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  1. I'm totally screwed!!

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks everyone for helping me lift my spirits. I truly appreciate it. :heartbeat What I plan to do is try to apply to each RN and BSN program here in NY. And hopefully I will get accepted to Fall...

  2. I need the links

    starbucksnurse posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    :banghead:I'm looking for the link to purchase the RUE study guides online. I understand that you can find them on ebay and half.com but when I searched for it, nothing came up. Also, I have tried...

  3. I'm totally screwed!!

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Wow, didn't realize so much has changed in 1 year. Thanks for the info. Like I was telling Lunah, maybe this EC track is not for me. I really don't know. At this point, I'm weighing ALL options....

  4. I'm totally screwed!!

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    You're right Lunah. I guess I just had to have someone else help me see it for what it was worth. Maybe EC is not for me?? Hmmmm.....I guess I need to really rethink my RN track. I really want my...

  5. I'm totally screwed!!

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    BetterMe, I am so ready to fly this coupe....all this stress, hoops and hurdles you have to overcome. It was never this hard when I lived down south. I mean...I didn't have to cut off my leg just to...

  6. I'm totally screwed!!

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Well congrats to you. I wish you all the best. I should be finished but I really didn't have the money to pay for anything. I was barely making my necessities with 2 kids. Had to take my little...

  7. I'm totally screwed!!

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Unfortunately none.:imbar So I guess it doesn't really matter

  8. Need a new start!! Thinking of relocationg

    starbucksnurse posted a topic in Virginia Nursing

    I am really thinking about moving OUT OF NY to either VA or TX. I've lived in the Newport News area and loved the quiet, serene country like life. But I was thinking of VaBeach. I'm not a RN yet,...

  9. Sentara's new BSN program

    starbucksnurse replied to hoping2nurse's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Hey everyone, I was just reading about Sentara's BSN program and had a few questions... I'm from out of state contemplating a move to VA. I have all my classes except A&PI and II, and ENG II....

  10. CPNE this weekend in UTICA

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

    Good Luck NC

  11. Had it with Ga and EC both! Not worth my health!

    starbucksnurse replied to Lorie P.'s topic in Online Distance Learning

    Wow!! I'm sorry to hear about what's going on in GA. I used to live there and was planning on returning once I became a RN. But since they are no longer acceptiong EC, I might as well relocate to...

  12. Finally have a Date!!!!!

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

    Congrats! Another EC grad is about to crossover into the RN world. Go Get Em. Good

  13. I've been gone for a while and have a quick question about books

    starbucksnurse posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    As some may already know, I was in a car accident (damn all drunk drivers) and was laid up for a while. I've already lost 3 months and need to get a move on with my RN studies, since I'll be out of...

  14. I've been gone for a while and have a quick question about books

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks Sue for the info, and good luck with

  15. interested in/worried about EXCELSIOR

    starbucksnurse posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi everyone, I just joined this board because of all the love and knowledge shared here. It's wonderful to see fellow nurses really getting along. MY problem: I am a frustrated LPN trying to move...

  16. US Nurses Wishing to Work Overseas

    starbucksnurse replied to suzanne4's topic in Nurse Registration

    I would like to work in Mexico...maybe during the Summer months (June to Aug/Sept). Is that possible for a US LPN and/or

  17. From NY to TX

    starbucksnurse posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    What are the pros and cons of living in TX? Personally, I'm tired of the city life, high cost of living and quality of living. Also, please take into consideration that I'm a single mom of a young...

  18. Regardless of cost- which is the 'fastest' RN school program? (ATL area)

    starbucksnurse replied to dreamon's topic in Georgia Nursing

    ITA with Melby...when I lived in GA, that's what I did in order to survive. Another major issue is childcare. Once you have that in place, you'll be able to see your way

  19. Lunah Passed In Mansfield 6/13-15

    starbucksnurse replied to LEN-RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations Lunah....I've been gone for a while but I knew you would pass. OH and HAPPY

  20. New agency nurse, please help!!

    starbucksnurse replied to megan0321's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    IMO...I feel there is nothing wrong with being an agency nurse as your first initial job. My first LPN job was working with an agency. Although I've had some CNA experience, it depends on the agency...

  21. Pros and Cons on Agency vs Permanent position

    starbucksnurse posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi everyone, I was just wondering how LPN's feel about just working through Agencies versus a permanent position. Right now, I'm having mixed feelings. I have a perm position but I hate that I...

  22. Pros and Cons on Agency vs Permanent position

    starbucksnurse replied to starbucksnurse's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well I thought so too, but I guess since I worked as a CNA in a hospital they used that as my experience. I love agency work. I have gained so much experience. Once I become a RN, I'm going to take...

  23. Med admin formulas

    starbucksnurse posted a topic in Patient Medications

    hi everyone, just a quick question on formulas. i just want to know if d x q is the correct medication formula. h also, the more zeros in front of the number...

  24. Failed LPN Calculation Test

    starbucksnurse replied to kkl4908's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi KKL, Do you belong to a study group? Maybe you and others in your class can help each other. I had a problem....more like a fear of med calc. I was very determined and did extra homework...

  25. Travel nursing opportunities???????

    starbucksnurse replied to mewmeow's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Usually, agencies hire only RN for their traveling assignment. I don't agree with that, and maybe someone else can chime in and explain why LPN's are not hired for travel