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1. Malpractice insurance for 2nd career RN

   basketcase replied to RDH1's topic in General Nursing

   RDH1, I am in the same situation..hygienist now RN. I went to Marsh for my malpractice insurance. They quoted $80 for first year as a new graduate. They will charge for nursing and cover for both. Good luck! Do you like your career shift?

2. Pearson Vue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 2

   basketcase replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX

   I also tested today and received the "good pop-up". I sure hope it is right!

3. Nurse Anesthesia or Dentistry? Which career choice would you choose?

   basketcase replied to Canadian eh?'s topic in General Nursing

   As a dental hygienist going back to school for my RN degree, I have some background. The decision depends on what you want in the future. As a dentist, they typically have a private practice and deal with all the staffing, payroll, building maintai...

4. Instructor asked if I can keep up during the test!

   basketcase replied to basketcase's topic in General Students

   Thank you for all the replies! I am not the type of student to rock the boat and go running to the Dean about her comment. When my classmate suggested reporting her, I just laughed because I did not want to be a target.....she is quite menopausal. ...

5. Instructor asked if I can keep up during the test!

   basketcase posted a topic in General Students

   While taking our midterm exam, we were given approximately 120 minutes for a 100 question test. I took my time and felt comfortable with my testing speed. If we are given the time, I am not going to rush. I was the last one in the room and 10 minu...

6. Nurse needing Dental Care

   basketcase replied to anj1995's topic in General Nursing

   Please take care of the infected tooth asap. The infection (decay) can spread to the adjacent teeth and into the sinus area. Something else to consider....when a tooth is removed, the other teeth will shift into the space. This is very important b...

7. too old to become a nurse?

   basketcase replied to dingmanr2d2's topic in General Nursing

   Go for it! I just started nursing school (ADN)this month @ 53. It was scary to start the pre-reqs but after realizing a lot of the students were going back for second careers, I was not the oldest and really have enjoyed it. If you want it, you wil...

8. Nursing at Baker College...

   basketcase replied to cgallagher's topic in Michigan

   If you are questioning going into dental hygiene it is best to stop and decide if nursing might make you happier. As a dental hygienist of 30+ years, the job market in Michigan is extremely poor. Dental hygiene has changed. Follow your heart :heartbe...

9. ACLS class while in nursing school?

   basketcase replied to basketcase's topic in General Students

   Thank you for your input. I think I will wait until I learn about cardio and strips before I take it. I looked through the pretest and it was well over my head! I want to understand what I am learning, not just "get by". The instructor said every...

10. ?wait list for HFCC and schoolcraft?

    basketcase replied to clarkston02's topic in Michigan

    mybrowneyedgirl, Guess I'm confused, Veteran's Hospital will not hire a grad that is not from a "NLNAC" accredited program. I looked at the listed and did not see the University of Michigan, Eastern Michigan, Madonna University, UD Mercy and many mo...

11. BSN question

    basketcase replied to esunabella's topic in Michigan

    Michigan RN, Congrats on going back for BSN! I am starting NS this fall with plans to continue for BSN @ OU or Eastern as soon as I graduate. What Chemistry and Micro classes do you need? I have taken several extra classes while waiting to get int...

12. ACLS class while in nursing school?

    basketcase posted a topic in General Students

    I just renewed my BLS certification and was looking into the ACLS certification. Is it worth taking this class now? Eventhough I am starting my first year of nursing school soon, I will have the time for this one day class.:redbeathe

13. Anyone at Schoolcraft? Anyone???

    basketcase replied to boat's topic in Michigan

    adpeeka, I have Mrs. Palmer. Heard they were all good. Who do you have? I just finished Organic/Bio Chem today and my brain is fried! Can't think about starting for a little bit!! Good luck to you!!

14. Are the Nursing Classes harder than A&P or is the schedule what makes it so difficult

    basketcase replied to plumstethoscope's topic in General Students

    Plumstethoscope (I like that name!) had a great question. I am taking Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry in a 7 week semester now and it is killing me. If I survive, will the nursing classes be easier? :banghead:I start my nursing program in September.

15. What Should I Do???

    basketcase replied to jabraham99's topic in Michigan

    Go for your dream! Remember Baker is not the only school. I looked into Baker and did not feel I was getting honest answers to my questions so I applied elsewhere. I was accepted at two other schools. My daughter had many problems with Baker Colle...