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    Adult Mental Health

    pagandeva2000 replied to Pegasus65's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I worked in a psych hospital as a tech for 12 years. Had interesting times. I was certified to administer oral medications, and that sure came in handy when I finally started nursing school...I...
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    Crushed Future LPN

    pagandeva2000 replied to Hopefull nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    People are amazing, aren't they? I have had to correct so many people that if I collected money, I would have been rich and not have to work at all, as any sort of
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    Crushed Future LPN

    pagandeva2000 replied to Hopefull nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I loved these responses...did I say I loved those
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    Crushed Future LPN

    pagandeva2000 replied to Hopefull nurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I echo all that has already been said. Nursing can be very progressive. You do not have to remain an LPN if you don't want to. RN programs are so competitive that a perspective student can waste...
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    facebook and nursing school?

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

    This is the ABSOLUTE truth...a conversation can occur about clinicals, even without the name of the patient being mentioned can compromise you. Even mentioning symptoms, initials, identifying...
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    career opportunity

    pagandeva2000 replied to janet123's topic in International Nursing

    Moved to Canadian Nurses Forum to increase chance of
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    LTC vs HH vs Hospitals for LPN Student (CNA)

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

    I think that if you are able to obtain a position in a hospital, you would get to see more and also get experience in the pace that hospitals set themselves on. Most hospitals in my area hire CNAs...
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    IV Certification

    pagandeva2000 replied to caitmarie813's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was trained for free at my job, even though I was assigned to work in the clinic. Didn't get to use it often until I started working overtime on the floors. Thank goodness, a few days before, I...
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    How many LPN's Don't Plan To Pursue the RN Title?

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

    Thanks for the clarity. That still sucks. But I am a bit confused...don't they miss out on some of the necessary courses such as Med Surg II, or is the rest of the program geared towards leadership...
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    is LPN a good choice?

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

    I think it is a fair choice to start with. Many times, it is easier to transition into LPN to RN or LPN to BSN bridge programs, which can cut down on the long waiting lists for traditional RN...
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    How many LPN's Don't Plan To Pursue the RN Title?

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

    Wait a minute...the school encouraged their graduates to take BOTH the LPN and RN boards?? It sounds to me that they expected failures. And, if that is the case, maybe the message is that "Oh, well,...
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    How many LPN's Don't Plan To Pursue the RN Title?

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

    I'm a bit confused on what you mean and need clarity: when you say you have been feeding the RN programs and not getting anything in return, are you saying that the BSN program was poorly set up for...
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    Need advice and a little encouragement........

    pagandeva2000 replied to sexxilpn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm really sorry to hear that you failed on your first try and wish for the best your second time around. What I did was create a 5 week plan by studying and doing at least about 300 daily questions...
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    SW Boces Entrance Exam

    pagandeva2000 replied to MrsPerezLPN's topic in New York Nursing

    If you live in New York and are in an RN program, they no longer allow students to sit for NCLEX-PN before graduation...this started in 2007, I believe. Now, the student is not eligible to sit for...
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    Lonestar LVN Fall 2010

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

    I understand your position as well-however, I think it is best for the person to call and inquire so that they know for sure. If the person has, in fact, been non-compliant to the requirements, the...
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    Mildred Elley NYC LPN Program

    pagandeva2000 replied to Want2BAnurseBadly's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    You will have to inquire, but, I believe (am not SURE, but BELIEVE) that after 5-10 years, certain courses such as the sciences would have expired, and this, of course would include the anatomy course...
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    Mildred Elley NYC LPN Program

    pagandeva2000 replied to Want2BAnurseBadly's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    In most cases, financial aid doesn't cover for continuing education courses (at least none that I am aware of). You don't have to be a student enrolled to take any continuing ed
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    How many LPN's Don't Plan To Pursue the RN Title?

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

    I had a friend who went to LPN school with me and has tried to talk me into going back for the RN--saying "You'll get more respect. More opportunities, etc..." and I told her that I also know what I...
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    Lonestar LVN Fall 2010

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

    While I know each school has their own requirements, most times, they are understanding that the Hepatitis B series is usually not completed, especially for those who are entering the health care...
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    Mildred Elley NYC LPN Program

    pagandeva2000 replied to Want2BAnurseBadly's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    No, I don't. Where is it located? I do live in the New York Metropolitian area, but I'm not sure if I heard of that particular school. If it is one of those rip off trade schools, I would beware,...
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    PPD Measurement Tape

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    I just wanted to leave a note to thank you for the resource. I already had two packages sent...I now have 100 PPD measuring tapes and some literature to pass to patients about TB. I gave each nurse...
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    Mildred Elley NYC LPN Program

    pagandeva2000 replied to Want2BAnurseBadly's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't suggest the Medical Assisting course unless it is $2000 or less. Most of them are employed in doctor's offices, which may not be a bad thing, but these programs crank out MAs like water,...
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    LPN can't find a job because of school schedule

    pagandeva2000 replied to tsv1567's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I think you are better off mentioning it in the beginning. As you said, you don't want to waste their time, nor do you want yours wasted, either. If the job is not a good fit for your lifestyle,...
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    How many LPN's Don't Plan To Pursue the RN Title?

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

    I have had so many strange looks from people when I say I don't want to do it...if I had a penny for each strange look or comment, I'd be so rich I wouldn't have to work at all. I feel the same...I...
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    Even the media doesn't consider us "nurses"?!

    pagandeva2000 replied to CT Pixie's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I added my two cents