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  1. Advice for LPN school

    mermcm83 replied to Nurse2B 2012's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congrats as well....I am in my second and last semester of LPN school, we graduate in April from an 18 month program, and a month summer break. And I am still nervous, even though I have a good idea...

  2. What Is The Total Cost Of Your LVN/LPN Program?

    mermcm83 replied to tavia_yeung's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    $8,400 The first term you will owe about $1,200 out of pocket, the second term $0....broken up into payments of course. LPN Norfolk,

  3. Best and worst states for new grads?

    mermcm83 replied to mysticpenguin's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Definately Michigan in my opinion....It is hell trying to find a school, but super easy for new grads, and good pay....I moved from Michigan to Virginia for school, but I am definately going back...

  4. You know you are a Nursing student when...

    mermcm83 replied to okredrobot's topic in General Students

    when you start diagnosing strange ppl on the

  5. Unit Sec/PCT position

    mermcm83 replied to nursingstudent2013's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    As hard as it is, I was unemployed the first year of nursing school, I work a casual every other weekend as of the past month, and I have to sacrifice the money for my career...start looking for a...

  6. powertripping

    mermcm83 replied to tiffjh2's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    oh yea, quite often...luckly my facility is really small and frown upon that sort of behavior, but it still happens. I have been seriously thinking that nurses who go straight through should have to...

  7. Time management in nursing school

    mermcm83 replied to kitty222's topic in General Students

    Well, I am still in nursing school, I graduate in April, but no I never spend all day studying, I designate a time to study, and then do a little bit all day, taking lots of breaks. My life definately...

  8. GED to Nursing

    mermcm83 replied to mnb1012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In my opinion, you would go about it the same way as everyone else would, community college is cheapest, or university, whichever you prefer. I say community college because you have quite a few pre...

  9. Washcloth Mitt

    mermcm83 replied to supergreen34's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have never used a washcloth mitt, and honestly I dont believe that the evaluater will either. If they do, it most likely would be for washing an foot or something to that extent, not doing any peri...

  10. CNA/PCT work schedules in hosp.

    mermcm83 replied to MadameFreckles's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It does depend on the facility...I am a CNA currently at a rehab center and my I was hired on as a casual employee, with an set schedule of every other weekend, and I can pick up as many days in...

  11. lost, please help...

    mermcm83 replied to janthi's topic in General Nursing

    It may seem a bit overwhelming, but I agree, take baby steps and be persistant...Don't take NO for an answer, there is always something that someone can do for you. I am currently in a LPN program,...

  12. Trying to write my letter of intent...

    mermcm83 replied to Whoody51's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I find that just being honest always works in my favor. Administrators get tired of reading what people think they want to hear. I keep it simple and to the point, all the while making my letter...

  13. Seeking Advice for LVN or RN

    mermcm83 replied to addie23's topic in LPN to RN

    I agree with everyone else! I am currently completing my Lpn here in VA. I love it! you can easily transfer to an RN program once you are done. An Lpn friend of mines has already found a 9 month Lpn...

  14. Afraid of entrance exam!

    mermcm83 replied to LeeLee87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    You will do fine, I was extremely scared and did really well to my surprise. We used ATItesting.com at my current school, Central school of practical Nursing in VA. I actually used a friends review...

  15. failed nusing school want to go back to lpn

    mermcm83 replied to snowybee's topic in General Students

    Whatever decision you make, good luck! Lpn to RN sounds like a great plan B to me. I am currently completing my Lpn, and have a friend who just finished this past April, and is working, loves it, and...

  16. New student with financial aid question

    mermcm83 replied to meo814's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good Luck to you, I am currently enrolled in NTC, a vocational school in Virginia. I would definately check with the financial aid department as stated earlier, because all schools are different...I...

  17. It's really happening!

    mermcm83 replied to MermiesGreatGig's topic in General Students

    Congratulations!!! I'm so happy for you...I am still in my first semester, but you make me optimistic about whats to come....Good luck with

  18. I plan to join a LVN/LPN program very soon. Have some questions.

    mermcm83 replied to !!**!!'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I agree with the first comment. Teachers have their own unique way of teaching. I am currently in the LPN program, and honestly, if you are a new student to the medical field, or just have been out of...

  19. Working w/ Home Health Agency

    mermcm83 replied to frogkicker's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My opinion, being a Home Health care brat, Just know who you are working for. Introduce yourself to the Director of Nursing, and just scope out the agency as a whole. You can actually work for more...

  20. HELP!!!!!!

    mermcm83 replied to unikche's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    People ask me often, how I study. The trick is to not overdue it. I study in intervals, 30-45 minutes at a time, take a break, then get back to it....Flashcards were never my thing unless acronyms,...

  21. Where's the math?

    mermcm83 replied to Meagan0928's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You will do fine. I started my program this August, and I absolutly suck at math. I used the test prep booklet, worked the problems out in the book over and over, everyday until the test, and passed...

  22. How to deal with a rude classmate?

    mermcm83 replied to esunada's topic in General Students

    I agree with everyone's comments. We have entirely tooooo much work to do as nursing students, not to mention as adults. Keep doing you, study and get great grades, she may or may not come around, but...

  23. Are LPN's being Phased Out?

    mermcm83 replied to angelcarmichael's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am an LPN student, and you guys are scaring me....Lol! I have every intention on attending school once I finish and secure at least a part-time position.. the demand to get into a Registered Nursing...

  24. money to live on while in school

    mermcm83 replied to rokbe's topic in General Students

    Well me, I was working full-time all of 2010 as well, but was accepted to the program starting this past September. I had a long talk with my supervisor, I was fortunate enough to have that luxury,...

  25. Need some advice please!!

    mermcm83 replied to Deannam's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I also attend community college, and I feel your pain. With the demand and enrollment so high for nursing schools and programs, I think they are making it as difficult as possible so that so many...