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10 Common Questions (and Answers) About the NCLEX

You can find information all over the web about the NCLEX, but where to start? The NCLEX test is one of the most important tests you’ll face as an aspiring nurse but it can be hard to see the forest from the trees, especially with so much information out there about the exam. Thankfully, we’ve compi...

Keeping the Kids busy while you attend your online prep course

Keeping the Kids busy while you attend your online prep course A Class session is 3 hours long -- that is a long time to focus your attention away from the kids so important reminders include: we do take a 15 min break halfway through. You can use this to check on the kids, and refocus them onto a n...

Fun Facts about Nursing

To become a nurse, you must learn a great deal –and good nurses never stop learning. But it doesn’t hurt to take a break and read about some nurse facts that don’t involve saving patient lives. Here are some interesting facts about nursing that you might find entertaining –and don’t worry, there isn...

3 Myths About Online Nursing Programs

If you're interested in advancing your nursing career by leveling up your certification, you've probably thought about taking classes online. There are several misconceptions about online nursing programs regarding how they work, what’s involved, and the overall benefits. Let’s clarify some common m...

Want to Ace Every Exam in Your RN Program? Make Drug Cards

Nursing school can be challenging. In fact, a 2018 study in the UK determined that more than 25% of nursing school students drop out entirely [1]. Why do so many students bail out on their nursing degrees? One big reason is that they feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of material they need to lear...

Are LPNs Being Phased Out?

If you are a Licensed Nurse Practitioner, keeping tabs on the employment outlook for LPNs is important. Although there is a nationwide nursing shortage, the industry is changing, leaving many healthcare professionals to wonder, "will LPNs be phased out?" Let's explore the job outlook for LPNs and ho...

The 7 Must-Have Features of a BSN Bridge Program

Whether you're a paramedic, an LPN, or even an ADN-qualified RN, you've probably thought about getting your Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. If you haven't, you might consider it.

Online RN programs: Why Achieve Test Prep may be the perfect choice

Laura Gonzalez felt stuck. A hard-working LPN with a decade's experience, she knew she had the skills and knowledge to do more—and with two kids at home, she wouldn't mind a higher salary, either. But every time Laura applied for a promotion, she got passed over. Instead, the job went to someone who...

8 Pros and 3 Cons of a Nursing Bridge Program

Are you a Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LPN) thinking about making the move to Registered Nurse (RN)? Or perhaps you're already an RN, but you've got your eye on a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree? Either way, we say go for it.

How to Get into Nursing School Despite Your Low GPA

Looking to upgrade your career? Demand for Registered Nurses (RNs) continues to grow as the Baby Boomer generation ages, adding patients to the network and removing retiring nurses from the workforce. In fact, according to recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1.93 million new and re...

3 Tips Guaranteed to Make Your LPN to BSN Bridge Easier

So, you've decided to turn that Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) degree into a full-on Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree? Great move. Between the increased career opportunities it enables and the higher pay scale it unlocks, the move to BSN has real potential to launch your career to the nex...

How an LPN to RN program can land you a leadership role (and a raise)

It's safe to say that Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are among the most vital staffers in any hospital or other healthcare environment. They're the front-line heroes who do all the little—and often not-so-little—things that keep a healthcare facility humming, day-in and day-out. It's demanding. It...

FREE Guide: How to Get Financial Aid for your Nursing Program

Nursing is a great career. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics [1], the median pay for a registered nurse was $70,000 in 2017. Better yet, demand for registered nurses is expected to grow 15% by 2026, much faster than most jobs, thanks largely to a generation of aging, but still active baby ...

LPN to RN Online Programs: Tips for Sorting Out the Good, Bad, & Ugly

Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) thinking about taking the plunge and becoming a Registered Nurse (RN)? Go for it! Becoming an RN is a great career move. According to the US Department of Labor, RNs made an average of nearly $25,000 more per year than LPNs in 2017 [1] [2]. (Having more RNs a...

Credit by Exam for BSN Programs:  Finish Faster with this 5-Step Roadmap

Whether you're a brand new nursing student or the proud holder of a two-year Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN—and congratulations, by the way) it's likely you've considered going after a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Why? Because as great as an ADN is, once you get your BSN...

Why RNs Make More Money than LPNs

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median pay for RNs in 2016 was $68,450 per year. The 2016 median pay for LPNs was $44,000 per year – a difference of over $24,000 per year. For both LPNs and RNs the basic essentials of nursing are the same. They both provide care for people who...

Battling Stress and Burnout as A Nurse Practitioner

Nurses face stress every day, and the profession has the highest burnout rate in healthcare. Studies show that 43% of newly-licensed nurses leave their first jobs within 3 years, and 17.5% leave within the first year. However, one nurse has managed to stay focused for 38 years in one of the most str...

Tips for the First Year Nursing Student

If you’ve just started nursing school, congratulations on taking the first step toward a rewarding career! It's an exciting time in your life, but the first year nursing student experience can be intimidating. What should you expect as a first year nursing student, and how can you succeed in nursing...

The Best and Worst Nursing Programs in Alabama (Based on Pass Rates)

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the national demand for nurses will grow by 19% by 2022. Alabama only has half the number of nurses it needs, so the demand will be even greater. Entering a nursing program in Alabama would be a good career choice, but how do you choose which one? One fa...

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