Should I go back to school?

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I am stuck. I am currently a lpn in ltc. I am a rcm/mds coordinator that makes a very decent wage of 28 per hour in rural Washington state. I have the opportunity to go back to school and have my employer foot the bill. I don't think my wage would jump all that much at my current job. However it would enable me to work in the hospital if I desire. I have 2 kids, a 10 year old and a 5 month old. My husband is currently in school so I would need to continue to work full time. Although my wage wouldnt jump much at my current job i have looked into moving into an area with a higher cost of living and as a lpn would take a serious pay cut. Any advice?

If your employer is willing to pay for this what do you lave to lose? You have no idea what the future holds and RNs have a higher earning capacity than LPNs. Plus the RN is a jump off point to higher education / advancement if you want.

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Just keep in mind that you may eventually have to get your bachelors if you stick with nursing.

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If you have a supportive / helpful husband......GO FOR IT!

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Specializes in Adult Primary Care.

I would do it!!!

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Specializes in Urology.

You will have more upward mobility by going back to school. Not to mention its a free ride (do they require you give them X amount of service after?). Do an opportunity cost for yourself to see if it is worth it to you. Just google the term and it will show you how. Only you can decide whats best.

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I would go back if can do it, but you will need to drop down to part time because Rn school is very hard, about three times harder than lpn school. Rn schools usually have about a 65+% fail rate. If you can swing a two day work week, you will have a lot better chance. Having an Rn will open more doors. It seems hospitals are getting rid of Lpns.

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Yes definitely check on your science classes, they are usually good for 5 to 7 years depending on your school! Unfortunately I am in the same situation, I am in the process of going back to school I've been LPN for 10 years and desire more opportunities as an RN. I have to retake biology, microbiology, and A & P!! Wish you the best!

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It will be very hard, but think of what great a role model you will be for the 10 year old, and even the little one when it gets older.

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