I used to work with someone.... sm

I used to work with someone.... sm [2007-04-16]
....who was going to nursing school while working full-time as an MT at the hospital where I was working at the time (she worked 10 hrs/day Fri-Mon). She said that she was very strongly advised NOT to do LPN and then RN, but rather to go straight for the RN. I don't remember exactly why....I got the impression that once you work as an LPN, it is hard to come back as an RN and get the respect you deserve. But I could be wrong about that - you probably should talk to the people at the school where you plan to go, both students and faculty. Have you ever worked in a patient care situation before? It can be pretty intense. If you think it is something you want to do, go for it! And good luck.

Same here in NY. Nursing home or home care work only for LPNs. No more hospital jobs. Hospice would [2006-12-18]
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the main advantage to being a CNA is if you work at the hospital where you want to be hired later [2006-09-26]
as a nurse. Of course the experience is helpful, not only with patient contact but also learning time management in the hospital environment. But I wouldn't work for less just to be a CNA. At our university (Northern Illinois University), the CNA thing is not required. Also we do not take any tests like the NLN for admission. However, with only 70 students taken out of 1000 applicants and a 100% pass rate for NCLEX, I don't think it's hurting them...

unionize [2008-11-15]
I agree. I have never heard of an job where you get hired and make the same wage forever. Every other job gets merit increases, cost of living. Here you get 9 cent a line if you are lucky and the only way to make more is to type more. Itmedical language speciliasts and making is sound like you could work either production OR hourly, but it's untrue. Hourly jobs are fewer and fewer in between. I know of no major hospitals or medical centers in my area that don't outsource. Very very few retain in-house staff now days. The Nationals are terrible. They are interchangeable. The promise you the moon and the stars but in the end it's low work or now work - which means no pay, no reimbursement for down time, crappy ESL after crappy ESL, terrible platforms which slow down production and yet wanting high production standards and high QA scores. I am ready to get off the crazy train. A profession this is not. Its barely a job. You can flip a burger or be bank teller and make almost as much money and have probably even more respect than in MT these days.

QUESTION..NEED ADVICE (DOUBLE BIND)..SM [2008-11-04]
Question:Anyone know of state (will go to ANY in US) ... that will let me sit for the LPN boards with Equivalent Education, ie, an Associate Some 20-somthing years ago, I dropped out of an AS program (RN)... intending to return. At least, I get at least my LPN take it from there. But, as of last June, my state I was counting on being able to do that, work as an LPT while getting my RN in the meantime, probably online or so. PROBLEM: All programs I Can Even external degree programs like Excelsior College require LPN or Military, etc. to enter. (My neighbor, Connecticut, allows sitting for the LPN boards after 3 AS semesters provided 1,500 hours of actual clinical experience are met. My 1-1/2 years, or 3 semesters, fall about 250-300 hours of that requirement, so I can I can neither can I take the last semester of the AS program. Is there a state where I would qualifty to take the LPN boards with the 3 college-level AS semesters I have, which NY no longer allows? I Any knowledgeable advice would be appreciated. Isweat shop hog for pennies. I'd even return to school for a few months to get any required courses I might need. I am desperately search for an answer... any ideas? Need to get OUTTA HERE now.

LPN [2008-10-29]
I am doing the same thing. I was going to check out a school that is basically a Vo-Tech for LPN, but decided to go the college route. I am 38 years old, I have some of my credits for college already, so I am a little ahead of the game. However, I am staying away from the LPN vo-tech school because nothing is transferrable to take to your RN courses. I say get the LPN, get working, and most importantly, get your education paid for through the hospital you work for. Most of them have great scholarship programs.

Another MT to Nursing question... [2008-10-20]
Hi, I have been an MT for 16 years and have always wanted to get into nursing and now that my children are a little older, I am looking at it more seriously. Here is what I The 2-year RN program is filled until 2010 and even now, already over half full for the 2010 track. There is also an LPN 1-year program that I can test for starting in November, that begins next August. I am 40 years old and don I am thinking of doing the LPN next August, be out in a year and then doing the LPN-RN bridge program, which is offered either as a 1-year or 2-year program that you can do while also working. My thought is that I can get a job at the hospital where I have been MTing for 16 years as LPN (they do hire them), work there while completing my RN degree. Does this sound like a plan that would work and what advice or suggestions can anyone offer? I have spoke with the Dean of Nursing in the RN program and she said that a lot of people do that as the bridge program is easier to get into. Also, the hospital that I work for offers scholarships and also educational loans, so the financial part of it is not a real issue. Thanks for any help!

