2bRnKim

Welcome!! I am also in peds right now. If you ever need any help, just let us know. We may be testing on the same stuff. Good luck!!! Kim

There are lots of ways to approach a study group. Sometimes we make up questions that we think could be on the test. Also, we do the questions at the end of the chapters, we make up study guides and share them. Basically, whatever seems to work for you guys in getting the material in your head and being able to answer any question about that subject. Kim

Hi! You don't have to be a LPN to attend RN school. If you choose that route, that's fine- but just thought I'd let you know. There are several programs in the Tulsa and Oklahoma City area that you can apply- however you have to complete your pre-reqs first. I am currently in my third of four semesters of a BSN program here in Tulsa. It takes four years to complete a BSN- two years pre-reqs and two of nursing classes. If you want to do your associates in nursing- you could do it in about two and then fast track the rest later. It's up to you and what your situation is right now. Hope this helps. Kim

Suzy: I did an externship this summer on 9 west which is a stroke/ telemetry floor that has I think only 15-18 beds. I don't know if that area is the official stroke unit, but there were stroke pts there. It was interesting if that is your thing. The manager is VERY nice. Hope this helps. Kim

I just met two girls that are also going through the ABSN at OU that just finished their first semester last week at a Manpower Scholarship thingy. I bet they are in your class. It sounds pretty intense to do a semester in the summer !!!! Enjoy your break and next semester should be alot better considering what you just went through. Kim

WOW! That is way more than any of my semesters. There are so many costs involved when starting nursing classes like scrubs, steths, books, shots, etc. It's amazing. Good luck!! Kim

I hope everything goes well with your first semester! Kim

That rate is for new grads in the Tulsa area and does not include any shift diffs. Kim

Just wondering if anyone else was waiting to go back to nursing school??This will be my last year- can't wait. This summer has been nice, but I need to get my brain back in study mode. Kim

I took it a couple of years ago at TCC and I passed with scores in the 80's for reading and in the high 70's for math. I was told by the councelor that even though I passed the test, that I may want to re-take the math portion in order to have a more competitive score. I was mad because I had studied so hard for that stupid thing! Oh! In the math, there is basic algebra also. Kim

I have considered both hospitals as well. I made my final decision this spring because I have done clinicals at both SF and SJ. I had good experiences at both- however SJ staff just seemed to fit me better. They are both good places to work and have many benefits. Kim

Hi Tiff: I got an application when they brought lunch at our school one time. You used to be able to download it from their site- I just checked and didn't see it there anymore. You need to call "Julie' in human resources- she handles the scholarships. Or better yet, just go down there and get an application. You will need a copy of you most recent transcripts and I think two letters of recommendations. That's pretty much it. It's real easy- I must warn you that Julie seemed a little overwhelmed and she took some time processing mine. I would stay right on top of it and she will get it rolling faster. You don't have to be an employee there to get the scholarships. I am not working there- but I am externing there this summer. Hope this helps. Kim

Hi I recently got my first scholarship check from SJ. Because I will be starting my second year of ns in Aug, I got the 3,500 this time ( for fall and spring) and I will get the remainder in May when I graduate. ALso, you don't have to pay the taxes on it- they do ( it's in the contract!). As you already know, there is a two year work agreement along with it. As far as what area you will work in after you graduate, the scholarship person (in human resources) and the actual job you take has nothing to do with each other. It just depends on what jobs are open at the time just like it would be if you were apply for a job without a two year commitment. I've been told that if there is a certain area that you are interested in , you could extern there during your schooling and have a real good chance of getting hired in that area. That is what I am doing now. You get to know the staff and managers and see if that is the area that you really like- with no work commitment! Anyway, I'm just going on and on. I hope this helps. Kim

The child weighs 16kg and the dosage is to give 0.2mg/ kg right? So, 16kg X 0.2mg/kg 3.20 mg for this child Next: Order: 3.20mg x 1 ml = 0.16ml ( this is how much you give) On hand: 20mg vial Does this make since? Kim

:smackingf Silly mistakes happen to all of us nursing students. Just remember to read the question thourougly. I'm sure that you will do great this next time around! Kim