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Archerlpvn LPN, LVN

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  1. LPN endorsement to TX.

    Archerlpvn replied to Archerlpvn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you

  2. LPN endorsement to TX.

    Archerlpvn replied to Archerlpvn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey commuter, when you endorsed into Texas, did you have take and pass the jurisprudence

  3. LPN endorsement to TX.

    Archerlpvn replied to Archerlpvn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You're right! My bad, I misread it and was going by the "exception" to rule 217.5. Thank you Commuter! You always have such concrete and solid replies, thank you

  4. MA before LVN/LPN?

    Archerlpvn replied to brittybby2010's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There are many vocational schools for you to choose from that offer LVN programs. I would stray away from the schools that encourage MA before LVN. If you want to be a licensed nurse, go straight for...

  5. Re-Examination Question. NEED HELP!

    Archerlpvn replied to jahnjermaine's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's better to get original license in WA anyway lol. They use NURSYS verification system so it is much easier to endorse out and what have you. And the LPN scope of practice is WAY wider! :) good...

  6. Wound Care Cerification for new grad LVN

    Archerlpvn replied to KatrinaS.B.'s topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    More than likely yes. I would imagine that for a professional nursing certificate that attaches to the licensed individual, the individual would have to have the license first. It will likely add to...

  7. Continuing Education for RN's/LPN's. Anyone have a favorite site?

    Archerlpvn replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    Medline university offers free courses! For RNs and

  8. Respiration counting

    Archerlpvn replied to AMMLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Acting like your taking an apical pulse with your stethy works like a charm!

  9. Best Small Cities/Towns Nurse Salary/Cost of Living Ratio

    Archerlpvn replied to stnurse2016's topic in General Nursing

    Portland is the most crowded city in Oregon, and much more crowded than Chico. I live in Portland lol. Salem, and Eugene might be better cities. Eugene is also a college town. WA state a has some...

  10. So what's going to happen to health care now?

    Archerlpvn replied to Rocknurse's topic in General Nursing

    Make that four ducks in that pond! I'm socially liberal, a gay male nurse, firearm wielding but fiscally

  11. New grad & I just got a job- I need advice

    Archerlpvn replied to NewNurse91D's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe ask your pcp about getting on subutex instead if appropriate, as it doesn't have the naloxone component and is straight bup? Maybe it has less of a

  12. LPN vs CMA

    Archerlpvn replied to bessienurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Here in Oregon LPNs are allowed to perform triage in person and telephonic. I believe WA state and Colorado allow LPNs to triage as well. I have never heard of a state lawfully allowing a CMA to...

  13. LPNs still in demand?

    Archerlpvn replied to Atweton's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In most areas geographically and general fields of nursing, LPNs are still employed and sought after. Home health both intermittent visits and private duty, corrections, long term care, clinics, the...

  14. Too late to take NCLEX?

    Archerlpvn replied to Flwrchild81's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Could there be a way around the Texas time limit?? Like taking the nclex in Texas but let's say for a NM, AZ, or other nearby state for original licensure who's requirements maybe be a bit more lax...

  15. Facility procedure = automatic scope?

    Archerlpvn replied to Glycerine82's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    What state are you

  16. any refresher courses for new LVNs that have not worked 2+ years??

    Archerlpvn replied to liznrs30's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The OP lives in CA where the LVN scope is extremely limited. LVNs don't technically assess out there they data collect. All they can administer is "natural" non Medicated solutions and blood, blood...

  17. PICC lines/LPN confusion

    Archerlpvn replied to HikingNurse8789's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Which state are you practicing

  18. How much do you make 2016

    Archerlpvn replied to soon2bnurse5's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    LPN with almost 4 years experience and making 24$ per hour here in Portland, Oregon at a mood disorder

  19. After mastectomy now what?

    Archerlpvn replied to Lessstress2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Consider working in a doctors office/primary care clinic or a specialty clinic of some sort of available? There are sometimes utilization review nurse LPN positions too. There are also home health...

  20. Future LVN moving to UK then back to US

    Archerlpvn replied to TEXN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You should contact your state board of nursing your planning on getting your initial licensure

  21. Can LPNs do nursing care plan

    Archerlpvn replied to Sequeyamh's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It states in the link that you are allowed to perform venipuncture. Aka draw blood. More than likely only from a peripheral

  22. LPN VS RN in outpatient setting

    Archerlpvn replied to jkerr2's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    In the state that I'm in, Oregon, LPNS can do a level of triage- in person and

  23. How to get over the "new nurse" fear

    Archerlpvn replied to karenflrz's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sadly you will eventually make a mistake. We are only human. Do your best, ask questions and for clarification if something isn't clear. Being clear will help mitigate the chance of making a critical...

  24. Question about Compact Licensure

    Archerlpvn replied to sammisk95's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If you declare Texas as your primary state of residence when you applied for your license then you would granted the compact Texas LVN license. If your friends indicated another state as the primary...

  25. I'm leaving California, Looking for a new state

    Archerlpvn replied to DaniloDaniels's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    So much also depends on your personality as well. If you're personable or not. In general you shouldn't have a problem finding a job so long as you're not too picky about what's Available. And always...