glassskyrising

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1. Going back door route to get BSN.

   glassskyrising posted a topic in General Students

   There is much emphasis to complete pre-reqs for the ADN program before going into an actual nursing course. I feel since I know for sure I want to obtain a BSN, why not complete ALL pre-reqs for the whole shabang? I can't imagine becoming an RN in a ...

2. Ever been poked by a syringe? What about HIV infection? Worried?

   glassskyrising posted a topic in General Nursing

   There is an elevated risk working around patients everyday as nurses do. Unfortunately some of us will become infected by a virus in our career. What type of compensation, if any, do employers offer to their employees if one were to contract such a h...

3. Relocating to Chicago

   glassskyrising replied to Nursekatydid's topic in General Nursing

   Chicago is awesome! I highly recommend you get a copy of the Chicago Herald Tribune and you will find tons of nursing jobs. Always take a tour when you interview. Also if you are questionable, see if you can shadow for a few hours to get the 'vibe'. ...

4. Loss of a child. How to deal with it?

   glassskyrising posted a topic in General Nursing

   My firstborn daughter passed away at age four through a drowning accident. It has taken several years for me to come to terms with the loss. To be truthful, I don't believe I have yet. I have not visited her gravesite since she was buried. As a stude...