Don't let you're age discourage you from achieving your dreams! I just graduated last year with a 65 year old classmate! She inspired me everyday, because I thought I was old at 40 trying to do this! There were people older than me, besides the 65 ye...
Just try to get a good night's sleep before the test! I know that is easier said than done. I just studied a variety of questions and made sure I knew my basic lab values. Also, I believe even I talked to about the test says they had some type of cru...
I just got hired at a LTC and I would appreciate any advice I can get on how to survive and do the best job for the patients in my care! I'm so nervous, but excited too! Thanks to all in advance!!!
I've just graduated and passed NCLEX! I've been applying for jobs, but I'm receiving no call backs! No hospitals are hiring LPNs right now! It's either nursing homes or doctor's offices! I worry that if I get into doctor's office that I'll lose my sk...
newnurse_12 replied to newnurse_12's topic in Job Hunt
kindlylili I went in person to most of the LTC facilites or I applied online. I think it's better to go in person. I submitted application after application with my resume. Also, networking with former classmates lead me to apply at places that were ...
newnurse_12 replied to historylovinglpn's topic in LPN/LVN
I'm a new nurse and about to start my first job at a LTC and I hope they're nice! I heard and saw all through nursing school the "mean nures." It definitely makes me anxious about what may lie ahead. I just want to do the best for the patients in my ...
Thank you, so much! I just got hired at a LTC and will start this week after my fingerprinting check comes back. This is awesome and I'm so nervous! I just want to do the best job I can do for the patients in my care!
newnurse_12 replied to Denisse3's topic in LPN/LVN
I just wanted to add that you should know a little about the place that you hope to get the job! It shows them you have interest in their facility. Do a little research about them! It's not just about what they will ask you, but a chance for you to a...
I understand where you're coming from, because I'm a new grad too! I would love to be in your shoes right now and at least have a 2nd interview! I have yet to be interviewed by anyone, for anything! I wish you luck and just snap that job up and get s...
newnurse_12 replied to fresitachulita's topic in LPN/LVN Students
Yes, this is definitely normal! If you weren't a least a little scared, I'd be worried! I just graduated with my LPN, and it was a rough year! Especially, that first day when I thought this is too much! It got better, but you have to stay on top of i...
newnurse_12 replied to newnurse_12's topic in Job Hunt
Thank you, for your input! I live in a smaller town than Tampa with less options! It is great to get some inside info about nursing homes. I thought if it had 1 or 2 stars that it had to be a horrible place to work! Yes, I know you're probably right ...
newnurse_12 replied to HippyDippyLPN's topic in LPN/LVN
I just graduated in July and justed passed NCLEX! I'm currently looking for work, but no one wants to hire a new nurse! Especially LPN and it makes me wonder would I have a better chance at getting hired as a RN. While I was in school, I often felt t...