Grindin26

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1. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

   Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York

   Indeed! The inside info provided was priceless during my application process. I really can't believe this thread is about to turn 5 years old. Its always funny when you're asked, where do you see yourself in 5 years? I guess I'm here reminiscing, pro...

2. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

   Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York

   Congrats Class of 2011!!!. Good luck in your future endeavors! P.S. Cowbell is right, stay focused. Ladies treat every female as potential drama. Gentlemen don't get distracted. It will feel like high school at times but just remember why you're th...

3. Kaplan NCLEX-RN Strategy Practice Exam

   Grindin26 replied to SmetRN2008's topic in NCLEX

   In the 2011-2012 book, I scored 71% on the CD, 79% on the book and got 64% on Question Trainer 7. Passed with 75 questions over the weekend. Also used the Kaplan Course Book and Kaplan Drug Cards. I didn't take the Kaplan course however. I'm just a h...

4. I hate SATA questions!

   Grindin26 replied to wishinguponastarLPN's topic in NCLEX

   If you can believe it, my first question on the NCLEX last week was SATA. I was shocked, I think they're trying to integrate it to be as common as multiple choice. With SATA, the best thing is not to be psychologically duped into thinking you have t...

5. Nassau Community College : Anyone Applying for Spring 2011

   Grindin26 replied to DogMom67's topic in New York

   Its helpful to peruse the text at this point, but don't delve too much into the minor details. I see a lot of students making that mistake, then when it comes time to take the exam your mind gets too cluttered. Stick to the basics the professors high...

6. stony brook nursing school dilemma ):

   Grindin26 replied to dchowdhurysama's topic in New York

   Your chances look bleak for getting into the program. Think realistically. I was in a similar position at Hunter College, terrible GPA etc. If I were you I'd look into a 2 year diploma program or LPN school then bridging. I prefer the former however,...

7. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

   Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York

   One of the worst financial decisions you can make is buying all those books brand new right away. The school isn't strict to the point that they'll make sure you have a specific book. Only books you'll need to bring in are clinical calculations and t...

8. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

   Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York

   Don't let the school's scare tactics affect you. You can always schedule a visit at the office of the MD who performs the exams. It's a bit out east and you might have to pay more, but if you can't make it, you can't make it.

9. Suny downstate RN-BSN

   Grindin26 replied to ashcarr30's topic in New York

   I made a visit to Downstate a few months ago and the inability of the staff to answer simple questions was a bit discouraging. Pretty much any question was met with look in one of the packets on the wall behind you. Also none of my emails were ever a...

10. Is the College of New Rochelle worth the price?

    Grindin26 replied to FutureRN618's topic in New York

    Personally I would spend the money and just get it over with in 2.5 years. What's the total cost looking like? If it's under 40k total, I would say go for it. You'll be all set once you're done. An ADN program can become a big headache, they tend to ...

11. Nassau Community College : Anyone Applying for Spring 2011

    Grindin26 replied to DogMom67's topic in New York

    I never got anything. Feel free to email me: [email protected]

12. Nassau Community College : Anyone Applying for Spring 2011

    Grindin26 replied to DogMom67's topic in New York

    You can pay for parking just for the convenience of it all, but personally street parking was never hard to find on the north side of Union Tpke unless I got there after 7:50AM. Worst comes to worst you can park on the south side of Union Tpke, there...

13. Nassau Community College : Anyone Applying for Spring 2011

    Grindin26 replied to DogMom67's topic in New York

    Yup just found out today. you need your BLS before starting anything. And something about the NLN. The whole landscape of the program is pretty much changing from what I heard from incoming 203 students. Makes sense though, you're taking care of pat...

14. Nassau Community College : Anyone Applying for Spring 2011

    Grindin26 replied to DogMom67's topic in New York

    Clinicals at Glen Cove (Visitor Parking), NSUH (Employee Lot), LIJ (Street Parking). No passes were ever needed. The school offers CPR classes and you won't need it until 2nd year anyway. You can even do it online, just make sure its AHA. Scrubs are ...

15. Baruch student transfering to nursing program, how do you guys have backup plans?

    Grindin26 replied to wrexv8's topic in New York

    Check my post here: https://allnurses.com/ny-nursing-programs/need-help-become-552371.html#post4989145 Hopefully it will give you some insight.