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  1. ADN in 2016 completely useless?

    nomadicnurse replied to Mr.Care's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Got a job at a magnet hospital as a new grad ADN in the NYC metro area. So yes, it is possible with much determination. Keep applying. Everywhere, even places you think you stand no chance.

  2. Feeling guilt, please respond

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work in a sub-acute rehab. Last week we had a patient who is admitted with pancreatitis. I received him four hours after his admission from the hospital. Immediately upon meeting him, he wanted to...

  3. What ACTUALLY works in nursing school

    nomadicnurse replied to Valcorie34's topic in Study Tips for Students's Share Tips

    Recording the lectures and listening quite a few times while taking notes from those recordings works best for me. The semester I did best on, this was my study method. I just graduated my RN program...

  4. New nurse, just want to walk out

    nomadicnurse replied to heronurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I felt the same way when I first started. I only had five days of orientation. I worked 7-3, but often left hours later to complete my work. I was so overwhelmed and stressed. I felt like quitting...

  5. LPN to Rn in northern schools Nj

    nomadicnurse replied to lpn1986's topic in LPN to RN

    I'm not sure. I know you can opt out of the entrance test with certain SAT scores. I was able to work full time the first semester (second semester of the program since we skip fundamentals as LPNs)...

  6. 2015 Current LPN Pay

    nomadicnurse replied to ipraz4him's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Full time per diem LPN at a LTC/Sub-acute rehab in NJ $25/hour as a new

  7. experience as LPN help you as aRN?

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in LPN to RN

    hello, I was wondering if anyone has noticed that their previous LPN experience has helped them land a job when they became an RN. I am an LPN, halfway through my RN program, and am anxious about this...

  8. quit my job?

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in LPN to RN

    I have been an LPN at a subacute rehab for 7 months now. The job is very stressful, and I often stay numerous hours past my shift to complete my work (work is often assigned to me AFTER my shift ends,...

  9. LTC Nurses please respond

    nomadicnurse replied to crd521's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    1. What size is your LTC facility? I.E. Maximum capacity for residents. 180 patients 2. What is the nursing to patient ratio? On days and evenings, one nurse to 26-33 patients. On nights, one nurse to...

  10. LPN to Rn in northern schools Nj

    nomadicnurse replied to lpn1986's topic in LPN to RN

    No, it's not easy to get into. But it is a very good program.

  11. LPN to Rn in northern schools Nj

    nomadicnurse replied to lpn1986's topic in LPN to RN

    I'm doing LPN to RN at HCCC CarePoint School of Nursing in Jersey City. You are able to skip one semester as an LPN. It is a very good program.. I highly recomend

  12. LPN job vs RN school

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    hello, I am an LPN working in a LTC/sub acute facility. I am also in RN school. The state just arrived at my facility, and I was told I cannot have the day off I requested (tomorrow, Monday) I needed...

  13. LPN job vs RN school

    nomadicnurse replied to nomadicnurse's topic in General Nursing

    they did not grant it. I gave them my schedule of days off, and still found myself on the schedule. When I inquired, they said it was not approved because the state is doing their survey. This is not...

  14. Not paid for working past your shift?

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello, So I just got a new job at a nursing home, and discovered that all time past our shifts end is unpaid. Is this normal? Like today for instance. I was ready to leave at 3, but a patient fell and...

  15. Not paid for working past your shift?

    nomadicnurse replied to nomadicnurse's topic in General Nursing

    we do punch in and out, and those hours are recorded. However, on the sheet we are made to sign to receive our check, it states the hours we were there, and then it states a "paid hours" section for...

  16. Trying to make it in LTC

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hello, I just got a job in LTC, and I previously worked at a doctors office. I am very nervous and do not feel confident as a nurse in this new position. I am trying to get into the swing of things...

  17. Trying to get through..

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in Long Term Acute Care

    Sorry,

  18. LPN-ADN

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in LPN to RN

    Hello! I am in an LPN-ADN bridge program, and I will join the second semester of nursing classes in January. I am so excited, and feel like the pieces of my life are finally falling into place. The...

  19. new job package

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hello, I was just offered a position as a LPN at a local nursing home. They gave me two pay packages to chose from: $25/hour with no benefits, or $18.45 with benefits. I am having trouble deciding, as...

  20. Very Strange Interview Experience

    nomadicnurse posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    A few weeks ago, I sent out my resume and very personalized cover letters to numerous institutions in my area. I. Received one call back from an institution I was highly interested in asking me to...

  21. I can't seem to find employment! Help!!!

    nomadicnurse replied to tellousse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am also an LPN in Northern NJ. It took me two and a half months to find a position. In order to find a job, I also endorsed my license to NY, got certified in ACLS, PALS, BLS, EKGs and IV...

  22. salary

    nomadicnurse replied to simplysw33t's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am in NYC, work at an allergy clinic and make $22/hour. Most of my old classmates make more than me though, usually $24~$28. Hopefully I will fetch a job like that soon, although I am thankful for...

  23. Just got my acceptance letter!

    nomadicnurse replied to nursingstudent321's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Hey everyone! How are you enjoying care point school of nursing? I am a current LPN and I am joining your class in January in the evening division. I am absolutely thrilled to be joining you, and I'm...

  24. Carepoint / Christ Hopsital School of Nursing

    nomadicnurse replied to alexdhg's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hey everyone! how are you liking Care Point School of Nursing? I am an LPN, and will be joining the class in January (was able to skip the first semester because of my current license) and wanted to...

  25. Helene Fuld College of Nursing? LPN to RN

    nomadicnurse replied to xxMichelleJxx's topic in LPN to RN

    I wanted to go to Helene Fuld, until I went to an information session. One woman, with a very high pitched voice (I believe she said she taught the psych classes?) said that "LPN's are not real...