I guess I'm the odd person out here. I left the nursing [2008-10-15]
field (LPN) to do MT work. I loved nursing school and everything about it, but when I got to the real world of nursing, nobody cared if you did your job well, everybody just wanted it done in a hurry. Going back to nursing would be a last resort for me.

Torn between 2 professions [2008-10-08]
Right out of high school I went into nursing school but never finished b/c of personal reasons. I then went into medical transcription and have been doing it for the past 5 years. I have always regretted not finishing up my nursing degree and am thinking about going back but am very torn. On the one hand as an MT I work from home which is nice because I have a 2-year-old and a 1-year-old. But, with the way things are going in the MT field, it is hard to find a good company, and if you do it seems everyone is running out of work. As a nurse, I am worried about not having as much flexibility with hours, as I would miss the time away from my 2 children but know that I could provide for them better finanically. I have been accepted into a nursing program and in 2 years would be an RN. Any suggestions, tips, just overall feedback. I could really use anyone's advice as I am really really torn!

2 professions [2008-10-08]
Definitely go with the RN. Much more job stability and much better pay. Many hospitals now do 12-hour shifts so you could work 3 days a week and be considered fulltime. If you did 2nd or 3rd shift, you'd still be home with your kids most of the time. My daughter is in an RN program right now and those were some of the things she considered when deciding her major. Also it would be a little tough to off-shore a nurse!

is it time to unionize our industry yet? [2008-10-08]
we get treated like glorified secretaries more and more each day, with not only NO raises EVER, they keep cutting our rates to be competitive! what would happen if we all justdecide ona specific day to go on strike and not do any work...think they think they not trying to go all norma rae here but jeez, I any thoughts?

RN vote, now !!!! [2008-10-08]
Youof this field NOW. My sister is an RN and works in a nursing pool. She only works 3 days a week, 12-hour shifts with some flexibility in the days she wants to work, like off on all Sundays....and makes over triple+ what I make and I have been doing transcription for over 20 years ! I wish I could deal with ill people and blood; I would have been an RN. Good luck.

e-mail me who this is? [2008-10-07]
shopping around for work, thanks.

RN or LPN... [2008-09-13]
If you want to work in long term care, and you want to give patient care, you want to go for your LPN. If you want Hospital work you definitely want your RN... HOPE this helps! Linda/CMAS, BS RN

hospital paid per hour base plus incentive [2008-07-14]
I work in a hospital. I am paid by the hour plus incentive. The money is not bad (maybe 55K a year) but the job stress politcs is bad and today i found out the stress contributed to the death of a fellow employee. Yup. I am changing professions. ASAP and tomorrow may not be too soon.

and there is no bullying in MT? [2008-07-07]
OMG where do you work? I am leaving transcription, for the exact reason. BULLYING. I love the job, the BULLYING is driving me out out out.

how close are you to Nevada? [2008-06-28]
I know a respiratory therapist who royally screwed up when he was young and dumb, did his time and has never been in trouble since, in his 40's now, one of the best RT's and workers I have ever seen. He was saying TX and Nevada were only a couple of states he could work in. Good luck.

getting into nursing [2008-06-26]
I was wondering, how hard is it to become a nurse in California with a felony record? my felonies are from 12 years ago and have lived as an upstanding citizen since. any info would be great as i do not wish to pay for the training just to find out i can't work. thanks.

