I wonder if you can test for the RN program sm

TEAS test [2008-08-15]
Does anyone know anything about the TEAS test? I am in WV and applying for the nursing program, and was told that I will have to take the TEAS test. I was going to order the study guide but want to make sure I choose the right one...any help would be appreciated! Thanks

CNA test [2007-12-04]
What does the CNA test consist of? What is the best course to take and where online, how long did it take you? Soon to be student in the northeast.

I wonder if you can test for the RN program sm [2007-04-15]
In my state, there are RN programs that I believe allow you to test to see what you If I were you, I would contact that local community college and ask questions. The other thing is you must do clinicals, but I wonder if you could do like part-time transcription and go to school at the same time? I would look into it if I were you. I think you Good luck to you!

These books saved me on the test [2006-10-22]
I purchased the Review Guide for the RN pre-entrance exam, the cliffs test prep for nursing school entrance exam, and Chemistry for Dummies. Everything I read in the Chem for dummies book was ON the test. I highly recommend these books if you are going to be taking the test this spring. :)

I had A&P from 1987 and was admitted to BSN program last year. They said [2006-08-25]
it was up to me to refresh my AP if I felt I wasn't prepared. I didn't refresh and I did just fine in the physiology class.

Pre-admission nursing school test [2006-08-23]
Some colleges require you to take this test and score in the top 50th percentile out of all who take it in the nation. It is offered 2 x a year, once in the fall and once in the spring. Some schools will let you retake it 1 x (of course repaying for it), but most won't let you into their nursing program if you don't score in that top group on the exam. It is 3 hours long. You can purchase study books for it. I am nervous about it--ha

the PA program here was 27 months. [2006-08-04]
this is on a full time schedule, with 1-2 weeks off between 8-12 week sessions. It's a master's degree. The Nurse-Practitioner degree, on the other hand, is 5 semesters, with some on line courses, and can be attended full time or part time. It's made for people who work. One thing of note, the NP program has a government grant, if you go at least 9 semester hours and 6 semester hours in the summer, they will pay your tuition for you-- we need more nurses, ya know.

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!

TEAS test [2008-08-15]
Does anyone know anything about the TEAS test? I am in WV and applying for the nursing program, and was told that I will have to take the TEAS test. I was going to order the study guide but want to make sure I choose the right one...any help would be appreciated! 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

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?

Yes [2008-05-11]
Excelsior College in New York is the largest nursing program in the US. It is a distance education program and limits its admission to LPNs, paramedics, and other very specific persons who have had substantial supervised clinical experience and instruction. You can get your RN this way; they also have a RN-BSN program and some MSN programs. Go to http://www.excelsior.edu for more info. Some states (California and Maryland) do not accept Excelsior grads; a few other states have some other requirements for RN grads to meet besides just the degree. Most boards of nursing accept it just fine as is. HTH!

One more [2008-05-11]
There is a nursing program from Indiana State University that is a distance LPN-BSN that is recognized in many states. It has supervised clinicals that you set up in your own community, I believe. You can take your NCLEX-RN after you graduate, of course. As far as specific states that have their own nursing programs that are distance programs, I don't know for sure about that.

