RN student - can I challenge the LVN/LPN NCLEX?

[Jusrovin]

Hello Nurses!

I have just recently failed my fourth semester as an RN student at a community college here in CALIFORNIA.

I would like to take LVN boards so I can work in the summer while waiting to get back in to RN program again in the fall so I can graduate already.

Since I have finished three semesters already, am I qualified to take the NCLEX LVN here in CALIFORNIA?

What do I need to do to apply to take the NCLEX?

How long does it take for the boards to notify you when you can take the test?

How long does it take to receive your test results?

I have so many questions, and I apologize for that.

But I've been so stressed out after failing that I don't know what to do.

I appreciate all the help I can get.

Thanks you guys!

[Celi804]

Hi,

This is my 1st time on this site. Ive read some of the conversations going on and I must say...its nice to be in a place where people are helping people:wink2:

So...im wondering what you did in your situation. I am in a similar heartbreaking situation. I was in a RN university program and I failed the ICU quarter. I've been wondering where to go from here???? I want to do nursing. Can I take the LVN boards? When I failed, my school didn't tell me anything about it. Any info would really help. Thanks to anyone that can provide some answers

[presey]

I just want to thank you all for educating me on all the different perspectives on nursing in here, i will be an lvn soon, and that is where i will stay,ty all:yeah::heartbeat

[mmm333, LVN]

Spot on. I had a BA degree and didn't bother to complete the "Associate's Degree" program (requiring two more non-nursing classes in California Government and something else). So I just completed the core program requirements and will get the "Certificate of Achievement" which will make me an ADN program graduate. My school is doing away with the certificate from now on and I will be the last one to do that. But it's OK with BRN as long as I get the full nursing program done.

As far as the non-graduates taking NCLEX goes- from what I gather these are basically BSN or entry-MSN students who have taken all of their hardcore nursing classes (basically the ADN stuff) already and only have the theory stuff remaining to take (Public Health, Management, and Research stuff usually) in order to get their degree.

People seem to get really worked up that someone would find an easy loophole through the world of nursing education- the fact is that one way or another they all end up having to do what has to be done- it's all designed that way. There really are no shortcuts. Trust me- I looked everywhere and couldn't find one! haha

Even entry MSN's basically do their accelerated-BSN type stuff and clinicals- before subsequently starting two more years of MSN theory stuff (whereas most MSNs only take 2 years to complete for those who are already RNs). So they should be called ABSN+MSN programs except that they don't confer the BSN.

[iwanna]

I think it matters on the Sate Board of Nursing, every state is different. In PA, in 1996, I needed to at least graduate from a practical nursing program. I went to school for one quarter - that was 12 weeks, then I was able to take the PN board. I started out to be an RN and only had 5 classes to go. Unfortuantely, I became sick and it was too much for me to keep up with the pace. Although, I tried my best, I did fail a med-surg class. My instructor advised me to go through LPN training to keep my head fresh of nursing skills, and then return to repeat my nursing course. I could not take the course for another year, anyways. So, I went to LPN program, and got sick at the end of the 12 weeks. I was unable to graduate with class, however, my grade was high enough I did not have to take final. I just needed to take the boards. I never did make it back to complete the RN program, but it was nice to have option to at least get my LPN. I am mad at myself for letting too much time go by and not returning for my RN. When I finally decided, my classes were no longer valid as they were older than 10 years. I was 50, when I decided to go back and in fair health, so I opted not to go through it again. I believe the stress of nursing school and the demands would jsut exacerbate my condition. If I had my life to live over again, I would have gone to nursing school when I was younger. I did not go until my kids were in school, and I was in my late 30s.

I was able to take my peds course, as it was the last course offered on the junior level. But, after that, it was the final level, and I could not advance any further.

But, only your state Board of Nursing can answer your questions about sitting for PN board.

[SuesquatchRN, BSN, RN]

In New York State is is a solid no.

[msmoll]

There's no way of challenging I don't think...just review and keep at it!

[aprilligon]

Hi! I am an LPN who is seriously considering starting a Home Health business. With that said, the only things that would be done under my licensure is supervision of Home Health Aides. My idea would be that if there is a complication that isn't serious then I could come out and assess the patient. If there was a problem the goal would be to call 911. As in any serious situation in a nursing home or home environment - no matter what your credentials the main goal would be to care for the patient. This goal is achieved by sending to the ER for further evaluation. CPR would be required for all the home health Aides as well as CNA licensure.

That was just something I have been thinking about but I have not pursued. There are so many sitting services now in the state of Alabama that have no LPN's or RN's working. Instead these people get a notion to start a business using only Home Health Aides. I actually went into one of them the other day to apply for a position and they told me that they only hire HHA's and didn't hire LPN's or RN's. Isn't that strange! I would think that if they can do this surely I can as well! Just thinking!