Home Jobs For Money [2008-06-16]
Throughout the worldwide online home based jobs are becoming very lucrative for people to earn the extra money apart from their scheduled work. And the demands are also increasing very rapidly. If you are interested to shine your career there this article will help you alot. If typing on a computer makes you comfortable then this may be for you. Here is a work which can serve your satisfaction an easy work at a home job if you feel comfortable on the computer. If you are efficient to type at a good speed with accuracy, this can be an easy dependable source of income. Today�s technology with the tools available like spell check, grammar check etc., makes it a lot easier. Even it's possible to earn over $40 per hour with these types of jobs. The potentiality in the data entry / Medical Transcription arena is in an enormous demand. Many companies worldwide that outsourced data entry. Many people are happy with the earning of $1000 - $3000 a month additional income. This level of income surely demands that you should have a detail understanding skills for data entry programs. You need to research the Top programs and first time throws youself in a chance.Some people may think that after joining an online program the money will start flowing in. In reality, at the first time it never happens. For them data entry/medical transcription is absolutely hopeless. You should look for the legitimate data entry / transcription programs available in the market. One simply needs to opt the field by choosing from the best programs available with a money back guarantee. In this field you have the protection if it does not work out for you. It is not very expensive to get started in one of the programs so the risk / reward is very good in my opinion. Here are the steps to guide to getting started: 1. Review the detail on Home Based Medical Transcription Programs2. You should sign up for an online Transcription training program ormake it sure that the program you help you to progress.3. Stop the choices to 1-3 programs4. searching for a program with a money back guarantee 5. Use your charge card if possible for protectionWorking from home it is important for you to remember that you will have to do some work for which you won't get paid. Many people transform from a day job to a home job, but they should have the self-discipline to work from home. Only you know if this is right the opportunities for you are available to make your career higher from your expectation. With Best Regards Kathy http://www.mtbillingpoint.com

I agree [2008-05-27]
You're right when you say there is no greener grass in healthcare. I was burned out 5.5 years ago with transcription so I went to school to become a respiratory therapist. Guess what, now I'm burned out doing that, too. The politics in the hospital setting is unbearable. Patient care takes a back seat to all of the politics. I'm willing to at least work casual doing RT work just to keep my credentials and so that my hard earned education doesn't go to waste. Just be aware that most healthcare fields nowadays are not cracked up to what they say. I don't want to discourage you, because patient care does have its rewards. I just wish you luck in whatever other field you choose.

If you are thinking about LPN . . . [2008-05-27]
Maybe you should think about an associates degree in RN? It is only 1 semester more of schooling than LPN (LPN course 18 months RN course 24 months), and you have a lot more opportunity for RN (as well as a lot more job openings). As an RN you can work hospital, clinic, and nursing home. As an LPN, you are lucky to get anything outside of clinic, thus less work opportunity. I have done a lot of research on these courses, so let me know if you have any questions. Also . . . it may be different per state, but as of right now, the only difference between an associates versus bachelors in nursing is $1/hr pay. Good luck. It is never too late to change your profession.

I've had enough as well - I'm 58 and in nursing school. [2008-05-26]
Hi there, believe it or not I just finished my 1st year of R.N. school, but it is going to be a 4-1/2 year course. I Transcription supervisor trying really hard to screw up my school by demanding attendance of daytimedepartment meetings. Courses arevery hard, so I can I It seems there is something new every week to mess with your production, cheating on lines, on and on. I say go for it. What can it hurt, except give you more knowledge.

no expanders [2008-05-18]
you know, you could still type your Expanders and the spell check will stop for them and then you can plug in the expanded words. You just have to make sure none of your expanders are real English words though. Not perfect, I realize, but it is a work-around.

Okay, I just have to ask... [2008-05-18]
What the heck kind of company do you work for, that will not let you use word expanders?! Please tell us, so none of us make the mistake of going to work for them...EVER!

The last straw... [2008-05-17]
I have begun to realize I'm sick to DEATH of medical transcription, as it's the only profession I know where you're punished for being fast and accurate, held back, obstructed, etc. Now my company has announced we have to go to company computers and NO WORD Expanders will be allowed on their pristine, sanctified virgin computers. I've always been wistful about nursing. I'm 58 but would like to keep working at least another 10 years. Wondering if there would be any hope for me to get into an LVN (LPN) program at this late date. Pros: I care about people, especially elderly and disabled, been doing MT for over 20 years, and would like to work among human beings, not locked up in a room all the time like Rumpelstiltskin trying to spin straw (BS) into gold. Cons: Horrible with math (maybe 6th grade comprehension at this point) could I possibly pass entrance exams? Anybody ever made this transition at such a late date and with such drawbacks?

