I gained around 10 lbs last semester, but I am a stress eater and Algebra nearly did me in. I stick with my weightwatchers.com points now and can see and feel the
I just saw all my grades posted online. 3 A's and an F. Yes, it looks like I flunked Intermediate Algebra. Do I retake it or acknowledge that I can't do the math nursing requires and move on to...
Most schools require A&PI and II, Micro, Human Growth, etc. before applying to the nursing program. I was very frustrated to hear that I could get my ASN after nearly 3 years of college. My...
I had a BA when I started nursing school. I basically had to start from square one. I didn't have the right sciences or maths. Very few things transferred. A BSN requires labs. These can't be...
How about a BSN? All of your current classes would go towards that and you'd have enough additional pre-nursing classes to take to keep you enrolled. I switched from pre-nursing at National American...
I took A&P II and Micro (both with labs) at the same time. I got A's in both. It is very doable. Sometimes the subject content overlaps so that is helpful because what you learn in one class...
bgood1967 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing
Can we assume that most of the CNA's are older than you? They may be giving you attitude because you are so young and inexperienced, but you are educated and need to assert that you've earned the...
I love this site, but I would add an "ask the expert" section for us BSN (or any other) students. That way we could inquire about specialties, classes, the job market, etc. and know it was someone...
Thanks for the input. I have worked as a CNA and been a Red Cross volunteer at 2 different hospitals so I have patient experience. There are many different kinds of nurses. I'm checking out my...
I'm going into nursing as a second career. I didn't really choose to, I just ran out of viable options. I live in a small town and could not find a job that actually paid a livable wage once we...
bgood1967 replied to arjay_gimikero's topic in General Nursing
Pregnancy counseling services, usually staffed by volunteers, may be able to help. They are usually fairly close to Planned Parenthood locations because they want expecting girls to realize that they...
I'm glad you're employed and loving it. Many long-term care homes have high turnover for CNAs so when they get a good one, like you, they will take advantage of it. Don't let them burn you out....
bgood1967 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing
As someone who did check out of a hospital AMA, I have to let you know that some insurances do pay. Mine paid 100%. Perhaps it was because my surgeon suggested I leave because of the attending doc...
I have a BA in Literature and History. I am now working on my BSN. Many of my credits transferred, shortening my trip to a BSN. Is another degree worth it? Oh yes! I am much more well-rounded,...