BishopLPN

BishopLPN BSN

Psychiatric Nurse/Addiction Nurse

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  1. Western Kentucky University (WKU) - Starting ONLINE Lpn-RN Program

    BishopLPN replied to TylerCWells's topic in School, College Programs

    There isn't a clinical rotation the first semester. Second semester, clinical is once a week. It's either on Monday or Tuesday- 6:45am-4:15pm. They try to accommodate your choice. It's about 13 days....

  2. Advice for VA Employee

    BishopLPN posted a topic in Government, Military

    I am currently an LPN working in an outpatient mental health clinic at the VA. I left a job that I loved and that paid more to come to the VA. I came to the VA for several different personal reasons....

  3. Advice for VA Employee

    BishopLPN replied to BishopLPN's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks for the advice! I actually left that position 6 months ago. They were using me inappropriately and outside of my functional statement. The hired another LPN for my position after I left and she...

  4. Western Kentucky University (WKU) - Starting ONLINE Lpn-RN Program

    BishopLPN replied to TylerCWells's topic in School, College Programs

    Congrats! It's not bad. I got an 85% the first time. 100% the second time. The instructor will setup practice test online(blackboard). I recommend being able to pass all of the practice test with at...

  5. Western Kentucky University (WKU) - Starting ONLINE Lpn-RN Program

    BishopLPN replied to TylerCWells's topic in School, College Programs

    You don't have to clep anything. You can take all of the classes. You can clep skills, mental health, OB and Peds. You are not able to clep

  6. When to give notice

    BishopLPN replied to special1rn's topic in Government, Military

    Your start time is usually based on when the next new employee orientation class is scheduled. I do no believe that you are able to pick a specific date to start. Your best bet is to reach out to the...

  7. Western Kentucky University (WKU) - Starting ONLINE Lpn-RN Program

    BishopLPN replied to TylerCWells's topic in School, College Programs

    I live in Murfreesboro, TN. You do not need a KY license. You're technically a nursing student not an LPN. So no license necessary. Side note. Chatt. Is going to be a heck of a commute. Murfreesboro...

  8. Western Kentucky University (WKU) - Starting ONLINE Lpn-RN Program

    BishopLPN replied to TylerCWells's topic in School, College Programs

    I used Saunders NCLEX-RN review 7th ed to study for the mental health clep exam. I purchased a new book so I had access to the online content. I answered 25+ questions daily on the online mental...

  9. Seeking an ADN program in Nashville area

    BishopLPN replied to shellbert's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Nope. Your only option for an ASN in Nashville is Nashville State Community College. TSU lost their accreditation. If you already have a bachelors- you might want to look at Belmont University or...

  10. Western Kentucky University (WKU) - Starting ONLINE Lpn-RN Program

    BishopLPN replied to TylerCWells's topic in School, College Programs

    I love it! The school is really accommodating. I started this past January. I just completed the LPN to RN transition course. I was able to clep skills and Mental health. So all I'm taking this...

  11. California LVN with a bad GPA. Is it possible ever become an RN in the Bay Area?

    BishopLPN replied to windyspring's topic in LPN to RN

    Hey! I was in the same boat as you. It delayed me from even attempting to apply to nursing schools for several years. I partied a lot in college and didn't get serious about my education until years...

  12. VA GS 7 LPN

    BishopLPN replied to BishopLPN's topic in Government, Military

    Where roughly are you located? What position did you get hired for? I have 7 years experience and was hired in as a GS 6 set

  13. Desperate for advice how to complete my nursing career by getting a LVN/RN License

    BishopLPN replied to whitla242's topic in General Nursing

    Which nursing courses have you completed? Did you have any clinical

  14. Desperate for advice how to complete my nursing career by getting a LVN/RN License

    BishopLPN replied to whitla242's topic in General Nursing

    In most cases, you have to complete an accredited LPN program to obtain a license. Most LPN programs are a year and aren't very expensive. I attended an LPN program in TN at a vocational/trade school....

  15. Western Kentucky University (WKU) - Starting ONLINE Lpn-RN Program

    BishopLPN replied to TylerCWells's topic in School, College Programs

    Hey bud! I just turned in everything needed to complete the application process today. I'm applying to enter Spring 18'. Hope you have a successful summer

  16. VA Hiring Process

    BishopLPN replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Here's information about the various health plans. Healthcare & Insurance : Plan Information -

  17. VA Hiring Process

    BishopLPN replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    FERS-FRAE Employees first hired on/after 1/1/2014 contribution rate is 4.4%.

  18. WKU online LPN to RN

    BishopLPN replied to lgp16's topic in School, College Programs

    Did you ever find out any additional information about this

  19. New VA job Advice

    BishopLPN replied to BishopLPN's topic in Government, Military

    I know. He's made a lot of statements. Including privatization of the VA. As well as, a freeze on the hiring of government

  20. New VA job Advice

    BishopLPN posted a topic in Government, Military

    I have accepted a new job at the VA for the Mental Health Care line. I know every VA is different but does anyone know what I can expect? Also, I am leaving my current job where I have a great...

  21. New VA job Advice

    BishopLPN replied to BishopLPN's topic in Government, Military

    Nicole82RN, Thanks for the reply. I came to the same conclusion. Praying it was the right

  22. LPN Changing G-tube?

    BishopLPN replied to SunnyPupRN's topic in Home Health

    LPN's scope varies from state to state but it's definitely within our scope of practice to reinsert g tubes. We have a lot of tube feeders at my facility and I change them quite frequent. It's similar...

  23. So is there really a nursing shortage?

    BishopLPN replied to VegGal's topic in General Nursing

    I have placed the link to the study referenced by the article below. I encourage you to read it. Pay particular attention to the "Limitations" of this study. There is a nursing shortage but it's often...

  24. Veterans Administration and LPN pay.

    BishopLPN posted a topic in Government, Military

    Is it just me or is the VA's LPN pay not keeping pace with the private sector. I work around Nashville, TN. At the company I work for, LPN pay starts at $20 hourly plus shift differential. The average...

  25. I need some advice please

    BishopLPN replied to rthornton07's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What type of facilities are you applying to? Where are you searching for job? What