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What Nursing Home Staff Levels Are Required? - ElderLawAnswers.com

... law requires Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing homes to have an registered nurse (RN) director of nursing (DON); an RN on duty at least 8 hours a day, 7 days a week; and a licensed nurse (RN or LPN ... Harrington, a UCSF School of Nursing ...

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Find out more about where to get a professional magazine on nursing, about the nursing magazines that are great for nurses and students, about no travel online programs ... finding a school at the Nursing Programs online guide.” G. Proctor Do you ...

Story County Medical Center presents anniversary awards - Nevada Iowa Journal

Lisa Whitaker, of Colo, and Candy Schainker, of Ames, both celebrated their 30th anniversary with Story County Medical Center during the Story Medical Employee Christmas party and anniversary awards recognition Dec. 16. Whitaker began her career at ...

Get an up close look at the medical field during CCC's Allied Health ... - Shelby Star

Cleveland Community College will host its first Allied Health Day on Tuesday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m. to noon. Area high school students interested in a career in the medical field, as well as members of the community, are invited to this event. Those ...

Local aid workers disappointed at Haiti travel ban - Elkhart Truth

This time, her team includes registered nurse Rollin Ulrich and his wife, Velma Ulrich of Goshen; Emma Beachy, another RN at Goshen General Hospital; Shirley Yoder, an LPN from Middlebury; and Eleanor Martin of Middlebury, who works as Maple City ...

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County schools face drastic program cuts - Johnson City Press

With a more than $500,000 revenue shortfall so far this year, the Washington County School System is looking making serious cuts to finish out the school year. Much of the system’s funding comes from sales tax collections within the county. In a ...

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When it came time for Paul Clark to leave Haiti after living among the Haitian people in the aftermath of the earthquake that hit Port-au-Prince, he didn’t want to leave. “The whole time I was in Haiti, I was comfortable. I didn’t mind being ...

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Open Question: How much schooling is required to be a CRNA?

I just read an article on EHow.com about all this schooling you have to do. But they didnt quite make it to where it made sense. PLEASE break down what exactly I need to do (please include how long it would take, also!). I didnt graduate high school because of family issues, I am in the process of getting my GED, so would that automatically take me out of becoming a CRNA? Once I get my GED, I am going to get my LPN, and while working as an LPN I plan to continue taking online courses to get my RN. Honestly, I didnt quite have any desire to get my BSN (wouldnt that take me an extra 2 years to get my BSN?) BUT, after seeing that CRNA's make boat loads of money, Im interested in getting my BSN and maybe getting into CRNA... PLEASE break this down for me! What amount of schooling do I need to do this? What EXACTLY does the job have to do with? What exact certifications (obviously LPN, RN, BSN, and what else??) would I get if I did graduate as a CRNA?And if you or someone you know is a CRNA, how much do they make? THANK YOU! more

Open Question: Does American Career College offer course descriptions of the LVN-LPN classes taken? If so, how can i get it?

After looking at my transcripts from American Career College, the school im applying to for the RN program is asking for detailed course descriptions regarding the classes I took. more

Voting Question: How many years until I become a Registered Nurse?

If I complete a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program my junior year in high school then I complete a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program my senior year in high school how many years will it take me to become a Registered Nurse (RN)? I attend a technical school that offers these classes. more

Resolved Question: Do medical people get upset when nurses want to become doctors?

I am a nursing student at a 4 years university. And honestly, it took less than a week of clinical for me to see that I want to be a doctor. I was really put off by my first semester of actual nursing school being nothing but "rah-rah nursing" classes, which consisted of instructors toting their advanced degrees and requiring students to call them doctor, if they had a PHD. They would proclaim the glory of having a 4 year BSN and how all other RN's were inferior, be they ASN's, 2 year RN's, LPN's etc. My professors would constantly repeat to either us or themselves that they are happy as nurses and would never dream of ever wanting to become a doctor. I was told that more education was the key to success on one hand and that we should all aspire to be advanced nurse practitioners and CRNA's no mention is ever made to continuing to become an MD. One day we had a nursing panel where different specialists told us how excellent their jobs were. One of these stuck with me, a CRNA claimed that there was almost no difference between a CRNA and an anesthesiologist. I thought this completely disregarded their earlier teachings that more education was superior. When I asked how a 10+ year training program for doc’s was equal to a 6 year training program for nurses in a following class period, outside of the panel, I was asked to leave and received no credit for the day. At first I went along with it, until I spoke with one of my oldest friends who has been a nurse longer than I’ve been alive. She pointed out that many nurses marry doctors and that they will often pull down others who want to "switch teams" and go to medical school. Stating that they would have to quit their jobs, loose all seniority, and would not be allowed to pursue further nursing training should their endeavor into medicine not be successful. I didn’t believe this until I came home and did a little internet research on my professors. At least 45% (of the ones I found) of them were married to some type of doctor! I don't know if I believe all of this. Honestly, I don’t know what to believe. I know I want to help people to the best of my abilities. Nursing school is not a challenge at all to me. I have taken over 20 hours a semester since I came to school and maintained a 3.3 GPA with nearly no effort. I feel unchallenged academically. I know I can handle medical school if I put my mind to it. I guess my question to YOU is; how much back stabbing have you seen among nurses who want to go to medical school? And to MD’s how should I go about this? I simply do not have the time to polish my grades to a sheen and add all of the pre-required classes required by schools. (I am in the military and have only 4 years to graduate. I think I will have to go to medical school when I retire at age 29) Is there some type of post-bach program to get me the requirements and make my GPA look as sexy as it needs to? I have the life experience portions wrapped up TIGHT. Its only school that stands in my way. Is it common for older people to go to medical school? Any thing is good to know. more

