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  1. Do you cover your books?

    Berta replied to Mudnuri's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I too covered all my books. I bought clear sticky/type covers at walmart. They worked great and you really couldn't tell they were covered. Plus, the covers remove fairly easy when I sold them

  2. Help Please--where are the best salaries?

    Berta replied to Meerkat's topic in First Year After Licensure

    New grad pay rate here in Massachusetts is $23/hr plus

  3. Cheapest place to find scrubs?

    Berta replied to studentnurse74's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    [oops, duplicate

  4. Cheapest place to find scrubs?

    Berta replied to studentnurse74's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have used a company called Jack l. Marcus http://www.jacklmarcus.com and have have great luck. I'm a plus size gal and find there prices to be far better than the local uniform shops. They have...

  5. Anyone attend Brockton Hosp Sch of Nur?

    Berta replied to Boston-RN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Have you applied to Massasoit?? I attend their nursing program and I love it. It's not that expensive. I'll be happy to answer any questions you have, feel free to PM me.

  6. working in MA as nursing student

    Berta replied to Boston-RN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi, I am a senior nursing student. I am working on the south shore as a nurses aid. The pay isn't too bad. I make a little over $11. I had no luck trying to find a job as an aid by myself. I applied...

  7. Boston - CNA salary

    Berta replied to Averykat's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I don't know what the pay scale is in the immediate Boston area. I am a nursing student getting a little over $11 plus diff working on the south

  8. Massasoit

    Berta replied to fotografe's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I am a senior at MCC. YIPEE...Yes it is difficult to get in. Last year, when I got accepted, the had something like 500 applicants and took 50. How did I get in? I am not really sure. I am a solid B...

  9. Any denver hospitals assist with interview expenses?

    Berta replied to nekhismom's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Wow, I have never heard of this. I assume they only reimburse you if you are accepting the job with them. What happens if you spend the money to fly out and don't accept the position? Are you out the...

  10. Any denver hospitals assist with interview expenses?

    Berta replied to nekhismom's topic in Colorado Nursing

    What kind of interviewing cost are you refering

  11. Mommies of pre-schoolers, need your advice

    Berta replied to WickedRedRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am in the same boat. My kids are 9 & 4. I cannot afford to pay a sitter so that I can study. I have come up with a few solutions....I hope they help you. I find that trying to study while my...

  12. How to tell the difference between diaper rash, heat rash, and yeast infection?

    Berta replied to Energizer Bunny's topic in Pediatric

    Here's what my daughters pedi suggested for a stubborn diaper rash.... a mixture of maalox and corn starch. Mix it well and spread it on like frosting, nice and thick. I truly thought he was bonkers,...

  13. Job alternatives to CNA- needed desperately??!!

    Berta replied to justkaren's topic in General Students

    I am a student too and work as a CNA at a hospital. One of the duties that I sometimes have to do is "sitting" with a patient. It is actually a position that the hospital hires people for and pays...

  14. What will YOU do with your first "real" paycheck!?

    Berta replied to DZcarrie's topic in General Students

    Ok...I'm gonna be honest...I'm gonna spend it all on ME, ME, ME. My next check I am going to make a huge donation to the public library that I have used as my study home. Also, thanks to them for...

  15. Tell me the truth about being a CNA

    Berta replied to justkaren's topic in General Students

    Wow!! It makes me so glad that I refused to do CNA work in a LTC. Having said that....I am an RN student, currently employed as a CNA at a large hospital. I am working on a med/surg floor and truly...

  16. HUGE DECISION-- honest opinions please!!!

    Berta replied to EmeraldNYL's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I agree...sooner in...sooner

  17. Study techniques, tips and tricks

    Berta replied to Nurse Jeni's topic in General Nursing

    Jeni, Here's what worked for me: Study a little each day. Dedicate a special time each day to study. Write it in your appointment book if you have to. I usually put in an hour at the library after...

  18. Should I work as an NA while in school?

    Berta replied to RN2B2009's topic in International Nursing

    There were really no qualifications required. I did have a good reference from my nursing instructor. Having said that, there were quite a few people in my orientation class that had no nursing...

  19. Should I work as an NA while in school?

    Berta replied to RN2B2009's topic in International Nursing

    I just finished my first year of nursing school and took a job as a nurses aid. I am learning so much. All the nurses on the floor know that I am a student and make an effort to teach and show me...

  20. Just checked my results

    Berta replied to happystudent's topic in First Year After Licensure

    :balloons: :balloons: :balloons: AWESOME!!!!! I am proud of you!!!!!

  21. I told myself not to post this, BUT...

    Berta replied to happystudent's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Good thoughts... Good thoughts Good big thoughts Good huge happy student is gonna pass thoughts..... I just know you passed!!!! Keep us posted,

  22. Does anyone ENJOY nursing school?

    Berta replied to JoniL&DRN's topic in General Students

    Do I enjoy nursing school? Yes and no. Some days, I truly loved it and others I didn't care for it. The days I didn't like were usually those that were double session. You know the ones... you sit in...

  23. What an Aid Hates

    Berta replied to AcosmicRN's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, it rarely has to do with the persons profession. It usually is just a lack of manners. Yes, I agree with Tweety, that sometimes our mind is at other places. However, there is no reason...

  24. Need advice about getting job

    Berta posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I am a 36 y/o nursing student. I have completed my first year along with 4 clinical rotations. I have been seeking a job as either a CNA, or student/nurse intern in a hospital. I am not picky, I just...

  25. Cna Duties

    Berta replied to Budgirl's topic in Florida Nursing

    I just finished my first year RN program and got hired at a local hospital as a CNA. I start June 7th. The pay rate is $11 hr plus differential. According to the job description, duties include:...