I challenged the boards too. I also watched YouTube vids. Hand washing is always a tested skill so make sure your waist doesn't touch the counter; you will get dinged for that. Always verbalized that you have closed the curtain to provide privacy and...
Ash1121 replied to cttucker's topic in Pre-Nursing
Does your school interview as part of the admission process? I know of some schools in my area that are now doing that. I know this is easier said than done, but do not become discouraged...you can do this! Study hard in A&P 2 because out of all ...
I was a CNA for 3 years before starting nursing school. I had absolutely no experience like you, but I was certified...however, I challenged the boards. If you youtube "nursing assistant skills," you'll find a lot of videos of CNA students performing...
Med surg for sure. A few years on that floor as a new nurse will be very beneficial. Med surg is all about prioritization. From there, you can take the skills and knowledge you've gained to another floor if you chose.
Ash1121 replied to richardvelaEMT's topic in Criminal
I think the DUI may interfere with your chances of getting hired by certain employers. Example being I have a friend with a DUI on her record who passed her NCLEX 5 months ago. She has had an abundance of interviews but when it comes down to getting ...
Becoming a CNA is your best bet...why can't you become one? If becoming a CNA is out of the question you may be able to score a job on the floor as the secretary who answers call bells and inputs physicians orders. It may not necessarily get you the...
I suggest becoming a CNA part time at your local hospital. Being in the hospital setting is very beneficial preceding your nursing degree for many reasons. For one, you're in the hospital setting and are establishing relationships with nurses, superv...
Check out power crunch bars... U can buy them at Walmart or any vitamin store. They taste amazing and are only 10g of carbs which is significantly low for a protein/power bar. I eat one every morning and that helps get my day going, once lunch time h...
Ash1121 replied to northmississippi's topic in Student Assist
Yes it is .... if you are taking a patient's pulse/heart rate on an automated device you may see it represented as "BPM," which stands for beats per minute, or "HR," which means heart rate. Hope this helps! Ashley
Ash1121 replied to Jkadkins's topic in Pre-Nursing
Hey Jkadkins! I was in the same boat as you before I started college. I am about to finish my second semester next week. My advice to you is that it is absolutely possible to work and go to school as long as you stay organized and on top of your read...