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  1. Trouble with starting IV's

    JennJillO replied to Katniss88's topic in General Students

    IV starts can be an art form. Keep in mind not all angiocaths are the same. You've only had a few attempts at IV starts... We all have been there and it takes time. I still miss veins sometimes, all...

  2. Really stressed on Nursing career path to take help please :(

    JennJillO replied to Claudiac's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm an RN, ADN working in my BSN. I was an LVN for 7 yeas and certified as a CNA and EMT. Most hospitals are looking for a minimum of a BSN. Unless you live in Texas. The only way you will find a job...

  3. What Did You Do For LPN - RN Bridge School?

    JennJillO replied to NursinginProgress's topic in LPN to RN

    First of all, good luck to you. It's all possible! I was an LVN for 7 years, now an RN and working in my BSN. I tell people, if I can do it, you can do it. I started my Bridge program with a 6 month...

  4. LVN first and THEN RN?

    JennJillO replied to stefonee356's topic in LPN to RN

    I was an LVN for 7 years and then obtained my RN a year and a half ago. Although imam grateful for the experience I received, if I could go back, I would've gone straight for my RN, BSN. I was very...

  5. Pharmacology study tips for new nursing student

    JennJillO replied to cunchurch2's topic in General Students

    Flashcards help for sure but memorize the suffix of the name. For example typically... all your "pam"s (diazepam, alprazolam) are anti anxiety/sedating medications such as valium and ativan. There are...

  6. Is there a waiting list for the LVN-RN bridge program in California?

    JennJillO replied to luckystudentnurseRN's topic in LPN to RN

    Pre-Req's depend on the individual school... most include Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Psych 101, Soc 101, Math 060. Some require Chemistry and Life Span Development. Just an FYI guys, a...

  7. LVN in recovery room

    JennJillO replied to elopez's topic in California Nursing

    Our scope of practice is very limited with regard to taking care of post anesthesia patients! (I'm an LVN too). We can't assess them, we can't give them IV meds, we usually need to be ACLS certified...

  8. Fresh Grad RN looking for a job in San Diego

    JennJillO replied to mia070802's topic in California Nursing

    The Scripps system!!!! Loved Scripps

  9. lvn to rn bridge programs being cancelled in california??

    JennJillO replied to marianDA9's topic in California Nursing

    I haven't heard of any new laws that have passed stating cancellation of the LVN to RN bridge program. However, many programs are being cut. Also, a lot of schools, for some, reason prefer to teach...

  10. Is there a waiting list for the LVN-RN bridge program in California?

    JennJillO replied to luckystudentnurseRN's topic in LPN to RN

    Oh, one more thing.... try to go to a reputable school. Stay away from the on-line courses like The College Network (big time scam!!!!). I found out the hard

  11. Is there a waiting list for the LVN-RN bridge program in California?

    JennJillO replied to luckystudentnurseRN's topic in LPN to RN

    Hi there! First of all congrats on almost finishing! Be very proud of yourself. As for myself, I am starting the LVN-Rn Bridge in a couple of weeks here in So Cal (LA). First and foremost, most...