Resolved Question: What are the highest paying LVN/LPN positions in the Fort Worth/Dallas,Texas areas?

I am an LVN in Fort Worth,Texas.I am looking for a better paying position.I do not work in a hospital. I have heard about advanced LPN/LVN courses.Are there schools for this in Texas?If so,where,and would it be worth it?Should I just try to get my RN (associates degree)? more

Resolved Question: What jobs are available for a person with an associates of arts in business degree?

I just enrolled in online courses for my associates of arts in business, and need to know what my job opportunities will be? I need to know if I can use that degree to enter into RN school. Or if I have to be an LPN first? Please help me!!! more

Resolved Question: What is the best track to becoming an RN for a nursing student?

I was accepted into a State University of New York certificate program for Practical Nursing, but with classes beginning on January 25th, I was just notified that I will lose my financial aid if I continue to pursue the program due to having attempted too many credits. I have been a Liberal Arts major while completing the pre-requisites, and intend on graduating with an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts in the Spring, and therefore have completed 65 credits towards that degree while also having completed the pre-req's for the Nursing Program. My intention was to complete the LPN program, work for a year or so, then continue my education towards becoming a Registered Nurse (BS). My financial aid advisor advised me to pursue a different major, although I've spent the past couple couple years attempting to get into a nursing program, which means changing majors at this point would have made the past couple years worthless. Options I am considering right now are as follows: 1) Continuing to pursue the LPN certificate until I graduate in the Fall of '10, and graduating from Liberal Arts in the Spring without my financial aid. In this case, I'd need to take out approximately a $10K loan per semester, which would be for this Spring, the Summer, then the Fall. After working for a year or so, I could then eventually apply to the few schools that offer an LPN to Bachelor's RN accelerated program, which I'd be able to continue Financial Aid for (since it's a higher degree) with also the assistance of loans. OR MY OTHER OPTION 2) Fore-go the Practical Nursing program, and complete my Liberal Arts degree in the Spring while maintaining my Financial Aid, since I can still attempt more credits for Liberal Arts since it's an Associates Degree. Once I achieve that degree, I will look into transferring and applying to a Bachelor's RN program for the Fall. I am trying to decide which options would be the most cost efficient and less difficult as far as the stress of being accepted and denied in the future, since competition is so high for Nursing Programs right now. I've already purchased my uniform for clinicals for the LPN program, and became certified in CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers, as the program had called for, so I've already invested in the program. My uncertainty right now is revolving around the worthwhile of taking out loans for a degree for a career in which I wasn't intending on continuing for long. My intention was always to become a Registered Nurse, so is taking out a loan of approximately $30K for a certificate in Practical Nursing worthwhile considering I was planning on returning to school to receive a Bachelor's Degree for Registered Nursing? more

Resolved Question: Should I just FORGET about ever being an RN, now?

