AuntNana

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  1. Information meeting at WCCCD

    AuntNana replied to SmackerNurse's topic in Michigan Nursing

    3rd term student here. If I have learned ONE thing (and I've learned LOTS), it's that you should NOT listen to what others say about the instructors. They are ALL drill sergeants (just some of...

  2. What more should I do?

    AuntNana replied to rn2bhopefully's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I feel for you. Been there, done that. :icon_hug: You CAN do it because you MUST do it. You REALLY don't have time to worry about that 72%. Go over the exam w/your instructor so you see where you...

  3. WCCCD Happy/Sad letters!

    AuntNana replied to SmackerNurse's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I'm not sure when the letters will go out but once you get your acceptance letter, you have enough time to get your physical/CPR certification/hep B/immunizations. You have to have all this prior to...

  4. Paying for nursing school?

    AuntNana replied to jaytek13's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I found it online & immediately went to financial aid, they told me the nursing office handled it. So, I went there & was told it was only offered to 2nd yr students (WHY?). I went on...

  5. Paying for nursing school?

    AuntNana replied to jaytek13's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hmmm, I don't know why they told you that. I personally received the scholarship this year & know of 3 classmates who have also received it. Unfortunately, I also know of students who were...

  6. I got it!!!

    AuntNana replied to 1rarejewel's topic in Michigan Nursing

    :clpty: Congrats!! Welcome to a new

  7. Hello new here

    AuntNana replied to jenp313's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi jenp! :welcome: I'm a 2nd yr WCCCD student & have also found this site full of encouragement & great resources. Congratz on getting back to school as well as the 4.0! You go girl!...

  8. WCCCCCCCD 1st and 2nd semester folks

    AuntNana replied to DAMomma's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hey D! Fancy meeting you here! I'm also breaking from my readings. Hey! Shouldn't you be sleeping??? lol Yay for us! I agree, our group was the BEST. Here's hoping for another positive,...

  9. WCCCD first clinicals

    AuntNana replied to WyandotteMomma's topic in Michigan Nursing

    :yeah:Congrats!!!! And it is WAY normal to be scared ****less!! My 1st day of clinical is FOREVER etched in my brain. No worries though, you will survive. Assess & chart early, study the drug...

  10. Reading Tips

    AuntNana replied to brandi110's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Nursing books are my life too. Guess what I found today! Bookshelves for 7.99 at CVS! Wooohoooo! Now I can get this NEW pile off the floor & on the shelf...lol. Cheap, but hey, they work...

  11. What to do when...

    AuntNana replied to Justforus's topic in Michigan Nursing

    :icon_hug: Hugs go out to you. You sure have your hands full. Do you have anyone else to help with your children? I know there are many single moms in the program. I'm one myself but mine is...

  12. Reading Tips

    AuntNana replied to brandi110's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Yes Brandi, I've got Ms. Lovett. She's the only theory instructor for psych. One week down. Quiz on Wed! Lots of psych

  13. Reading Tips

    AuntNana replied to brandi110's topic in Michigan Nursing

    :bugeyes:You got that

  14. Reading Tips

    AuntNana replied to brandi110's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Yes I did & boy I'm glad I did. She's the best!! Yes, Iggy stands for IGNATAVICIUS! Big name for BIG book! Everyone calls it that but feel free to call it whatever you want. I've got a few...

  15. Reading Tips

    AuntNana replied to brandi110's topic in Michigan Nursing

    hi brandi! welcome to a new life. in the beginning i would always read the fundamentals book first & continued to always look there for info before reading iggy. kozier was much easier for...

  16. Please educate me on the NET

    AuntNana replied to NeverStar's topic in Michigan Nursing

    And one more thing... I found that if you can get a hold of the Med Math book used for that class, the first few chapters actually walk you through the math you will need. It's got practice...

  17. Please educate me on the NET

    AuntNana replied to NeverStar's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I used my 11th grade niece to refresh me on the math. I borrowed the NET study guide from a friend & scanned the math questions so she knew where to start w/me. One thing that stood out in my...

  18. Oakwood Hospital-Good or Bad?

    AuntNana replied to thyme39's topic in Michigan Nursing

    My 2 cents... I would never take a family member there again--EVER. This hospital's nursing staff did NONE of the things I have learned thus far in my nursing studies. I must say the NAs were very...

  19. WCCCD Psych rotation, Eastside

    AuntNana posted a topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi Everyone. Congratz to us! I was one of the last people called for the lottery on Monday. They ran out of rotations & Ms. B said she'd notify us when they found a site/instructor. I got a...

  20. WCCCD Psych rotation, Eastside

    AuntNana replied to AuntNana's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Of Course it will work. I will make it work! :trout: What's one more hour? I hate to tell ya but my car smells like an ashtray. Maybe I will quit for the new year. (wow, I can't imagine...

  21. WCCCD Psych rotation, Eastside

    AuntNana replied to AuntNana's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Thanks Missgigius, I don't know about D, but I appreciate hearing that. See D, like you said, :trout: it's already a blessing. YOU are going to be there w/me & we are going to ride together!...

  22. It's been fun

    AuntNana replied to baylianmommy's topic in Michigan Nursing

    It sounds like you need a hug. :icon_hug: I must say, you definately need a support system when you have a family & are studying nursing. But in all honesty, determination is the key. Either...

  23. WCCCD Psych rotation, Eastside

    AuntNana replied to AuntNana's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Thanks D, I truly believe things happen for a reason, although I'd prefer my blessing to be a little closer, especially at this time of year. I've left a note w/the nursing office but... It's a...

  24. How to study for the Net

    AuntNana replied to boat's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I borrowed the book for all those math probs. That part helped me a lot. Since I don't have trouble reading, I skimmed through the other part of the book. Thank goodness I saw where it mentioned: When...

  25. Third Semester - DONE!!!!

    AuntNana replied to MySimplePlan's topic in Michigan Nursing