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    Challenge courses

    valzRN replied to NamasteNurse's topic in LPN to RN

    Unless you really know your A&P, I would not challenge it. You really use your A&P a lot in nursing, so I would opt to just take the class. If you are confident enough to challenge it, then...
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    CORRECTIONAL LPN?

    valzRN replied to crodriguez's topic in LPN to RN

    Thanks for the tip DonaldJ. I have thought about it and I might go on there part time to start off with before I quit the job that I have now as a school nurse. That way if I don't like it, I can...
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    Any LPNs out there that can't pass the RN exam?

    valzRN replied to Kemccanha's topic in LPN to RN

    I just took the NCLEX-PN and was there for 4 hours, had 168 questions. It was the most horrible exam of my life. But one thing that I took away from that test. You have to know your facts and if...
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    LVN to RN or RN BSN- confused!!!!

    valzRN replied to LVNfairy's topic in LPN to RN

    The BSN is really a formality. I mean, in the working world, they don't get paid much more than an RN without a BSN. If you are planning on getting your masters in nursing, then by far, do the BSN....
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    CORRECTIONAL LPN?

    valzRN replied to crodriguez's topic in LPN to RN

    Interesting DonaldJ... I was offered a job at our county jail. I am a new LPN but have been in nursing for 17 years. Currently I work in school health and I love it. But, my husband is very ill, I...
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    Should I go for my LVN program? - Need your comments

    valzRN replied to TONY2010's topic in General Nursing

    Have you done research in your area about the kind of jobs that are out there for you? I am thinking more like physician's offices or clinics. Im not saying that it's easy to get out there. The...
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    Long hair male nurses

    valzRN replied to Nursee13's topic in General Nursing

    Well, if you are that worried about it, cut it to get the job. I mean, it's just hair. It will grow back. Me personally, I love long hair on a guy. My hubby has long hair as does my son. We have...
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    Pensacola Junior College?

    valzRN replied to myty23's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hey, I just wanted to say good luck again. Are you going straight through RN school or doing career
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    Pass NCLEX...now job hunting w/o license

    valzRN replied to LPN_thts_M3's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks! LOL! Actually, I wasn't going to check the site. My best friend went with me and we took it together. She called me and told me to check it that the results were in. I was just glad it...
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    Pensacola Junior College?

    valzRN replied to myty23's topic in Florida Nursing

    christih: The HESI exam is what has to be passed to get on the waiting list, the nclex is the state board exam that when you pass you are a licensed nurse to practice. I am happy that you are on...
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    Sent app to BON...

    valzRN replied to valzRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Took the NCLEX-PN on Nov. 4th, had results from Pearson by the 7th and a license number by the 8th. You can go to the BON site and do a license search by your name and if you passed your name will...
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    Sent app to BON...

    valzRN posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Quick run down... failed RN school by a hair, couldn't go on, got an opportunity to challenge the LPN boards. I got everything together and sent my app and other documents to the BON. I know that...
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    I.V. Certification course in Pensacola, Florida

    valzRN replied to Whanzus's topic in Florida Nursing

    Yes, she is in Pensacola... I will send you the info. You need to contact her by the end of the week though. A class is fixin' to
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    Pass NCLEX...now job hunting w/o license

    valzRN replied to LPN_thts_M3's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You can go to your states medical website and do a license verification. Type in your name and where you live and it will come up if they have assigned your license number yet. I took my NCLEX on...
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    Pensacola Junior College?

    valzRN replied to myty23's topic in Florida Nursing

    Whoa there... passing the NLN and passing the NCLEX are two different things. NCLEX is unlike any other test that you will ever take. (With the exception of the NCLEX-RN) I just took the NCLEX-PN...
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    I.V. Certification course in Pensacola, Florida

    valzRN replied to Whanzus's topic in Florida Nursing

    Well, I tried to message you with the information on a lady that does it. She's getting a class together right now. It's 5 weeks, self study, you get together on the first and last day, do the post...
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    Sent app to BON...

    valzRN replied to valzRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Got the ATT in my email and I am scheduled to sit for LPN boards on Nov. 4th, 2010. Praying that I will pass this thing... supposed to go on to get my RN next summer through the LPN to RN career...
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    Pensacola Junior College?

    valzRN replied to myty23's topic in Florida Nursing

    Not yet in the program. I went through the RN program and failed out because I took Adults 2 twice and didnt' pass by just a couple points. It was heartbreaking. I am taking my NCLEX for LPN...
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    Pensacola Junior College?

    valzRN replied to myty23's topic in Florida Nursing

    I was in that class with the whole mess back in 08. The school was terrible and I totally agree with the majority. But... I am hoping that with new a new director things will get better. I know...
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    Graduated May2010 and have barely studied for NCLEX!

    valzRN replied to MaleRNin2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I recommend using Hurst. They have books on Amazon and you can also pay for a class. I think that the class is 3 days and somewhere around $350. NCLEX is different than the questions that you...
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    Florida LPN Scope of Practice

    valzRN replied to MrsLePew's topic in Florida Nursing

    In the Kaplan book, there is a section that has a description of what an LPN can do and cannot do. Thanks
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    need help with nclex

    valzRN replied to JSMITH82's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    IF you have taken it twice already, it must be the way that you are studying. The exam is not a test like you see in nursing school. You can't memorize everything and then use "recall" information....
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    !!!Looking for all the LPN's!!!

    valzRN replied to nerilene's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well, I failed RN school by 1 point, but I did get far enough to challenge the LPN boards and will go through the LPN to RN career mobility program next summer. I too am looking for sites to practice...
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    Florida LPN Scope of Practice

    valzRN replied to MrsLePew's topic in Florida Nursing

    So... I have tried to "weed" through the Nurse Practice Act to find what is the scope of practice for an LPN. Is there a certain site that anyone knows of, besides the ones listed above, that...
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    Can I sit LPN in Florida after completing 1 year RN studies?

    valzRN replied to josephine-'s topic in Florida Nursing

    Well, things have taken a turn since I posted this. Yes, you do have to go to the director of the program where you attended and get a letter. Per the BON, the director must write the letter...