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1. LPN Refresher Course - Alberta

   goodlife85 replied to goodlife85's topic in Canada

   Make sure get in touch with CLPNA and voice your concerns via email. It’s so important they know this is a problem. We literally have no options.

2. LPN Refresher Course - Alberta

   goodlife85 replied to goodlife85's topic in Canada

   I emailed the college directly. This is the response I got on Wednesday. Norquest College: ”The Practical Nurse Refresher program is currently under review and not taking applications.You will need to wait for the review to be completed and updated o...

3. LPN Refresher Course - Alberta

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   Hello. I’m sorry you’re in the same position. It’s definitely not desirable. Makes me regret wanting to spend a few early years my kids, which shouldn’t be the case. I’m curious if you were made aware by the CLPNA of the 1000 hour change (within 4...

4. LPN Refresher Course - Alberta

   goodlife85 replied to goodlife85's topic in Canada

   I will be yes, as I don’t have my 1000 hours logged in the last 4 years due to being home with my kids. Apparently this is something that was implemented last year.

5. LPN Refresher Course - Alberta

   goodlife85 posted a topic in Canada

   Hey All! Looking for some advice/insight... I've been out of the work force for a few years (since 2017) stayed home to raise my kids. My youngest will be starting Kindergarten in the Fall and I am now ready to get back onto the floor. As Nur...

6. Nursing while pregnant -- Advice please :)

   goodlife85 replied to goodlife85's topic in Canada

   Thank you both for your replies. Like I said, it's my first, so I really don't know what to expect! Obviously I want to continue working full scope (and not burden my co-workers) for as long as I can; just wanted to know if there were any particular ...

7. Nursing while pregnant -- Advice please :)

   goodlife85 posted a topic in Canada

   Hi Everyone! I work full time as a LPN on a busy medical/surgical unit. I am expecting my first baby in the fall, currently 11 weeks along. I'm just wondering if there are any nursing activities I need to avoid? Am I able to care for isolation patien...