I was in an LPN Program a couple years ago. I got straight A's, and completed all my clinicals perfectly. Never got in, or was ever even accused of misconduct. However, I didn't pass the last HESI exam, required for graduation. That alone is fair enough (grrrr) but by policy, the LPN school "weights" the pass or failure of the exam to a 10 credit Med/Surg class, which I earned an A in...until I failed the HESI, giving me a 10-credit F on my transcript and sending my *** GPA down the sigmoid. I've since then taken over 30 credits of classes at another school, rejuvinated my *** GPA to a 3.80 (They disregard the GPA of my previous school).. BUT so many RN programs, on their application, deduct points or even disqualify you completely if you have had any W's or F's!!! Not only that, but I can't imagine what a sudden, huge F looks like on a transcript like that, wouldn't you think I was disciplined for cheating or some other gross misconduct, if you saw all A's and then THAT? I spent a year trying to appeal it, to have it written off, no luck. A friend told me to not even mention that I went to that school with the LPN program, and all the other classes I've taken there, to just take again, paving over it. I'd do that if it wasn't so time consuming and also wouldn't that be fraud, also? I don't know what to do. I've continued to apply, I even have a letter from the director of the LPN program that states that I was not disciplined for misconduct and also explains the "grade weighting" policy with the HESI,,..but nobody seems to care. My other plan is to just go to a 4 year school and study for some cubicle job like Health Care Administration or something, but the idea makes me want to cry. I'm not getting any younger and I want to finish my education! Being a nurse is the only thing I've ever wanted to be. What can I do?Miss, I did exactly that. I should've mentioned, my letter from the Director of the LPN program sings my praises and specifically mentioned what my grade was before the last HESI exam. I'm being cynical when I said Nobody Cares, when it's better to put it as "Nobody HAS to care.."There are so many people applying for Nursing school that they can afford to be extremely picky. On average , hundreds of girls apply for 60 seats. An explainable blemish is still a blemish, and girls with a 4.0 straight out of high school who've done nothing but play field hockey and volunteer at the SPCA an hour a month seem to be getting in while I'm sitting on the wayside like a bird with a broken wing. I'm not saying I deserve to have sat for the NCLEX-PN - I did not...,I'm saying I didn't deserve to have my academic career hobbled as if I'm being punished. As for a "Personal Statement", ..the closest I've seen to thatare Essays which have specific subject matter requirements. James, let's just say I'm on a first name basis with my former Dean of Academics. All they did was agree the rule was unfair and changed it for FUTURE students who did what I did, and said no rule can be revoked retroactively. Yes I've considered involving a lawyer but I decided that for the same time, effort and money, I'd rather just repeat the classes that I apparently didn't absorb the first time as well as I could have- at a better school! more

Resolved Question: Should I just forget about Nursing School, now?

I was in an LPN Program a couple years ago. I got straight A's, and completed all my clinicals perfectly. Never got in, or was ever even accused of misconduct. However, I didn't pass the last HESI exam, required for graduation. That alone is fair enough (grrrr) but by policy, the LPN school "weights" the pass or failure of the exam to a 10 credit Med/Surg class, which I earned an A in...until I failed the HESI, giving me a 10-credit F on my transcript and sending my *** GPA down the sigmoid. I've since then taken over 30 credits of classes at another school, rejuvinated my *** GPA to a 3.80 (They disregard the GPA of my previous school).. BUT so many RN programs, on their application, deduct points or even disqualify you completely if you have had any W's or F's!!! Not only that, but I can't imagine what a sudden, huge F looks like on a transcript like that, wouldn't you think I was disciplined for cheating or some other gross misconduct, if you saw all A's and then THAT? I spent a year trying to appeal it, to have it written off, no luck. A friend told me to not even mention that I went to that school with the LPN program, and all the other classes I've taken there, to just take again, paving over it. I'd do that if it wasn't so time consuming and also wouldn't that be fraud, also? I don't know what to do. I've continued to apply, I even have a letter from the director of the LPN program that states that I was not disciplined for misconduct and also explains the "grade weighting" policy with the HESI,,..but nobody seems to care. My other plan is to just go to a 4 year school and study for some cubicle job like Health Care Administration or something, but the idea makes me want to cry. I'm not getting any younger and I want to finish my education! Being a nurse is the only thing I've ever wanted to be. What can I do?Roaring, out of 60 students, only 11 passed that exam. Of those 11, 5 were repeating the entire year because they failed last year. It was a low quality school but because they don't let anyone graduate without the HESI, they retain a "100 NCLEX-RN pass Rate" and a top ranking.Aida, I did consult a lawyer, who gave me information. My fight went all the way to the Dean of Academics, and all they did was aknowledge that it was a bad policy, and lifted it = for the NEXT year's class! Now , students who don't pass the HESI at that school, only have to take a required text prep course. I regret ever going to that school. more

Resolved Question: Bachelor degree right out of high school?

Im a high school student looking for answers. I want to become a nurse not sure if i want to be a RN or just an LPN just yet. But I have been looking around at schools and I found a great one that im very interested in. I will be getting my Bachelor Of Science in Nursing at a college and this is in conjunction with A college of Nursing school for like the clinical and I was wondering if I would be able to start this straight out of High school or would I have to get some other degree before I could start this. Thanks more

Resolved Question: What's the best online college for LPN to RN programs?

