Exercise in the AM!!! (before class) it is the best time because your body is not as exhausted in the morning as in the afternoon. You are more likely to stick to doing it if you make it the first thing in your day! Healthy snacks: popcorn (low fat),...
I gained 20 lbs in nursing school mainly in my first semester. I lost my relationship because of it. NO matter what you are doing, don't let school ruin your other priorities either. My best advice: GET A Partner for Exercise!! I lost 35 lbs that wa...
Hi Elena: Thanks so much for your advice. I greatly appreciate it. Knowing that what im feeling is normal is very comforting. Im just curious, what would you recommend in terms of dealing with the doctors. Ive heard in the beginning, the doctors tr...
Hi to all, I am a new nursing grad starting in a Neuro ICU. I am really scared. It is kind of intimidating and I don't know exactly what it will be like. If there is anyone that started as a new grad in a neuro icu or someone that can give me advice...
HI to ALL: I am fairly new here. I just passed my NCLEX and Im applying for jobs. I have no idea where my true heart lies as far as nursing. I have yet to learn. I have heard med-surg is a good place to start for getting basic skills. I have friends...
moninurse replied to moninurse's topic in New Nurse
hi to all, thanks for your support. I greatly appreciate it. i thankyou guys for everything you have done for me to keep me feeling like im not alone in a world of new nurses. thanks again, moninurse
moninurse replied to moninurse's topic in New Nurse
hi, I finally found out today that I did pass. I am so happy. I had to check it and come back and recheck my license number just to believe. it. Where do you plan to start working? What specialty?? I wish you all the love and support, Moninurse
:rotfl: Im so excited!!!! I've had such a hard time the last few months, and finally my cross is lifted!! I can't wait to finally start working . I do have some worries about getting my skills up. I've been out of school for a while and I think i've...
hi everyone, I took my nclex in north carolina this past wed. ( two days ago) and got only 75 questions. I have checked the website for the board of nursing and have called their number and still no license number. We don't have quick results in thi...
hi, Im on your side of the fence because i failed it the first time. I had all 265 questions the first time. The good news is that it means you probably were pretty close to passing. You probably have the nursing knowledge but need more problem solv...
moninurse replied to obnurse2004's topic in New Nurse
I've been wanting to do things as well to get my mind off of things, but I can't . It's like i have a cross on my shoulders that hasn't come off. I failed my first time and this time i think i did better but just the waiting is making me cringe. Im i...
moninurse replied to littlechirpyGN's topic in New Nurse
Hi, I also had to take the test twice. I've been working as a CNA to pay off my bills since i graduated. It has been a really horrible nightmare the past 6 months. I ran into an old professor of mine the other day that asked me how my job was going ...
Hi, I just wanted to inquire about anyone who has had experience being in the Airforce as a nurse. I just graduated in dec. and im considering the option of joining. yet, i do not want to go into this decision blindfolded like many do. Anyone who c...