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I have had a nurse recruiter for a hospital specifically say, " Do not apply online to this facility, because once you press the finish button for the app. it is lost in cyberspace." So I sent it via snailmail and had an interview within days. Just make sure if you do apply online, touch base with them via telephone to make sure the app was actually received and to show your interest and initiative..

Hi All, Just checking in to give an update. Started my son on Concerta, on Saturday. He had a headache the first day, but said he really noticed the difference with his focusing, was able to be more organized in everything he did that day. The next day he started to come down with a cold, so I'm not sure if the headache was medication induced or from his cold. On Monday, he said he had a really good day at school, didnt feel like he was the outcast of class anymore, was able to hold his own. Came home really happy and looking forward to going to school. Homework only took 2 hrs instead of allnight No side effects reported. Appetite still great, eats like a bottomless pit. Spoke with his teacher, we'll be keeping an eye on him to see how it all works out. Told the teacher that if the meds dont help his class situation, that I'm pulling him off of them, teacher agreed, said that my son has no behavioral issues, just focusing difficulties. His teacher has known him for about 2 years and said if he notices any changes and any area, he'll call right away. The Dr is starting him out with 18mg for the first week and will double the dosage for the second week to see if there is a change or if the dosage will stay minimal. This is all still new so we'll see what the outcome will be. Thanks to all for the advice and stories, you all came through marvelously. This has been a very hard decision for us to make, but hopefully it work out for the best. Will keep you posted. Thanks J

I'm sending my prayers and positive thoughts, as well.

:yeahthat: The first thing I said when I read your post, Someday-C.R.N.A,was "WOW" It's enlightening hearing it from your point of view. The response from everyone here is awesome and more than I had expected. And I definately appreciate everyone for taking their time to respond. Each one of you has given me a helpful piece of information to consider. Thank You. J

I ran into the same situation as you. Did my LVN first and dont regret it, I figured if I have to take more steps to reach my goal, so be it, at least I was taking steps. I had so many people tell me that doing the LVN program would be a waste of time and to just go straight through for my RN, if I had done that I would still be waiting, as a friend of mine is still on the waiting list, and she got on it when I started school for LVN. There is a waiting list also for the LVN to RN bridge program, but it's a shorter list, at least in my area it is. My income has gone up and I'm in the nursing field while I wait for my number to come up. Any experience you can get whether it be CNA, LVN or RN is always valuable to have. My first choice was to go straight through and get my RN, but sometimes we must make things happen and not wait for them to happen. Keep your goal in sight, there is always more than one way to reach it. Good luck to you J

Thanks for the responses :) I have just felt so guilty for what is happening to him. I have had teachers tell me he would do better if he had more support at home. Well he actually gets more attention and help from me than my 2 girls get. I switched to 11p to 7a shift so I could be there when he needs me, so I was at a loss of how much more can I be there for him. Im doing everything in my power to make sure he doesnt fail. Well anywho, thanks for all of the support and info. J

Hi all, Sorry this is long. I need your advice, I'm at my wits end and hope I'm doing the right thing and hoping it's not too late. My husband says I should know what to do since I'm a nurse now, but knowing what is right for my patients is one thing, and doing whats right for my kids is something totally different, I dont have the doctor, doctors orders or charge nurse, to go to if I have questions or concerns, like I do with patients. Well, my 10year old son has just started the 5th grade and his first week was just horrible. All throughout his elementary education he has had problems with focusing. No hyperactivity, at all, but the boy can sit and daydream or find anything else to do, except class/homework, while sitting quietly at his desk or at home at the table. I had been hoping that he would outgrow this as time went on, his teachers have said "boys mature slower than girls, give it time" but its getting worse. And its not only school work, he has a horrible time following verbal directions. I have to tell him several times what to do before he finally gets it. Like going to retrieve something from another room, I tell him what he needs to get, he repeats back to me, what he'll be getting and where to get it from, then he'll come back empty handed, multiple times(just an example) He does get frustrated, and asks "why are other people able to do things easier than me." Well, I took him to an ADD specialist. I dont want his academic career to go down the drain. He only has one class and one teacher right now, and has trouble handling that. Soon he'll be going to Jr High and I'm afraid he'll get really lost and give up on school. He is able comprehend his work, but cant get organized enough to do it. Hes actually quite bright, has high test scores, when he actually can finish the test. The doctor had a meeting with me and my son, we did all of the paperwork, in which there is tons of. And she is recommending meds for him, we go in Tuesday to talk about all of our options. Can anyone advise me on what to be cautious of. Maybe what meds should set off alarms and bells, and what meds for ADD you have had good experiences with. I know meds affect everyone different, but any advise will be welcome. Thanks J

Hi, Did you take Nclex for RN or LVN? Dont know how the RN results work, but if you are waiting for LVN results, it can take a while, it took 3weeks & 4days for my results to come in the mail. After you pass, you have to send in $100 for your license and then they will post your name on the Board. Hope this helps. IGNORE any nclex seminar flyers you may receive in the mail, they are just solicitations and have nothing to do with whether you passed or failed J

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!! :balloons: :biggringi :flowersfo KNEW YOU WOULD DO IT :smiley_aa :w00t:

If you dont mind my asking, which website did you go to, and do you have any idea if they hire LVN's and what kind of experience is required. Thanks J

found out on saturday that I passed with 87.

Thanks, You guys gave me the encouragement I needed and the patience that I was beginning to lack. You guys are awesome J

Well everybody, I PASSED!!!!!!! , the brochures were just bad timing and as everyone else has already said, they dont mean a thing. Its already nerve wrecking waiting sooooo long for the test results, but then to receive mail like that, well, its enough to bring on a nervous breakdown. Good luck to everyone still waiting for their results. I'll be praying for you. J

Well guys, I finally received my results, and I passed . Guess the brochures were just really, really bad timing. I will pray for you future nurses still awaiting your test results. J

Current smoker here, still battling with this demon. Everytime I quit, I find an excuse to start again. Tried cold turkey, of course failed. Tried the patch, failed. Just like any other addiction you really have to want to quit. I'll get it right and when I do, it will be a great day for my family. Failure is all part of success the eventual success.