RN....... [2008-05-10]
You might be able to get some preliminary classes out of the way, but you would definitely have to do your student nursing in an actual hospital and I don't know how they would set that up or oversee your work. My niece is an RN but she is taking classwork for pediatric physician assistant. She is doing coursework online through Vanderbilt University but she has to drive up (several hours one way) once a week to do actual work up there and seminars. It's that actual clinic work that you definitely couldn't do online, so not sure how they would set that up. Check it out.....you never know!!!

HEALTH CARE CAREER [2008-04-15]
If a profession directly concerned with human service magnetizes you, it will be perfect for you to switch on your career in Health Care. Here you not only cultivate your knowledge on medical services but you can also share the same platform with the doctors other medicalexperts. The utility of Health Care in modern world is so urgent that your exertion for Health Care training will never go in vain. To know about Health Care you should run your glance on this article. Healthcare jobs are become the craze for many people. But they had an experience with a doctor, dentist or nurse that went beyond the call of duty and was inspiring in their personal lives. It is not necessary that they should excel in the sciences in school and project themselves to find a career which will allow them to focus on that branch ofknowledge. People in the healthcare field have a common trait: they are passionate to work with and help people. If it suits you, you might be absolutely perfect for health care training and education that pursues your dream of working in a health care profession. One convenient way is to take online classes. By attending the Internet classes, you can receive a quality education at your pace. From a wide variety of healthcare careers, you can choose according to your choice. For example, if you are biassed for a Patient Care Technician. This is a diploma program offered through accredited colleges, and after the training you can perform tasks related to hematology, phlebotomy and urinalysis. Your skills are very necessary to work in a hospital, extended care facility, a nursing home, or to participate in a home health care team.Patients, affected with diseases or injuries can benefit from physical therapy. You may choose to begin a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant. You can assist those sufferings to improve mobility, relieve pain, and restore function to patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You can complete this program in two years and will result in an Associate's degree. If your choice goes for working with people and computers, you have to look into a degree in Health Information Technology. You need your computer skills to work in compiling and managing health information databases. People in this career can engage into the work in a wide variety of venues, including hospitals, insurance and managed careorganizations, and more.A related health care career can be fit if you are animal-lover. Youmay opt a career path as a Veterinary Technician. You will work under a Veterinarian's supervision to perform medical tests, treat and diagnose medical conditions in animals. You need an extensive training on anatomy and physiology of domestic animals, animal nutrition, animal nursing and large animal care, diagnostic imaging, and training in common labprocedures.There are a wide number of choices in health care for which training is available. Utilizing the ease and convenience of online courses from accredited colleges and universities has never been easier. With best regards Linda

Rn not MT [2008-03-11]
I would go with RN. That said I was pursing RN at 40 but decided to go into business related field. The reason is you do have to have a lot of strong famliy support. Pursuing RN as a more mature adult can be done but it is VERY difficult for a single parent like myself who not only has to work full-time to pay the mortage, but also there is no other adult to help pull the weight. Ultimately that is why I decided against RN even though Iknow the job opportunities and pay are better. You have to look at your own lifestyle situation. Saying go for RN across the board without considerations to other aspects of your life -- how will you live while you pursue full-time school? Do you have a spouse to help pay bills and watch children? Is nursing your passion or do you prefer more solitary work? Looking at just the job security and pay RN beats MT However, I went into MT because it gave me the ability to work from home. As a young single Mother this was vitally important. I had paid sitters for daycare when I worked outside the home and I didn So for me the lower pay etc was a tradeoff for perks of working athome. Now my kids are getting older I would like to get out of MT. Working on production pay can be great or it can be difficult. There is no security of making the same paycheck, which I am looking for as I get older. So truly assess your own particular lifestyle, personality and what would suit you best. I have seen some really negative changes in MT. I loved it 10 years ago when I started out. The money wasn't bad and you readily could find in-house or at-home work with great benefits. It's much more difficult these days.