Sunshine0425

Sunshine0425

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  1. Slu??

    Sunshine0425 posted a topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Hi Everyone, I am trying to find out information on SLU's accelerated BSN program. Does anyone know anything about it??? I currently have applied at OLOL but want to put some eggs in other...

  2. new grad vs 1 yr exp. orientation to ICU

    Sunshine0425 replied to NurseNature's topic in MICU, SICU

    Well, I worked on a Med Surg floor for eight months before starting in ICU...I am sooo glad I did. I was so stressed as a new grad on the floor, but quickly got my assessment skills down, time...

  3. North Oaks Hospital in Hammond LA.

    Sunshine0425 replied to crawlyberry's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I work there...and love it. I don't have nursing experience at any other hospital, but have really enjoyed working at NO. Do you mind sharing what floor you will be working on??? Some floors are...

  4. Who's still waiting on "THE LETTER"

    Sunshine0425 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Okay, it's getting down to crunch time!!! I am starting to *think* plan B. I still have to wait until the first part of May before I get any news. If I don't get in, I will need to bust my rear to...

  5. I am sooo excited!!!

    Sunshine0425 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Our midterm grades were just posted online this morning...I got an A in micro and nutrition...this will totally help me for a hopeful upcoming interview/review for acceptance this fall. I am happy b/c...

  6. Tulane hospital

    Sunshine0425 replied to Cmunst45636's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    The hospital I work at currently paid off my debt to Tulane. I LOVE where I work, the floor I work on is organized, smells clean and we all help each other out. I don't miss the commute to the

  7. discouraged in getting to Charity

    Sunshine0425 replied to destin504's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I hate to tell you this, but I had a similar experience with them. I had flown down here in 04 from another state to take the PAX test knowing I was moving down here soon. I flew with my 4 week old...

  8. Getting assessments done

    Sunshine0425 replied to suewolfie's topic in General Nursing

    First thing I do on my shift is organize myself first...gather my MARS, make my own little checklist from the kardex, then go assess. This should be your number one priority. See how your patients...

  9. Good Questions to ask a Prospective Employer?

    Sunshine0425 replied to cherryhopeRN's topic in General Nursing

    For me I would ask about scheduling issues...Some places have self scheduling, others it's whenever they will fit you in the schedule, especially as a new nurse. Good

  10. Tulane hospital new grad pay?

    Sunshine0425 replied to 504NURSINGDUDE's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Maybe this is something you and your spouse should talk about as far as time mgt with busy schedules. And if you have kids... Bottom line is you are going to have to make a huge commitment for 9/10...

  11. Tulane hospital new grad pay?

    Sunshine0425 replied to 504NURSINGDUDE's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    boozimgm2, You might really reconsider going through the accelerated program...I went through the one at Tulane last year, and yes, there are SEVERAL weeks where we went 7 days a week. We...

  12. Tulane hospital new grad pay?

    Sunshine0425 replied to 504NURSINGDUDE's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Their new grad pay last year was 22.00 an hour, so that sounds

  13. testosterone and curly hair?

    Sunshine0425 replied to LanaBanana's topic in General Nursing

    I have polycystic ovarian syndrome, and my levels of testosterone are high. My hair has become very curly wavy over the last few years since being diagnosed with this. I thought it was very...

  14. Tulane hospital

    Sunshine0425 replied to Cmunst45636's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    It is 22 dollars an hour base...And I would NEVER work there. I had all my clinicals for nursing school there. It is dog eat dog and I don't think I ever saw one nurse ever help another. Most of...

  15. OLOL Accelerated People-Past and Present!

    Sunshine0425 replied to ecbnola's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I would get the latest edition, or something in the last year or two. Some teachers like to take right from the textbook.

  16. Fall '07 Applicants-OLOL Accelerated

    Sunshine0425 replied to serenity_2K2's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    my wife just left the computer on this website, and i was reading some of your concerns. My wife just finished this accelerated program, and man was it some work. As far as some of your concerns...

  17. Fall '07 Applicants-OLOL Accelerated

    Sunshine0425 replied to serenity_2K2's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Last year it was 97% pass, one person failed first time around. I feel prepared to take it soon, I am going to take the Hurst review first, and then take the NCLEX asap. I graduate Thursday, and now...

  18. Littmann classic vs. lightweight

    Sunshine0425 replied to ange26s's topic in General Students

    I love my littmann classic!!!! It has been a great stethescope for me. The other side can be used to listen to deeper heart tones...you just click the tubing around the steth. I may be working Peds...

  19. Anyone in OLOL New Orleans?

    Sunshine0425 replied to lablover25's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Pay attention in class, get a good NCLEX study book like Saunders, find a few people to review/study with (once you have already studied on your own) If you have support from family and you have kids,...

  20. OLOL applicants

    Sunshine0425 replied to ecbnola's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I found out I was accepted on July 8th last year. And just a forewarning...be prepared to be EXTREMELY flexible and have no life for the duration of the program. I can hardly wait 1 month 23 days...

  21. OLOL applicants

    Sunshine0425 replied to ecbnola's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    yep....I didn't get my interview letter until June last year...sorry to all those who are waiting. It was insane how nervous I

  22. Anyone in OLOL New Orleans?

    Sunshine0425 replied to lablover25's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    When I say disorganized, I mean disorganized....BUT we always seem to get done what needs to get done. I think a lot of it is that they just moved the program back to NO from BR. There seems to be a...

  23. Anyone in OLOL New Orleans?

    Sunshine0425 replied to lablover25's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Yep, I am currently in the program. This thread was from last summer. I can't believe how fast time goes by. I am going to be a nurse this summer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! There are only...

  24. Anyone in OLOL New Orleans?

    Sunshine0425 replied to lablover25's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    To get an interview, you should have over a 2.75 (this is what a counselor from olol told me) and have a great essay. They are basically looking for an overall well rounded person rather than just a...

  25. Anyone in OLOL New Orleans?

    Sunshine0425 replied to lablover25's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Hey just wanted to reply...yes, I got in the program, and am about to graduate in 3 months. I can hardly wait!!!!!!!!!!! It's a tough program, a LITTLE disorganized:chuckle , and forget about having...