My mother-in-law is wanting to go back to school to get her RN but we don't live near any colleges offering what she needs. She's been a LPN for 10 plus years so she needs a LPN to RN program. I don't know anything about online colleges so I want to know what are the best ones out there. more

Voting Question: IF YOU'RE A NURSE CAN I ASK YOU SOME QUESTIONS?

I'm doing a research project for school and I chose to do mine on nursing. I need to interview a nurse here are some questions: 1) What is your first and last name? 2) What drew you to nursing? 3) Where did you train? 4) Did you earn an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse), and ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing), an RN (Registered Nurse) or a BSN (Bachelor Degree in Nsg.) 5) What kinds of nursing do you do or have you done? 6) What is the best part of your job? the worst part? 7) Have you heard that there is a nursing shortage? Does it affect your work? 8) What should someone who is thinking about entering the field know about the profession? 9) Are you required to keep training as you work? more

Resolved Question: Steps to being a RN with OB/GYN or L/D or Midwife practice?

Hi, I am currently waiting to start school in the spring. I am going to be doing a CNA class to get Certified .. then eventually Registered. Hoping to knock out of pre-reqs for the Nursing Programs in Washington State .... I am hoping to next year (winter) to get into a ADN program at any of the local community colleges ... getting my LPN, first year, then RN second year. If my plan goes as I hope it does, or even takes longer than that, cause the program is full ... what steps do I take afterwards to become a RN, that works with OBGYN or the L & D Ward at Hospitals. I know I have to have 1 to 2 years of experience, so that would be the first step getting a job as a RN ... first .. but what steps can i take to help me advance and get more experience ... (any advice or tips would be awesome) .... oh on another note ... if anyone knwos what YWAM is, I can do my DTS this summer for 6 months ... and then next July 2011 .. go and do a BAS, which is a Birthing Attendant School, where for a year, I learn midwifery curriculum and go into the field of third world courntries and work with young mothers for womens health and care and education and pregnant women, and actually get to put my skills to practice and deliver babies and offer pre-natal and post natal care ... I am excited at the chance to maybe do this ... would this help me out that much more when it comes to this??? I would be getting my CNA first .. but probably wouldn't be able to get my LPN .... so good idea or bad?? Thanks in advance everyone .. idiotic answers just for points will be ignored ...I did a little more research ... and I need my ADN, then my BSN ... and possibly I could do a Hospital Diploma in lieu or on top of both degrees .... Generally about how much on average will my Associates then Bachelors cost. more

Resolved Question: Started LPN classes husband is not being as supportive as I feel he should be help!?

I lost my job in Sept. 08'. I started working part time in Aug. 09'. I still collect partial unemployment. I had been attending college for my RN, however when I lost my job I was no longer able to afford it and the expense associated with it. I decided to go for my LPN (then further it into an RN). My biggest issue is that I am having trouble with my time. It is not the coursework but the time management. I am constantly tired to the point of almost falling asleep. I can't seem to get all of my studying done (I study I just don't have time to finish everything). In order to continue receiving my unemployment I have to continue to work. I did take an hour reduction. I work 2 hours in the evening on Tue and Thur and I do 5 hours a day every other weekend. I have no children so that is very good. I am married (my husband is also unemployed). But I am getting frustrated with him. He helps but only puts in a 50% effort. He does some housework. But instead of doing all the dirty dishes hell do just whatever he needs to cook. He might pick up some but then doesn't run the vacuum things like this. It is driving me crazy and I am trying so hard to appreciate what he is doing. But what is so frustrating is that he acts like I should do some of the housework. I really don't have time. I get up at 5 am leave by 6 start class at 7 im there until 3:30 I get home about 4:30 eat study shower and bed between 9 and 10:30 days I work I work from 5-7 then study shower and go to bed. I've todl him I will do what I can on the weekends since I dont have class. The other day I came home between school and work and was hoping to grab some supper then out the door (luckily it is only a 5 min drive to work from my home) and I found my husband in bed and absolutely nothing done!!!! I just feel like I am trying so hard to improve our lives that he should try harder to make it a little easier on me. Last night I asked him to help me study for a test today but he moped and mumbled around. This isn't the man I married where is he?!!! He thinks it is a great thing for me to do he believes in me he even barrowed some money from his mom to help me get my uniforms and supplies but why won't he help more at the house? Can a person get a lazier as they get older (hes 31)? Or, what is the issue?I left out that the house is also trashed he is continuously letting things lay around (like I have time to pick up after him). he also acts like what he has done or is doing is already above and beyond. How can I show him that I am maxed out? It is bad enough we have barely spoken bc when I am home I have my nose in a book. I have tried explaining to him that we have to sacrifice. I just don't think he understands the meaning of the word. more

Resolved Question: HOW TO BECOME A PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT IN SEATTLE?

