kconrad1712

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1. Shocking amount of past bad grades is it possible to redeem myself

   kconrad1712 replied to Sturmzie's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I'm in Illinois and the school I am attending has a set of criteria for guaranteed admission and another, less strict set for qualified entry into the ranking system. I suggest looking into the specific program requirements and focus on meeting those...

2. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

   kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School Programs

   REMINDER: MANDATORY nursing registration is tomorrow, 10/4 at JJC in building U; Room 1024.

3. Should I Expunge Record?

   kconrad1712 replied to katie457's topic in Criminal

   This is the rule in IL - check with your state. It might not even matter... d) The following criminal history records shall not be considered in connection with an application for licensure: 1) Juvenile adjudications; 2) Reco...

4. What is your Nursing Super Power?

   kconrad1712 replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

   I'm not sure if this counts, but I consider my super power to be NOT slapping the **** out of someone who says, "You're going into nursing. Can you look at this rash on my ____ and tell me what it is?" LOL

5. Nurses who are on anxiety/depression meds?

   kconrad1712 replied to Hooven20's topic in Disabilities

   I am on 50mg of sertraline (have been for 3 years now) and starting nursing school in January. I take my meds as directed and have accepted that I will probably be on them for many more years to come. It keeps my mood stabilized and helps me to not c...

6. Recently passed nclex and relocating to FL

   kconrad1712 replied to travelRN26's topic in Florida

   -following- I also want to move to Florida once I pass NCLEX. good luck.

7. For male students, has anyone ever laughed or dissed for pursuing nursing

   kconrad1712 replied to Big_Mike's topic in Male Students

   The way I see it, you have 2 options... 1. Ask them how many other professions are there where you can work surrounded by gorgeous, intelligent, strong women AND make a 6-figure salary? -or- 2. Ignore it and move on.

8. Nursing Director removed my pts restraints

   kconrad1712 replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

   I am being taught to have a strict policy of reporting to the MD/HR/etc. anything that I deem is hazardous to myself or my patient, regardless of who I am reporting. I am being taught that patient and staff safety is my number one priority. If it is ...

9. Made a big mistake (CNA)

   kconrad1712 replied to Firas5's topic in CNA/MA

   There is a huge difference between little notice and no notice given. Context seems key here. Try applying at a hospital for CNA positions. They have different needs than a LTC facility, and more need for night-shift CNAs. Remember these for the nex...

10. Please I need HELPPPP! I failed NCLEX-RN five times.

    kconrad1712 replied to angel15's topic in NCLEX

    I think it is time for you to get back to the basics and attempt to relearn everything. Wait a few months for your next exam, go slow and steady (don't overload yourself), and start at the beginning. Study the material in the same order in which you ...

11. This might be really mean but I have to say it...

    kconrad1712 replied to Beeboop12's topic in CNA/MA

    I think maybe healthcare isn't for you. No, their medication does not make them look like that. They are human beings with medical issues that need treatment. Clearly you are not mature enough to handle what you are about to encounter after graduatio...

12. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

    kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School Programs

    No. The qualified letter simply means that you have fulfilled the application requirements and are being considered for admission into the Nursing Program. It does not indicate in any way that acceptance is guaranteed or any % of probability.

13. I literally hate my job

    kconrad1712 replied to basenjilove808's topic in New Nurse

    I suggest looking into other nursing careers, such as nurse education, OR nursing at an ambulatory surgery center, etc. My sister made the switch from floor nursing to OR after her 1 year mark, and has been extremely happy every since! Good luck!

14. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

    kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School Programs

    DON'T FORGET... there is a MANDATORY registration on OCTOBER 4th. If you miss that, you're "dead in the water". OCTOBER 4th. Mark your calendars! I'm excited to meet my fellow evening program colleagues!

15. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

    kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School Programs

    I got into the Evening Program! Anyone else? I'm so excited!!!