nomadicnurse

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. :)

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 leave against medical advice. When it was explained...

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 last week! :)

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 everyday. I had dreams about making mistakes at work,...

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) but this semester I cannot. I just put in my reques...

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

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 tough job market. By the time I graduate, I will ...

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, like discharges or admissions they want me to hel...

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 50-60 patients. 3. What is the CNA to patient rat...

No, it's not easy to get into. But it is a very good program. https://www.carepointhealth.org/carepoint-health-school-of-nursing/admissions-school-of-nursing

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 it.

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 that day off because I have a test in my RN progra...

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 the first time they have not followed the days off...

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 the 3-11 nurse had not yet arrived. Therefore, I ...

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 the hours we were scheduled for (minus the 30 minut...

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 and properly manage my time, as well as refreshing m...

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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 issue my mind is having, is my ability to work and d...

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 I am a healthy young woman with no medical issues...

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 come in for an interview. She called me on a Friday, ...

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 certification. The job market here is very rough. I'm lookin...

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 the one I have.

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 so excited for this journey to be a registered nur...

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 know how people were enjoying it, how the clinical ...

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 nurses. You don't have any actual degree yet". My collea...