LVN2RNMom

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  1. Have you met your husband at nursing? Is nursing a good career to meet men?

    LVN2RNMom replied to Upward_Bound's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't object to dating a co-worker but have not done so yet. As long as we had a mutual understanding, I would be ok with

  2. Can I get hep C without a needle stick?

    LVN2RNMom replied to futurerntho's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I read this and all I could think was ohhhh my. No question is a stupid question in my book but I do not understand how any nurse (RN, LVN, NP) or good CNA would not know this answer. BBP is basic...

  3. Recommended LVN to RN program in SoCal?

    LVN2RNMom replied to Ki03's topic in LPN to RN

    There are several in the Southern CA region but it changes every semester related to budget cuts. I have about a year left of pre-req's so I haven't called but my ears/eyes are always open. Trust me,...

  4. LPN/LVN to RN California almost impossible!!

    LVN2RNMom replied to KickRox's topic in LPN to RN

    It is definitely tough as we are not only competing with other LVN's but also with everyone getting an RN degree. It is ridiculous!!! There are several schools in the Los Angeles area that still have...

  5. LVN grad hired for cardiac stepdown unit....

    LVN2RNMom replied to nena2hsd's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If you are working for a County Hospital then they will offer the EKG class for you in the Education Dept. County is a great place for LVN's to get hospital experience. It surely won't be easy but you...

  6. home based work

    LVN2RNMom replied to tfree42's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You can do appeals for an insurance carrier or medical review. I did the 1st of the 2 I just mentioned but hated it. You are watched the whole time on your computer and tied down to a desk. I did not...

  7. Working Private Duty/Home Health

    LVN2RNMom replied to trillnurse7's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am sorry that I don't have any advice for you but I am mighty curious to hear what others have to say on the subject. Soon, I will be in your shoes and it is extremely difficult to have time to...

  8. I do not want to give up.

    LVN2RNMom replied to Tesfanurse's topic in General Nursing

    There are many avenues for completing your CEU's. Start contacting every facility within a reasonable distance and have someone else go over your resume. Just to make sure your resume is great and I...

  9. Job search

    LVN2RNMom replied to Deidre1017's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am in California and we couldn't work as a GVN. We actually had to wait till we received a license. Finding a job is not easy and you can easily find multiple posts here regarding the same. I would...

  10. Nursing Student Advice

    LVN2RNMom replied to hallecharlebois's topic in General Students

    Definitely do it! Some sort of medical experience will not only help your resume but give you a different perspective on health care in general. You will also have some flexibility in your schedule as...

  11. Ebola in the news...

    LVN2RNMom replied to andreasmom02's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My feeling on Ebola is this....I have a healthy immune system (Thank the man above)! Along with that I thought people feared similar from TB, polio, AIDS/HIV when they hit. I mentioned this to a...

  12. Best and Worst places for LPN opportunities

    LVN2RNMom replied to Mazee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    P.S....let me just add that LTC work is paid work & shouldn't be frowned upon. Many, if not most of us have worked in LTC to get our feet wet and many stayed because they enjoyed the atmosphere....

  13. Becoming an LPN while in RN school

    LVN2RNMom replied to ChrystalAD's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would have to agree with you on

  14. Needing some hope.

    LVN2RNMom replied to UnsavoryCharacter's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I don't know much on the subject but I wanted to say how much I admire your determination. Your process is a life long one but I have a feeling that you will make it. There are many RN jobs that don't...

  15. whats so good about working in a hospital?

    LVN2RNMom replied to OnlinePersona's topic in General Nursing

    I am an LVN working at a major hospital and prior to that, I worked at a psych facility. They both provide very different learning environments but my goal was to work at a hospital as an LVN and I...

  16. I'm not bilingual. Does this lessen my chances for employment?

    LVN2RNMom replied to Daniellef28's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes, I believe not being bilingual will make you less marketable as a nurse. I have found the need to use my looks (I am half Hispanic and half Caucasian) to my advantage. I was raised Caucasian, so I...

  17. Becoming an LPN while in RN school

    LVN2RNMom replied to ChrystalAD's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    As an LVN who is pursuing her RN, it is a difficult task to both work & go to school. Trust me on this one!! I am sure that some manage to work nights and go to school during the day, but I have...

  18. Why did you become a nurse?

    LVN2RNMom replied to Valerie99's topic in General Nursing

    I was all of 18 years old and not sure where my life was going. I dropped out of college and having a hard time living at home with my parents. I had a friend who was a medical assistant and she told...

  19. afraid of being stuck by a needle

    LVN2RNMom replied to treeye's topic in Patient Education

    I've never cared about getting my blood drawn or IV started and my last blood draw was by a student. P.S...she did great!! Since I am a nurse, I know it's just a matter of hand skill. If someone...

  20. So Frustrated I Could Cry..

    LVN2RNMom replied to NurseQT's topic in General Nursing

    I would sit down and speak with the other nurse who could cover for you. She is seriously your best option. I do like the calling off idea but I am sure, you would just get into trouble as mgmt. is...

  21. who does the blood draws in your hospital?

    LVN2RNMom replied to annieboo444's topic in General Nursing

    All nurses in my dep't, at my hospital do their own blood

  22. Problem with blood draws..

    LVN2RNMom replied to psmithlove's topic in General Nursing

    It took me time till I was able to master blood draws & IV starts. It usually is positional. The best advice I received was, anyone can be good at blood draws & IV starts. Just keep at it...

  23. Not smart enough to be an RN?

    LVN2RNMom replied to LPN44yrs's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Every teacher is different and every student learns differently. It does not mean you are not capable, just means you possibly didn't understand the teacher? Also, because you got all A's I wouldn't...

  24. Depressed lpn

    LVN2RNMom replied to Mosadioluwa's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It will take time but please don't give up. With 6 years of experience, there is something out there for you. Apply to every hospital, agency, LTC, SNF and clinic within a 25 mile radius (or how far...

  25. Nursing Salary Survey 2014

    LVN2RNMom replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    Geographic location: Southern California Pay rate: about $23.00 per hour In which area / specialty do you work? Same Day Surgery in the Hospital What type of license do you have (RN or LPN)? LVN -...