scanda123

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1. Nomination for America's Best Nurse- American Healthcare Council

   scanda123 posted a topic in General Nursing

   So I received an email from the American Healthcare Council that I was nominated and selected to be listed in the 2017 awards program for top 100 of America's Best Nurses. Does this sound legit? Has...

2. Interesting Seizure

   scanda123 replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

   I've actually seen this several times with increases in Haldol. The exact reason was unknown, but would always go away with a reduction in Haldol. I would believe your patient! These meds can do so...

3. Inver Hills Nursing Program

   scanda123 replied to mangosoccer11's topic in General Nursing

   Hi, I graduated from Century College, which used to be the sister school of Inver. My best advice to you is to wait to buy books until first day of class, buy a really good stethoscope (think...

4. How many months did you study to pass the NCLEX?

   scanda123 replied to nursetobe1a86's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   I took the Kaplan review course 3 days after graduation. The course was one week long. Then, I followed the Kaplan 2 week study plan, and took my Nclex at the end of it. So, I took the NCLEX 3 weeks...

5. Homecare RN needs relief!!!!!

   scanda123 replied to Sunbird21's topic in Private Duty

   I started private duty nursing as a new grad in June. Why not contact the nursing department of local community colleges. They could maybe post the information and new grads might come work for you....

6. Any June NCLEX Test Takers Out There?

   scanda123 replied to Missy BSN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   I'm taking my NCLEX June 7th. So nervous! I took the Kaplan classroom. Hope I

7. Inver Hills/ Century College hopeful

   scanda123 replied to Sweet_Li's topic in General Nursing

   I wanted to chime it. I graduate from Century this May. The first time I applied I was given a wait list number of 78, and I did not get in that year. It might be a little different with the schools...

8. Waiting to hear from Inver Hills on acceptance

   scanda123 replied to kirchnerfamily's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks! I am excited. I got my letter yesterday (Wednesday April 2nd). Good luck with

9. Waiting to hear from Inver Hills on acceptance

   scanda123 replied to kirchnerfamily's topic in General Nursing

   Did you get your letters yet? I got into Century's RN :yeah:program, and I start this fall. I hope things went well for

10. Waiting to hear from Inver Hills on acceptance

    scanda123 replied to kirchnerfamily's topic in General Nursing

    Well it kind of depends.... you get extra points on your application if you have A's or B's in those classes. Last year I applied and I only had biology 1020, chemistry and medical dosages,...

11. Waiting to hear from Inver Hills on acceptance

    scanda123 replied to kirchnerfamily's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I am not at Inver Hills, but I am at their sister school, Century. I am waiting to see if I get in. I have the experience...but its a couple years old. I have decent grades...but am worried...

12. Taking the plunge, I mean inching into the kiddie pool

    scanda123 replied to Syntax error's topic in General Nursing

    Have you ever considered just doing the test out option to become a CNA? There is an option, that you can study and practice on your own, and take the CNA test on your own. You still have to pay to...

13. Question about Minnesota schools

    scanda123 replied to coffeedream's topic in General Nursing

    I am a student at Century, so I applied to Century, NHCC, MCTC and Saint Paul College. You can apply to as many programs as you like. My school encourages you to apply to others considering their...

14. Now the Wait begins

    scanda123 replied to AKFLIGHTRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am with you! I am a student at Century College, and am waiting. However, I am applying to others schools including NHCC, MCTC and Saint Paul College....but I know most schools give preference to...

15. Any Books Recommended for bio A & P for self study before I take the course?

    scanda123 replied to dsidney's topic in General Nursing

    there is a book called: getting ready for a & p. see website....i have a copy, if you want contact me, i would be happy to give it to you, free of charge. otherwise, you can get it on ebay for...