Are there any LPNs that currently work as a DON/ADON of a facility? How was your first few months? What are some of your challenges and how did you work them out? Any tips?
April White-Lewis replied to nicky73's topic in Pre-Nursing
Congrats! Your are off to a great start. It is natural to be nervous. You are entering a rewarding and passionate field. It may become overwhelming sometimes along the way, but stay motivated and remember the reasons that you want to become a nurse. ...
April White-Lewis replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing
Geographic location- Birmingham, AL Pay rate- $18.50 In which area / specialty do you work? Geriatrics What type of license do you have (RN or LPN)? LPN -in school now for RN ADN What type of degree and/or certification do you have? Diploma LPN How m...
April White-Lewis replied to smartypantsnurse's topic in LPN/LVN
I am in RN school right now. I felt the same way and you know what happened? My (I'll wait a year) turned into almost 5-6 years. If you are passioniate about it :yes:and it's what you see yourself doing in the future, go and get it.
April White-Lewis replied to Affsana's topic in Alabama
Congrats everyone!! I wish you all the best. I have along time before I get to where you all are. I have to take my prerequisites first. Hoping to start at the Shelby campus in Jan '13. I will be looking for yall help in the future. Let us all know i...
April White-Lewis replied to p2of8's topic in LPN/LVN
I am also a night shift nurse and I love it, but my only issue is being away from home. I agree with everything everyone before me has said. I plan to work night shift a little longer though. At least until I finished most of my RN courses.
April White-Lewis replied to HippyDippyLPN's topic in LPN/LVN
I've been LPN for only 10 years, but I have recently decided to pursue my RN. I want to venture out and explore other area, but most of those areas are limited for LPNs. Here in Birmingham, AL alot of doors are closing on LPNs. There are more opportu...