I have just finished up all my college prerequisites for PA school and am planning on applying to UW and going to Yakima, WA campus to do the Bachelors program. Now I was wondering, if anyone can advise me ON what is the best experience to gather for the patient-care part of the PA program. Medical Assistant, LPN, RN or CNA etc- Which Area will make me stick out when I apply and what kind of patient experience should I gather from any of these kind of entry programs without spending to much time or money on the technical course? I have heard surgical technicians have a better chance to getting into PA school, is this true? Any recent graduated physician assistants that have any advise? more

Resolved Question: How Much Money Does a Dermatology Nurse Earn?

I live in the south, if you are a dermatology nurse, please answer I really need to know. I'm planning to do a BSN, RN in nursing. Ive found out that its more likely ill find a job as a LPN if I want the dermatology nurse title How come? I could pursue to become a nurse practitioner and instead become a dermatology nurse practitioner. The money is worth it, but I don't want to be in school forever. more

Resolved Question: Should i go to Keiser University or Medvance?

im in the Miami area and I wanted to go to keiser for the rn program but they had a waiting list so then i decided to get my associates of medical assisting. but heard of medvance they had lpn program, but i've been hearing rumors that they are not accredited and their graduates have problem finding jobs. also i heard of dade medical college have nursing programs. can anyone tell me about the schools pls i dont know what to do. more

Resolved Question: SHOULD I BECOME AN RN OR LPN?

Heres the thing.. i have been working as a cna not making much and i would really like to go to school. i am 18 not sure if lpn or rn would be right? the money diff isnt the only thing i take into account i also was wondering duty wise. i mean if i like lpn i am young i can always go back for my rn right?LPN get paid less but school takes less time They dont have as much power as RN THEY ARE also know as LVN LTN more

Resolved Question: High School dropout to an LPN... Will this work?

Okay, so long story short, I am a 16 year old High School dropout. I know, it was a bad decision on my part to drop out of school, but I want to do something with myself. I have decided that I should become an LPN and eventually do a bridge to be a RN. So I have a few questions... How hard was LPN school? Do you like your job? What is the typical shift(if you work at a hospital). Any information about LPN's would be nice. Thank you in advance. more

Resolved Question: Advice on a career choice? I want to be in the medical field but don't know what to do! Help!!!?

Many, many, MANY people have asked me the age-old question "What are you going to do when you get out of high school?" (I'm a Junior btw). And I say "I don't know, but maybe something in the medical field." I want to be in the medical field because it is recession-proof. Health care will always be needed. And plus I want the enjoyment of helping people. I don't think I want to be an MD (if I did it would be pediatrician). I don't want to just because I don't want to have to work in my own practice and it just would be tougher. And I don't want to work with extreme wounds or private parts lol. I will if I have to though. I want to make a very good salary, but I really want to enjoy my job and wake up wanting to go to work. I'd prefer to work in the hospital or for someone, I do not want to be my own boss or anything. I also want a job that will be hard to get (I want something that there is a big need for). Also, if this helps at all, I like working with kids but I don't have to. I've thought of a RN or a Nurse Anesthetist, but I don't know what else there is (I don't want to be an LPN). I'm researching stuff on the internet but it's not helping. Any suggestions?if you could, could you provide salary/pros/cons of the job? more

Resolved Question: is it worth it to become an LPN?

After graduation, I was planning to work as an LPN for a little while, then go back to school to become an RN. What jobs can I have as an LPN? Can I work in a hospital? Is it true that an LPN does the same things as an RN, except administer medications? Thank you. more

Resolved Question: Do you think furthering my education from an LPN to RN at 43 years old while working full time is possible?

