MistiroseRN

MistiroseRN

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  1. Applying for my first nursing job any advice

    MistiroseRN replied to MistiroseRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank you for the advice. I had a great interview. Have you just ever walked into a place and felt like you belonged there? Well that is exactly what happened to me. I applied at 3 different places...

  2. Applying for my first nursing job any advice

    MistiroseRN posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I am applying for my first nursing position. I have worked LTC as a CNA. I am nervous about the transition to nursing. I have not worked in 2 years to concentrate on school. Any advice or tips you can...

  3. Graduation Day

    MistiroseRN posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I can't believe I made it. Tonight we had our ceremony. I had promised myself I would not cry. When I was called up I balled like a baby. I had so many emotions all at one time. I was proud I had...

  4. Crying at pinning...

    MistiroseRN replied to NFB2008's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Well I guess I have also joined the dork club. Yes I cried. Nursing school is very stressful and I like you, felt the same way. I am not all that stressed about the NCLEX. I will just keep on doing...

  5. Graduation Day

    MistiroseRN replied to MistiroseRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thank you all for responding. Graduation day is a bitter sweet day. Its a time of change. I am adjusting to not having to be in a classroom. I am getting to know my family again and I even cook...

  6. sick and tired of defending working in geriatrics..

    MistiroseRN replied to ulmaulma's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I can't believe this thread because I have been wrestling with if I should go into long term right out of school. My fellow class mates are not fans of the elderly and can't believe I would waste my...

  7. Desperate Need Help from RN students who make A's and B's consistently

    MistiroseRN replied to Txborn82's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Are you practicing NCLEX questions along with studying? I found it helpful. I own about 5 books and I do the questions that go along with what I was learning. Good luck to

  8. To the students

    MistiroseRN replied to aerorunner80's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Everyone should be treated with respect. I worked as a CNA for many years before going back to school to be a nurse. I graduate in May. Believe me I will not forget the hard work of the aides. It...

  9. I just got my acceptance letter!

    MistiroseRN replied to albpreemieRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    :yeah:Congratulations! Study hard and stay focused. Stay away from the students that gossip! They will only bring you down and drag you into thier drama.Don't be afraid to ask questions. Visit this...

  10. Things you would LOVE to say to your nursing instructors...

    MistiroseRN replied to Montessori Mommy's topic in General Students

    I don't know if this has been said because I have not read the whole thread. I would say Thank you. I have learned so much from each and everyone of

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

    MistiroseRN replied to Faeriewand's topic in General Students

    I am glad you only studied for 20 minutes before the test and passed it. Please tell you you are going to study the same way for you NCLEX exam. If you know more than the teacher then why are you a...

  12. Med error and im not even a real nurse yet!!!

    MistiroseRN replied to kknarfs's topic in General Nursing

    I can only imagine how scared you were. I am glad that all is well with your patient. I have come close to making a med error but lucky for me my intructor caught it. It will never leave you and you...

  13. I thought it would be easier to get a job.

    MistiroseRN replied to TangoLima's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am in the minority at my school because I want to do med/surg. I am in total agreemant that there is alot of knowledge to be gained by working med/surg and often wonder why my fellow students would...

  14. Can anyone tell me about the Nursing entrance test?

    MistiroseRN replied to surggirl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took the NET test. I bought the book from the school and found it was pretty close to the exam. I did not find it hard at all. It's basic reading and comprehention. The math wasn't too bad either....

  15. kaplan or mosbys drug cards

    MistiroseRN replied to lulu rn's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I also have used the Davis drug cards. I haven't seen the others to comment on

  16. Help I need some advice

    MistiroseRN replied to love2beanurse's topic in General Nursing

    Weighing out the pros and cons is a good start. Have you visited both places? I would see how the nurses interact with eachother. Is one a more supportive environment? Where will you learn more?...

  17. CCAC- Allegheny

    MistiroseRN replied to Fallon's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I am in my last semester at North and also agree with everyone else not to do it. It took me longer but with the amout of work I had to put into the program I wouldn't have passed nursing with other...

  18. Fundraising ideas needed...

    MistiroseRN replied to justme1972's topic in General Students

    It's a shame you can't do a bake sale we raised over 200 in one afternoon. We are raffeling off a steelers basket for our next fund raiser. What about candy bars? They are very easy to

  19. Totally freaking out about EKG and cardic II test

    MistiroseRN replied to DisneyNurse18's topic in General Students

    thank you for posting dee. I saved it to my

  20. I feel like a total moron, today in a lecture at school I heard the word holistic,

    MistiroseRN replied to tiffany311's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    tiffany you are not alone and this will not be the last word you don't know the meaning of. I am still looking up definations of words in my second

  21. Anyone in St Margaret School in Pittsburgh

    MistiroseRN replied to SouthernPeach3's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    St margarets was one of my choices along with west penn. I was taking classes at CCAC and desided to stay there. I am in my second year. Don't be to worried just study hard and try to keep up with...

  22. Anyone in St Margaret School in Pittsburgh

    MistiroseRN replied to SouthernPeach3's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Rn or LPN? I am very good friends with an intructor that teaches the LPN

  23. Discussing grades with classmates?

    MistiroseRN replied to OgopogoLPN's topic in General Students

    I used to share my grades with my close friends but when someone doesn't do well and they are in your group of friends it can cause hard feeling. So I dont share

  24. cpr training for nursing students- HELP!

    MistiroseRN replied to nessa1980's topic in General Nursing

    I got mine through my local EMS. It cost me 35 dollars. They were trained by the

  25. Anyone use meditation?

    MistiroseRN replied to TemperStripe's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I have meditated for many years. I would say we have alot in common. I also have a hard time sitting still. I had a friend show me how to meditate and have loved it ever since. It is very calming. I...