Nurseyperson101

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1. Took the nclex the 2nd time around, and failed. Anybody have any study tips?

   Nurseyperson101 replied to SoulSistah28's topic in NCLEX

   I am still in school...studying, but all of my professors and almost the whole of the graduating class who just passed their NCLEX on the first try swear by Saunders. They have a ton of books and materials to choose from, from huge question books to ...

2. Should I drop out?

   Nurseyperson101 replied to AllyRawks's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Don't even think about quitting!! You're doing a great job! Nursing school is not like any other experience...it takes time to figure out how to study effectively and find your groove. Keep at it! I promise you will be grateful if you do! We are all ...

3. Anyone attending Gurnick Academy LVN program??

   Nurseyperson101 replied to iamjennifer's topic in School Programs

   I am just starting the second module at the San Mateo location and I agree with Christine - ignore all the naysayers...they don't even go here! :) I really do love my classes and the instructors here are great. Everyone here treats eachother like fam...

4. Gurnick Modesto or Xavier Stockton LVN program?

   Nurseyperson101 replied to 911brat's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Well, they will give out books and syllibi and give you orientation. Introduce you to instructors, staff, etc. Then you get down to business! Don't be too worried, you will do great! You seem to already realize it will require work and determination-...

5. Things you would love to say to your fellow nursing students!

   Nurseyperson101 replied to Faeriewand's topic in General Students

   *Stop talking during class!! I paid 30K to be here and I want to hear what the hell the prof is saying! *Flats are NOT appropriate footwear with scrubs...even if they are white! *I am SOOO glad that you have made such great friends with the other st...

6. Greatest Lpn to Lpn student advise you can give....

   Nurseyperson101 replied to mermcm83's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Strive for excellence but don't beat yourself up when you slip once or twice. Even the best students get a quiz or two that they mess up on. Read everything! Have a good attitude - always! Remember it is a privelege to take care of your clinical pati...

7. Gurnick Modesto or Xavier Stockton LVN program?

   Nurseyperson101 replied to 911brat's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   I go to Gurnick in San Mateo, and I have to say that I really enjoy it! I just started my second Module and Christine is right, it is a lot of homework and you have to really want it. It is an accelerated program and it's not for everyone, but I prom...

8. care plan books for LVN students

   Nurseyperson101 replied to godraw's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   I understand why your prof doesn't want to overwhelm you (there is A LOT) but I think getting a more comprehensive (read: bigger) book will give you more options and more information when it comes to writing out those care plans. The right info makes...

9. You MUST be freaking kidding me!?

   Nurseyperson101 replied to wishinguponastarLPN's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   There are people out there that have studied their butts off, passed their NCLEX and then applied to jobs for 6+ months before ever being hired! Be grateful that you already have a place of employment that is willing to hire you as soon as they have ...

10. How many use a car for class/clinicals?

    Nurseyperson101 replied to citylights89's topic in General Students

    Car. I live in a big city (near San Francisco) with great mass transit, but I've been going to school at night, and I don't especially feel safe riding the bus home at 10:30 at night...alone.

11. San Francisco Private LPN School

    Nurseyperson101 replied to AgMPLGRL's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    Hey AgMPLGRL! I also go to Gurnick Academy, but to the San Mateo campus! I just started the prereq class just a few weeks ago and I love it so far! Everyone is really helpful and friendly, and i'm learning a lot. Give it a shot! Christine2009 is righ...

12. Anyone Starting Gurnick Academy Concord Campus For January 2011?

    Nurseyperson101 replied to Christine2009's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    I'm also in the PM group! Yay! At least we'll know each other! :) Let's definitely keep in touch! My email is [email protected] - needless to say, my name's Brittney! LOL. I ended up with about 8500$ left over - I got a Sallie Mae loan. See...

13. Anyone Starting Gurnick Academy Concord Campus For January 2011?

    Nurseyperson101 replied to Christine2009's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    Thanks, Christine2009!! I appreciate all of the great advice and info on the program! I can't wait to start this monday! Good Luck with module 1!! You did so well on the prereq, i'm sure you'll do great! Thanks again! Roxxay, have you had your financ...

14. Gurnick LVN program... Me=enrolling update

    Nurseyperson101 replied to collegegirl209's topic in California

    I am starting Gurnick soon too...they are CRAZY busy because of last minute applications and trying to get student financial aid done before the April 11 prereq. start date! Take Christine2009's advice: call the main number in san mateo and keep tryi...

15. What grosses YOU out?

    Nurseyperson101 replied to JenTheRN's topic in Humor

    As I am a new nursing student, I'm sure there will be MANY more things I experience that can top this but right now the only thing that really gets me is pus in the mouth. Pts with pus pockets from oral infections that burst. *shudder*