I have been an LPN since 1986 and have decided to return to school; taking one to two classes per semester while working full time is taking a long time. Any sugestions? more

Resolved Question: Going from a lpn to a rn is this a good idea?

im graduating high school soon and i wnat to work in the medical field i want to become a rn but i cant go straight thru college due to the fact that im having a baby. People can say what they want i can care less because i kno deep in my heart im going to be a rn and im going to do it with a baby and all im not the first person who is trying to become an rn with a child and im not the last and im going to be one of the bunch who succeeded. Well i been looking up alot of information and i was thinking about becoming a lpn first which can take from 12-18 months and than working as a lpn and try to get my associate degree in nursing. is this a smart thing to do? am i going through the right path? does any one have more info? or is their any way i can go to school for becoming an rn and do an intership and get paid ? please helpp more

Voting Question: LPN to RN or just RN?

i am a MA but want to be a neonatal nurse but have to chance to go to school for free to become a LPN then would go back to school for RN with credits. anyway my question is should i just go to school for RN or do the free LPN then transfer for my BSN. i think it would cheaper... let me know what you think more

Resolved Question: """"single mom need help on choices!!! help me please.. school starting soon!!!!!?

i am about to start school for nursing.. and i was readin and to start off as an lpn... it may take 1 yr for vocational.. but for community college it may take 12-24 months .... which is best.. i can either go to ivy tech college or indiana university college.. i was aiming for ivy tech .. i need help.. someone please.. i am 30 and decided that i wanna go into this field but a lil confused.. after i do lpn.. i wanna go to rn.. and then pediatric nurse.. so will someone who has insight please help me.. please and thank u more

Voting Question: I didnt pass my RN school by 2 points and plan on taking the last semester again in 09/10?

can i sit for my LPN and work as an LPN until i can restart RN school and get my degree? My co-worker said i can sit for LPN NCLEX until i finish school... i NEED info-- i found out i didnt make it 3 days ago by 2 points and im completely devastated~never failed any nursing classes until my last one!~ more

Voting Question: Would it be crazy of me?

Right now I am in LPN school (LVN depending on where you live) Licensed Practical Nurse for people who have no idea what LPN is). Anyway, Would it be completely stupid if I was to finish out the year, and postpone my RN program next year to study abroad? I'm a 21 yo male, and I feel like I am growing up too fast. Obviously I'm not dumb enough to make a life decision off of someone on answers.yahoo.com, but I just wanted to see if I am just talking nonsense. Thanks for your replies. more

Resolved Question: Please look at this question if you are a nurse?

Hi. My name is Rachael. I am about to turn sixteen and am starting to think about my future. I've been considering what type of profession I'd like to be in and have come to a conclusion- nursing. I am looking for someone who is a nurse for me to email. The reason i want to email you is so that i may ask many direct questions about the nursing field. However, if you are not comfortable posting your email address, here are a few questions i have. What types of nurses are there? ( RN, LPN, and PA.) Where can nurses work?(schools, hospitals, doctor's offices etc...) How much do you start out making? How many hours a week do you usually work? How much college is required? What are some of the responsibilities of nurses? Once again I would definately prefer to email you so that I may ask you more questions. Thank you. more

Resolved Question: How do i go through nursing school online?

Hi! I just graduated high school and have wanted to be a nurse for awhile. I committed to NKU a month ago but feel as if it may not be the best for me and wanted to do an online schooling instead. I ahve been searching around all i can find is LPN to BSN or RN to BSN programs. How do I go through the whole entire process? Can someone help me please. If it helps, I live in Ohio, around the cincinnati area. Thank you! more

Resolved Question: LPN TO RN QUESTIONS (POINTS?

I have an associates degree in science and I graduate a lpn program in may. i really don't understand the process. I see alot of schools offering the lpn to RN program but this doesn't come with a bachelors. Then I would have to go back to school in a RN to BSN program. but a BSN is just a associates in science and a associates in nursing right? so what happens if i already have one part (associate in science) and a LPN license. what steps would i have to take from there? and how long would it take for me get my BSN? does having an associates in science and an LPN license give me an associates in nursing? (ADN) and if so would i qualify to sit for the NCLEX-RN? thanks more

Resolved Question: What is the best way to get into Nursing in Seattle, WA?

Hello, Just curious if there is anyone out there knowing the best way to get into nursing? Meaning, LPN to RN or doing the Associate Program of RN? I have heard of people going in as LPN's because of the competition to getting into a direct nursing school and then afterward them getting a RN license? Not sure if my information makes sense but curious if anybody has gone from a LPN to RN by writing exams or going back to school and taking the RN curriculum. I don't want to waste to much time, please help. Guidance would greatly be appreciated, struggling student here-lol more

Resolved Question: Information about an LPN Degree?

