My school had no being a male bonus. Now maybe when you get into the the job world they might give you a .000001% boost for being a male, but I doubt it. Some programs may or may not give you a...
DustinShadbolt replied to nurse2beomoola's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
If you are aiming to work at an LTC, LPN is a great way to do it. You'll make a steady and decent check. It would be a great way to see if you are interested in going farther before you spend the...
DustinShadbolt replied to Jeisikah's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
I think it is. You will always hear about LPN's being cut. My mom has heard the same thing for the last 10+ years. They dwindle down and then surge up again due to the cost of LPN vs RN salary just...
DustinShadbolt replied to Aongroup1990's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
A lot of nursing homes offer scholarships and tuition assistance for any full-time/part-time employees that are attempting to further their education I notice your profile says you are from NW...
DustinShadbolt replied to jadabraxton96's topic in Geriatric, LTC
Get your CNA license. Some nursing programs will offer some credit in their program for your CNA experience. I even got out of a lab course because I am a CNA. It is a physically demanding job....
DustinShadbolt replied to Rn 1979's topic in Men in Nursing
Just remember why you are there and the rest seems to not even matter. I just started as a CNA and I understand the bedbath comment you made. Just remember that you are providing care to the...
One of my local hospitals doesn't require you to be certified (however, that's about to change soon like really soon). If the hospital is a part of a big network like IU Health here in Indiana, you...
You should always take your information with you. I've had an employer in the past that wasn't in the nursing field that didn't allow the application to be taken home. It's something you should be...
Just remember that you are still a student. It's okay to ask questions and ask for help. Don't feel like you have to know it all and have it mastered before you leave the facility this weekend....
While this is very off-topic, your hate might be misplaced. If you are upset because of "a budget hasn't yet been put in place", you need to look at Congress. They are responsible for the budget...