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  1. "The Good Ol' Days!"

    There was still a central supply and most dressing changes and sterile equipment was metal and glass.....no plastics! Many items were not disposable. I also remember the glass syringes, no plastic, and needles were reused after going back to central ...
  2. "The Good Ol' Days!"

    When I began as a student in a diploma program, they didn't allow married students, so I told them I was single and attended umtil I became pregnant and began to show, then they kicked me out. That was in 1961. I returned to school after about ten ye...
  3. New BSN Student, Feeling Helpless :(

    SuniRN....the school being new has no bearing on job hiring, as long as it's accredited, which is what most hiring people review. Also, if you wear a conservative suit such as Talbots, and not much jewelry, you'll be fine. They want to know you can p...
  4. I would suggest researching several schools in your state (in-state tuition is much less), and make sure they are 4 year colleges with National League of Nursing (NLN) accreditation as well as the usual college accrediting body...assoc of southern sc...
  5. LPN. or RN

    I would get the BSN....LPN's do not make nearly as much money and in the long run your opportunities are much greater for a variety of positions. I didn't attend school until about age 27, but have never regretted being a nurse or going back for mor...
  6. Clinical Documentation Specialist info

    I have done clinical claims / chart reviews, and in my humble opinion, you need to be a certified medical coder to really have a chance. Even if you are taking the classes towards being certified, they will consider your background as well as current...
  7. Re: Im 24 and worried about my age I started at 29 after having children, and graduated in 1970. It was the best decision for me at the time. I used to wish I had gone another direction, but, in looking back, my nursing career has been a good choice....
  8. How to make ends meet during nursing school?

    I don't know if you've considered an accelerated program for those who already have a degree in another area, but it might considerably shorten your program. I'm sure there are several in NY state. I live in FL and FSU and others offer this program.
  9. Encouragement needed please!

    It's probably wise to remember you are all separate individuals and have issues that affect you. I would take it one challenge at a time. In my opinion, the nursing classes were NOT more difficult than A&P. Go girl!!
  10. Does anyone enjoy nursing?

    I have worked in a variety of nursing jobs over time and have come to the conclusion that nursing has afforded me a great living wage, allowed me to explore hospitals, businesses, insurance companies, etc, in the public as well as private sector. I t...
  11. I want to become a nurse....

    You are obviously motivated to get your RN, and that's are really good start. If you go to the advisors at school and get started now with understanding the program's requirements, you'll be fine. It's just like high school....if you attend class, do...