NurseTralala

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1. Car, School, Debt?

   NurseTralala replied to RDLVN's topic in LPN/LVN

   What on earth? If any nursing program gives a flying hoot about how you got to clinical, its not a nursing program to consider. Showing up on time is usually the priority. And being aware of how transit works will ensure you show up on time. Plenty o...

2. Car, School, Debt?

   NurseTralala replied to RDLVN's topic in LPN/LVN

   Is it possible to ditch the vehicle and use public transport? It's not ideal for travel time but between insurance, gas, and service to keep it running, that's going to rack up a large bill. Versus the amount you'd pay for a monthly bus pass? I think...

3. get kicked off because of med error

   NurseTralala replied to hbahta's topic in LPN/LVN

   It sounds like OP was in a pre-grad preceptorship...which I took part in as well. A fully licensed LPN took a course and allowed us to work on their license so we could experience a more independent experience on the floor. They co-sign on all narcot...

4. Why did you become a nurse?

   NurseTralala replied to Valerie99's topic in General Nursing

   I had had a rough time in university, very directionless ect. I ended up leaving after my second year and was left to fend for myself in the world of retail. I liked the work when it came to helping people but the pressure of sales was eating my soul...

5. LPN/LVN salary for 2013/2014

   NurseTralala replied to Moving Foward's topic in LPN/LVN

   AB, working for the province will get you 25.93 starting. Private agencies tend to pay less, I've heard 22/hr for a contract at a LTC facility.