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I'm a new LPN Grad. I keep applying for jobs in the Western Washington, but I keep getting told they are looking for someone with Phlebotomy training and ACLS. I can't seem to find anything online for quick certifications, just 2 quarter long $1600 p...

I just wanted to know if anyone can tell me what the pre-requisite course "Health Assessment" is? I had my transcripts evaluated and I wanted to start Sept. 1st. I have 8 CU's to complete in the pre-requisites... US History (2 CU's), Biochemistry (3 ...

Yes, It appears to have changed to a single 3 CU class. I have attached a copy of what my transcripts were compared to ...

I am suppose to start in Sept. & I have 8 Cu's pre-req to take. & I've taken Nutrition twice in the last 3 years and look forward to taking it yet again.... just because no one thinks you learned anything! Grrrr.....! I filled out my backgrou...

Nikeoli The ATI was easy. You only need a 60% to pass. I advise taking it right after your NCLEX while everything is still fresh.

I'm a new LPN grad, continuing on to RN, starting in late June.... I'm getting frustrated trying to find a part time/ per diem job for a new grad that's Not home health or LTC. Is there any recommendations for how I can make myself stand out? I've go...

I'm starting my RN bridge in June at Tacoma CC. It's much easier to get into a bridge than a regular program.

ABCs. Airway, Breathing, Circulation & Assess Before Care Watch out for key phrases, don't chose answers that offer absolutes... always, never. There are no guarantees. If you have the option to choose something life threatening, that's probabl...

There are no easy solutions when it comes to studying for an NCLEX. Strategy guides can help you learn to look for key phrasing, but you need a strong foundation of critical thinking to eliminate answers. I've never heard of anyone who has walked out...

Study guides..... Depends on your program & your instructor. Learn for yourself & your career. Everything is relevant, even if it doesn't seem to be. So keep up on syllabus assigned reading, take notes in class to make yourself listen activel...

My nursing program LPN was a year of crap! A revolving door of instructors who had no clue how to cover the massive amount of information in 6 short weeks. We would have 4 hours lecture per subject 2 days a week, then 2 days a week clinical/skills &a...

Everyone in my nursing class put their faith into the PVT.... & no one got the good pop up & failed. One student had the maximum number of questions, got the good pop up & had to wait nearly a week longer than other students testing the s...

SuzieVN, as a new grad I was a little surprised to be told in a job interview at an urgent care clinic, that because they did not have an RN on staff, I would be required to have the phlebotomy/IV training. They required their LPNs to do all blood dr...

I was one of those students who was constantly told by my nursing program that phlebotomy & IV certification would be on the job training with my facility of employment. Get out into the real world & get told I need those to make myself emplo...

Happybum, you should also take into (depending on your college policy) that the time you wait for entry into programs ages your prerequisites. Here in Western Washington, I had to take a full year 45 credits worth of prerequisites, & depending on...

I just finished an LPN program, because I was tired of rejection due to too many applicants in my area. I didn't even have to wait to start my LPN program! Basically I can work as a nurse, I have the first year of an RN program finished, & bridg...

Common. I think it's based off the lack of social & self time. You get so over whelmed by the program. It's like everyone puts their lives on hold. I remember that just getting to go to the salon to get a hair cut was difficult, but maybe that's ...

I know this sounds really bad, but I haven't done the background or Insurance yet, just because TCC has their Winter drawing at the end of next week. I know its an extreme long shot to be picked, but I figure on that 3% chance I will hold out just th...

I have my immunizations taken care of, that's about all. I have until Dec. 2nd to get everything submitted. I will get my book list once everything is in. I would definitely be interested in used books, if you have any you would resell by that point!

Hi Ladies! I'm going to be in the class right after you! I will start Bates Spring 2012! I'm also looking to bridge to RN and finish with a BSN. Do you have any useful tips for preparing? Any information is appreciated! I hope you are doing great in ...