Posted this in another community but didn't get any response, so hopefully here I will!
I’m trying to figure out some plans for this summer and could use some advice.
I’m almost done with my first year of an ASN program, and my program is structured so we can challenge the NCLEX-PN at this point. I also currently have a externship that I’ll be doing over the summer. (And a regular, non-healthcare job that I could go back to full time at).
I’m stuck on whether it would be better to go ahead and test for my LPN and so I can start working as an LPN, or just stick with the externship this summer. I have talked to a few of my professors and my extern preceptor, but they all have different suggestions.
I know it’s ultimately my decision, but I’d really appreciate hearing what others have done or would recommend. Thanks!