Cortney2013

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1. NLN PAX

   Cortney2013 replied to Rosietg's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I used the study guide and though the questions were different I was still prepared for the information on the test! I scored in the 96 percentile and had lots of physics questions and had never taken a physics class before. I think if you study the ...

2. PAX-RN 2013

   Cortney2013 replied to Audrey131's topic in Pre-Nursing

   She did get off the waitlist and is going to start 3rd semester (Whoop Whoop GO Audrey) in the Fall!! I know this because I also go to school with her! I unfortunately wasn't successful in behavioral health though and just got readmitted today to ret...

3. Need good thoughts...

   Cortney2013 replied to Cortney2013's topic in General Students

   Thanks for all the good thoughts guys!! I got the call today that I will have a 2nd interview on Friday morning!!! Here's to hoping I get the job!!!

4. Need good thoughts...

   Cortney2013 posted a topic in General Students

   I need some good thoughts sent my way for a possible job I screened for last week. Its a student nurse registry position, which is basically a tech job but its for 2nd semester and up nursing students only and they try to guarantee you a job after gr...

5. Insulin

   Cortney2013 replied to blue82's topic in NCLEX

   I agree with everyone else definitely room temp after opened. Cold insulin burns much worse when it goes in than room temp does. I am a type 1 and always keep my insulin at room temp after opened!

6. It's hard losing classmates...

   Cortney2013 replied to SopranoKris's topic in General Students

   I recently lost a VERY VERY good friend from our program due to some major health issues and class just isn't the same without them our group just isn't complete now. Its very hard to watch someone who works so hard get setback by something that just...

7. Fluids and electrolytes

   Cortney2013 replied to colletteerinthe's topic in Student Assist

   I have used the Fluid and Electrolytes Made Incredibly Easy and I do like it but I also have a book Fluid and Electrolytes Demystified that I really like too. I am also just in second semester but they have helped me so far!!

8. Anyone else starting school this week?

   Cortney2013 replied to kjrobinetteSN's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   We had bootcamp yesterday and today from 9-2 and classes start on Monday the 19th!! I am so excited and nervous at the same time. My poor brain is on information overload though with all that has been thrown at us the last 2 days but I am ready to be...

9. Madisonville Community College Fall 2013 Nursing Program

   Cortney2013 replied to LaraW90's topic in Kentucky

   I will not be attending MCC but I will be starting Hoptowns program and just wanted to wish you ladies luck!! Our classes begin on the 19th also so I am VERY excited!!

10. PAX-RN What is on it that's not in the study guide?

    Cortney2013 replied to Caitlin23's topic in Pre-Nursing

    The study guide is pretty close to a the material on the exam just pay attention to the physics in the study guide as I had a lot of that on my exam. Study and study some more and you should be ok. I did really well scoring in the 94th percentile jus...

11. Is it possible to create a 12-hour work shift for CNA?

    Cortney2013 replied to RNforlifetime's topic in CNA/MA

    I work 2 12's on the weekend from 7a-7p in what is called a Baylor position which means I work 24 and get paid for 32. On Fridays though I pick up and extra shift from 11a-7p just for the full-time status. I love my 12's because of the Baylor pay!!

12. Any suggestions for reading/vocab study aids for NLN?

    Cortney2013 replied to blueleia's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I used a site called freerice.com to help study for my vocab section...it's easy to follow and the words get harder the longer you study!!

13. T minus 39 days til nursing school starts!!!!

    Cortney2013 replied to LoriRNCM's topic in General Students

    My classes start one month from tomorrow!!! SO excited!!!

14. Got my RN license in CA with 5 felonies and 3 midemeanors

    Cortney2013 replied to HellooooooooooMurse's topic in Criminal

    Congrats on your license!! Just shows that accountability and honesty can make a difference!!

15. Passion for Nursing but have disfigured fingers

    Cortney2013 replied to rednotebook's topic in Disabilities

    I instantly thought of Jen Klein off of "The little couple" when I read your post. I know her difference and handicap isn't just pertaining to her hands but she is 3'2 and a very well respected NICU doctor at the Texas Children's Hospital and I would...