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  1. LPN'S the new "DINASOUR" ?

    NJMEDguy48 posted a topic in New Jersey Nursing

    OK OK No bashing here just trying to find out the TRUTH. I would like to pursue a career in health care and I thought it was as a LPN (to the path of a RN) . However as I read the posts on this and...

  2. Nursing Unions-what is the good,bad, ugly?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to johnson0424's topic in General Nursing

    From a different perspective MAYBE.... Having been in union and non-union shops G-O U-N-I-O-N....... Why? Government is all over the "new" health care. Look at all the great benefits and perks...

  3. OCVTS LPN Program

    NJMEDguy48 replied to nmlpn's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Donna, I appreciate the answers to my questions. . I Must admit the transition from "plantiff pro se" to potetnial life saver/care giver intrigues me. Do you have a specific future path in mind... Is...

  4. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    As soon as I sent ? i GOT IT THAMKS........... sorry THANKS eatin

  5. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks for the

  6. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    FWIW

  7. PTSD- Am I alone??

    NJMEDguy48 replied to strugglingnurse's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    PTSD snd there is know way I am alone. I am on the road to recovery (physical and mental) and I need some insight. Background ... Just Because.......I was assaulted during a robbery with a knife....

  8. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks

  9. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Best of luck (skill) And trust me your cheerleaders (young ones) will keep u in

  10. OCVTS LPN Program

    NJMEDguy48 replied to nmlpn's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Donna, Yeppers......... saw I uh oh you all well hope....hehehe I do know the school choice of yours. Was the cost substantial? I was directed away from them for that reason. How many students...

  11. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks Jenn, I hope you all the best in your career path. I do have some good news for you I hope. My X (yeh yeh I know LOL) was a med trans. before I met her. While we were together she went on to RN...

  12. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Jenn, Woww, I do believe the cost of living is greater here in NJ. Used to be LPN Jobs were in the $24.00 hr range. Now I think they are lower. CNAs used to get 15.00 now 10-12 RN's 32-35... I am...

  13. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    JULES, A question If I May..... R u aware of the LPN prospects here in NJ? I have of course "heard".... in the recent past 2-4 yrs ago "health care health care". Then I see in the papers everyday...

  14. OCVTS LPN Program

    NJMEDguy48 replied to nmlpn's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Donna, Best of luck and keep me abreast of your

  15. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Sara, Going through the motions in Monmouth/Ocean.... Classes for us m-f 730-330 I believe. I believe the ratio of M-F patients will be similar but since a change in the economy there has been a...

  16. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sounds like this career pursuit is perfect for you and your family. I wish you nothing but continued success. May I ask you your class size and M/F

  17. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Sara, Thanks Bunch's for reaching out .... I am looking at the same type learned venues in Mon/Oc counties (Vo-tech)... High Nclex pass rates as well. The pay rate sounds like what I heard in past so...

  18. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Thanks for the insight. Might you suggest a place I can chat with LPN,s From NJ here on all nurses. I have tried to find them but not reeching

  19. How much do you earn as a newly graduated RN?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to swtchariot's topic in First Year After Licensure

    i am torn here. i was set on going for my lpn through a local county vo tech lpn program 11 month. then hit local community colllege for as degree rn program then to bsn i have no interest in...

  20. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    How are the job prospects for us in the "Northeast " as LPNs? Very few openings to say the least here in the once well under served NJ region...........Even in LTC. Cna's big , lpns booted from...

  21. OCVTS LPN Program

    NJMEDguy48 replied to nmlpn's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Donna, Awesome Congrats!!!!!!! May I ask IF county/ state .... How long is the Program for, how frequently does the classes start and is the tuition substantially greater than the 7K for Ocvts fee?...

  22. Should I become an LPN or stay CNA?

    NJMEDguy48 replied to kimmy436's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hope to get some responses here... I have the option to get into the LPN class through the Vo Tech here in Central NJ. I am just concerned that there might not be any Jobs available due to the economy...

  23. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am from the "States" NJ/NY region. Two reasons LPN to RN. 1. 3 year wait MAYBE to get into RN schools. 2. Economics... There maybe some incentives offered by facilities/agencies that hire you to...

  24. In NJ and want to become a nurse...but totally confused!!

    NJMEDguy48 replied to pixieshmoo's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am from NJ as well...... It is now 2010. However... Very similar thoughts and ideas and questions as this original post (2008). A major concern for me is are there any Jobs for LPN's in NJ. I would...

  25. LPN as quick transition into nursing field...

    NJMEDguy48 replied to bmarrero's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey Bmarrero, Shall u get any responses to this post Please pass them along...... May I ask you some questions regarding your possible career choice and La Guardia (I am thinking NY?).