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  1. I am an RN now!!!!

    WideOpenHeart replied to kantuta's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations!!!!!!! :) :) :) :) :) :)

  2. Any chicana(half latino/half white) nurses out there or are pursuing nursing?

    WideOpenHeart replied to captain_serenity's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi! I'm not latina, but I thought I'd drop in and share this link: Home page of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) Good luck!

  3. What made you decide to go for ASN or BSN?

    WideOpenHeart replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thanks - yes, I'm not married to this course of action by any means, but it's the path I'm pursuing right now. I'm so afraid of getting roped back into a desk job if I have a BSN, which would make the...

  4. What made you decide to go for ASN or BSN?

    WideOpenHeart replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well, I am still a student (actually just about to enter an LPN program), but it looks like I will bridge to RN- Associates, instead of RN- BSN. I've made this (tentative) decision because I will be...

  5. Nursing student being abused by teacher and staff

    WideOpenHeart replied to kyliel's topic in General Students

    Hi... you said there is one person left at the top to whom you have not spoken? It's time to make an appointment and go to that person to share what is happening. I know the person who directly...

  6. Where do you want to work as an LPN?

    WideOpenHeart replied to Lpn__'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would like to be a hospice lpn, preferably starting out in an in-house

  7. June 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    WideOpenHeart replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    That should have been: "For some reason, I'm unable to overcome a feeling of inadequacy." (Not

  8. June 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    WideOpenHeart replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "For some reason, I'm unable to overcome this feeling of

  9. June 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    WideOpenHeart replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "It's a big stethoscope, but somebody's got to wear

  10. What Is The Deal With All The Highly Educated & Professionals Becoming RNs?

    WideOpenHeart replied to PMFB-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I guess I am one of those highly-educated people to whom this post refers. I have a BA in English Literature and two masters degrees in (adult education and health promotion). (Long story as to why I...

  11. Am I stupid for not doing the ABSN?

    WideOpenHeart replied to ruby1989's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Basically, I just think it's a great thing that there are so many paths available, so that people with varying commitments, needs, etc., can find a good

  12. June 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    WideOpenHeart replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "I thought I was having a nightmare, but then I saw this giant stethoscope around my neck and realized I was at

  13. June 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    WideOpenHeart replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Does this stethoscope make my neck look

  14. Poop in nursing

    WideOpenHeart replied to KATRN78's topic in General Students

    There's poop in nursing?!?!?! No one told me there was poop in nursing!!!! Seriously, I could not have dealt with the poop in nursing when I was young... probably not even until I reached my mid- to...

  15. Getting my RN after going to a vocational college

    WideOpenHeart replied to Ethsmom's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi! It really varies. Here, depending on your program (some have cooperative agreements with community colleges and universities, while others do not), you might: (1) be able to go directly in to the...

  16. Am I stupid for not doing the ABSN?

    WideOpenHeart replied to ruby1989's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    p.s. I think part of the issue is the idea that one's life goes "on hold" while in nursing school. I am a writer and a web developer, and I am starting a nonprofit. There is a lot I want to accomplish...

  17. New student orientation

    WideOpenHeart replied to Lpn__'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good luck! It's so inspiring to see your enthusiasm! I wish I had done this at your age.

  18. Am I stupid for not doing the ABSN?

    WideOpenHeart replied to ruby1989's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The biggest mistakes of my life have been made doing what other people thought was right for me, or following what SEEMED like the right path, but just felt wrong. If you really do feel confused,...

  19. B.Sc.N, B.C.P. or Just forget it? Could use some advice.

    WideOpenHeart replied to Mharren's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, MHarren, I think you will get some support here, but I really believe that if you post this where on another allnurses forum where people who are already nurses (as opposed to students) post, you...

  20. First Test

    WideOpenHeart replied to hunnybunches's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Is there a way to get this sticky-noted? I am sure people could benefit from it over time.

  21. Officially Excepted!!!

    WideOpenHeart replied to Kmonte's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I really think you will get in... I'd be shocked if you didn't. You may even learn that you have a spot well before classes start. That said, unless they have a board-determined policy or legal...

  22. Kaplan Las Vegas LPN program

    WideOpenHeart replied to Lovelife888's topic in Nevada Nursing

    Hi... far be it from me to assume that the ADN (RN) route is better for you, since I've definitely established that the LPN route is the best for ME, but given the large differential between LPN and...

  23. will getting my lpn help?

    WideOpenHeart replied to TKeith8109's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi... it all depends on where you live and the programs available to you in your area - as well as your own, personal and family needs. For me, getting my LPN and then working through an RN-BSN bridge...

  24. I have a 4-year degree going to community college for nursing (LPN program)

    WideOpenHeart replied to lady4life's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Yay, vision

  25. I am new here wondering if anyone took the LPN-RN route even though they have a B.A..

    WideOpenHeart replied to Niks09's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    To your original question: I have a BA and two masters degrees (MS and M.Ed.), and I'm doing the LPN-first route for financial reasons. :) Lots of people do it,