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What is the outlook for new grad LPNs in NYC? I heard that LPNs are being phased out. If a new grad LPN is 100% flexible to scheduling and where they work, does that even help...or are things so bad that it's a slim shot to begin with? I have heard o...

That's very true..but I don't see it happening anytime soon as it is all about the $$$ over here in the USA. They could care less about the repercussions..apparently.

I don't think you're an evil foreigner and I don't have anything against foreigners. I understand where you are coming from. My main idea is: Our economy is in absolute shambles. We should take care of our citizens first. We *should* favor U.S. gradu...

Unfortunately, what you're going through is quite common. While I truly feel that everything is a team effort, there is something lacking in health care...respect for authority. She reports to YOU. I have seen MANY aides blatantly disregard a nurse, ...

tothepoint- I think they're just upset. We live in the USA. We are citizens. Yet we watch foreigners replace us DAILY in the workplace. What country do you know of that will hire us over their own citizens? Let us know and perhaps we can all move th...

Kathy, true and fair enough. It just wasn't that way for my program. I am already aware of some people needing special considerations and how that can be for them. There is a girl in our program who is always late and absent. The students gripe about...

That is no good Have you applied everywhere, or are you being more selective? Are you applying for LPN positions or RN positions?

How long have you been looking, gifted? I'm actually asking for a friend.

Nursing is extremely competitive..esp. with the economy the way it is now. It is up to you if you want to continue to try again. However, I would reassess finances, budget, and time, if I were you. See what you are able to afford & whether or not...

True, the OP has to make sure to keep themself out of the spotlight and follow all rules, but racism IS a HUGE deal. It shouldn't be brushed under the rug just because it's considered "reverse" racism. My friend is white and is being harassed/abused ...

Well I'm not going to throw a bunch of sugar down your drawers. YES, it IS that bad. Everything you hear is ONLY a fraction of what you will see and experience. The trade off is if you're passionate about the profession. Otherwise, run the other way ...

Keep us updated Twilight. Thanks for the info, as I was considering EC for my BSN. I wonder if EC (ADN) can transfer to a brick/mortar state college or something of the likes...? Everyone seems to be going for Chamberlain. I'm looking into NJ & ...

I would love the starched/bleached all-white uniforms as well...perhaps even a cap..but I'm not sure that will ever happen. I thought that was a classy look.

Hi Lunah, Can I ask why you decided on Chamberlain? Were you accepted to any other BSN programs? If so, what made you go with Chamberlain? :)

Heya, random Q. For those of you that graduated from Excelsior...how long did it take to obtain your ADN, and how many hours, per week, would you estimate you had to study?

Anymore suggestions?

I see what people mean. I guess it would sort of be like a Doctor wearing sparkly rainbow scrubs or pigtails, I suppose. Fun, but really? Hmmm

Please tell me that's a horrible joke....did the parents at least know what this meant?

LOL! Funny post AZO . I really understand where you are coming from. But, I do like my wacky, printed uniforms. I cannot tell a lie . However, it is my idea that matching uniforms are best in health care institutions. That's just a preference of mine...

not completely true. i think i can sympathize with the op, as i have been in the same situation. my nursing program was nasty and corrupt. the ones that were getting away with something were "found out", but turned a blind eye to. perhaps this isn't ...

I thought this was something I was going through. How in the world is this acceptable? I hardly know of ANY other jobs that say "Oh..you MIGHT get 40 hours this week..and ya might not..but in the meantime, you're to wait around and be at our beck and...

Thank You. That's the right way to think of it. I am trying to attack it from all angles, like a monster in my upcoming future....I'm working myself up for it because I do not know what to expect.

I HIGHLY encourage you to go to med school..for an extra 2 years you can be a doctor. They favor Micro degrees as well. Additionally, there are Carribean schools that are accredited in the USA. If you're going to study hard and pay all that tuition, ...

Nope, I'm nowhere close! I guess I shouldn't stress it then huh?..well not yet at least. :) Thank You.

Hello all~ I have some Qs that I finished and a few are really bugging me. They are not for credit, and I am not looking to copy, as I have researched and answered these..However, I'm still a little stuck on them, so I was looking for some more input...