PBCC-palm beach comm. college

browneyedgirl*84 · Jul 24, 2009

So what about books? Is Taber's worth buying? I heard a lot of people never even crack it, most just use the internet...
Then there's the recommended stuff:
Fluid and Electrolytes Made Incredibly Easy
Guide to Nursing Diagnosis
The Essentials of Nursing Care Planning and Documentation
? :/
just trying to save a little $$$...

I got Taber's edition 20 on ebay for $10.50 or something around that price and it was never used by the person that I bought it from so it looks brand new. I know this isn't the newest one but if a lot of people never even open it then I'm not worried about it. Try to find one that is used and cheap. I am not going to buy a new one because there are way to many books to worry about buying right now. As for the "recommended" books...I'm not going to buy them to start with. If I find that I need it once class and clinicals starts then I might.

browneyedgirl*84 · Jul 24, 2009

Bought my uniforms today, handed in my paperwork. All I have left is to buy my books, and start that folder. Where is everybody in the process? As the day approaches, I'm getting more and more nervous :uhoh21:

I am getting more and more nervous also, but I am excited too!! I turned in my paperwork on Tuesday, and I have started getting my folder together. I have it and the dividers, now I just need to put stuff in it :lol2: Good luck getting everything ready.

browneyedgirl*84 · Jul 24, 2009

What kind of shoes is everyone going to be purchasing? I have been reading other posts on here and everyone says a different thing. I LOVE the Nike Shox but we can't have any symbols. I would hate to buy a pair of shoes and then after a few days of clinicals have achy feet. :cry: I think I may go to Copy's Uniforms and try on some shoes and then try to find those online for cheaper because even with the 10% discount they are still pricey!

thunter98 · Jul 25, 2009

I have nurse mates which are very comfortable. I purchased at Copy's. Other student's have purchased shoes from the mall, but cannot have symbol so be careful...

thunter98 · Jul 25, 2009

Relax girls! It's not so bad. On orientation day look for a couple of people on all nurses that are going into the semester with you. Exchange numbers on private email. I did that and it helped to sit next to someone that you have been conversing with.. As far as the fluid and electrolytes book you will maybe use that towards the end of first semester, so you don't have to get it and it's not required. The Taber's I used a few times. Get the required books on the list to start out. You will ost likely not use the nutrition book either. I never opened it first semester... check with some other people there are other books that are preferred over the books that they recommend for the lab book....

Good Luck to all!

mommiluvsadrian · Jul 26, 2009

SOOOO..I'm back =) call it miracle or not but after being denied I received a phone call Friday morning giving me the opportunity to fill in someone's spot in the program!!!! I'm super excited and cannot believe it! I'm way behind with everything since I just received my packet and all the information. Looks like a lengthy process but starting Monday morning I'm off to do all the things that need to be done... For all you guys that have already turned in the packet any advice or suggestions?? Anything would be helpful, I have such little time and so much to do. Thanks in advance =)

browneyedgirl*84 · Jul 26, 2009

SOOOO..I'm back =) call it miracle or not but after being denied I received a phone call Friday morning giving me the opportunity to fill in someone's spot in the program!!!! I'm super excited and cannot believe it! I'm way behind with everything since I just received my packet and all the information. Looks like a lengthy process but starting Monday morning I'm off to do all the things that need to be done... For all you guys that have already turned in the packet any advice or suggestions?? Anything would be helpful, I have such little time and so much to do. Thanks in advance =)

Congrats!! :yeah:If you have the time to do it all in on day I would say do that. The drug testing/background check location opens at 8am or 8:30am, so I would go there first that way they can start working on the results of those. They only take cash or check there. I went to the Medical Center (It's listed as Comprehensive...on the packet) for my titers, they are quick, you can walk in anytime (they are open till 6 or 7) If you have time today they are also opened on the weekends. They can do your PPD if you need that too. The results for the titers took a few days to come back and the PPD has to be checked 3 days later. I went to my family physician to have her fill out the actual physical form once I had the results of the PPD & Titers. If you choose you can have the physical done where they do the titers. You can call ahead to Copys Uniform and order your nametag and then once that comes in pick that up and get your uniforms. The CPR class must be "BLS for the healthcare provider through the American Heart Association" they will not accept Red Cross CPR. I think that is everything. Good Luck getting it all done. :up:

jdfflats · Jul 26, 2009

SOOOO..I'm back =) call it miracle or not but after being denied I received a phone call Friday morning giving me the opportunity to fill in someone's spot in the program!!!! I'm super excited and cannot believe it! I'm way behind with everything since I just received my packet and all the information. Looks like a lengthy process but starting Monday morning I'm off to do all the things that need to be done... For all you guys that have already turned in the packet any advice or suggestions?? Anything would be helpful, I have such little time and so much to do. Thanks in advance =)

CONGRATS!!! I'm sure it's been a long few weeks - good luck getting all your "stuff" done. :yeah:

mommiluvsadrian · Jul 26, 2009

aw thanks guys :bow: ...your info was very helpful. Hope everything goes smoothly!

H_2_O · Jul 27, 2009

What kind of shoes is everyone going to be purchasing? I have been reading other posts on here and everyone says a different thing. I LOVE the Nike Shox but we can't have any symbols. I would hate to buy a pair of shoes and then after a few days of clinicals have achy feet. I think I may go to Copy's Uniforms and try on some shoes and then try to find those online for cheaper because even with the 10% discount they are still pricey!

I emailed the program director about the shoes. She said:

1.) If you are buying at Copy's or professional nursing shoes like Nursemates, a small colored logo is OK.

2.) If you aren't buying professional nursing shoes everything, including the logo, must be white.

I was able to snag some all-white Nike Air Max from a Nike outlet for $34. I figure those should get me through 2 days a week for the next two years.

I've also heard New Balance and Brooks walkers are good shoes as well that are available in all white.

Remember, a little bit of white car touch-up paint or nail polish can do wonders on a little colored logo. Plus save you some money. :smokin:

And congrats to mommiluvs on your acceptance. Must've been a relief getting that phone call.

poppimiguel · Jul 28, 2009

H_2_O,

Thanks for the clarification on the shoes. I passed on a pair of New Balance shoes, because I thought the big honking "N" on the side, would be unacceptable. Seems as long as it's all-white, it should be fine. This is good news, as those New Balance shoes were the best fit and feel for me. Copy's didn't have a large selection of men's professional nursing shoes, and the ones I tried on didn't feel comfortable.

Congrats to mommiluvsadrian for getting in, and I wonder how many others got a late phone call as well.

reeciedog · Jul 28, 2009

So, I have everything in order to start semester 1! Very excited and can't wait to meet Palm Beach's future RN's. I have a seemingly silly question...are we allowed to wear watches?!?! For many reasons, I can't imagine that they aren't permissable. If we are allowed, any suggestions?