Barmherzigkeit

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1. What does your username mean?

   Barmherzigkeit replied to LifesAJourney's topic in Humor

   Barmherzigkeit - translated from German means merciful and compassionate. In memory of my sweet mom who I had the honor to care for for 7 years. :)

2. Nursing School Needs Repair (And Why I Quit)

   Barmherzigkeit posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   I'm a 56 year old former Industrial Engineer and Project Manager who was previously accepted into several accelerated 2nd bachelor degree nursing programs in Florida. Having been a full-time caregiver to my mom for 7 years, I wanted to help people wi...

3. Am I too old to become an RN??

   Barmherzigkeit replied to bananerz84's topic in LPN-RN

   Go for it! I'm 57 and started an accelerated BSN program this summer. Before spending $$ on a private school, do look at state universities and community colleges. I'm at a state university and love it.

4. Is nursing school worth it?

   Barmherzigkeit replied to Jazzycat22's topic in General Students

   You can get a great education at a state university or community college for far less money. I think you are wise for questioning the costs of tuition you are currently paying. Before making a change, can you find out if your local community college ...

5. Shoes, uniforms, shower after clinical?

   Barmherzigkeit replied to Barmherzigkeit's topic in General Students

   I had to laugh when I read this because of a story a friend of told me. He was on a cruise with his wife and had too much to drink one night. The next morning, his wife noticed brown stuff shmeared all over the sheets and accused him of pooping himse...

6. Paramedic making the change....any advise??

   Barmherzigkeit replied to erogersii's topic in General Students

   Definartely GO FOR IT! I'm 57 and started a BSN program this summer after being a caregiver for my mom for several years. My cohort has 2 male paramedics making the change to RN. Not only do they brings a wealth of experience to the program, everyone...

7. Shoes, uniforms, shower after clinical?

   Barmherzigkeit replied to Barmherzigkeit's topic in General Students

   LOL about seat belting your purse - great idea!

8. Brave or just stupid?

   Barmherzigkeit replied to Polly Peptide's topic in NP

   I'm making a life / career change as well in my 50's, and will be starting an accelerated BSN program in May, but if the schools in my area offered a program like the one you are entering, I'd go for it. Good luck to you in the program of your choice...

9. Seriously?!?! You gotta be kidding me!

   Barmherzigkeit replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Nursing

   Back in my days as a banker, I had a client blow up at me because his account was overdrawn. He was incredulous that his account could be overdrawn because, according to him, "I STILL HAVE PLENTY OF CHECKS IN MY CHECK BOOK". I'm almost positive he ...

10. Student with plantar faciatis. Advice ?

    Barmherzigkeit posted a topic in General Nursing

    So, I am super excited about starting an accelerated BSN in two weeks. But my right heel is killing me. Went for a vigorous walk in soft sand on the beach to work my legs today, and now can't walk on the tile floor without cushy flip-flops. My tri-at...

11. What's wrong with me?

    Barmherzigkeit replied to New Horizon's topic in General Students

    OP, this is so common and there is nothing "wrong" with you. You just need to learn new study and test taking strategies. Luckily there is lots of good advice here. When I was taking microbiology, the tests (in NCLEX style) seemed really difficult a...

12. Shoes, uniforms, shower after clinical?

    Barmherzigkeit replied to Barmherzigkeit's topic in General Students

    I appreciate all of your comments. Thank you so much for sharing.

13. Shoes, uniforms, shower after clinical?

    Barmherzigkeit replied to Barmherzigkeit's topic in General Students

    Thanks for all the great comments, reassurance, and advice. You guys are the best!!!

14. UNF (University of North Florida)BSN 2017 Applicants

    Barmherzigkeit replied to Memory Bear's topic in School Programs

    Hi Roisin, I'm Lori Stanton. We met at the BLS/CPR class at UNF. Finally got MyCE approved. Paperwork glitch. Whew!! See you in May!!

15. UNF (University of North Florida)BSN 2017 Applicants

    Barmherzigkeit replied to Memory Bear's topic in School Programs

    I just saw this thread. I was accepted into the APL summer 2017 cohort. WOOOO! My name is Lori Stanton. When you print the "last 6 pages" of the nursing handbook, it's actually the LAST 7 pages (50-56), unsigned. Also, be sure to bring pages 8 &...