Hi I was just curious about what an LPN does? How long does the school take? Can you do online and in class work? What do LPN's make can they make a living? I'm a NAVY wife living in Oklahoma City near Tinker AFB with my hubby. I am 21 and really want to get some type of career path started for myself, I need an education! I really want to be an RN but I need something quicker like LPN. Can someone tell me who knows of the job or has experience what I can do, I work 40 hours a week off on Sundays, Mondays and most of Tuesday. I normally work 10:45pm-7:30am So I sleep most of the day and I can bring my laptop to work.So could I get some advice and be informed about the job of an LPN? Thanks a lot!! more

Resolved Question: licensed practical nurse to registered nurse?

i'm going to be a lpn 3 months after graduating high school. how do go from a lpn to a rn just entering college? how long will it take for me to get my BSN. will it be 4 years still or shorter? note i'm taking ap classes and doing dual enrollment classes. i would like to go to johns hopkins university **don't criticize me for asking this question. if you going to then don't answer at all dont tell me to google or yahoo it. more

Resolved Question: Best track towards becoming a Nurse [BSN RN ADN LPN?????] with intent of getting masters?

Okay so here is the deal. I am 23 years old and have been jumping around colleges for the past three years due to being married to a full-time soldier. I went from Missouri to Nebraska. The three years of study I have under my belt were geared towards pharmacy or med school. I have taken a year off and am not ready to dive back in and get my degree. This time I leaning towards nursing since I worked in the Emergency Room in Missouri and loved it as a tech. Let's cut to the chase. I know I want to become a nurse and I am looking at accelerated BSN degrees. My main question is, what is the smartest way for me to do this? I see there are ASN degree opportunities...LPN... RN...BSN...and I am really confused as to what the difference is between an ASN, LPN, and RN are.... ? For all you experienced nurses out there... what route would you take? it is all so foreign and complicated to my ears at the moment. Thank you so much! more

Voting Question: Can an LPN become a surgical First Assistant?

i'm a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) going to school toward my Registered Nurse (RN). I loved the surgical rotation during nursing school especially and want to become a First Assistant. I was wondering if there are programs that exist for "First Assisting" that will take an LPN or do i have to become and RN first? Can LPN's even work in the Operating Room? more

Resolved Question: Best way to go from CNA to RN?

I'm 25 have been out of school for a while (made the choice to stay home with my 3 kids) so I got my cna to get my foot in the door. Should I get my lpn first then finish my rn? I just don't see what I have to offer my college at this point that would make them say ok you can jump in line and be accepted into the nursing program right away. But it seems lpn is getting more competitive these days as well but my end goal is getting my rn...Some objective advice would be greatly appreciated. By the way I'm in Indianapolis, IN.PLEASE READ MY QUESTION! I'M NOT LOOKING FOR AT HOME WORK! more

Voting Question: I have a chemistry degree, what is the easiest way to be a LPN and/or RN? Is there no easy way?

I'm from Northern NJ and work full time but I'm looking to go back to school to become a nurse. Learned the difference between LPN and RN and looking into the most convenient way to become a nurse. I already have a BS in chemistry and am seeking what options I have to become a nurse with my situation. Or maybe there is no option just start from scratch. Please share if you have any information and/or if you know of any good programs related or unrelated to my situation. Thank you very much for your thoughts :) more

Voting Question: I am the daughter of a veteran and was wondering if the VA would help pay for any of my schooling?

I recently graduated from LPN school and am working toward my RN via online schooling. (I'm 20 yrs old and live on my own) But I'm trying to find grants that may be available for my tuition, if anyone knows anything that may help me I am willing to fill out as much paperwork as needed. Thank you so much! more

Voting Question: can an LPN or RN become a music therapist?

i'm still in school for my RN degree and i am having second thoughts on this career choice, i want to finish it out and work at my current job until i complete school for something else, i was leaning towards what most people say, you know the saying "do what you love" well i love music, i love to sing, as a matter of fact i have been singing since forever, i'm no expert at music but i am familiar with reading notes and i think because i like music so much i can catch on quickly so i need an opinion on the length of school for music therapy yes i do enjoy working close with people, i do this everyday i love to care and treat people and i have come to realize nursing is not the only way so i figured i can do music (which i love) and care for people ( which i also love) at the same time Would this be a good career move? more

Voting Question: Should I go to school to become a LPN or an Ultrasound Technician?

I've spent a lot of my time pursuing a Nursing Career and have been to Nursing School before. I couldn't finish my last few semesters towards my RN due to my sons father moving away, and therefore having no help caring for my son in order to complete my courses. So as of now, I'm no longer enrolled in anything. Recently I found out about a free program for LPN but it is rather competitive. I'm unsure if I should attempt to apply for that Program and complete it and then work as an LPN while completing my Ultrasound degree, or should I just go straight towards working for the Ultrasound Degree in itself? Thanks for your help!! more

Voting Question: Planning on being an RN... But Im concerned..?

