Jessicainsantafe

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  1. Heads up to all new nursing students:

    Like most of the posters here, I am excited and terrified at the same time. I have purchased most of the required books already, and the classes start on 8/26. Of course, the med-calc book isn't in stock yet, so I am trying the med-calc for dummies a...
  2. I passed the TEAS on my first try!!! (Super excited)

    I used the ATI study guide and went over each section. The chemistry was a bit tricky for me since I hadn't balanced an equation since high school back in the 70's. Basic algebra, though, that isn't too bad. The ATI book gives you two written practic...
  3. New to allnurses!

    Unless it all came easily to you, review your A&P. I am constantly saying the bones/muscles/insertions/origins on my CNA patients. The ones who can, laugh!!!
  4. My final grades spring'13

    Microbiology-B Microbiology Lab-B Computer Technology-A Intermediate Algebra-A+ Intermediate Algebra saved my GPA!! On to the ADN program in August! To all who post---if I can do it, anyone can!! I've been out of school since 1983, and only returned ...
  5. Single mother, no support, nursing school

    almostnurse25-I begin the ADN program at my CC in August, and I am one of the more 'senior' ( I'm 50!!!) students....I don't have children either, but quite a few students who have been with me sweating along from A&P I and II and Micro are singl...
  6. I'm in panic mode! Just got accepted into my school's ADN program!

    angelfocusbroken----I feel your pain! It took 5 semesters of pre-reqs to get to the ADN program that begins in August, too. I work as a CNA, and I sometimes feel like I have overlooked or under-done a skill set, but ultimately, I begin to feel better...
  7. What made you decide to go for ASN or BSN?

    Like most of the posters, it was the cost that was the deciding factor for me as well. Even with being accepted into the nursing program, I am still debating whether to take more Mathematics courses. While doing the pre-reqs, I found out that I was p...
  8. CNA'S the other half of care

    I know there is a CNA out there who will read your post and be very, very thankful for a patient like you, Wheels28. Thank you for saying "Thank You"! Sometimes, that is all we ever need to hear.
  9. Random drug tests in nursing school?!

    At our school, there are signs everywhere warning about drug testing and DUI's, and how it can affect your place in the program. You can also lose any grants you may have to help pay for school, too. My classes don't begin until August, but during ou...
  10. tips for taking CNA test as a nursing student

    There is a site called 4YourCNA, with a lady named 'Patty' who demonstrates a lot of the skills needed for the CNA test. The strange thing about taking the test is that you are tested on your handwashing skills, and they don't say it.....just remembe...
  11. I am an RN now!!!!

    kantuta----Whoop whoop whoop dee do! You go, new RN!!!!!:yes:
  12. Just got fired -

    blondebabe- I am so sorry you got fired. That being said, remember that this will not be your only job in your life, and if you believe that you gave the best care to the resident that you were able to give, then don't feel too poorly about it. Just ...
  13. Positive I'm about to get fired

    TurtleCat, You are SO not alone in how you feel. I'm a CNA who only worked in an LTC for 4 days. I couldn't handle it either. Home Health is both easier and more difficult--you only have one client to assist, but you are in their home, and you have t...
  14. Putting in my letter of resignation today

    My thoughts and prayers go out to you, MomRN0913. I am not even a nurse yet; I start the classes in a few months. My classmates were amazed when I told them I am only interested in Home Health...and since I am much older than most of the students, I ...
  15. Am I too old to start a new career in nursing?

    tr1216- Our age will work for us, not against us. I am 50 years old and beginning the Nursing Courses in August. Am I nervous? You bet. Am I willing to forgo many things I like to do so I can study for my tests? Absolutely.My course is for the ADN to...