StocktonNurse BSN, LVN, RN, EMT-B

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    Graduating BSN soon....next PMHNP

    StocktonNurse posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hello all...I'm here to present some questions and hoping to gain insight into my future. So I will be graduating from a BSN program within 8 months (knock on wood), and I have aspirations to become...
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    Group work sucks....at times

    StocktonNurse replied to StocktonNurse's topic in LPN to RN

    Totally appreciate the feedback. So here's what happens at the end of class. I'm a little frustrated, but I vented to another peer and felt better because they acknowledge frustration in their group...
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    LVN w/ 8.5yrs...dying for RN school

    StocktonNurse replied to Junebug903's topic in General Students

    Just do it...opportunity is knocking and $29k is nothing! After that you can go to the state college to complete your BSN. I would do it in a heart beat...especially with that discount!!. You'll be...
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    Vocational nursing-but I have an associates degree!

    StocktonNurse replied to ericabrett's topic in General Students

    Well, I went here Xavier College - Home Page in 2007, and have been working ever since. I bought my first home and cars by becoming an LVN, and now I have two sons because I finished school and...
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    Mens nursing shoes?

    StocktonNurse replied to BumbleBuddy's topic in Men in Nursing

    I like the to use new balance shoes because I am tall and heavy, and they make them wide. I used to always buy a certain brand of new balance trail running shoes and swap out the insoles for some...
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    VA hospital CLC

    StocktonNurse replied to Allstar2014's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've been working for the VA for since 2013. I work in an outpatient CBOC. So it is different compared to working in a community living center. I have a friend who did work there prior to coming to...
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    ticks

    StocktonNurse replied to kenzie123's topic in School

    I once pulled over 10 ticks out of a gang ofpuppies. Best way is to use tweezers, and try to go for the head instead of the body and pull it out. Those ticks really burrow themselves in and can be...
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    50 miles too far to drive for lpn job?

    StocktonNurse replied to northmississippi's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    50 miles is pretty far. Have you considered looking in your town. I believe that when it comes to find a job as an LVN, we should be determined to find a job in town, and then if need be then go to...
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    How long did it take you to finish your prerequisites?

    StocktonNurse replied to JessicaWalker's topic in General Students

    If you take your time and try not to get far ahead of yourself, typically you can be done within 1.5-2years. The best approach is to take classes every semester and summer till you fulfill the...
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    Stockton, CA housing?

    StocktonNurse replied to errn73's topic in Travel

    Well, You should be fine in Stockton. I've been her the majority of my life and we have our ups and downs. Of course, if you are looking for trouble, you will find it. So it is best to stay away...
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    NP with pension retirement plan?

    StocktonNurse replied to kellyjnurse's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The 401K is called the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which they match and you invest into, then there is also the Federal Retirement System (FERS). The combination of the two creates your pension. For...
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    NP with pension retirement plan?

    StocktonNurse replied to kellyjnurse's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The VA has a great pension plan. You have a typical 401 type of pension, and then you have a seperate federal retirement system pension that increases depending on how much time you have in the
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    Psych NP burnout

    StocktonNurse replied to resilientnurse's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I am not a psych NP..but maybe you should consider working for the VA. Might be a better change of environment and better collegues. You will work with the veteran population which is a mix bag of...
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    Does it matter what type of psych facility you worked in previously?

    StocktonNurse replied to Gentleman_nurse's topic in Psychiatric

    If you are applying for a psych postition in the VA later on in life, having experience in psych is a big plus. Also, the time that you put in and how many different diagnosis you come across helps....
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    Pharmacist to PMHNP

    StocktonNurse replied to dgmrph's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetail/359036000
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    Does psych nursing affect ur home life?

    StocktonNurse replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Psychiatric

    I noticed that I have become a more humble individual because of my psych experience. No matter how difficult the situation becomes (especially in psych) I look to be ahead of it and keep a cool head...
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    Job advice greatly needed

    StocktonNurse replied to jmm0150's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Go with your gut! That's what I did. I was kind of stuck in a SNF for a couple of years and it took its toll on me. I applied to several other places and luckily the Dept. of VA picked me up. It's...
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    best place for a new grad to get a job.

    StocktonNurse replied to mswan's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    There are numerous options for you to start your career. Usually the first choice to start is the nursing home. Then, you can also look into prisons, correctional facilities, hospitals, clinics,...
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    ISU LVN to BSN program California

    StocktonNurse replied to LadyinScrubs's topic in Indiana State University

    Hello all, I noticed a great thread here and want to ask a question or two to get some good feedback. I am just asking would the indiana state university LVN-BSN degree from california endorse to...
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    Is an Indiana State University LVN-BSN degree allowed all states?

    StocktonNurse posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hello, hope I didn't confuse anyone here. I am just asking will the indiana state university LVN-BSN degree from california endorse to other states without any problems due to the education done via...
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    Is an Indiana State University LVN-BSN degree allowed all states?

    StocktonNurse replied to StocktonNurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    bump
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    Is an Indiana State University LVN-BSN degree allowed all states?

    StocktonNurse replied to StocktonNurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I don't see why it would not endorse to other stats once you take your nclex here in cali...still seeking advice
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    Is arrogance normal??

    StocktonNurse posted a topic in Male Nursing Students

    Is arrogance normal for nursing students towards the near end of the program. I am just feeling slightly frustrated with some folks in my class because they seem to have turned real snooty or arrogant...
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    Taking my nclex in 3 days....

    StocktonNurse posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    God it is killing me, I am taking my nclex in 3 days. This has been killing for a long time and I just want it to be over with already. I am starting to get nervous, and having feelings of what if I...
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    if you've taken the NEW NCLEX PN please help....

    StocktonNurse replied to pinkypink's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I was in the same boat as you about two months ago...check out my post here https://allnurses.com/forums/f328/taking-my-nclex-3-days-279025.html because I posted what came across when I took my test....