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  1. When you are in NS do you do anything during the summer?

    gillytook replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Students

    We had summers off. But they gave us our study guides and reading assignments. Also the lab was open once a month for us to keep our skills fresh. They were STRONGLY

  2. i need some help with math!

    gillytook replied to mRpeNa's topic in General Students

    Does your school offer a class on Math for Nurses? Our does and it is a great help. If not, talk to your instructors. Many are more than willing to help you learn it and walk you through the problems...

  3. Any positive thoughts on nursing school?

    gillytook replied to denise0815's topic in General Students

    I just got pinned two days ago. I can tell you that going to nursing school was the best decision I ever made. To see the look of pride on my son's face was worth every sleepless night, every...

  4. The ugly side of Nursing

    gillytook replied to HumorHeals22's topic in General Students

    I learn a trick after having to deal with a strong smelling skin condition. Holding my breath wasn't helping because every time I walked out of the room, the smell was still in my nostrils. Try...

  5. The ugly side of Nursing

    gillytook replied to HumorHeals22's topic in General Students

    Yes you have to deal with vomit and feces. It is not all the time. And yes you do get somewhat use to it. You also learn tricks to deal with the odors. There are some that no matter what you do, they...

  6. Starting Pre-Reqs... Scared to Death!

    gillytook replied to kjwarren's topic in General Students

    Everyone complains at sometime or another and this is a forum that lends itself to venting. Nursing is a calling. You either love it or it becomes too much. Ask any of those who say run now if they...

  7. please help!

    gillytook replied to Bellakaye's topic in General Students

    Centers for Disease Control http://www.cdc.gov/ Medline Plus from the National Institiues for Health http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/medlineplus.html PubMed from the National Library of Medicine...

  8. most difficult part of nursing school?

    gillytook replied to bmr7's topic in General Students

    I think the worst part for me was performing a skill in front of someone while they were evaluating me. But the high points.... Having a patient say that you gave the best care they have ever had....

  9. I Did it!!! I'm done with school!!

    gillytook replied to prudence09's topic in General Students

    Congratulations!!!:balloons: Doesn't it feel great. Just think, you will never again have to walk into a patient's room and say "Hi I'm ___ and I'll be your student nurse today." Good luck as you...

  10. Help!! - I need advice

    gillytook replied to ccjus123's topic in General Students

    Pre-reqs are not the only consideration you should be looking at in deciding which school to go to. Our local private college charges 6x as much and they are not even accredited. That means that if...

  11. Are NCLEX passing rates misleading??

    gillytook replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Students

    Let's crunch a few numbers. If you look at a school with a 90% pass rate and a 30% retention rate, only 27% of those starting the program become RNs. A school with a 75% pass rate and 60% retention,...

  12. It's finally here.

    gillytook posted a topic in General Students

    Tomorrow is my last final exam of nursing school. I get pinned Wednesday and graduate on Saturday. It is almost surreal. Thank you everyone for your support and sharing. It really helped to know that...

  13. essay help

    gillytook replied to student_nurse1986's topic in General Students

    Start by assessing. Talk to the patient, review the chart, talk to his nurses and therapists. Then research his condition. Treat it just as if you were preparing a care

  14. Tough Clinical Instructor

    gillytook replied to backhill360's topic in General Students

    My instructor this semester is ex-military and has a reputation for being incredibly strict. I have had a great semester with her. Once as she was sure I had the skill down, she gave me the freedom to...

  15. Best Way to Supplement Income While in School

    gillytook replied to fadedstars34's topic in General Students

    I worked as a per diem nursing assistant at the local hospital. I did 24 hours a week when I could. They were flexible with my schedule. Once as the nurses knew I was a student, they gave me many...

  16. Att Nursing students: What do you do with your books?

    gillytook replied to JeanettePNP's topic in General Students

    To make it easier to cart those heavy texts, we went to Kinkos and had the covers cut off and holes put in. Then I just carried the chapters I needed in the same notebook with my notes. That way I...

  17. Looking for tips on studying....Help please!

    gillytook replied to midnight*sky's topic in General Students

    A few that helped me in addition to all the wonderful suggetsions here: Do NCLEX style questions with rational related to the topic you are studying. It will help you narrow down those areas that you...

  18. Getting to know other members here

    gillytook replied to AHinch1988's topic in General Students

    I took a 1st responder course for my son's Boy Scout troop to be able to do high adventure. The local council needed health officers for various events and asked me to join the team. I found that I...

  19. Might have to quit my job! Need advice

    gillytook replied to Lefty Lou's topic in General Students

    I see a couple of options. First, have you thought of night classes. That is what I had to do to get my pre-reqs. Second, take this up with HR or your boss' supervisor to mediate. I hope it works out...

  20. How Does One Become a "Tech"?

    gillytook replied to PacoUSA's topic in General Students

    At our local hospitals, they will hire you after your first semester of a nursing program with clinicals. One of the student nurse allowing you to increase your responsibilities as you get signed off...

  21. School Advisor says I shouldn't work???

    gillytook replied to CLJ1988's topic in General Students

    Certain jobs such as CNA or student nurse at a local hospital could actually reinforce what you are learning. Also some hospitals will hire you per diem so you can adjust you work hours based on...

  22. Am I cut out for this??

    gillytook replied to Britt711's topic in General Students

    This is coming from a nursing student getting ready to graduate in 3 months. I felt the same way you did my first semester. All I did was study, sleep and work. It did get easier however. As I started...

  23. I am loving this!

    gillytook replied to SiennaGreen's topic in General Students

    Ah, the joy of a new nursing student. Good

  24. Maintaining balance...

    gillytook replied to studentnurse2012's topic in General Students

    sh1901 is right. Use NCLEX and textbook reviews to test your knowledge. Then study what you are still not grasping. Going over and over only wastes your time, increases your anxiety and causes you to...

  25. level 1 nursing class

    gillytook replied to poppy27's topic in General Students

    Unfortunately in my program the semester is one class worth 10-11 credits. You get a letter grade for lecture and pass/fail for clinicals and lab. Flunk any you flunk