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    Request not to be placed at certain clinical site

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to sheirry's topic in General Students

    If they already placed you there, it may be difficult. I know we are not allowed to switch clinical even thought they do not start till the end of August because all of our information has been sent...
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    How to get family to understand

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to missnursingstudent19's topic in General Students

    Honey, your mom is LAZY, move out ASAP. And I say that as a mother of three children under eight. 12 cats unless you own a sanctuary is absurd and your mom can get her own cigs and energy drinks. I...
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    Do lpns give vaccinations?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to naomifain's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    That's so insane. I have my beliefs and values but in healthcare those have no place in the care I give my patients. I think people who do not vaccinate, deny women's rights, and push their beliefs on...
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    Why is it so hard to find a job?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to JFLEURIM's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I live in Ohio and when I graduated in 2008 it took me forever to get a job but it was in the middle of the worst of the recession. I know where I live at now, LTCs are desperate for LPNs, encouraging...
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    Trade schools

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to sk8erboi9405's topic in General Students

    I've done both - trade school for LPN and currently community college for my bridge program. I am in the Midwest so prices will be lower for me in general but my 12 month LPN program ran me $15k and...
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    Is an accelerated BSN worth $87K?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to KJet5's topic in General Students

    If it's three years, realistically you could do an ADN program in 2-3 years, then one more online for BSN for half the price. I pretty much had to all the pre-reqs for a general nursing program for my...
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    Is an accelerated BSN worth $87K?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to KJet5's topic in General Students

    The thing is, it's never just the tuition, it will end up being more than $87k. For example, I am in a bridge program that costs $7k/year for full time (community college) on average with additional...
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    LPN to RN school tips

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to Psalm 23's topic in LPN to RN

    I start my bridge program in July, I am lucky that I only work PRN since my husband is able to support us. I have three kids under 8 so I can't imagine working full time and going to school full time....
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    Advice on applying to other nursing programs due to clinical failure.

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to Lionami's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Honestly your going to run into this at other schools and get the same result. If I was at work with students shadowing me and one of them fell ASLEEP while I was charting, I would be very concerned...
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    tips to keep patients from passing out durumg blood draws?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just wanting some tips on blood draws and patients who tend to pass out with it. I often do wellness draws on site for my job, the patients are fasting. I've only had 3 patients pass out but its...
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    Help! Wife,Mom,&Student

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to Dreamer05's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I recently dropped down to PRN job wise but I worked full time the first two years while doing my pre-reqs. Its been a whirlwind for sure, didn't help that we decided to have our third baby in the...
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    Managing CNA's

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to mrsmonteon's topic in General Nursing

    This is why I love my PRN even if its not as much money on the hour as other places because we do not manage them AT ALL. They have their own boss, its her job to address complaints between the aides,...
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    How much is a normal raise

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to Sully64's topic in General Nursing

    The only time I have ever received more than a 2-3% raise was when I was in a position, most likely the first and last time lol, to say either pay me for doing several people's jobs, or I am out. I...
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    Leaving nursing. Has anyone else done it? How?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    I was lucky enough to take a break when I was burnt out and stay home with my kids. I told my husband I wanted to work at speedway and drink slushies all day lol it just sounded stress free and nice....
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    Nurse's Week Gifts from Employers

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to twss2323's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I work in a small facility but our DON is doing a carry in. She isn't a pain in the ass, is reasonable, and truly wants us all to do well so honestly that's present enough for me. She often gets us...
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    Living expenses while in ADN program

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to arb29171's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Anything is doable. I definitely think you can work at the very least part time if you do not have children and still maintain good standing in the nursing program. Your life will be work/school/sleep...
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    Working as a CNA - What are my best options?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to Zzyx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I know the hospital I delivered my 3 children at had techs at times in OB and mother/baby but I don't think there is many of them. In my area, CNAs are badly needed so you would have no problem...
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    Classes before LPN school?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to Samanthamc's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I was just accepted into my LPN to RN program. I had to do all the pre-reqs because my LPN pre-reqs didn't transfer. I guess in theory you could do all of your bridge program pre-reqs before even...
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    New Nursing Student - Need advice on what to study over summer to prepare

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to TerryOBerry's topic in General Students

    I start in July after 3 years of pre-reqs and was going to inquire the same! But, my husband told me as well, I need to relax. I've been going non stop since I started and I am finally only working...
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    LPN to RN bridge choice, good or not?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to RBFNurse2b's topic in LPN to RN

    The pros are pretty much what everyone already went over. The poster who mentioned that it can be easier to get into a bridge program instead of a traditional nursing program has been right in my...
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    Nurses are truly underpaid

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to holly2422's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    LTC can be pretty brutal but you are not stuck in it as an LPN there are other options. I spent two years in LTC as a CNA then after my LPN I worked in LTC for 6 months before I knew I had to try...
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    Not sure if I want to be a CNA anymore

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to Thehappylotus's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Being a CNA is a tough job. I was one for two years in LTC so not sure how it compares to the hospital. But 20 plus full care patients, unrealistic expectations on $12/hour wears thin quick. I will...
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    Being called in to work extra.. ALL. THE. TIME!

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to 20plusyearRN's topic in General Nursing

    That is so wrong. I don't understand why employers think they will retain good workers with this type of backdoor retaliation. I rarely want to work OT when I have put my 40 hours in, I show up time,...
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    Do your teachers round up grades?

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to NewNurs2020's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most of my pre-req teachers have. My chem Prof would round up if you didn't miss many
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    other non traditional students / moms

    LPNtoRNin2016OH replied to KThurmond's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am non traditional, 3 bambinos under 8, husband, now only working PRN thank god. It took me three years to get my LPN to RN bridge requirements due to working FT and having our youngest during the...