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    Sick of being a LPN

    pagandeva2000 replied to lilaclover6984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Best of luck to you and keep us
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    Sick of being a LPN

    pagandeva2000 replied to lilaclover6984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Most people advise to go straight for the RN because of increased job opportunities and respect gained by their peers. In addition, it cuts through the chase for those truly interested in becoming...
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    Salem State College

    pagandeva2000 replied to mzj0nes's topic in LPN to RN

    You live in Salem, MA? I visited there 4 times! A very quiet, quaint town. I love it there!A question I have for you is what are the LPN opportunities down there? And, are the hospitals/facilities...
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    Sick of being a LPN

    pagandeva2000 replied to lilaclover6984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That is definitely understandable! If one needs to further their education to get where they wish to be in their careers, I support them all the way! And, yes, geographics plays an important role...
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    Sick of being a LPN

    pagandeva2000 replied to lilaclover6984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It can be taken by some that egglady's response was a bit harsh, but I understand her rationale. Once you put your foot down to people, they learn to leave you alone. Each person makes their own...
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    Go for PCT or LPN???

    pagandeva2000 replied to Misslady113's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would also go for the LPN. This way, you sort of jump the gun and become a nurse. Also, you get to see if being an actual nurse is for you, and if you are determined enough, you will take the...
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    I'm not tech savvy...help me minimize the pain of books/backpack weight! :)

    pagandeva2000 replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Nursing

    Just recently, the Kindle electronic reader created by Amazon.com and Nook, created by Barnes and Noble (which will be out in a few weeks) have been the craze. I don't know if these devices take all...
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    Should you treat a prisoner different

    pagandeva2000 replied to PEBBLES1's topic in General Nursing

    I have not worked in corrections, so, I don't come with an experienced answer. However, I think you should follow the suggestions listed here thus far, beginning with thoroughly reading the policy...
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    Accepted and Excited!!

    pagandeva2000 replied to ladybugme!'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Congratulations and wishing you a successful journey through nursing
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    Can you become a nurse without making the effort?

    pagandeva2000 replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think that to make it through nursing school, you have to know how to play their game; may it be to answer the tests and do the assignments with the answers they want to hear. As mentioned, does it...
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    Need Advice On Wife

    pagandeva2000 replied to prthd's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am in agreement with Kymmi. Nursing school is a demon all it's own, and I noticed that only those that have experienced it can understand. You are immersed with these people...male and female...
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    Would You Accept Swine Flu Vaccine?

    pagandeva2000 posted a topic in Disaster Preparation

    My facility had a town hall meeting and announced that this year, it will be mandatory for all direct care staff to get the flu shot, and that they expect the swine flu vaccine to be ready this year,...
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    Gloves and injections

    pagandeva2000 replied to cmonkey's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I see the gloves as an additional barrier because you never know what a person giving the injection is exposed to, either. And, the way I see it is because the person administering the needle...
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    Just started lpn school

    pagandeva2000 replied to mlclove's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Best of luck to everyone entering into the nursing
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    Pharmacology Cert from NAPNES

    pagandeva2000 replied to Steffers's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I had always wanted to know myself...did the Pharmacology Certification benefit anyone or give them an edge over anyone else who did not take it. It would be nice to get an
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    Evidence LPN's may be "phased" out

    pagandeva2000 replied to Miwila's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think that your friend is wrong. If you compare the education between Medical Assistants and Practical Nurses, it is like comparing apples to watermelons. Yes, you learn some similar things, but...
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    Gloves and injections

    pagandeva2000 replied to cmonkey's topic in General Nursing

    I remember reading the packet from Mollen (which shocked me, actually) that stated it was not required to wear gloves, but they decided to make it part of their policy for their nurses to don them...
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    How much walking do you have to do every day?

    pagandeva2000 replied to Bill Levinson's topic in General Nursing

    I did the same thing a few years back when I was a Patient Care Associate...got a pedometer for my walking regimene and decided to use it at work. At that time, I averaged about 8 miles a day. As a...
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    Baptist Health School San Antonio LVN fall 2010 You in?

    pagandeva2000 replied to zzrxoc's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good luck to all of
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    Anyone going to St. Francis Career College?

    pagandeva2000 replied to domarera's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    One thing I believe has to be considered before entering into any program is the trend of hiring LPNs in your area. If the job market is promising (especially for new grads), then, maybe it is worth...
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    working as cna while in lpn school?

    pagandeva2000 replied to rhonda1976's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I believe that it can be helpful, and of course, most adults need to earn money because life does go on...bills need to be paid and eating is a nice thing to do (smile). If you find a place that is...
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    Starting Clinicals on Tuesday!!

    pagandeva2000 replied to ksauce20's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    When you first go in, make sure you know where the supplies are...most clinical instructors do a sort of savanger hunt for their students to know where the medications, refrigerator, charts, MARs, etc...
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    Badddddddddddddd week....

    pagandeva2000 replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sorry to hear that your husband is sick. When you said you put him in the facility, do you mean that you put him in the facility you work for? Hoping for clarification. I don't blame you for...
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    Everest... Please Help!

    pagandeva2000 replied to BrittanyRae's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would inquire with the school. In my area (New York), they will accept the credits as long as they are not older than say 7-8 years. And, many LPNs are doing the LPN to RN bridge programs and have...
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    just got lpn license

    pagandeva2000 replied to onmywayok's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I do believe that LTC would probably not be a bad start (depending on the nursing home). Their activities are more routine, from what I hear, and you can master how to administer meds, do treatments,...