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    Help!!! Can they really do this???

    pagandeva2000 replied to AnnieMae*'s topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Which will lead to less admissions to program, leads to less money=close program. Doesn't mean that the students were idiots, just means that the program sucks lemons and that is
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    I cant take nursing anymore

    pagandeva2000 replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    SEE WHAT I MEAN??? When they say "I know..." and have no answers is enough to make any sane person run for the hills. My friend has been off of the floor for over a year as an admission nurse. One...
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    LPNs with a Diploma vs LPNs with an Associate's Degree

    pagandeva2000 replied to avigrrl80's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Does your friend intend to use her degree in public health or has she had any options to utilize it? I am asking because I am seriously considering going the same route and am researching this option...
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    Help!!! Can they really do this???

    pagandeva2000 replied to AnnieMae*'s topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    :bow:EXCELLENT summary! It is true...all of these programs advertize falsely. The entire game is a farce, but it will never stop. This is how money is wasted, resources never made available and...
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    Assisted Living

    pagandeva2000 replied to tammy07's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I never worked in assisted living and am curious myself. I did hear that most of the patients are pretty independent, so, most should not be bedridden. I say to bite the bullet and give it a try....
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    Terrified of getting a job.

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

    You are brand new! ALL of us walked in with paralyzing fear, but somehow, we made it. I only gave medications to one person the entire time in school, and suddenly, here I was, thrust into having to...
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    Help!!! Can they really do this???

    pagandeva2000 replied to AnnieMae*'s topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It seems that most school require some sort of an exit exam these days. I had to take ATI, but it was the first time for a new LPN program. I did okay, but in 2006 they did not mandate that one pass...
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    Best reasons for LPN over RN

    pagandeva2000 replied to Old and New's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you for the compliment. It is especially meaningful coming from
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    I cant take nursing anymore

    pagandeva2000 replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    Well, of course...when the 'god' doctors get attacked, it is okay, but for us lowly nurses...nothing. These are the reasons why nurses are so burned out. EVERYTHING is dumped on nursing. And no one...
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    I cant take nursing anymore

    pagandeva2000 replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    That is the thing; we love the idea but not the reality about what we are doing. Again, I remember speaking to my friend and one of the things we discussed are the fact that when I became a nurse, I...
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    I cant take nursing anymore

    pagandeva2000 replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    I would tell you not to be discouraged, but to always have another plan just in case. Complete your program and see what life brings you afterwards. Not everyone's experience has to be so bad. I...
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    I cant take nursing anymore

    pagandeva2000 replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    I'll tell you about it if you wish in a few days. I plan to go to the college tomorrow to speak to advisors. However, from what I see, many of them work for the Department of Health, hospitals (in...
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    I cant take nursing anymore

    pagandeva2000 replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    My best friend and I were just saying the same thing ourselves. What absurdity nursing
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    I cant take nursing anymore

    pagandeva2000 replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    I say to look into other options, maybe a different floor, different hospital, setting, etc...but I hear your pain. My girlfriend and I were talking just today and we are both exploring other options...
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    Hospital broke contract and now wants ME to pay 20,000!

    pagandeva2000 replied to imalilteapott's topic in General Nursing

    Well, in our case, they had every intention of hiring their investments and making us repay in blood, sweat and tears, so, that was not a worry. BELIEVE ME, they offered you a position. Now, if you...
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    PDR.net does not recognize RNs as medical professionals

    pagandeva2000 replied to jenny456's topic in General Nursing

    I am not too thrilled to have lift a book that may break my arms, to search through pages and pages of information just to find side effects and more advertising logos, anyhow. Most doctors I know...
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    retaking NCLEX after 15 years

    pagandeva2000 replied to drtnshtr's topic in General Nursing

    Due to the gap of time between graduation and taking NCLEX, I strongly suggest that you take a review course. So many things may have changed between now and then that you have to be prepared in a...
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    A question about hiring new CNA's

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

    You might inquire if this thread can be moved to the General Discussion Board. I don't personally know about the hiring process of CNAs, or really any place. There are many reasons why one person...
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    Best reasons for LPN over RN

    pagandeva2000 replied to Old and New's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think it has to do with what your expectations in life are. I am employed in a hospital clinic setting and love it. I work Monday to Friday, (some of our clinics work alternate Saturdays, but I am...
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    LPN's who were CNA, CMT, PCT, etc...

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

    I used to be a bit of all mentioned, and never heard of an increase in pay due to these experiences. Does not mean that it can't happen, just saying that it never came up in my area. I do believe...
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    Nursing home (random thought)

    pagandeva2000 replied to Orenda's topic in General Nursing

    I hope that I never have to work in a nursing home, because my conscience would not be able to take what I have witnessed as a CNA when I worked in one. Even then, I saw how horrible the conditions...
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    full of DOUBT! need advice from EVERYONE!

    pagandeva2000 replied to Amethyst8324's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    From where I live, the lab assistant, EKG and phlebotomist courses have not led to any substantial positions. In fact, most of those programs are very expensive, the students have to take enormous...
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    Picking LPN over RN

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

    How long can you stay away after you obtain the LPN license? Maybe a short break (a semester) is what you need. If they allow you a term or two without penalty, then, maybe think about it, but if RN...
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    Calling all LPNs to read something....

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

    I saw the thread, and it seemed that this person did not see the difference between how Patient Care Associates (CNAs with additional skills) and Licensed Practical Nurses. Not sure what this person...
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    Not Much difference in job duties by a PCA and LPN?

    pagandeva2000 replied to Angela.RN2B's topic in General Nursing

    What amazes me in these debates is the assumption that every LPN's mouth waters to become RNs. Not true! I see the differences...yes, for sure, much of it can be considered as cosmetic...but for me,...