25 years old, one class away from recieving my Bachelors in Nursing. I will be completed with the Nursing program in December of 2009. Strong interest in neurology and neurosurgery. Currently studying for the NCLEX.
Steph_Student Nurse replied to bellatattoogirl's topic in General Students
Sorry I forgot to mention that at my college they also did have evening shifts available, I just never took those shifts because of my job. I think it was like a 2-10 shift or something to that effect.
Steph_Student Nurse replied to bellatattoogirl's topic in General Students
It depends on what time your clinicals are scheduled for. I personally chose 7-3 clinicals throughout my 4 years because it worked out better for me because of my work schedule (because trust me, by no means am I a morning person). Most of the time I...
Steph_Student Nurse replied to SoClose!'s topic in Uniform/Gear
I got a Littman when I first started but I also got just a "cheaper" one, about $25 for a backup, it does work just as well but I think its nice to have both.
Steph_Student Nurse replied to bellatattoogirl's topic in General Students
Balancing school and a 40 hour work week is difficult...I did it my sophmore year of college. I like you had financial aid but was not fortunate enough to have my parents be able to help me with bills, rent, etc. I had no choice but to work. I would ...
Steph_Student Nurse replied to southeRNgirl185's topic in Massachusetts
i'm currently at a LTC facility but I have had many many clinicals during my 4 years at my college (i'm one class away from my RN). I was very greatful to be hired at my place of employement soon after after I recieved my license. I literally learned...
Steph_Student Nurse replied to southeRNgirl185's topic in Massachusetts
I took my CNA/HHA course through the Red Cross in Fall River. Yes it is a lot of material to be given in a short time and in my honest opinion did not prepare me for getting a CNA job. When I was first hired (a few months after I had recieved my lice...