I have been planning on getting into classes to get my LPN, and while doing that, taking online classes for getting my RN (the local college offers programs online)... I have the drive, and Im excited about getting a new, comfortable and less stressful life for my son and I. I do, however, have some concerns about the schooling. When it comes to studying, I have a bit of a problem concentrating. I feel that I have to read the words out loud so that I know Im focusing on whats in front of me, but even then, when I finish a paragraph, I look away from the book and try to remember what I just read, and sometimes, I completely forget.. That concerns me GREATLY. BUT at the same time, when I read a regular book, I can read for hours and not want to put the book down..I mean, it has been a little over 5 years since Ive been in school, so do you think that could have something to do with it? That I just need to get back into the groove of studying and doing homework? I really want this, and I really need this, and I do not want my unability to concentrate ruin a potentially great life. Did you have problems like this after being out of school for some time? Please give me any and all feedback on this matter! Im so nervous! Thank you =]Ohhh yeah, I definitley know that part of life will not be less stressful! I guess what I should have said, was my life will be less stressful FINANCIALLY =D Thats my fault lol. more

Resolved Question: is it smarter to go to lpn school and work toward rn, or go directly into rn school.?

Resolved Question: Help Finding Nursing Offers At NCCU?

I Graduate In '11 Nd I Decided To Go To NCCU..I Want To Go Into The Nursing Industry But I Dont No What To Go As Nd I Dont No What NCCU Offer Their So I Need Help Finding A Good With Well Paid Money Career Nd Dont Have To Stay In School Longer Then 6 Years..(ex. Rn, Radiologist...) Thxs :D Oh I Dont Want To Be a LPN Or RN more

Resolved Question: Any RN's out there???

I'm going to school for an LPN program right now. I hope to continue to become an RN. I've read how much RN's make, my advisor has told me, a nurse I know has told me, and they're all different answers lol. Of course I love the job and I'm going to continue regardless but I'm just wondering the payscale from RN's out there. What have been your experiences with salary, pay?? Thanks so much! :) more

Resolved Question: nursing questions..Help?

I would like to know some things on nursing careers 1. to be an RN, can I start taking classes at a community college then go elsewhere after pre req's are done? if so, what classes can i take that will lead me to nursing? 2. How long is nursing school? 3. can I start off as an LPN then later be an RN? What would you recommend? thanks for your help. i am changing my career path and i could use ANY help or websites. thanks soo much!! more

Resolved Question: What is the beginning pay for an LPN in Indiana?

I live in Elkhart County and I am wondering that the demand and pay is for starting LPN's. I am currently in school working on becoming an LPN but didn't want to get too far if it wouldn't be worth it. When I am done with my LPN I plan on becoming an RN but need to know LPN pay for now...thanks!! more

Resolved Question: Nursing program: LPN to RN?

I've been accepted into a nursing school that requires an LPN first before entering their RN program, so I planned on taking their LPN program which is about 1 year. How long would it take to go from LPN to RN? I already completed all my prereqs and have an associates degree separate from nursing. Would that make a difference? more

Resolved Question: 68 whiskey mike 6 at ft sam houston?

I am joining the Army and leave next month for BCT at Ft Leonard Wood, then am going to Ft Sam Houston to complete Medical/Health Specialist Training (18 weeks) and M6 Training afterward (44 weeks). My job title is 68 Whiskey Mike 6. I was told this is the equivalent to a civilian LPN. What can I expect during training? Can anyone tell me what a typical day is like? And what is Ft Sam Houston like? Also, since I will still be in training, is there no leave time once I start AIT? I know I'll be able to come home for a few days after BCT before leaving for Texas, but the 68W training ends and M6 begins one right after the other, so for those 62 weeks will I be pretty much staying put? One other thing... I am going to be a reservist, so once I'm back home, will I basically just have to finish a year's worth of school to finish my RN from the LPN?LCPL- because that's what it's called. Sandra- thanks for your input. I already have about 65 college credits, on top of Nursing courses, CNA/PCT training and licensure and a pharmacy technician license. I have been working as a critical care tech since 2006. I was told that this training would carry over into the civilian world, but maybe that's because I already have quite a bit done as it is. acidBURN- Are you in the Nurse Corps? That's what I'm hoping to do once I'm done with my Bachelor's... I know it will take some time. Did you finish your degree before joining, or were you in the same boat as me?D- thank you so much, this really helps! more

Resolved Question: I would like to be a Registerd Nurse?

I just graduated and would like to find a school that will allow me to become a Registered Nurse instead of first becoming an LPN then going to RN. I was just wondering if that is possible and if anybody can help me find schools in my area that offer a program like that? I live in Minneapolis, MN. I want a program that will train me to become just a RN. more