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As a Pediatric ER Nurse and a Pain Resource Nurse I would encourage you to check the literature. There is substantial research which indicates that pain control for needle sticks (even for IMs) can have a positive effect on the overall outcome for the patient. Conversely, failing to treat pain can affect the patient's physiologic response (not just psychological) to that procedure AND future procedures. We use Jtips (needleless delivery of buffered lidocaine), cold spray for injections and IV starts and EMLA for LPs and port access. Incidentally, for those of you who are having little success or patient discomfort with cold spray, you may consider the "snowball" method. Saturate a cotton ball with the cold spray and hold it in place with pressure for 15 seconds immediately before needle stick.

I had no complaints about the program. I won't say it wasn't challenging but that left me very well prepared for the NCLEX and for work as an RN.

That's fantastic! I don't remember ever learning about that stuff either.

How in-depth does your research need to be? Can the information be found in your textbook?

When I went we had class or clinicals every day for the first semester but I heard they had decreased the hours so I'm not sure if it's still the same.

The exam is designed to ensure that new nurses are well versed in the Nurse Practice Act and all legal and ethical aspects of nursing. It's not meant to imply anything other than every nurse needs to under what is legally required in the practice of nursing.

As a grad of WC I just wanted say congratulations! They have a really good program. Also - go to a movie, read a novel, have some fun, because you're about to be busier than you can imagine. And it's worth it.

I've heard the same about Weatherford college. Good luck in your search.

You could always speak with the nurse recruiter at any hospital hospital that interests you. They are usually very helpful.

For nursing school? Not radiology? I can't imagine it being legal either way, I'm just trying to make sense of why it would matter. It's not like nurses don't have babies.... and they don't have to quit work while pregnant.

"Honestly have no interest in going there when the most healthy food alternative is walking around munching on a turkey drumstick. People at work were pulling up the fair's website and describing to me all the stomach churning delicacies I should try out. Sorry, but you couldn't pay me to go there. Guess others feel the same way." You don't actually have to buy or consume any of the food there. You could go for the sake of enjoying the sights, sounds, and a day spent with family/friends.

I couldn't say but I believe the nursing school advisor would tell you honestly whether or not you have a good chance.

You might consider speaking with advisors at both TCC and some of the Dallas County Community Colleges. Although there are several nursing programs in the area, all have high standards. There are so many people competing for each spot that the schools are able to set the bar very high.

ATI Testing has a page on their website that contains TEAS FAQS. http://www.atitesting.com/global/students/entering-nursing-school.aspx and click on one of the TEAS choices from the menu on the left. You may have to copy and paste the URL listed above into your browser's address bar.

Although I can't speak for everyone, I can say that my hospital does not pay 40 for 36. So we would multiply that by 36.

I also had Dr. Lindsey at South Campus and heartily recommend her. She has a genuine love for the subject and for teaching. She not only makes the class enjoyable, she will help you learn if you have any interest at all. She also has the massive slide collection (I believe they all do). Further - I don't see how it's possible not to make an A in the class due to the many opportunities for extra credit.

ATI (online) has a great study guide for the TEAS

I have one thing to add. When you call and speak with an advisor (which you should definitely do) please be sure to ask if they will accept all of the pre-req credits you will be obtaining in another state. It will be helpful if you have very specific information regarding the school you are attending, and the courses you are taking. Include course numbers, and descriptions.

Techs provide a great deal of patient care. They typically provide bed baths, change linens, hand out meals and often assist with feeding patients. I know they have many other responsibilities as well. I also know they are ALWAYS busy. I don't know what the requirements are. If you've seen an ad for a tech position you could probably call the facility for that info.

And please don't claim to not be able to afford said car seat when you're carrying a $500 purse.

Kristin is correct. The ADN programs in the metroplex require prospective students to reapply each application period. Most of the programs use a type of points systems (though it is different for each program) that stacks applicants based on GPA, pre-requisite courses completed, and scores on entrance tests. Some students apply several times before getting in and some students get in on their first try. Many people apply to multiple programs at the same time in the hopes of gaining entry to at least one.

Also consider this - the most common reason the clients do not have insurance (and are therefore in a state institution) is because their illnesses are severe enough that they are unable to hold a job. If you can, consider volunteering for a week or so to see what it's really like before you make a decision either way.

Thanks for being so agreeable. And welcome to Texas!

Just to throw in another unsolicited bit of info... I have several friends who moved here from the west coast, bought homes they thought they could afford, and then received their first August electric bill.

Hmmmm - I think there's the south...There's the west.... And then there's Texas, a region unto itself.