cuteinpinkNS ASN, RN

cuteinpinkNS is a ASN, RN and specializes in Med-Surg.

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1. RN to BSN: So many choices, and just need some experiences!

   cuteinpinkNS replied to MonyRNcali's topic in ADN/BSN

   I'm doing Walden University for RN - BSN. It is affordable and all online. Works with our type of schedule.

2. Continuing my education

   cuteinpinkNS replied to Beth1980's topic in ADN/BSN

   You should get some experience and take pre reqs for what you need for BSN, can also go part-time. I'm going to school to complete my RN - BSN online. It is so much easier with our type of work schedule. With experience, you will be more ahead of you...

3. Best path to becoming a FNP

   cuteinpinkNS replied to Fourfecta's topic in General Nursing

   I also want to become a family nurse practitioner. I got my associates in Nursing, am currently working as a nurse, and going back to school for my bachelors. I talked to a NP that is on my floor she specializes in otolarynology, however what she tol...

4. Advice

   cuteinpinkNS posted a topic in General Nursing

   I have worked as a new grad nurse since August and I have been off orientation for almost two months. I know that I am not going to know everything starting out until I gain work experience. However I always feel disorganized and scattered in my thou...

5. Advice please

   cuteinpinkNS posted a topic in New Nurse

   I have worked as a new grad nurse since August and I have been off orientation for almost two months. I know that I am not going to know everything starting out until I gain work experience. However I always feel disorganized and scattered in my thou...

6. Being assertive

   cuteinpinkNS posted a topic in General Nursing

   I'm a new grad nurse and recently have started my first RN job. I have been working on my assertiveness both personally and professionally. Anyone have advice on how to become more assertive?

7. nurses dating nurses?

   cuteinpinkNS replied to rnski's topic in Humor

   Before I started nursing school, I was married to a nurse who was a LPN at the time. We split up after he started going back to school for his RN. It was nice having a conversation about work or school, but he thought that he KNEW everything and trie...

8. What specialty do you want and not want to work in?

   cuteinpinkNS replied to guiltysins's topic in General Students

   Want: Critical Care, ICU, Cardiac, ER, Oncology, Med-Surg Don't want: LTC However when I started I was scared to death about pediatrics and L&D, and after my rotations, it wasn't bad at all. I want to become a CRNP - in Acute Critical Care and F...

9. Curious About Drop-out Rate In Nursing School

   cuteinpinkNS replied to CeilingCat's topic in General Students

   My class in Fall 2008 started at 72 and this is our final semester we have a total count of 57. With each class that is usually a drop of about 12 to 15 throughout the 2 year program due to failing out, personal issues, or just decides nursing isnt f...

10. Is it HORRIBLE to get C's on a test?

    cuteinpinkNS replied to scndglancee's topic in General Students

    Depending on your school's grading scale, like mine you have to have a 75 or above to pass the course. So just because you get a C - it doesnt mean you are not good at nursing. But if you are having trouble with your exams, go to an instructor for he...

11. is it possible to pass med surg or should I just quit

    cuteinpinkNS replied to drgodfather's topic in General Students

    I have been through Med Surg I and am taking Med Surg II now. It is alot of material to handle. Go to an instructor or if you have an advisor and ask for help! They are there for your benefit. Don't give up.

12. Driven

    cuteinpinkNS replied to cuteinpinkNS's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks everyone for your wonderful comments and support. It means alot to me that I can help other fellow nurses/nursing students. :redpinkhe Thanks again, remember nothing easy is worth attaining!

13. Driven

    cuteinpinkNS posted a topic in General Nursing

    I believe all nurses are made through knowledge and experience, but people are born with the personality to care, love, and nurture. Those are many of the qualities a nurse carries and it takes someone special to become a nurse. A nurse is someone wh...

14. What will YOU do with your first "real" paycheck!?

    cuteinpinkNS replied to DZcarrie's topic in General Students

    When I am finally all said and done with my first real nursing job and paycheck...it will be for bills, groceries, gas, and hopefully alittle in savings.

15. Full Circle, My First Year of Nursing

    cuteinpinkNS replied to Imafloat's topic in New Nurse

    I loved your story! Thanks for some inspiration and motivation!