I applied for a couple of fellowship programs, but haven't heard back yet. On the application page I haven't been closed out, so maybe there's still hope. I graduate in May. Who knows. :/
If I were the one reading these essays, I would be taken back by a writing that bared the soul. Think of the term "wear your life on your sleeve." Think about something that most others would shy away from writing. When you ask people about "life cha...
I want to clarify that regardless if you get an ADN or BSN, both programs require 2 years worth of prereq classes and then 2 years of nursing school. The exceptions typically being that the BSN may require an extra chemistry and statistics.
It's not actual nursing school that is hard. It's the testing that is hard. I personally feel that I've spent more time learning how to test correctly, rather than learning the knowledge.
A prescription for Ativan. I'm kidding, sort of. I found being organized (which is something you can't buy, but must apply) is imperative. A good pair of shoes. Plantar fasciitis is horrible. It's better to prevent then to treat. A good stethoscope a...
Volunteering is always good. I recently started volunteering with the Girl Scouts as a Brownie leader. I've racked up over 80 hrs in two months. Volunteering is no joke. Talk about BUSY!
Be forgiving of yourself. My friend is a bio major and her GPA dropped significantly with finishing that major. She's one of the smartest people I know. Dumb people do not major in biology! Now, with that being said, you made it through one of the to...
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If you really want something, then you will keep trying. I am competitive with myself and I didn't focus in a Intro to Psych and Stats. Ya know what? I just retook the classes! Sure, I had to pay for the classes out of pocket, but it's whatever. Mone...
I don't think you are in the minority on failing a test. I failed my first test and ended up passing Fundamentals with a B. It IS possible to come back. Just learn from your mistakes and try to improve. My biggest issue is that my grades do not repre...
I bought Danskos. I'm a Dansko snob, so it's all I will wear in terms of nursing. :) They are expensive, but real leather, which mean they adapt to your foot shape. They also last forever.
If you follow protocol, you won't get sick. You are dealing with level 1 and 2 microbes. Micro is fun and the lab is actually pretty clean, because you will take the extra time to clean your area when you first come in and before you leave. Millions ...
I too can be introverted at work and extroverted around a more comfortable situation. I believe that people often confuse shyness with weakness and mildness. That's not necessarily true. I was in the Marines for several years and I always get, "Oh, b...
I believe it would be important to dress a little better for the nursing classes. Afterall, these will be the people giving you letters of recommendation for your first job! I think it would give you an edge to always look professional and follow the...
I'm not a nurse yet (starting in the fall), but I am a wildlife rehabilitator. As far as I understand Triage, it's treating those who have the highest survival rate over those that do not. Triage is defined as "sorting according to quality". The issu...