shabookitty

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1. What can I do with a bad gpa?

   shabookitty posted a topic in General Students

   My GPA took a hit this summer with a Math class that I now know I don't need any longer...long story about being misadvised. I already have a BSed and did well in nursing pre-req's. I am studying for the TEAS like crazy and feel confident about scori...

2. Red Cross or LTC training

   shabookitty posted a topic in CNA/MA

   I have two opportunities to become a CNA... I can be trained by the Red Cross for $600 (payment can be made in increments over time). Nice comfy new place with new equipment...friendly instructors. Six week course M-F (7-3). Books included in fee. ...

3. I just need an available advisor!

   shabookitty posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   I am aware that this is a crazy time of year b/c fall is approaching. I called to set up an appt today to speak with an advisor. There is a 3 week wait! My last advisement went horrible. The last two instructors I saw were old to nursing but new to ...

4. Do you tell your family members you visit patient in the bad neighboorhood.

   shabookitty replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

   funny you should post this...I had a similiar conversation with my father yesterday. I am interested in becoming a CNA. My dad was speaking to someone that had gotten their CNA last year...she told them the classes were in a bad neighborhood. My dad...

5. Huge sacrifice for future kids and hubby

   shabookitty replied to shabookitty's topic in General Nursing

   Well, I can definitely say I am not too worried about my eggs. :) But my husband concerns me. We are really planning on a couple of kids...by the time the second child rolls around he will 45 (with saying I will have no trouble conceiving). I just do...

6. Huge sacrifice for future kids and hubby

   shabookitty replied to shabookitty's topic in General Nursing

   Awww Col :kiss so sweet! You guys won't lose me! I guess when I am 45 and graying a little I will be on here talking about teenagers and which bottle of color to use! haha! I am 30 (by the way guys!) So, I am definitely ready to have children. I gues...

7. Huge sacrifice for future kids and hubby

   shabookitty posted a topic in General Nursing

   I have a tough decision to make and I need some opinions. I must make a decision between teaching school or nursing. Nursing school starts in January so I have to decide to jump on the wagon or coast through the opportunity. My husband and I want to...

8. Am I on the verge of a nervous breakdown . . . a serious question.

   shabookitty replied to tattooednursie's topic in General Nursing

   Mandi You sound alot like me. I have been experiencing the shakes, coldness, and fatigue. I began to notice it when a coworker pointed it out. She was watching me do various things, like drawing blood or holding papers. She would laugh and ask me if ...

9. Hard working moms

   shabookitty posted a topic in General Nursing

   I am sitting here watching Oprah on the tube (uh-oh_ ) This particular episode is about women and working full time...many feel that they are unable to spend enough time with their children due to work. How many of you feel the same way? Does your sc...

10. Ladies, Husbands supportive?

    shabookitty posted a topic in General Students

    My husband has champagne taste on a beer budget. Currently, I am not working. And the way it looks...a part time job may be all that I can handle while going to school. He works hard, and brings home ok pay but his car, his student loan payment, and...

11. Skills.... I finally got to do something!

    shabookitty replied to Vsummer1's topic in General Students

    Yaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyy Val! Congrads! I feel your excitement!

12. hospitals not hiring students?

    shabookitty replied to shabookitty's topic in General Students

    Long story...made short. The job that I am in (Laboratory) is not what I thought it would be...I (alone) do 5am sticks in nursing homes. The number of sticks are overwhelming. I want to give more patient care.

13. Tll me it's not just me...

    shabookitty replied to SimplyMe's topic in General Students

    I have to agree with all the above...BREATHE OUT! I promise it helps!

14. hospitals not hiring students?

    shabookitty replied to shabookitty's topic in General Students

    I am going to talk to HR tomorrow. I have already turned in my resignation to my immediate Supervisor...but Monday I am taking one to HR and have a little sit with them :) I am hoping they will have me back after the first semester of school. But, it...

15. hospitals not hiring students?

    shabookitty replied to shabookitty's topic in General Students

    I live in a small town, and I have been told that transferring is all in who you know...and senoirity gets first dibbs. Unfortunately, this local hospital has a monopoly on every health facility in this surrounding area! There are a few LTC's that...