ledzep97 MSN, RN

Pediatrics, School Nursing, Pre/post op and PACU

Natalie truly enjoys the unique needs of the pediatric population. She has experience in School Nursing and Pre/Post OP. She was a Child Life Specialist before becoming an RN.

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    Child Life Specialists: Your Partner in Patient Care

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Pediatric

    If you have ever pondered what the woman with the bubbles is doing in room 5 or wondered why there is someone with your patient that is explaining their upcoming procedure, this is the article for...
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    Do Emotional Stressors Contribute to Abdominal Pain in the School Setting?

    ledzep97 posted a topic in School

    There isn't a day that goes by that I don't see a child that states that she has abdominal pain. As an elementary school nurse, this can pose quite the challenge at times. Students come from a...
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    Indiana Pre-licensure

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Western Governors University

    I was just wondering if there was anyone in the Indiana October 2014 pre-license cohort. I just got accepted and couldn't be more excited! All the
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    Indiana Pre-licensure

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Western Governors University

    Ndmiles, do you work in healthcare? What is your background? You can get your GPA for sure! I've heard great things about
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    Indiana Pre-licensure

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Western Governors University

    They accepted a lot of my pre-reqs from Purdue so I got lucky. However, I took Micro and chemistry at Ivy Tech a few years ago. My Teas score was my first attempt. I have to admit that I studied for...
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    Indiana Pre-licensure

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Western Governors University

    I have a B.S. in child development that I received in 2001. My prereq's were all A's and 2 B's. I got an 80 on the Teas. I've worked in healthcare for six years. Have you taken the Teas
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    Indiana Pre-licensure

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Western Governors University

    HI! My experience thus far has been great. My counselor/advisor has been wonderful. He is so supportive and answers all my questions quickly. We have 12 in our cohort. I start orientation September...
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    Indiana Pre-licensure

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Western Governors University

    Any classmates yet?
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    Phlebotomy Classes in Indianapolis

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Indiana Nursing

    Hi Everyone! I am a PCT in a hospital as I attend nursing school. We are expected to do blood draws and would like to take a class to strengthen my skills. I have contacted Ivy Tech but they don't...
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    Phlebotomy Classes in Indianapolis

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Haha, love
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    Phlebotomy Classes in Indianapolis

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Thank you so much for your advice! I will do that. PS, you probably rock at blood
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    CNA Classes

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Indiana Nursing

    Hello Everyone!! I am having a REALLY hard time finding CNA classes. I want to work as one before going into NS in the spring while I take prereq's. Are there any classes for free? If not, where do...
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    Secrets of the Teas Test

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Indiana Nursing

    Has anyone used this guide by Peter Morrison? I see it all the time on the internet but I don't know if it would be useful. You can also get flash cards too. I have to take the test and could use all...
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    Medtech, Indiana Buisness College

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Indiana Nursing

    Does anyone know anything about these colleges? I am looking around for various nursing programs. I would like to attend Ivy Tech but it seems really competitive!! I already have a B.S. in child...
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    Chem Spring 2008

    ledzep97 replied to kristi1111's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi everyone!! I have a major question for you and would really appreciate your advice.... I am just finishing up my chem class and our final is tomorrow (. Anyway our teacher has been displaying some...
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    CNA Classes

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    OH, I wish I was a nursing student! I am still taking pre-req's However, I will remember that when I finally get
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    CNA Classes

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Thank you! I will try those out
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    CNA Classes

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Do you know which LTC facilities do? Thanks
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    CNA Classes

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    :up:These are great suggestions!! I did try to sign up for Ivy Tech's CNA program but it's full She did say to try the registrar and maybe they know of an opening. I will try calling around and see...
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    Best places to work as a CNA in Indy?

    ledzep97 replied to Pie'nthesky's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Pie, Where are you getting certified? I am interested in becoming a CNA while in school. Thanks
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    Anatomy and physiology too old!!

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Indiana Nursing

    Hello!! I am hoping someone can help me with this... I want to apply to IUPUI for the fall but my anatomy and phsiology from Purdue are too old (I took them 8 years ago and they have a 7 year rule)....
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    Anatomy and physiology too old!!

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Yes!:yeah:I love you
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    ivy tech/ lawrence HELP :)

    ledzep97 replied to coltsgrl's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I am taking both micro and chem at the same time, at the school. I think chem would be better if the teacher knew how to teach. She is so smart that I don't think she knows how to teach it. I feel...
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    Anatomy and physiology too old!!

    ledzep97 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello!! I am hoping to apply for an accelerated BSN program at Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis in the fall. However, the school says my anatomy and physiology are too old (they have...
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    Anatomy and physiology too old!!

    ledzep97 replied to ledzep97's topic in Indiana Nursing

    OH, FYI, taking the DANTES/CLEP tests for IUPUI do hinder your GPA!! I asked someone today. Good thing I didn't take