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    which littman for the ER?

    Flames9_RN replied to kadell's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I was all set to purchase the master cardiologist, but then I recalled 1 of my nursing prof recommend the littmann card III. She stated the master card is a great stethoscope,but many use the...
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    medisave.net?

    Flames9_RN replied to mcubed45's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I currently have the Littman Classic II SE, its a fine stethoscope. I just figure has a grad present to myself, would like an
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    ?'s about NVCC

    Flames9_RN replied to Mom2Cassidy's topic in Virginia Nursing

    It was multiple guess when I did it online a few yrs back! Thats the easiest of easiest courses you wil find,lol One could complete that course in a few weeks. But make sure you understand the...
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    medisave.net?

    Flames9_RN replied to mcubed45's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Yes, I plan on ordering from them in a few days and taking advantage of that 5% off coupon. I was thinking of getting the ALL black Littmann master Cardiologist stethoscope. I'm just curious if the...
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    teas test at NVCC

    Flames9_RN replied to tcs26's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I didnt take their math class either. If you dedicated, just use their recommended book to study. As well they offer free math tutors down on the 1st floor. Ensure you know hot to convert mg to g,...
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    teas test at NVCC

    Flames9_RN replied to tcs26's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm not sure if they flat out tell you at orientation how many people got into the program--that was way back in June 2007,lol But I'm sure if you ask the 1st yr secretary or dean, they will tell...
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    teas test at NVCC

    Flames9_RN replied to tcs26's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I just completed the program at NVCC. I assume(bad to do,lol) that the deadline to apply is drawing to an end, and you don't have enough time to do the rewrite?? What is it? one has to wait 30 days...
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    Looking to Relocate -- What is the Virginia nursing market like right now

    Flames9_RN replied to beat2beat's topic in Virginia Nursing

    The hiring is slow that is for sure, but I know a fair # of ADN students getting jobs (yes even with INOVA). But its not like in yrs past where everyone has gotten multiple offers. I know plenty that...
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    Need to take the Computer test at NVCC..Scared!!

    Flames9_RN replied to Nurse_want_to_be's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Completed the computer prof exam a few yrs back, so it has prob changed, but it was fairly basic, and some where on the NVCC web page it states what they test on. KNOW WHAT the info on that page. Just...
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    Which is best province among the four?

    Flames9_RN replied to nursemich's topic in Canada

    Ok, I am from Prince Albert Saskatchewan, but now a RN student in the USA (graduate in 10 days!, he haww!) Not all of Saskatchewan is TREELESS ,lol Northern Saskatchewan has many trees and lakes. And...
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    Looking to go to school in Virginia - Already have a weak GPA B.S. -Need help!!!

    Flames9_RN replied to listentofindout's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Not to confuse the op, Nova and NVCC are the same
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    Looking to go to school in Virginia - Already have a weak GPA B.S. -Need help!!!

    Flames9_RN replied to listentofindout's topic in Virginia Nursing

    NVCC has an ADN program. 15 days and I will have completed it,lol Located in Springfield VA. Not that far out of DC
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    NVCC-HLT 250-Textbook

    Flames9_RN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I recall very little from that course,lol All 3 profs mentioned are
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    NVCC nursing program orientation

    Flames9_RN replied to steenerz's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Hi. Will write the NCLEX as early as possible, end June to early July time frame. From my understanding late June is usually the earliest 1 has the chance to write it, but early to Mid July is more...
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    Career Change - Nursing school

    Flames9_RN replied to Zeinita's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm in my last few days at NVCC Nursing program. I think it is fine, and having talked to recruiters, they say NVCC is a great program. With regards to NCLEX, last yr GMU at a 89.8% pass rate, while...
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    NVCC nursing program orientation

    Flames9_RN replied to steenerz's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Every situation is different, so your best bet would be to contact the school and see what they have to
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    NVCC-HLT 250-Textbook

    Flames9_RN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm sure it is!! Just like how some Dr push certain medications!! I think I relied a fair bit on the study guide, but I did this back in late 2006 early 2007
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    NVCC-HLT 250-Textbook

    Flames9_RN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I primarily used Parmacology for health professionals by Sally Roach AND the Study guide for that same book ISBN 0781753325 I did mine online a few yrs back, so I imagine it has changed now. Be...
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    Nova Bio 141-142,Chem,Teachers and advice

    Flames9_RN replied to NParker's topic in Virginia Nursing

    It is a very good idea to check that place on Blackboard (VCCS SIS89: Student information--under STUDENT CENTER) to see if ya have ANY holds on your account, it should say No holds!! I wasn't...
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    NOVA-Medical campus?

    Flames9_RN replied to mscgirl09's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Yep, like Krenee stated, get as many of the little classes out of the way if possible. Will help make it a bit less stressful. I had finished all of them prior to course commencement, and have found...
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    Need your help - trying to change school policy

    Flames9_RN replied to CrystalShip's topic in General Students

    Guess it depends where u live, but here in the DC area, they have really cut back on the hiring of new RN graduates. at NVCC, our minimum pass is 78%, with a drug dosage exam each semester which...
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    NVCC-NUR Enrollment question

    Flames9_RN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    If you know an online student and they are nice enough, you can get their log in info and watch at ur leisure as well. I must say I have been fairly disappointed with the online voice quality on some...
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    NVCC-NUR Enrollment question

    Flames9_RN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    As i recall, when i got accepted, they sent out a letter, saying I was accepted, and in that same letter it gave me a few options, such as the traditional program, or doing the accelerated program, or...
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    NVCC-NUR Enrollment question

    Flames9_RN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    if you ask now (which I would) they will probably say certain things are not confirmed, but to cal back
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    NVCC-NUR Enrollment question

    Flames9_RN replied to Cilantrophobe's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I don't know if it still is, as the program keeps