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

nursing reality check [2008-03-05]
I want to be realistic with you. About 12 years ago I was in a nursing program before I went to school for MT. I did the first semester and 1/2 and obviously the prereqs. I regret not finishing now but make no mistake how rigorous these 2-year RN programs are. I was married with 2 young children. It was VERY stressful. You are bascially at the school mostly 4-5 days per week - 2 days of clinicals at the hospital. If you aren't in class or clinicals you are in chec offs or practicing at labs. Not unusual to be at school practicing on weekends. Then, there are care plans to do for your clinical patients after your shift in addition to regular tests and skills checks offs in labs. I just want people to understand and be prepared. YOu need a very strong support system. There are those who work. I have heard full-time even. I have no idea how. I can only think these are younger students living at home. Not Moms with jobs, kids, and homes to take care of. I am not a single Parent and considered reentering the nursing program. I had to retake a few prerequistes. After retaking a few I ultimately realized this was just beyond me. I have 2 kids, a mortage, no spouse to help out and I cannot afford to quit working. In the end I have decided to pursue a business degree simply because I can take classes online without the added stress and hardship to my family. Having a calm family life is important to me because my youngest son has autism. We have quite enough to deal with. However, I am not discouraging nursing. Simply be prepared to work harder than you ever have. Also there is abullying problem in the nursing schools and nursing profession in general. Please be aware you need a thick skin. Docs can be tough but other nurses can to. Just want people to walk in with eyes open so they do not drop part-way through as I did. I guess I didn't have a passion for nursing or all of this would not have mattered - but there lots of people going into the nursing profession because of the high $$ right now and because MT is unstable. Good reasons, but nursing takes a lot more than just wanting $$. I learned that the hard way and decided to ultimately follow a different course. good luck.

Nursing is very versatile [2008-01-28]
Around here you can get into nursing programs at community colleges that integrate the LPN portion right into the RN portion. There is only one program, but if you want to stop at the LPN level (which is a 1-year diploma), you just stop at the appropriate time. If you want to continue onto RN, you just keep taking classes until you have your second year finished (for the associate's degree in nursing). Of course, you can go get a bachelor's degree in nursing. However, you are still only able to take the RN boards and will be at the same level as an RN as far as legality goes. Some employers place a premium on the bachelor's degree. Some of them require that BSN degree for charge nurse positions (in hospitals, not long-term care) or management. The BSN is designed to prepare one for postgraduate learning. If one wants to be a floor nurse starting IVs, participating in a code, assessing Homans sign, placing NG tubes, charting, etc., go with a 2-year CC. Be forewarned, though, that there is more paperwork (or computer work) than you would ever think possible in work as a nurse. Another thing--I haven't met anyone that likes nursing clinicals, so keep that in mind, too. You will spend a good portion of your nursing school in these clinicals. Nursing clinicals are nothing like actually working. They are valuable for some aspects of nursing care, but you will learn most everything on the job, just like with MT. Good luck!

LPN after 3 semesters..what state do you live in?...SM [2008-01-05]
I did finish my 3 semesters in the early 80s but stayed in the health field since then (obviously, I I checked out Connecticut, which is my nearest to NY, but they specifically stated 1,500 clinic hours to sit for the LPN from an A.S. program...which just cuts my 3 semesters by about 200 hours, since the first semester was only 4 credits/4 hours. Thanks for the info.

old hag looking into nursing - kat [2007-12-30]
I just turned 40. I had been in the nursing program 13 years ago. Didn't finish due to family problems and subsequent divorce. Oh how I wish I had. About a year ago after raising a couple of kids through infancy and preschool and elementary I on a dwindling MT salary I started back taking prerequits. I was told I had to retake a few classes (A and P 5 year shelf life) and they had added few others (Pharmacology, Lifespan Development, and a Chemistry with a lab). So Passed the Nursing Enteract Test (NET) last spring. Got onthe waitlist and 2 more prequistes to take. (second half of anatomy and pharm). I hope I will be in the program next fall. I have no idea how I will be able to swing finances for the next 2 years while in the program. I am hoping to continue MTing part-time, get a few loans/financial aid, and family help. I am not 40 and wonder if I am absolutely crazy. But as the sole supporter of 2 boys (now 15 and 9) I really need to make a change. Mt just doesn't do it anymore. We barely make the bills anymore.

PSB [2007-12-10]
Have any of you taken the PSB test for nursing?

CNA class [2007-12-07]
I took my onsite in a nursing home. I think it lasted like 6 weeks or so. The test consisted of a written (fill in the bubble) and a practical where you had to wash your hands first and do whatever tasks you were told to do. Good luck!

