Jade Nicole

Hi Kelly, there is some great info online, look up nurse entrepreneurs. I met an amazing lady through their FB page who created an ebook on how to get started on your own, not sure I can give her name here. As for me, I began getting my own clients through an app called Care. My situation is unique because I have to bring my daughter with me, so I enjoy the flexibility of choosing my shifts and choosing my clients. I'm also insured. This is mostly private duty caregiving, though I also provide nursing skills if there is a doctors order for it. I haven't dug into all the legal aspects except for taxes and insurance. But I make $30 hourly doing this.

I live in New Hampshire, and I work in home health making between $29-$35 hourly depending on the case In a SNF with no experience I made $33 hourly

Hey all... I became an LPN in February 2021. I worked for about a year in a skilled rehab, weekends only. I recently switched to correctional nursing at the county jail, weekends only. (I work two 12's and I am a SAHM during the week.) This post is partly about wondering if this is the right kind of job for me, but it's more about whether or not nursing is right for me... My nursing program wasn't great - high instructor turnover, we switched to zoom when covid began and we didn't have in-person clinicals. I did well on tests but I really lacked experience and skills. One year into nursing, and I still feel so unqualified and sometimes I feel really stupid. I make such basic mistakes. I have trouble pronouncing so many medications. I hardly ever have the right answer for someone on the spot. Yesterday I gave an inmate (my first) IM injection of Phenergan through a small opening in her door, and I was nervous. Afterwards, I literally set the needle down, without the safety cap, and put a band aid on her. The nurse shadowing me of course made a big deal about it, and rightfully so. I feel like I am not making progress. In this work environment there is not much positive support, and I feel bad about myself a lot. Is it normal to feel this way in the beginning? This is a very humbling experience. I honestly feel like I have been faking it until I make it. Some extra details about me... I am a Christian and I am over the top loving and caring and kind which I believe has helped me in the field. But it's the wisdom, experience and knowledge I am lacking. I just applied for an RN program, and my hope is that more education and real clinical experience with a teacher will help build my confidence and competence as a nurse. Any positive feedback?

You definitely did the right thing. Thank God you were there to see it!

I think you should look for another job, I don't believe it's like that everywhere! It's important that you stay healthy, physically and mentally.

Looking for some advice! I graduated LPN school and I'm taking the NCLEX on 2/24. I was offered a job in a subacute rehab making $30 hourly in Maine. They IV train their new nurses. They also train their nurses for 2-6 weeks, however much you need. I would have 10-11 pts. I feel this would be some great experience! But I also think it would be overwhelming as a brand new nurse. I'm sure there are many nurses who went right into SNF, how was it for you? Also, should I accept the job?

A felony dui? I have a misdemeanor DWI and I completed my nursing program and got approved for boards. Here's my advice... Be honest on your application, because they find it no matter what. I had to write a letter explaining what happened and provide court documents. I believe people generally want to help those who have changed their lives around. The board of nursing is more against crimes related to people..thefts, shootings, I believe anyway.

Hi! I just completed an LPN program and our class ages ranged from 21-50 ...many of them in late 30s. You are at just the right age! My mom had a state job for 25 years and at age 50 changed careers and was much happier. I think LVN/LPN is a great first step because schooling is not very long and then you start out making good money. Where I'm living, I will be starting out making $26-$27.50 an hour. I'm going to get really good experience as an LPN before going into the bridge program to be an RN. Another good reason to start with LPN is to see if you even like nursing before you go further. I hope this helps!

Lab used to make me nervous too. Sometimes I would practice alone just to get the hang of it before working with a partner. You can watch Youtube videos while practicing the skills. Don't quit. It takes some of us awhile to learn the hands on skills, try to practice a lot. You will feel differently by the end of your program!

I wouldn't wait until your daughter finishes highschool...go after your goal now. Try not to compare and worry about what others are doing...if you don't become an RN you may feel regret in your later years. If you become an RN in your early-mid 50s, you could work as an RN for a good 15-20 years as long as you stay healthy and motivated!

I plan to be an RN, but I chose to become an LPN first. I am 4 months away from graduating. I have 3 little girls, and a day RN program was not practical for me because I take care of my daughters during the day, so I go to school part time evenings and weekends. I love the idea of getting a few years experience as a nurse before getting my RN and BSN. I don't believe it is a step back but rather a stepping stone. After graduation, I am moving to my home state of NH, where LPNs make about $28 an hour, which I will certainly be happy with. My nursing instructor worked as an LPN for 10 years before getting her RN and she said she breezed right through the bridge program because of it. If you are second guessing the journey you are on, there may be a reason for it. If your mom got sick and an LPN is taking care of your mom and she's inspiring you, that may be the answer to your prayers/confusion. Your pre-requisites have not been taken in vain, you will need them for the RN program when you're ready. You can always apply for an LVN program and take the entrance exam and see what happens and go from there! Hope this helps!

Well that sounds good! I'm getting my LPN right now in Tennessee (Navy spouse) but I hope to apply to LPN to RN programs in NH afterward.

Hi! How is the program going? Do they offer day and evening classes or just day? I am looking into it when I move back to New Hampshire.

Hi! If you are second guessing becoming a nurse, you are not too far in to change your mind, although I'm sure you will feel bad about the money and time spent. But if your heart isn't in it, you shouldn't force yourself to continue. On the other hand, your experience in nursing school may have been totally different this far if you had a different instructor or if the challenges with your niece didn't happen. You don't want to make a big decision based on your emotions. If it were me, I would be praying a lot. Switching to becoming a PT is definitely a great idea too. I hope you have peace with whatever you decide to do!

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