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Work and school

Hi all,

I just got accepted into a lpn to rn bridge program. I currently work ft at a ALF and prn at a LTC. When I was in Lpn school I did not work at all. I was a student who had to study my butt off for my grades and rarely had any free time. My question is: how much do you think I could work (if at all) to maintain my gpa? Like I said, I NEED to study, am not a naturally intelligent person...I'd like to maintain my gpa above 3.5 bc I want to continue with my education...should I go PRN, part-time? Advice please! Thanks! (Side note: I was able to take 6 credit hrs of prereqs while working ft)

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    I think you should do PRN so you can focus on your studies and skills. I'm in an RN BSN program now and it requires a lot outta you. You have the upper hand because you have healthcare experience as an LPN. However, part time I think would w a better option.

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    During my time in an LPN-to-ASN bridge program I worked 32 hours every weekend. I worked two 16-hour weekend double shifts every Saturday and Sunday as an LVN at a local nursing home, enabling me to have Monday through Friday off for school.

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    Hey there! My husband has granted me the ok to STOP working and focus solely on completing all coursework. I have 5 classes to take and should be done in about 3-5 months. I've gone years trying to finish classes while working one, two, sometimes three jobs at once. The outcome of me not working is prayerfully that I will complete and pass all classes so that I can do my clinicals and get back to work. I have been an LPN for almost 9 years now so the experience can help me breeze through these classes!! I think you'll have to determine if you can or can't work while in school. It's ALOT of material to remember and retain! I know you can do it!!!

    Be blessed.

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