NC Girl BSN

NC Girl BSN

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  1. Should I take Refresher Course?New Grad can't find job....in CA..

    NC Girl BSN replied to elprup's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am in a new grad program and trust me its not all that. We meet 2 x a year and go over critical thinking stuff and stress management and watching videos on the way new nurses perform vs experienced...

  2. Should I take Refresher Course?New Grad can't find job....in CA..

    NC Girl BSN replied to elprup's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I wouldn't do it quite yet. Have you tried walking on to unit of hospital floors and giving your resume and cover letter. Try that and see what

  3. Im back .....and have conquered the NCLEX Beast

    NC Girl BSN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    AMEN!!!!

  4. Im back .....and have conquered the NCLEX Beast

    NC Girl BSN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Maureen, thanks for the kinds words but I have to say the same about you! I will never forget at Lynns workshop when you gave Fariah your brand new careplan book when hers was stolen. You truely had...

  5. Child Care and RN Hours - help!

    NC Girl BSN replied to TarheelRN's topic in General Nursing

    Ask your hospital. Our hospital gives a small discount if you take your child to this daycare that caters to 12hr shift employees. I am pretty sure it closes at 8pm. Maybe your hospital has something...

  6. How do you tell someone they smell bad?

    NC Girl BSN replied to Virgo_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I would not say anything especially if you only smelled it that one time. She is not in direct contact with you daily and you are not precepting her. You may never have to report off to her again and...

  7. Since my last post that I quit.... here I am; please help!

    NC Girl BSN replied to Lisa1980's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations! Thanks for sharing your story of determination. It is stories like these that keep others motivated and let them know that this program can be done. It sounds like your journey has...

  8. Passed Sociology today/CPNE ELIGIBLE?

    NC Girl BSN replied to Raggedy Ann's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations Traci!! I wish you much success on the CPNE

  9. Im back .....and have conquered the NCLEX Beast

    NC Girl BSN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    AWESOME!!! AWESOME!!!! AWESOME!!!! I knew you had it in you! Now you can relax and enjoy your victory. You definetly deserve it!

  10. Since my last post that I quit.... here I am; please help!

    NC Girl BSN replied to Lisa1980's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I strongly suggest that if your taking shortcuts by using the studynotes only then you need to buy the recommended books. I also used some of the college network modules that I bought off ebay as a...

  11. Which do YOU prefer...??

    NC Girl BSN replied to ksauce20's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    i bought a tape recorder for class lectures and typed my notes. My handwriting is

  12. Funding for EC

    NC Girl BSN replied to momofqc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I used a credit card to pay. Now I have the joy of paying all 7k of it back. Yikes!:uhoh21: The sacrafices that one makes. I hope things work out for

  13. Thinging about Enrolling at Excelsior, Wait till July 1st.

    NC Girl BSN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    A new allnurse friend was telling me about a new package that EC has.I called the admissions office today and to get details and it's called the ADN PACKAGE. The cost is $1560 per yr. Its designed for...

  14. Thinging about Enrolling at Excelsior, Wait till July 1st.

    NC Girl BSN replied to NC Girl BSN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    So true! It can be done with alot of motivation. I know 3 people(myself included) who has completed the program in less than 1 yr under the new curriculum. Too bad we didn't get the discount but I...

  15. GN accepted job at a LTC facility w/ horrible reputation & aids..

    NC Girl BSN replied to kris1116's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do yourself a favor and go in with an open mind. Don't ignore warning signs. Also don't pre lable the CNA's because technically they are your lifeline. If you go in throwing your weight around and...

  16. absn or rn?

    NC Girl BSN replied to MadameFreckles's topic in General Nursing

    They have a time limit on chemisty. They were one of the many schools I applied

  17. absn or rn?

    NC Girl BSN replied to MadameFreckles's topic in General Nursing

    Do your research on both programs. At most the Community Colleges in NC, they have a time limit on the sciences. Your sciences can't be over 5 yrs old so make sure you ask when doing your research. I...

  18. Just need to vent... it's so unfair!

    NC Girl BSN replied to 86toronado's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Most new grad programs start in July. Don't worry you will have plenty of time to perform all your nursing duties. July is in two weeks. Enjoy your freedom now because the responsibility is gonna be...

  19. Excelsior

    NC Girl BSN replied to bakerleighann's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Use the Excelsior DVD as a guide. The DVD itself is filled with mistakes(something like 60). Its just there to show the type of format the CPNE is. I recommend Robs DVD and Lynn Fredricks LAB DVD. I...

  20. Bored....

    NC Girl BSN replied to fmoore723's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yep, I know how you feel. I was so burned out when I got to HD3. I felt like I was gonna scream. After I finished all my exams, I was really burned out. It took a while to regroup and start studying...

  21. Nights are finally here!

    NC Girl BSN replied to rayshanna's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am a new grad three weeks in on the night shift. I really like it and it is less chaotic than days. I oriented 5 weeks on days and hated getting up so early in the morning.I am adjusting to the...

  22. Certifications

    NC Girl BSN replied to Tua15395's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think you can get them as long as you are a healthcare provider. I got my BLS as a requirement for hire. The ACLS and PALS I can take for free now that I am employed at the hospital. The classes are...

  23. Have I screwed myself over???

    NC Girl BSN replied to naturenurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You can't listen to what everyone says. I was also told that working in LTC would keep me from getting a hospital job. I worked in LTC for almost 2 years and had no problem getting a job in a...

  24. passed in utica

    NC Girl BSN replied to tbone641's topic in Online Distance Learning

    OMG T-bone!!!! I am so happy for you! I am so glad you did not give up on your

  25. Lab mnemonics

    NC Girl BSN replied to LPN_2005/RN_10's topic in Online Distance Learning

    LPN 2005 all your steps look good. I can remember at my CPNE not taking my gloves off for the IVPBack and I didn't get dinged. But I guess its good to take them off after