RhodyGirl, RN

RhodyGirl, RN

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  1. Spring 2009 Classes

    I'm going into my 2nd of 6 semesters in the nursing program at my college (BSN). I'll be taking Health Assessment, Fundamentals (clinical portion in a LTC setting), and an Anthro course. The anthro is...
  2. RIC Second bachelors degree students

    Don't worry! I was also a mail man stalker...lol! Here's to hoping you find out from both schools very
  3. RIC Second bachelors degree students

    Any news
  4. 4 years of nursing school THEN applying to med school

    I agree....have you considered a more science-heavy degree to help prepare you for a medical
  5. How do I dump my study partner/friend ?

    I would tell her very nicely that you've decided to start studying on your own. Explain that you feel your grade would benefit from veering away from group studying. Just an idea...let us know how...
  6. update on kizzykat

    I'm crossing my fingers that your baby gets well!!!
  7. RIC Second bachelors degree students

    Yeah, that's what they told us and we got our letters during finals week! lol...I was very surprised. I actually didn't get accepted that time (a year ago)..not due to GPA reasons, but space reasons...
  8. RIC Second bachelors degree students

    Last year, they didn't wait for grades to come out to send letters. I got mine during finals week. Just wanted to give you the heads up! Good luck! BTW- I had a 3.3 when I was
  9. RIC Second bachelors degree students

    Hi! I am in the nursing program at RIC, but this is my first bachelor's degree. If you have any specific questions, please ask.....I do know a lot about the 2nd bachelor's process and I know some...
  10. Had a transvaginal exam, and I'm depressed.

    I had one done in November and got my results within a week. Good
  11. nursing program vs. prerequisite courses?

    I like your attitude! The learning/testing style is definitely different in NS, but you'll get used to it. Good luck on getting into a program, and be sure to ask us questions if you need
  12. I should be studying.

    Glad I'm not the only one. I have a huge exam at 8AM tomorrow and I'm just moseying around allnurses...... Good luck with finals everyone, I'm sure we'll all kick
  13. Nursing or pharmacist?

    Exactly. That's what I meant with the competitiveness thing.....a 3.0 or even 3.5 won't cut it when applying to pharmacy school in most
  14. Nursing or pharmacist?

    It seems like pharmacy would be more fitting for you, but please be aware that PharmD programs are super competitive to get into. The program in my state only accepts about 15 students per year. It's...
  15. You would get more responses if you posted this question in the regional forum under the appropriate state. Good
  16. nursing program vs. prerequisite courses?

    Wrong. I am getting better grades in my nursing courses, but this is purely because I am interested in the material being covered. Prereqs are not the most difficult part of this degree, trust me. In...
  17. I Contracted HIV

    Sarah- Your post brought tears to my eyes. My heart goes out to
  18. Getting discouraged about nursing school....

    It's really like anything else in life; you get out of it what you put in, and anything that's worthwhile usually requires some sacrifice. NS is no exception. Keep working hard on the pre-requisites,...
  19. OMG!!! we had our orientation day!!! it was awesome!!!

    Sounds awesome! Definitely pick up the book Jean mentioned (it's great) and also be sure to get an NCLEX review book. I like Saunders, personally. Good luck on your
  20. To Flu Shot or Not??

    My school mandates that we (nursing students) get a flu shot every Fall. I always get one anyway, though, because I can't be home sick for 7 to 10
  21. I don't have much to offer, but thanks for the
  22. Newport Day Program CCRI

    Hello and congrats! See this thread: https://allnurses.com/forums/f171/tell-me-about-ccri-clinicals-342423-3.html.....I'm sure the CCRI students in there can help you out!
  23. Many congratulations to you!!! I don't think I'll ever complain about NS again...considering I have no kids! Have fun celebrating and good luck with the new
  24. pepid rnn student companion

    I am actually getting this in a week or two with a PDA. I don't think it has everything you need for nursing school, but I think it's a good supplement to
  25. These Pre-reqs... are making me nuts!

    Pre-requisites can take a while to complete! I think it took me about 2 years to get all of mine finished before I could even apply to my school, and then the nursing portion of the curriculum is 3...