LPN to RN to Nurse practioner?
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I know three women who are in the process of going from LPN to RN.  The one who is somewhat ahead in her classes says it significantly easier going from LPN to RN that it was getting the LPN in the first place.\nThat's the extent of what I can contribute to your question other than good luck to you!
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In september i will be attending William Paterson University in their nursing program for 5years....the programs are the best way to go to become a nurse...look around to see what colleges have these nursing programs\n\nGOOD LUCK!
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I would say nursing. You can do the lpn program or the rn.  The pay is good and there seems to be a big demand for nurses all the time.\n\nI should have went that route--dumb me--I became a teacher.  Cripes--talk about low pay.  I finally gave up teaching and now just do telemarketing (with a Master's Degree lol). I now make $10,000 more a year than I did teaching.  Sad, isn't it?\n\nBe a nurse.
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There are 3 ways in becoming a nurse (RN).  Diploma program, associate's degree, and bachelor's degree.  You can also become an LPN.  The diploma program and associate degree program take 2 years to complete.  However, most AD (associate's degree) programs require sciences to be completed or will put you on a wait list.  The AD program is usually offered by a community college or local college.  The diploma program is easier to get into (no wait list, no sciences prior to admission) and is offered by a hospital or adult community classes.  The LPN is usually offered through adult classes and will only take 1 year.  The advantage of becoming an LPN is that you will become a nurse in one year and can transfer to a college to then become an RN for only an additional year.  (You can work as an LPN as you study to become an RN).  So, yes it is possible for you to become an RN in 2 years.  If you are a senior now, look at all of the programs near you NOW.  You need to apply because the spots to fill up quickly.  I hope this was helpful in your quest to becoming an RN.  If you can, brush up on your sciences.
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RN (registered nurse) has more training and is allowed to do more things....plus their pay is higher than an LPN.\n\nLPN (licensed practical nurse) takes only 1 year to finish, and they can do basic thing only.\n\nI've seen the pay for LPNs at around $15/hour while RN can get around $30/hour.  Pay will depend on what part of the country you're in though.\n\nIf you have time and are serious about nursing, go for the RN.
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You need a 2 year program, basically, plus passing an exam like the NCLEX.\n\nYou can make even more money if promoted to a supervisory RN role.
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Unless you are already a nurse, either an LPN or associate degreed RN - I believe you are out of luck as far as finding a reputable school who will allow you to complete your degree online.\n\nThere are online degrees for LPN's seeking an Associate Degree or a BSN/RN degree.  Also there are RN (Associate Degree) to BSN programs available online.  If you have no nursing degree whatsoever, I know of no program such as you describe.\n\nNOTE: PLEASE read carefully the details on these online programs.  The one listed below is for a Bachelor of Science in Business...it is not an actual Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
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A lot depends on the state you're in. But as a rule, they can do mostly the same things.\n\nNurse Practioners are trained in the nursing model, PA's in the medical model. What this means is that they often look at the same problem from different perspectives.\n\nOne isn't BETTER than the other. It depends in the individual NP/PA.\n\nPA's often work in a wide variety of specialties. NPs usually only work in a handful.
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The best I can think of is doing a blended MSN/MBA or MSN/MPH. This combination of degrees should give you the education needed to put you in hospital administration or work in healthcare policy. The MSN could also give you enough education to teach nursing to students that are aspiring BSN's, LPN's or ADN's. The Doctor of Nursing Practice could also prepare you for a career in research or education, and at most institutions that is only one extra year of schooling. The DNP is a new degree, but with healthcare you never know what the future holds. Or you could take the next 4+ years and become a PhD. \n\nHow does Dr. Lilbittygirl sound? I think it has a ring to it! Reach for the sky...