Correct--not all will, but [2007-12-07]
depending on the state, you can sit for the test in another state and apply for reciprocity in your own and be okay. Definitely ask your BON. My BON does not specifically address this on their website, so a call took care of that question for me.

not all states recognize Excelsior......sm [2007-12-06]
In the state where I live, three semesters of an approved program will allow you to sit the LPN boards. There may be, however, some time frame involved. The best place to look would be the websites of the state boards of nursing in the particular states you are interested in taking the boards.

CNA test [2007-12-04]
What does the CNA test consist of? What is the best course to take and where online, how long did it take you? Soon to be student in the northeast.

Excelsior College in NY doesn't [2007-11-26]
You can be admitted there to the RN program since you completed more than 50% of your RN program regardless of the fact that you don't have an LPN license. Otherwise, I don't know about sitting for the LPN exam. My RN program had the LPN built right into it. I had to stop out at the end of the LPN portion because I had a baby. :)

CHANGE IN LICENSE REQUIREMENTS?? pls. advise [2007-11-21]
I attended AAS (RN) program quite some years back couldn always wanted to got back. But you were still able to sit for the LPN exam if you had completed 3 out of the 4 required AAS (2-year program) semesters. I always intended to do that, at least I figured I could always sit for the LPN boards. Now it seems, as of 6/1/07, in my state (NY) you could no longer do that...you had to graduate from an LPN program. DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THIS IS TRUE IN THE OTHER STATES? I could take the exam in another state. As it stands now, I Anyone know? Pls. advise. Thx.

Unclear Post [2007-11-21]
Better and simpler said: Would anyone know if a (RN program) nursing or former nursing student can still take the LPN exam after 3 semesters, like was always the case, or did they change it in all the states? I know in NY you can

Don't know if this helps... [2007-11-20]
I believe Kaplan onlyoffers Associates RN to residents in Florida (presumably for clinicals???). However, just yesterday I checked with my local community college and they are offering an online RN program! Clinicals are1 or 2days a week at a local hospital. The rest of the classes, however, are online. Perhaps your local college is offering that as well? The only obstacle I can see is that they require previous direct patient care. Oh, I asked and MT is not considered direct patient care...dang! I'm going to see if they will accept volunteer patient care (most hospitals/hospice will let you volunteer). Sorry, this doesn I With nursing, though, the opportunities seem endless. PS. I also checked into Excelsior online to CLEP some college courses in order to be able to apply for nursing school by their March deadline. If I had taken a whole semester, I would have had to wait for my grade in May and not apply again till September. Turns out, the local college allows you to CLEP at the school for only $60. Hope this makes sense! Good luck!

I have been considering nursing also. [2007-11-15]
Graduated from high school then a 10 month medical transcription program with no other college. Do you have any college? Is the Kaplan Nursing School you mentioned the online school? Why did you buy entrance exam books? Will Kaplan take you from start to finish for an R.N. with no other college courses? Sorry about all the questions. So curious. I really feel like I could have a leg up on other students as well with my 18 years of anatomy, physiology and terminology. Just trying to work up the courage and find a way to get it down while still working.

Nursing [2007-11-15]
IP I II, Microbiology, Chemistry, Statistics, Nutrition, Human Growth and Development, English, Speech, Music appreciation, and some other classes for the Bachelor degree. I got the book from Barnes Noble. I'm scheduled to take the PSB test December 12, 2007, which is the exam when applying to the program.

MT to nurse [2007-11-13]
I have not finished school, so cannot answer NCLEX test, but you will have a giant leg up on other students when it comes to your anatomy and physiology classes as well as basic pharmacology. Not to mention, you already know the language, and they don't. It is because of my prior knowledge and the fact that I don't have to study some of the stuff as much sa others do that I am able to continue working while in nursing school with no problem.

MT to nurse question [2007-11-12]
This past weekend, I went and gotKaplan Nursing School Entrance Exams book, and while I was at Barnes Nobles, I looked through some of the NCLEX preperation books, and it looked a lot like the stuff we need to know for transcribing. For those who went from MTs to nurses, did you find it easier to pass the NCLEX test because of your MT background?