NotMyProblem MSN

NotMyProblem MSN ASN, BSN, MSN, LPN, RN

Med/Surg, LTACH, LTC, Home Health

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  1. PVT with expired credit card?

    Six years ago, I was reeled in by the PVT just like you guys. I gave it a try. The registration process was different back then in that the credit card screen was the bad pop up. Fortunately for me, I...
  2. Failed with 75, Passed with 75.

    A huge CONGRATULATIONS to
  3. EC would not look at any of my preqs/nuring classes!

    Is your current program regionally accredited? That is the only reason that I could think of (other than the possibility of any course not being college-level) that EC would not accept any of the...
  4. EC would not look at any of my preqs/nuring classes!

    Double
  5. After 19 years took NCLEX-RN

    Oh dear! No, we wouldn't understand what you've been through. But we do understand what you've not gone through....and that's a complete healthcare metamorphosis. It seems that you guys are on your...
  6. I want to give up

    You don't memorize the rationales; you learn the concept behind them. You must think about how each correct answer ties in with the question. Then you must think about what the incorrect rationales...
  7. LPN to ASN time frame

    It is my belief that most LPN-ASN bridge programs are one year in length. I'm sure it depends on each individual institution and its
  8. If you are an LPN are you married or in a relationship?

    Yes, I am. Still have similar issues due to an ill (dementia) elderly parent, and issues with an adult daughter who is bipolar. Ironically, my daughter (while in 'one of her moods'), also stated a...
  9. If you are an LPN are you married or in a relationship?

    Actually, no, it doesn't. I was an LPN for 24 years before getting my RN 6 years ago. I was a single parent...took my kids to the beach, zoos, etc. I made it work!! Got married a few times; nothing...
  10. Excelsior LPN to RN

    If you listen closely, you will here the same thing about community college XYZ if a student failed during his or her last semester. "Don't go there because they'll take all your money and then...
  11. What Does This Even Mean?

    Whatever number you were on when your exam finished, the NCLEX will review the last 60 of those items to see where you were primarily maintained in reference to the passing line. If you primarily...
  12. In that case, I would definitely consult with an attorney just in case something comes of the review. It could be that the BON are just doing a thorough check before granting the license. It would...
  13. How many nursing classes at a time?

    If I recall correctly, I took one 15-week course combined with two 8-week courses. The 8-week courses were consecutive as opposed to concurrent. That way, I only had two active courses at one time,...
  14. Anyone else decide to not to go on to RN and stay an LPN?

    Sounds like you and I attended the same college
  15. Wanted to go back for RN

    You sound like me....just before I finally decided on an online route. Sitting in the classroom had my dropping A&P at every attempt. I'd pass the lecture portion, but fail miserably during the...
  16. Excelsior online nursing school?

    I received my ASN and BSN from Excelsior. For my BON, I simply had to show that already had clinical experience as an LPN; had far more than the required hours. In reviewing your post, it seems to me...
  17. Only Crusty Old Bats will remember..

    Shift report was done between the two charge nurses, with the rest of us standing around the fiberglass casing of the nurses desk listening in. Afterwards, the charge tore off the rooms to divide the...
  18. New LPN covering CNA shifts

    Also, if I were you, I'd use caution or would change my username if it happens to be the same as my real name. For all you know, I could be your supervisor or manager...which, of course, I'm
  19. Soooo...what was your question again? Did you not have to do a criminal background check before entering nursing and/or taking the NCLEX? If so, did you voluntarily disclose this information? If you...
  20. New LPN covering CNA shifts

    If your rate of pay has not changed, continue with the assigned duties while you look for and secure employment elsewhere. If you have a discussion with your employer once you find another nursing...
  21. Being Pulled into the Office for calling CAT

    At my hospital, if the nurses are even in doubt about the physical stability of our patients, we are obligated to call the MET (medical emergency team)team first and inform (not ask) the doctor what...
  22. I'm a Man, Can I be Successful as An OB Nurse

    This is true. But most women make sure that they are 'prepared' to see the doctor before the doctor makes rounds. Male or female physician, they ask the nurse about the amount of bleeding instead of...
  23. I'm a Man, Can I be Successful as An OB Nurse

    I'm strictly med-surg at the hospital even though here lately, I can't tell. But, only personally speaking, I can't imagine a woman of child-bearing years, and especially one that has just given...
  24. ED vs ICU

    Now that these awesome nurses have addressed ED and ICU nursing, I'll chime in with my two cents and say that if you hold onto the mindset that you're "not concerned about pay or any of that rubbish",...