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Try visiting  www.discovernursing.com - you'll find tons of information there on nursing.\n\nDespite prior statements,  you do not need a BS to be an RN.   There are two-year RN programs and RN bridge programs for persons  who have an LPN/LVN.   The push MAY be for RNs to have a bachelor's degree,  but the  reality is that there is such a shortage of nurses  willing to work  in NURSING (yes, nurses work in  fields outside of active nursing),  that states/countries are creating  avenues to bring  in more  nurses quickly.\n\nWhat you can do with a nursing certificate/degree will depend upon the state/country you live in.  Generically, you could go back and do a 1 year nursing certificate program and become an LPN/LVN.  Or, you could pick up the sciences and other pre-reqs you need and complete a 2nd associates--the outcome could be an LPN/LVN or an RN depending upon the school/program you enter into.  Or, you could transfer to a university and pursue a bachelor's degree in nursing.
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well it depends on what kinda work you wanna do. Like if you want to be an LPN, i would suggest becoming a CNA, then you could experience working under an LPN in a nursing home or hospital. Thats what i did and having that kinda experience makes it look good when you go to collage to become an LPN or RN and is actually required to get into a nursing program in most places.. Plus its nice to add that to your resume..
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Safety Engineering Technology\nComputer Information Systems\nIndustrial Engineering Technology\nAviation Maintenance Technology\n\nOh yeah, almost forgot the obvious choice!  Nursing.  An RN licensure is usually obtained after completing a 2 year Associates of Science degree.  The licensure is seperate from the degree though and varies by state.
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they help you with skin and hair problems such as acne, hair loss or rashes.\n\nLPNs are needed but an RN has more expirence and can do things to help the doctor out more..so they might favor the RN more..as  an RN you can assist patients on your own..such as writing prescriptions, but LPNs assits in general areas..
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You can become a LPN or LVN at a community college.  I think it requires a 1 year certificate now in all states.  RN need 2 year for diploma, and 4 year for bachelors degree.  You can become a CNA (nursing assistant) with training, and you usually do the grimy work that the nurses don't want to do, such as removing soil from patients and feeding.
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I wanna be a nurse practitioner, and my major is nursing
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It depends on what degree you have and what capacity you nursing. For example a school nurse entry level position may only pay you between 24,000-28,000 US dollars per year, but entering the field as a nurse specializing in trauma, or geriatrics, pediatric, OR Nurse, Oncology Nursing, or any specialized nursing will not probably begin by paying you additional money, but in the long-run, specializing in a field of nursiong requiring specialized knowledge will pay off for you eventually.  Home health nursing can also be very lucrative though you must have a certain number of years experience as well as a certain level of knowledge and experience with different types of equipment. \nI have a friend who recently became an LPN and works regular 8 hr shifts 5-6 days per week and he made 66,000 US dollars last year.  It really depends on your level of education, the position you take and if you are administration in the nursing field, a Patient care manager, a Director of Nursing, assistant director of nursing or even in a recruiting or teaching position.  There is a significant difference in salary depending upon if you are an LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse, RN Registered nurse, BSN Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, or if you become a nurse practitioner.  LPN can be achieved in 2 or less years depending on if your program is excellerated, it allows you to nurse, but it limits the meds you can provide and in the field depending on where you nurse, it can limit you to doing treatments and giving meds only.  RN is historically achieved in 4 years and comes as a BSN but in previous years RN has been accelerated and given in 2-4 years without the bachelors degree.  Becoming a nurse practitioner is usually a step that some nurses who hold a Masters of Science in NUrsing take which will put them at about an equivelent level with a physician's assistant (PA) able to follow and treat patients but unable to prescribe narcotics and followed up by a physician who signs off on his/her treatments or prescribed course of action.  They work under the licensure or an approved physician.  I would suggest getting on a web site that does national or even international comparison for careers with varying levels of education.  Sorry I don't have additional time to find any for you at this time, but I hope this helped you out a bit anyway.  If I find time I will post some sites for you a bit later.  GOOD LUCK with your future endeavors and don't get discouraged!
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Im an LPN and my passion has always been working with the older folks, I just love them, I also like mental health. It all depends on what you like to do, dont work somewhere only because of the pay, decide what you want to do and see what is open in that field. There are lots of jobs out there that you wouldnt even consider needing nurses, things like factories, schools, camps etc etc.