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  1. Don't Want To Be A Nurse Anymore...

    amari posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi all, I've been an LPN for almost 7 years, before that a CNA for 4 years. Most of that was LTC, which would burn anyone out. But right now I'm working in an outpatient clinic, and it's boring and...

  2. I want to get out of nursing, but should I do the BSN anyway?

    amari posted a topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I KNOW this is an insane question! That being said, the degree itself is a life goal kind of thing, and I have most (all?) of the gen ed reqs done already- many from the school I'm planning to...

  3. First job after LPN licensing & Being treated with disrespect!

    amari replied to Mary0000's topic in General Nursing

    One of the most important things to learn in nursing is how to stick up for yourself, because unfortunately it's a rarity that someone else will do it for you. I've found that, in most cases, it earns...

  4. I need to vent! Frustrated ADN

    amari posted a topic in General Nursing

    I feel like I get on here and vent every couple of years, and at this point I'm starting to think it's a sign. I've been a nurse for 10 years. I was an LPN for most of that time, and I graduated from...

  5. Periop 101- I just want a damn interview!

    amari posted a topic in Operating Room

    I don't know if any of you work in Seattle, but if you do, I've applied at (and hassled) Harborview for the periop 101, and Swedish just posted openings for the fall cohort this week. If anyone has...

  6. How do I get into the OR as a new grad?

    amari posted a topic in Operating Room

    Hi all, I graduated in December 2015 from a well-respected community college in the Seattle area, and many of my classmates were already accepted into residencies at Swedish and Providence. I'm in the...

  7. How do I get into the OR as a new grad?

    amari replied to amari's topic in Operating Room

    Thanks ladyvp. I do have some dermatology experience, do I'll definitely bring that up. I feel pretty confident that I have the enthusiasm to get the job, is just a matter of getting an interview!...

  8. How do I get into the OR as a new grad?

    amari replied to amari's topic in Operating Room

    Wow, no credit for being an LPN? That makes my blood boil. My LPN classmates have gotten credit, at least financially speaking, and have gotten into residencies as well. I admire you not putting up...

  9. How do I get into the OR as a new grad?

    amari replied to amari's topic in Operating Room

    Thanks Jess! Again, more great advice. Thank you so much. I'll definitely keep all this in mind, going forward. In Seattle, looks like there are a lot of OR openings right now, but not a lot of...

  10. How do I get into the OR as a new grad?

    amari replied to amari's topic in Operating Room

    Thanks! Great tips! I think I could interview well for the OR because it won't be hard for me to feel passionate about it. I've been really lucky to observe many times, between the LPN and RN...

  11. How do I get into the OR as a new grad?

    amari replied to amari's topic in Operating Room

    Thanks! I'm definitely going to mention my interest in OR to the recruiters. I hope something goes my way, in that regard! Congrats on getting the

  12. WGU RN to BSN

    amari posted a topic in Western Governors University

    Hey everyone, I did a search on this subject on allnurses and came up with ooooolllllllldddd threads. I might have missed a newer one, and if I did, I apologize. I'm an LPN with 9 years experience,...

  13. WGU RN to BSN

    amari replied to amari's topic in Western Governors University

    Thanks, I must have missed

  14. NEED TO VENT

    amari posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I just got accepted to an LPN to RN program...but they didn't have the space for me so I didn't actually get in (yes, it's backwards and dumb). A friend of mine, who used to be an LPN and actually...

  15. At the end of my program

    amari replied to chrisSPN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Why are you feeling discouraged? It's best to address this now. When I was in the LPN program, I thought it was the hardest thing I ever did in my life....and then I had my first two weeks on the...

  16. Annoyed! Where is the love?!

    amari replied to angieedoll's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey angiedoll, There's nothing wrong with being an LPN. I've been one for 7 years and it's been pretty rewarding, but at the same time, I completely feel your frustration. I recommend to anyone...

  17. Don't Want To Be A Nurse Anymore...

    amari replied to amari's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks MedChica. Yes, I'm planning on continuing to work as a nurse while I go back to school for something else. The idea of trying to get my RN- with all the fiery hoops you have to jump through-...

  18. Don't Want To Be A Nurse Anymore...

    amari replied to amari's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks for the reply, Commuter. You're certainly right, what I'm seeking in a job is an excellent question. I'm trying to find the answer. Complicating things is the fact that I'm planning a big move...

  19. Just relocated to WA from MA, LPN 6 years exp, can't find job! What's going on?

    amari posted a topic in Washington Nursing

    Hi, I just relocated from Boston to Seattle, got here at the beginning of November. I started applying for jobs back in October, before I even left. I've had a few interviews by phone and in person,...

  20. What if I pretend not to be an LPN to get into school?

    amari posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi all, I know this is a very odd question. I'm sure that I'm not the only LPN in the frustrated, trying to get into the ADN program at some stupid community college boat. My boyfriend, who has a...

  21. ISU LVN to BSN program California

    amari replied to LadyinScrubs's topic in Indiana State University

    LadyinScrubs, you're a dynamo. And you basically just solved allllllllllllllll my problems when you posted the link to that LPN training program site! So, Washington state now DOES accept an ISU...

  22. What if I pretend not to be an LPN to get into school?

    amari replied to amari's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would love to do that, but I haven't been able to find one, except that online Indiana State U one (which I'm considering). Where are you

  23. ISU LVN to BSN program California

    amari replied to LadyinScrubs's topic in Indiana State University

    LadyinScrubs, I love you! I was just going to post a thread about this very thing. I was looking at ISU through Sonoma State....my backround is a little confusing but basically I'm an LPN, currently...

  24. LPN moving to WA, should I bother trying to get my RN there, or just find a new job?

    amari posted a topic in Washington Nursing

    Sorry for the defeatist attitude, but I just got rejected from an LPN-to-RN bridge program in Massachusetts. I was a really strong applicant, so I can only assume it was because there were so few...

  25. Time to Make a Change for LPNS.

    amari posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hello, I have been an LPN for 5 years and I would very much like to start an effort to advocate for LPNs. I don't know what it's like in the state you live, but in Massachusetts, LPNs are being pushed...