PurpleLVN

PurpleLVN

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  1. Which to take first: Pathophysiology, A&P I and II or Microbiology

    PurpleLVN replied to PurpleLVN's topic in General Students

    Thanks batmik-The program that I've applied to doesn't specify any specific order. They don't even have a time limit on any classes, except patho (5 years within actually attending the program) which...

  2. Which to take first: Pathophysiology, A&P I and II or Microbiology

    PurpleLVN replied to PurpleLVN's topic in General Students

    Thanks shortnorthnurse for your reply!! I think this is what I will

  3. Dallas Nursing Institute

    PurpleLVN replied to Txstarr972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Oh Sugarwugga!!! I'm so glad you've come back to give us an update!! Now I'm getting really motivated to get my act together!!! So the classes are 8-2 so far? How's the workload?? Homework?? Please...

  4. Any Advice Or Help Would Be Great

    PurpleLVN replied to Chelle79's topic in General Nursing

    Apply for a position at a doctor's office. Maybe you need a slower, familiar environment. You sound as if you are overwhelmed. Take some time off and apply at a few offices. You deserve it for...

  5. TWU----OLOL-----LSU need advice!

    PurpleLVN replied to backfrom10's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    You may have better luck posting in the Regions section under Louisiana nurses and LA schools for info on OLOL and LSUHSC!!! Good

  6. Dallas Nursing Institute

    PurpleLVN replied to Txstarr972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hopefully Sugarwugga could verify this for me since she started the program this January. During my orientation in October, I was told it is an 8 hr a day/5 days per week program. Clinicals would...

  7. CareNow-Minute Clinics-How's the work environment?

    PurpleLVN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Has any nurse-LVN/RN worked at one or currently works at one? I've gone several times with family members for treatment, but today I received a letter offering an opportunity to work as an office...

  8. CareNow-Minute Clinics-How's the work environment?

    PurpleLVN replied to PurpleLVN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks NUR-SES-LVN, I should have used the term urgent care centers. Yea, after reading the offer it stated responsibility for running the clinic and staff. Not to sure I'd want that much...

  9. A.D.N. want to diversify.

    PurpleLVN replied to Constellation101's topic in General Nursing

    i googled "political and business side of nursing" and a lot of info came up. i saw a book at barnes and noble titled "nursing today" by jo carol claborn, seems very interesting abt the subject. hope...

  10. Moving,asked to write a letter of resignation

    PurpleLVN replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    Both letters are acceptable-the most important thing is to leave in an orderly manner. Be appreciative and don't burn bridges. Although your old position is non-nursing ,you may need/request a letter...

  11. What exactly is the responsibility of an LVN charge nurse?

    PurpleLVN replied to PurpleLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks Finallydidit-Wow! This would definitely be more responsibility (work) than my current position. It will also help me update my skills!! Thanks so much for the

  12. What exactly is the responsibility of an LVN charge nurse?

    PurpleLVN replied to PurpleLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks Mark3539 for your answer regarding job . Requirements probably would have been a better choice of words. Although I am going to look into :Dit further, I wanted some feedback from those who...

  13. What exactly is the responsibility of an LVN charge nurse?

    PurpleLVN replied to PurpleLVN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am not questioning my scope of practice-I've been an LVN for 7 years!!!!!! I'm asking what are the JOB responsibilites of an LVN Charge Nurse!!! Either I didn't make it clear enough in my post or...

  14. Texas ADN pay

    PurpleLVN replied to crazyl8y's topic in Texas Nursing

    Honestly, I'm not dissing any pay rates for any nurses. I guess- I must realize that just because an RN position states $40.00 hr doesn't mean it applies to a new graduate and I'm sure ADN and BSN can...

  15. Texas ADN pay

    PurpleLVN replied to crazyl8y's topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm in shock!!! I'm an LVN in Dallas and I make $23.00 an hour. Currently taking prereq's for an ADN course but now I may reconsider.....But I do realize I have a lot of factors that play a major part...

  16. Guess I am NOT going to shelve my license after all.

    PurpleLVN replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I agree! But as hard as I worked to get my LVN and am working to get my RN, try to pry it

  17. Guess I am NOT going to shelve my license after all.

    PurpleLVN replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    That's great that you were able to find reasonable CEU's and keep your license. If the insurance is reasonable as well, you may want want to do some part time or per diem work, then you'll be set. I...

  18. Dallas Nursing Institute

    PurpleLVN replied to Txstarr972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thanks so much!!! I'm on my way to the site now!!! I'm already enrolled at CCCC in Plano so I can just do all the prereq's there!! I really appreciate your

  19. Dallas Nursing Institute

    PurpleLVN replied to Txstarr972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thanks vcurrin02!! I hadn't heard of this program!!! All classes are on-line? Where can I find out more info? How long is the program and what are the requirements?? Sorry for all the questions but my...

  20. Dallas Nursing Institute

    PurpleLVN replied to Txstarr972's topic in Texas Nursing

    hi suggarwugga, just heard back from a rep at dni and i'm so depressed. i have to take a&p i and ii, microbiology and a life class?? they won't accept the classes from my lvn school. all that on...

  21. Dallas Nursing Institute

    PurpleLVN replied to Txstarr972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi Sheena! The Hesi A2 is not as hard as I thought it would be, and others have made it sound!! My test consisted of basic math (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing)fractions, some algebra,...

  22. 55 year old joining Army Reserves

    PurpleLVN replied to barlcsw's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations!! Is this your first stint in the military? I was in the Air Force Reserves many years ago and I loved it!! Have thought about rejoing now that I'm a nurse....You can do anything you...

  23. Dallas Nursing Institute

    PurpleLVN replied to Txstarr972's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congratulations Sugarwugga and Happy Birthday!! I will definitely like to keep in touch with you. I passed my Hesi2 in November 2009 and now must get my physical and turn in my app. The school has a...

  24. Is it me or is it just the way it is???

    PurpleLVN replied to wintergurl060's topic in General Nursing

    Oh wintergurl060, please don't regret getting your RN. Keep the faith!! I know the job market is bleak now but it's bound to pick up. Although HH isn't your first option in a new career, it is a...

  25. Is it me or is it just the way it is???

    PurpleLVN replied to wintergurl060's topic in General Nursing

    I totally understand and agree with you-it's really not challenging enough for a nurse who's still able and yearning new experiences and opportunities. I left pediatric HH fulltme b/c I felt like a...