r/LPN_LVN_Community • u/Soft-Pepper-1122 • 5h ago
Discussion Bridge program
I just recently finished the LPN program a couple months ago and I want to go back and do the bridge program. Should I work a little while and then go back or try to jump straight into the bridge program. Just looking for some thoughts or experiences thanks!
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u/Last-Diet-5311 4h ago
It depends on you completely. If you're up for another year straight, go for it. If the financial or mental strain will be too hard on you and push you into dropping/ failing, then you should wait.
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u/piercedandpainted1 LPN 4h ago
My advice is work for at least a year. Give yourself time to practice nursing and adjust. I’ve been a nurse for nearly two years. I’m applying for a bridge program that will start summer 2028
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u/Lovely_determined9 4h ago
Why do long ?
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u/piercedandpainted1 LPN 4h ago
Because I’ve been in school almost non stop since 2023, I have a teenager at home still, I work full time, I’m taking my prerequisites one at a time and I want to give myself plenty of time to prep for the teas. I was going to apply for summer 2027, but realized I needed to slow down
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u/Lovely_determined9 4h ago
Okay that’s understandable. I was just curious for wanting to wait. & yes knowing what you can handle is best. Thanks for your response
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u/piercedandpainted1 LPN 4h ago
I tend to push myself hard, so for me slowing down was not an easy choice. But just knowing I’m giving myself more time it a huge weight off my shoulders. I don’t really want to wait … but I think I’ll do better if I do. It took a lot of thought and introspection.
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u/Lovely_determined9 3h ago
I totally understand!! Just stay focus💕 everybody loves at a different pace and I had to learn the hard way that sometimes moving at a slower pace can be a blessing in disguise
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u/Exotic-Gain-4316 4h ago
Start working on your prerequisites if you have not completed them yet. This too will earn you the experience and direct bedside care you will need when you are ready to apply for the bridge program.
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u/t00fargone 4h ago
It depends on your situation. Do you need a little break from school? If so, don’t wait too long because the longer you wait, the harder it is to go back. If you need to save up some money, work for a little while and save your money. Maybe start on some prerequisites.
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u/Vmajestic 3h ago
Just jump right in. You have to wait a little bit anyways if you have perquisites to complete. But start the process now.
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u/Icy_Mood1159 2h ago edited 2h ago
I do not recommend taking a break from school. Get the LPN license and keep going through your RN program. The last 2 semesters of nursing school
are when things get real. You will be at a disadvantage if you leave for a year because everything you will learn moving forward builds on all your former learning. There is a difference between thinking like an LPN and an RN and it's important to step into that role and it will definitely help you pass the boards. Also...Hospitals like brand new fresh RNs that they can mold if you plan to work in a hospital. Been a nurse for 15 years btw.
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u/AggressiveLocation59 36m ago
This is the way. I ended up taking about a year to get back into school due to me working and just applying to places, so if you have the chance to go, do it. I Just started my LPN to BSN last week!
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u/mwrarr LPN/LVN to RN 5h ago
Don’t wait if you can do it. I am in a bridge that wasn’t allowed a break & I thought about waiting & doing a traditional bridge &/or just working for awhile. I am so glad I didn’t wait now because the amount of information is intense. It’s not necessarily new info but more depth. And I know a year from now I would not have the same jumping off point as I do now, as a June 26 new grad.