Sterren

Sterren BSN, RN

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  1. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    Sterren replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm scheduled to take the test in June and am very nervous. Glad to find fellow new grads waiting to test. This is so much worse than waiting to find out if I got into nursing school, I just hope I...

  2. How long after graduation for NCLEX?

    Sterren replied to Sterren's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks again for the continued feedback, I decided to schedule it for the last week of June. I think that will give me time to continue studying but not so much time that I start forgetting things or...

  3. HELP?? NEW grad, WHICH JOB SHOULD I CHOOSE>>>

    Sterren replied to clairebearrn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    What areas are you interested in? Have you applied for any jobs? I would go ahead and start applying for jobs, most of the people I graduated with had employment lined up prior to graduation. If you...

  4. why OB/Peds?

    Sterren replied to jackson145's topic in General Students

    I think it really probably boils down to making sure you get experience with many different types of patients. A laboring mom is a unique patient - you have two patients to care for, one of whom is...

  5. Ob and Peds

    Sterren replied to bsugar888's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Lots and lots of family-centered care. Especially in peds, you should expect that the parents will be there and they will expect you to share information, explanations, reassurance, teaching, and so...

  6. Burning Of The Uniforms.....

    Sterren replied to RheatherN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I gave mine away to a friend who is just starting the program I just finished. I don't think I'd burn them, although I have to admit it would be very

  7. Deciding betw 2 Job offers

    Sterren replied to Jvillega's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think I agree to just take the offer you've gotten, IF the two are truly equal and desirable to you. I do like the idea of going back to the 2nd hospital and explaining to them that Hospital 1 has...

  8. How long after graduation for NCLEX?

    Sterren replied to Sterren's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks, everyone! It seems like you are all saying the same thing - the sooner the better. I haven't received my ATT yet, but when I do I'll go ahead and sign up to take the test. I think it will...

  9. Seton Hall NS article re: students failing HESI

    Sterren replied to AtomicWoman's topic in General Students

    I don't think it's particularly fair for people to have to pass the HESI in order to graduate, but I do think it's a growing trend. I think ultimately the schools want to raise their NCLEX pass rates...

  10. Mid cirricular HESI test

    Sterren replied to suprmom's topic in General Students

    I didn't buy or use a HESI book, I used my NCLEX books. I also reviewed my notes from previous semesters, and I did all the chapter questions in my med-surg and pharmacology textbooks. Good

  11. BSN to practice ethical dilemma - where do you stand?

    Sterren replied to sowelu88's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I am in a BSN program, but thanks for that helpful suggestion. I spent 4 years getting my bachelors, and will graduate in May. One of my friends will have spent 5 years getting her ADN. Another is...

  12. BSN to practice ethical dilemma - where do you stand?

    Sterren replied to sowelu88's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I absolutely think nurses should need a BSN. I would love to see that become the entry-level degree. I think it would hugely increase the respect nurses command among medical peers and non-medical...

  13. Help with title for my group project

    Sterren replied to LaceyRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The awareness ribbon for autism has puzzle pieces on it. I would incorporate that, I think - putting together the puzzle of autism, for

  14. When's the best time to apply?

    Sterren replied to mzjones6's topic in First Year After Licensure

    We graduate in May and most of the students in my class started applying in early March. I'd start turning in applications now, if you graduate in

  15. job before NCLEX

    Sterren replied to starlight10's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm going to be working as a GN for a short period until I take the NCLEX. Not thrilled about having to work AND study but I don't feel ready to take the NCLEX right

  16. Things you would love to say to your fellow nursing students!

    Sterren replied to Faeriewand's topic in General Students

    You are so much better and smarter than you think you are. There is a reason you got

  17. Best Shoes

    Sterren replied to Serlait's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I had heard great things about Danskos, but didn't like them when I tried them on. I swear by Crocs. They are ugly as can be, but so comfortable. I see tons of other nurses wearing them also. I...

  18. clinicals while pregnant - safe?

    Sterren replied to hoopskirthippie's topic in General Students

    I would be more concerned about the lack of sleep and stress than about exposure to microbes and viruses, honestly. We very, very seriously thought about having a baby while I was in nursing school,...

  19. Motivation please!!!

    Sterren replied to >--stethoscope--o's topic in General Students

    Gaining experience will probably help a lot, and I agree that procedures are probably a fantastic use of your time as a student even if they aren't as fulfilling as you want. Also, I really, truly...