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  1. Orlando tech to Valencia AVS

    Scottishtape replied to Happy.Nurselet's topic in Florida Nursing

    I'm currently in the AVS program at Valencia. We have several LPNs from Orlando tech. I don't know what 12 credits you're taking about, but the students from Orlando Tech do all of the same work and...

  2. When did you start applying for positions?

    Scottishtape posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone :) I wasn't sure where to stick this, so general it is. I have one semester left of the bridge program, and God willing, I will make it through *fingers and toes crossed* I've been told I...

  3. Lpn to Rn online

    Scottishtape replied to Iamloved528's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't know of any that are *strictly* online, however, there are many that are hybrids. I'm currently in a hybrid LPN - RN program. There are no lectures. You are responsible for learning the...

  4. So, just how much?

    Scottishtape replied to ltcnurse4u's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It sounds like you're working and nor being paid for all the work you do d/t their current pay policy. If it were me, I would look a t negotiating a salary, so that not matter what, I knew I would be...

  5. Fixed my stupid mistake and got back in!

    Scottishtape posted a topic in LPN to RN

    So, I posted last month about how I withdrew from the LPN - RN bridge program. It was a tough decision and I felt like it was a huge mistake. I ended up getting a part time job while I continue...

  6. Valencia College Advanced Track Spring 2016

    Scottishtape replied to FHWGmedic's topic in School, College Programs

    No. If you turn down the seat if offered, you have to reapply completely the next semester. It should have said that in the email you received explaining about being an

  7. Fixed my stupid mistake and got back in!

    Scottishtape replied to Scottishtape's topic in LPN to RN

    Thank

  8. LPN in hospitals

    Scottishtape replied to nursemarsh32's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I saw a few positions last week for LPNs in L&D at one of the major hospitals where I'm

  9. Is my CNA job in danger?

    Scottishtape replied to inprocess's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, they can fire you for being sick. That's part of being within your probationary period. Also, in many states, you can be fired at any time for any reason. That said, I don't think they will...

  10. First ltc interview

    Scottishtape replied to Alexisanne293's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on being newly licensed! The majority of interviews I've gone on have all included a quick rundown of previous employment and then they throw scenarios at me to see how I would...

  11. Valencia College Advanced Track Spring 2016

    Scottishtape replied to FHWGmedic's topic in School, College Programs

    They called me first to ask if I wanted the seat and when I said yes, they emailed me the official, "you're accepted"

  12. Valencia College Advanced Track Spring 2016

    Scottishtape replied to FHWGmedic's topic in School, College Programs

    I had everything all ready to upload when I got the call. I had already ordered my uniforms, name tags, nursing kit, etc. That way, when I got the call all I had to do was upload all my immunizations...

  13. Valencia College Advanced Track Spring 2016

    Scottishtape replied to FHWGmedic's topic in School, College Programs

    I'll be in the Summer AVS class. I was an alternate for Spring 2016, and I was notified that I got a seat for Spring in mid-december. They could let you know at any time really. Just be prepared to...

  14. Obesity; The "Second Hand Smoke" of Modern American Society

    Scottishtape replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    I guarantee that if people stopped eating processed foods and ridiculous amounts of sugar - even cold turkey - they will not die. So, yes, I see the irony the PP spoke of. I grew up in a poor family...

  15. Policing Parents and illness

    Scottishtape replied to rbytsdy's topic in School

    I'm dealing with this issue today - only from the parent side of it. My little one vomited twice last night so I kept her home today just in case (she's totally fine, but I believe it's better to miss...

  16. Feeling discouraged, could use some guidance

    Scottishtape posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hey everyone :) So, I've been an LPN for 11 years. I really loved it, up until I moved to FL. Down here, LPNshave much less autonomy, and frankly I've felt like I'm not even a nurse down here. It...

  17. Survival of the Fittest - Resilience

    Scottishtape replied to traumaRUs's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Thank you. This post is very thought provoking, thank you for posting

  18. Changing professions after age 50

    Scottishtape replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    I haven't read the rest of the replies, because I'm feeling lazy at the moment. My mother in law changed careers in her late 60's from another field to the medical field. She graduated last February...

  19. Survival of the Fittest - Resilience

    Scottishtape replied to traumaRUs's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Thank you

  20. Survival of the Fittest - Resilience

    Scottishtape replied to traumaRUs's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Thank

  21. Just wondering

    Scottishtape replied to Nursing 123's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Mmmm. Well. This thread: https://allnurses.com/california-nursing/challenging-the-boards-763569.html has a pretty good amount of information on this subject. Really though, I think this is an...

  22. New LVN orientation 2 days!

    Scottishtape replied to mlpr's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It's really facility dependent. I've worked SNFs that had great orientations (4 weeks), and others where I've had one day, and was thrown on the floor. What is important is that you recognize how well...

  23. Feeling discouraged, could use some guidance

    Scottishtape replied to Scottishtape's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks for the encouragement :) I ended up having a fantastic employment opportunity fall into my lap yesterday, which is great. I was hired on the spot and am very excited about the possibilities....

  24. The Suicide Pact

    Scottishtape replied to TheCommuter's topic in Nursing News

    Wow. What an amazing story. I still struggle between my heart and my mind on this subject, constantly arguing with myself to figure out where I stand, and I never seem to come to a concrete stance....

  25. Survival of the Fittest - Resilience

    Scottishtape replied to traumaRUs's topic in Health, Stress Management

    You know what I wonder about resilience? Is, why does the same person have an incredible amount of resiliance one day, and then the next, they don't? When my daughter passed away (after 4 years of...