursing is not easy. You have to enjoy your career and do it because you love...

  5. How does one write up LVN ?

    KB24 replied to newsupernurse's topic in General Nursing

    Did you talk to her in private about this? I'd talk to a co-worker in private if I had an issue with him/her instead of writing someone up. A write up should be the last thing you do, if you can't...

  6. Are LPN's being Phased Out?

    KB24 replied to angelcarmichael's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Not true. A CNA is a nursing assistant and has a certificate and an LPN/LVN has a license. LPN's are always going to have jobs working in LTC, SNF, home health care, working for the county, etc....

  7. Application Follow-up

    KB24 replied to choksantos's topic in Nursing Career

    Call Tuesday if you don't hear anything for the rest of the week or on

  8. Normal to wait this long for pre employment follow up

    KB24 replied to afromom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'd call after 5 business days. I might take a while to get the results from drug testing, background check, and fingerprint

  9. Help! Insubordinate Nursing Aides

    KB24 replied to yadda_yadda_yadda's topic in General Nursing

    Please start looking for a new job ASAP and put in your two week notice in writing when you find a job. Go work for a company that appreciates you and values you as part of the team. My CNA instructor...

  10. Which certifications increase pay for LPN?

    KB24 replied to blessnme's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I know we have a thread about certifications for LPN's on this forum. Look for the thread and ask the nurses in that thread because the thread has a lot of good

  11. they want a least 6 mo. experience!

    KB24 replied to kraam's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try applying to LTC and SNF because they usually hire new grads without experience and then you can start applying for CNA positions at hospitals. LTC and SNF usually pay more than hospital for new...

  12. Pay Rates 2010

    KB24 replied to Fahrenheight's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think the RN's have their own salary thread somewhere on this site. Illinois Hospital - Med/Surg $11.00 because I have no experience and this is my first CNA job. Another $1.50 for working on 2nd...

  13. I'm a CNA is it worth it to take a Lab Assistant, EKG Technician/Phlebotomist course?

    KB24 replied to Kellyma's topic in California Nursing

    Post you question in this forum or a staff member can move it to this forum. Patient Care Technician / Assistants (PCT/PCA) - Nursing for Nurses A CNA with EKG and Phlebotomy skills is called a...

  14. Crushed Future LPN

    KB24 replied to Hopefull nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Stop worrying about what other people say or think about you. My instructor started out as a housekeeper at a LTC and she became a CNA after working for the LTC. She graduated from an LPN program and...

  15. Dating classmates?

    KB24 replied to AragornSkywalker's topic in Male Nursing Students

    No! Stay away from dating classmates and co-workers because you're only asking for trouble and usually drama

  16. Looking for my first CNA job

    KB24 replied to KB24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you. I am going to be working on Med/Surg for 6 months and apply to transfer to PEDS. My orientation starts in next

  17. Looking for my first CNA job

    KB24 replied to KB24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I got the job offer. I had to take my physical and drug test today at the hospital. I'm so excited to start

  18. Looking for my first CNA job

    KB24 replied to KB24's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I had my first phone interview today and I have an interview tomorrow afternoon. Wish me

  19. Should I pursue a BSN or LPN

    KB24 replied to girtenbt's topic in LPN to RN

    Go to a community college for your ADN or stick with getting your BSN. Don't take a step back by getting your LPN and having to deal with headaches later

  20. NCLEX RN 2 hours away

    KB24 replied to jpali's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck and stay calm during your

  21. Chamberlain college of nursing...arlington campus...

    KB24 replied to Kelbelle21's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Chamberlain College of Nursing - Addison - Nursing for Nurses Chamberlain College of Nursing - Nursing for

  22. I PASSED NCLEX-RN

    KB24 replied to luvbug080688's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats and good luck with your new

  23. Two Jobs and or passions.

    KB24 replied to Reminisce's topic in General Nursing

    I really like business and plan to start my own business in the future. I like working with underprivileged kids in the inner city and I also joined Big Brother Big Sisters of Chicago a couple of...

  24. WOW!!! I just saw how much first semester books cost!!!

    KB24 replied to Waitingtill2010's topic in General Students

    Never buy your books at the school store on campus because they're always going to cost a lot more than other places. Look for the books online on sites like Amazon. You can also rent the books...

  25. I want to be a nurse but I have a low GPA

    KB24 replied to Ethsmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What's your science GPA? Some schools accept the highest grade if you retake a course and some schools won't accept the highest grade and only accept the grade your first got in the