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  1. LPN/LVN rate of pay in your area.

    flwannaB replied to Couture_Honey's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    taxminia0311: Here is a quote from the Occupational Outlook of what type of personality is required to be an LPN. "LPNs should have a caring, sympathetic nature. They should be emotionally stable,...

  2. LPN/LVN rate of pay in your area.

    flwannaB replied to Couture_Honey's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congrats on passing the Nclex!!! It may have taken 3 times but the important thing is that you passed and living your dream. $20/hr is a great starting pay. Good luck to you and your new

  3. Should I get an LPN degree as a way to get an RN degree?

    flwannaB replied to floridanurse2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is awesome news. Let us know what

  4. Should I get an LPN degree as a way to get an RN degree?

    flwannaB replied to floridanurse2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I chose first available. The October class is a night class but I doubt I will get in that. I am going to call back in mid Oct to see where they are on the list. I will keep you

  5. LPN relocation

    flwannaB replied to Donna Irby's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I hate to start a fight here but these people have lost everything. $2000.00 can only last so long. These people need love, support and compassion. Not

  6. Should I get an LPN degree as a way to get an RN degree?

    flwannaB replied to floridanurse2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes I did take the CNA prep class. I have to say that I had no idea what I was getting into when I signed on. It was a fly by night class. I should have went for an approved 170 hour CNA coorifice....

  7. Should I get an LPN degree as a way to get an RN degree?

    flwannaB replied to floridanurse2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I live in St. Pete but I am on the wait list at Erwin Tech in Tampa. Here is there website http://www.erwintech.org/ There is Galen Institute in St. Pete. They have no wait list but are a bit more...

  8. Should I get an LPN degree as a way to get an RN degree?

    flwannaB replied to floridanurse2b's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I want to be an RN as well. But..... as you said, there is a huge wait list. There is a wait list for most LPN programs here in the Tampabay area but not as long. I am on one myself. I would go for...

  9. LVN Pay in your Area???

    flwannaB replied to Anjewels's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am waiting to get into LPN school in the Tampabay area. What area are you from? How easy was it go get a job right out of

  10. I am obsessed

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

    Thank you for those words of encouragement. You are always so positive and uplifting. I bet you are an excellent nurse.

  11. I am obsessed

    flwannaB posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am number 22 on the wait list for an LPN school. I may get in October or January. I have been thinking about nothing else since May. I have never wanted anything so bad in my life. I can't think...

  12. LPN in Hospice

    flwannaB replied to CMLPNnowRN's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I too have considered doing hospice. Both of my parents were taken care of by hospice nurses. They were warm, loving and gave them excellent care. I believe God gives special abilities to those that...

  13. Quit my job. CNA Yes or No?

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

    You are waiting for Erwin right? I just called and they are through number 10 so far. Looks good for us for January or March. Hopefully

  14. Quit my job. CNA Yes or No?

    flwannaB posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I just put in my two week notice at a job I have been working at for 7 years. (non medical career) I am still on the waiting list for local tech school. Should I go for my CNA until I get picked or...

  15. Quit my job. CNA Yes or No?

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

    Where were you thinking of going to to get your cna? Red Cross or one of the ones advertised in the

  16. Quit my job. CNA Yes or No?

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

    I have no problem getting my cna and doing it again in January. It would be a good refresher. What else am I going to do? I won't have a job

  17. Quit my job. CNA Yes or No?

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

    I looked at job openings for patient techs and CNA's at a local hospital. I was excited to find out they do hire them. This makes my decision a little easier. My ultimate goal is to work in a hospital...

  18. Quit my job. CNA Yes or No?

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

    I agree with you 100%. When I do go to school, I can only work weekends just to bring a little extra money in. I would love to have the clinical experience before I get to school. It sure is something...

  19. Quit my job. CNA Yes or No?

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

    That is a great idea. Before both my parents passed away, they were taken care of by the wonderful nurses at MP. That is why I want to be a nurse today. I will check the job openings. Thank you for...

  20. I am obsessed

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

    I am still waiting to hear. I guess I should look into CNA class for now. Doesn't look as though I will make it to the October

  21. What can an RN do than an LPN can't?

    flwannaB replied to pdpeanut's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would have to say that of all I have read on this topic, this is by far the best explanation of the difference in RN and LPN. Kudos to

  22. I am obsessed

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

    I have considered quitting my job and working as a CNA until I can get into my LPN school just to get into the field. Problem is, I hold the insurance and when I get into school I will quit...

  23. LPN class full should I take...

    flwannaB replied to xyz's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would take the class. You should also find out if you can earn credit towards your LPN. The class I am waiting to get into takes credit for an approved CNA class. As far as you being the oldest in...

  24. I am obsessed

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

    I know the feeling. Good to know I'm not

  25. I Passed Nclex Lpn Today

    flwannaB replied to dawnregit's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Awesome. Congrats. Now you breath :)