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  1. Ever been accused of being an "overcompensator"?

    pedinurse05 replied to Jo Dirt's topic in General Nursing

    This is just his way of acting out jealousy. He sees that you have met some of your goals and have greater ones that you are capable of meeting....this is not overcompensating. Let him have his...

  2. Removal of Central Venous Line

    pedinurse05 replied to megcaffrey's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    We remove cvl's and PICC's on our intermediate ICU floor. We just get checked of by a preceptor. If they are sutured we just remove the sutures, remove the line, apply a pressure dressing, and monitor...

  3. California BORN Prevails In Excelsior College Lawsuit

    pedinurse05 replied to Sheri257's topic in Online Distance Learning

    While it may not be obsessive to point that out, it is to engage in some sort of comment for the past 3 years related to Excelsior. It was before this decision that she began posting about Excelsior...

  4. California BORN Prevails In Excelsior College Lawsuit

    pedinurse05 replied to Sheri257's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am still wondering the roots of your strong opinions regarding Excelsior. I think your inquest into the matter borders on obsessive--you can be found posting on several of the Excelsior threads....

  5. Orlando area?? Where to live??

    pedinurse05 replied to mrreah's topic in Florida Nursing

    I lived in Altamonte Springs for 5 years and loved it. Lake Mary is also a nice

  6. California BORN Prevails In Excelsior College Lawsuit

    pedinurse05 replied to Sheri257's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I second that one! I was an LPN for a long time...it was my LPN training that helped me get where I am today. If you spoke to and have information from one of the board members then there could be a...

  7. Problems w/ Nursing School (I am a 25C/formerly a 31C

    pedinurse05 replied to graddock's topic in Government, Military

    The Excelsior program is geared for those with experience already in the nursing field or a similar type of occupation. The college has recently had to tighten their enrollment criteria due to some...

  8. California BORN Prevails In Excelsior College Lawsuit

    pedinurse05 replied to Sheri257's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I recall when lurking back in 2003 you said you were in an ASN program. I assume you must be getting ready to graduate soon. Really though, why such strong opinions about Excelsior??? I do agree with...

  9. LVN online programs?

    pedinurse05 replied to KARINEIV's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Deaconess college of nursing located in St.Louis. There are a few on here that did the program. Do a search of Deaconess and you will find some info on it. One person just recently graduated...look...

  10. California BORN Prevails In Excelsior College Lawsuit

    pedinurse05 replied to Sheri257's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for that MM--I agree call the board and find out about the added clinical hours! It may be a longer road to get there but it probably can be worked

  11. California BORN Prevails In Excelsior College Lawsuit

    pedinurse05 replied to Sheri257's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Max, Just make sure you were actually enrolled with EC by paying and mantaining the enrollment fees. If you ever become unenrolled do to failure to pay, etc. then you can no longer be be...

  12. California BORN Prevails In Excelsior College Lawsuit

    pedinurse05 replied to Sheri257's topic in Online Distance Learning

    LIZZ you must be lovin this post

  13. Excelsior College Questions

    pedinurse05 replied to jab3da's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I don't think she meant it bad...but it is true those are some real restrictions that potential students must be aware of prior to enrolling. Unfortunately, life is not very predictable--where you...

  14. Excelsior College Questions

    pedinurse05 replied to jab3da's topic in Online Distance Learning

    you must be quite addicted to all the convulsions we have here on the distance learning threads since you frequent them often :) But really, you are quite right that there are more than a few...

  15. Excelsior College Questions

    pedinurse05 replied to jab3da's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I think you may be right. I do recall there being a dated clause like this for non-LPN graduates. She is right to check. If you did the program prior to that date as a non-LPN you should be ok, but...

  16. Excelsior College Questions

    pedinurse05 replied to jab3da's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I took the program in Florida and received my license in Florida. Florida requires you to be an LPN to sit for boards in their state--however I do think you can endorse in from another state if you...

  17. Hospitals that still hire LPN's

    pedinurse05 replied to Drysolong's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Southern Regional hires LPN's. I did my clinical there last year and saw LPN's on the

  18. I'm Done! So done!

    pedinurse05 replied to Laurie888's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Laurie, Congrats first and fore most!!!! That was a wonderful post. Good luck on the

  19. LVN to BSN (CN) Accredited???

    pedinurse05 replied to yvette7719's topic in LPN to RN

    The college network is not a degree granting program. They sell study guides to pass courses at colleges and universities. I believe they do study guides for Indianna State University and Excelsior...

  20. University of Wyoming RN to BSN Online

    pedinurse05 replied to skylock's topic in Online Distance Learning

    This is an informative thread. I just sent my application in today. I hope to start this summer. My work will pay for most of it...so I think this is the way to go! I am glad to see so many...

  21. What's so great about an online RN degree?

    pedinurse05 replied to MereSanity's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I tire of seeing you jump on every Excelsior thread with your views when you have never done the program yourself. In the state of North Dakota (at least 10 years ago when I graduated) the only RN's...

  22. What's so great about an online RN degree?

    pedinurse05 replied to MereSanity's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Think I know that already Lizz. I spent 2 years in an LPN program--traditional style in the midwest. In North Dakota a 2 year LPN is required....basically the same amount ADN students go through...

  23. CPNE ... What is so Horrific/Difficult about it ... ?

    pedinurse05 replied to jasmine7's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yes, Lpn experience does help you prepare for the CPNE. I did not have a med-surg background, but the LPN experience really helped. This test, to me, was fairly basic. I have read where others find it...

  24. What's so great about an online RN degree?

    pedinurse05 replied to MereSanity's topic in Online Distance Learning

    My opinion would be to do the traditional program if you can. There are too many limitations and stigma's with the Excelsior program. With a traditional program you can work anywhere without concern...

  25. rue representative called today

    pedinurse05 replied to szccdw's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Rue is not in any way affiliated with Excelsior college. They are merely a company that will sell you study materials to prepare you for the Excelsior exams. They charge great big prices for a few...