Neo Soldier BSN, RN

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    Failed last semester and it hurts

    Neo Soldier replied to HopefulRNtay's topic in General Students

    This must be very frustrating and even thought I don't know you, I feel really bad because I came close to failing during my second semester in nursing school. I remember writing my final and then...
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    Helpful Items to Purchase for Nursing School

    Neo Soldier replied to bitter_betsy's topic in General Students

    Long sleeve compression shirt. Ebay has cheap ones. You may benefit from getting a size larger than your actual size. Also, UK medium is a US small. Costs about $9. May be cheaper during a sale....
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    CNA and community college at the same time?

    Neo Soldier replied to Imnotasailor's topic in General Nursing

    That's a great idea. Good patient care skills come in handy during clinical in the nursing program. Being a CNA will mean that you're making some money too. I suggest you don't use up one semester...
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    1 year before starting nursing school - What to do?

    Neo Soldier replied to nursekitty97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I highly recommend you find a CNA school that only takes a month (or less) to complete and work as a CNA. If your potential nursing program uses the point system, being a CNA could boost your...
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    What would make me stand out from other Nursing program applicants?

    Neo Soldier replied to L524's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Find out what the schools you're interested in require. If you're looking to get into a community college, figure out if the school has the point system which is a ranking system that tells you how...
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    Failed dosage calc test and feeling like a failure.

    Neo Soldier replied to jessang16's topic in General Students

    Try taking a dosage class while you wait to get back into the program to get a head start. Dosage has always been my weakness and I have had to retake a couple of times. I also got a cause for concern...
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    Any advice on how to study for NURSING SCHOOL???

    Neo Soldier replied to NewGradRN96's topic in General Students

    Try taking practice questions. I recommend lippincott Q & A, and saunders nclex review. The answers usually have a rationale. Read the rationales whether or not you go the question right because...
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    Are student loans worth it???

    Neo Soldier replied to Wildflowerlover's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    College life is fun and a wonderful experience and if that's what you want, then go for it but.... have you considered how you will pay back your student loans? Unless you're going to become a...
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    Help! Can I get into nursing school?

    Neo Soldier replied to cheyy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I honestly don't think you'll have a problem getting in. Some schools use the point system and so you're not judged on just your GPA. Apply to multiple schools and look at what they require so you see...
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    Should I Go into Debt for Nursing School?

    Neo Soldier replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I wouldn't recommend it. I actually wouldn't recommend a for profit school either. Nursing is a great career to get into but you shouldn't spend that much to get it. Many community colleges use the...
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    How do I convince my parents to let me go through an LVN program?

    Neo Soldier replied to RockyRamona's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I feel like I'm pretty much echoing what everyone here has said. If you want financial independence so you can move out, then take the ADN route. It's two years and you can get it over with. The LPN...
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    Just got accepted to nursing school and I'm not excited.

    Neo Soldier replied to mom2twins9909's topic in General Students

    It's okay to be a little anxious and intimidated. You've been a stay at home mom for 10 years and becoming a nursing student is such a different life changing experience so it's okay to be scared. Of...
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    My Cousin is throwing insults because I'm taking too long to finish nursing

    Neo Soldier replied to Wannabenurseneko's topic in General Students

    She may be afraid and insecure and fears you're taking a big risk that may have a poor outcome for you. Sometimes people care about you to the extent that they project their own fears on you because...
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    Does CSUN only accept RN transfers?

    Neo Soldier replied to howsoonisnow's topic in California Nursing

    I suggest that you keep your options open because the CSUs are usually impacted. You should apply to both community colleges and 4 year universities. The thing about 4 year colleges is that some will...
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    west coast university? help

    Neo Soldier replied to nursing major_555's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I suggest you don't go to west coast. The price is indeed absurd and even with your prereqs done, you'll still owe over 90 thousand. If you withdraw from the school, you can't transfer your credit...
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    West Coast University Spring 2018 BSN

    Neo Soldier replied to FutureNurse2308's topic in California Nursing

    Rayl***? Do you go to the Ontario campus? Back in the day I tried west coast. I had just finished my prereqs. Hated it so I left. I don't regret it at
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    A foreigner looking forward to doing a CNA class and more!

    Neo Soldier replied to Moe.CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Once you get your CNA, you can just apply to work in psych. You don't need anything extra special. At my job, I took a self defense class and they paid me for it. It was like an 8 hour class and they...
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    A foreigner looking forward to doing a CNA class and more!

    Neo Soldier replied to Moe.CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Instead of getting a high school diploma, I suggest going to a community college. It will save you time and once you get an associated degree, it won't matter if you have a high school diploma. Psych...
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    Just need to vent.

    Neo Soldier replied to gltda's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm sorry to hear all of that. 15-30 patients is beyond overwhelming for a CNA who actually has to give direct patient care. For patients that are challenging, you should possibly get help and let...
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    A foreigner looking forward to doing a CNA class and more!

    Neo Soldier replied to Moe.CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I did not require any diplomas or any form of education in the CNA school I went to, however some schools require a high school diploma/GED, associates degree. I don't think your language barrier...
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    I need Tips for surviving LPN school!

    Neo Soldier replied to JaszB's topic in Study Tips for Students's Share Tips

    Studying is not solely knowledge based but mostly application. For example, if a client has COPD, it's great to know that his/her airway is narrowing and he/she has lots of secretions etc but what do...
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    Riverside Community College questions

    Neo Soldier replied to Roseymw22's topic in School, College Programs

    Thanks for clarifying. RCC accepts students based on different criteria. Having good grades is one. They use a point system. For example, you get 4 points for getting a C or better in statistics; you...
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    What should I do in my current situation?

    Neo Soldier replied to 2bNurse Fruit's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's pretty amazing that you're going into nursing. Also a wise decision to make studying a priority instead of work. Nursing school is highly competitive and having good grades boosts your...
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    Feel like I'm not learning how to be a nurse

    Neo Soldier replied to NurseNurseNurseNurse's topic in General Students

    You learn how to do assessments in school. You need the basics before the
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    Feel like I'm not learning how to be a nurse

    Neo Soldier replied to NurseNurseNurseNurse's topic in General Students

    I wondered that many times. Here's the truth: nursing school prepares you to pass the NCLEX. That's it! To be a real nurse you have to actually practice and overtime you develop your own style, you...