sduncan86

sduncan86 has 1 years experience and specializes in Medical/Surgical, Telemetry.

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1. Taking NCLEX tomorrow

   sduncan86 replied to pinkyfromtheblock's topic in NCLEX

   From all I've read on here, thats the good one! Congrats! I tested yesterday and freaked out after the computer shutting off at 75...but I'm getting that pop up too!!

2. PrepU for NCLEX

   sduncan86 replied to RN-BSNheather's topic in NCLEX

   I started using prepU about two months ago along with HURST to get ready for the NCLEX. I tested yesterday, the computer shut off at 75 and I'm getting the good pop-up, so I'm staying positive! Though for a good few hours I stressed out that I failed...

3. Nursing student got CNA job!

   sduncan86 replied to sduncan86's topic in CNA/MA

   I've just finished all of my orientation and start my first day on the floor tomorrow! I'm REALLY getting my feet wet with three 12's this weekend...hopefully I don't die... So I'd definitely like to keep in touch emcadams to trade some tips! I also ...

4. Nursing student got CNA job!

   sduncan86 replied to sduncan86's topic in CNA/MA

   Thanks Mrslady! That is good information. I'm nervous about starting on days but I look forward to the training- it will definitely put me more at ease. Evenings sound really nice... I also will be at the same hospital next semester during my L&D...

5. How to land a CNA position at a hospital?

   sduncan86 replied to mswtruth's topic in CNA/MA

   I was just recently offered a CNA position at my dream hospital. I'm in Texas but I think my strategies will work for you: 1. Stalk the the hospital/hospital system on social media (facebook, twitter, their websites, google)- I found out about career...

6. Nursing student got CNA job!

   sduncan86 posted a topic in CNA/MA

   So I applied for and got a CNA position at my dream hospital! The nurse manager who interviewed me said it was a lot of work and that he expected a lot from his med-surge floor so I should be prepared for an intense work situation. I am wondering if ...

7. San Antonio College Spring 2012

   sduncan86 replied to Rainy Day's topic in Texas

   Since you have so many classes to take, I would advise a BSN program. As students we're getting a lot of pressure from hospitals to get a Bachelors because they're trying to achieve magnet status. Several have even enacted hiring freezes for associat...

8. SAC nursing program fall 2011

   sduncan86 replied to sacnstudent's topic in Texas

   I hope some of you experienced SAC nursing students can help me out... I got accepted for the spring at SAC and it says I can only register for Flex II. Does this mean I will only get half financial aid because I'll only be taking 5 hours in the seco...

9. San Antonio College Spring 2012

   sduncan86 replied to Rainy Day's topic in Texas

   Did you guys just reply to the email to accept your acceptance or is there a special format we use? I never got a reply back after replying to the acceptance email.

10. San Antonio College Spring 2012

    sduncan86 replied to Rainy Day's topic in Texas

    Metro Health is SUPER cheap for TB tests - $15 but you need to make an appointment http://www.sanantonio.gov/health/Immunizations.html If you go to the STD clinic they give you shots for HepB, Flu, Tdap and MMR for FREE. They also may be able to find...

11. San Antonio College Spring 2012

    sduncan86 replied to Rainy Day's topic in Texas

    I've set up fingerprinting for next Friday. Now I just need the TB test and CPR class. I know what you mean about not sleeping! I'm so excited that I've been researching like crazy! Have either of you heard about MasterTrain for CPR cert in SA? They...

12. San Antonio College Spring 2012

    sduncan86 replied to Rainy Day's topic in Texas

    There will definitely be people who didn't finish their shots or think another program is better for them and then you just take their place!

13. San Antonio College Spring 2012

    sduncan86 replied to Rainy Day's topic in Texas

    I got mine today too! So excited!!! All of those semesters of pre-reqs finally pay off! Alexisar are you Flex II? Mine said I start classes March 19... YESSSSS!!!!!

14. Good study site

    sduncan86 replied to jolly_tamale's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    That is an awesome study site! I have several that I've bookmarked these last few semesters: A&P http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=9A701D54E8896D0E -awesome videos of some of the most important topics in Anatomy http://www.meddean.luc.edu/l...

15. Has anyone taken the PAX-RN?

    sduncan86 replied to kelbdz's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    I am wondering about the PAX-RN as well for entrance into Galen. I wish there were a free study guide online, like there is for the NET. Any advice would be great! :)