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  1. Adult ICU nurse really wanting NICU

    KT17 replied to RoseRyan's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I don't know about other hospitals, but my unit doesn't really hire ADNs any more. You may want to invest the time and money into doing a bridge program for your BSN. Is tuition assistance offered...

  2. Resuscitation equipment

    KT17 replied to menemsha's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Our delivery team uses a hanging travel toiletry bag like you suggested...but I'm guessing they're kind of old and I have no idea what brand they are. They fold up pretty small (in thirds I think)...

  3. chinstraps on ncpap

    KT17 replied to wensday's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We string a few poseys together (the pulse ox covers) and wrap them around the head, but only if the kiddo seems to need

  4. New NICU nurse in training. Excited, yet overwhelmed!

    KT17 replied to elliern88's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'm not an experienced nurse by any means...but I just finished a new grad orientation in the NICU in November and I can tell you that's exactly how I felt, and still feel sometimes. I'll let others...

  5. Kindle edition of NCLEX Q&A book?

    KT17 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm wondering if anyone has used the kindle version of an NCLEX Q&A book. I just bought a Kindle and will be taking the NCLEX in January. I plan on buying a hard copy of a review book, but I...

  6. Thoughts on improving caring

    KT17 replied to mstev001's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure this will be helpful, but my first thought was that you could turn it around and talk about how important it is to take care of ourselves so that we can then care for others. You could...

  7. Did any of you NOT take a NCLEX prep course??

    KT17 replied to Zookeeper44's topic in General Nursing

    I did not take a review course (I hate the idea of paying extra money to pass a test on something I went to school for!). I took the ATI comprehensive predictor four days before I took the NCLEX and...

  8. Sharp Summer 2011 New Grad Program

    KT17 replied to gettingcloser's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi Everyone, I just wanted to drop a note for some of those that are getting discouraged. At Sharp the process is very much driven by the hiring managers of the individual units. Each unit will have...

  9. Looking for a resource on natural childbirth...

    KT17 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    I was hoping some of you L&D nurses and CNMs might be able to help me out. My cousin (who is not a medical professional) recently found out that she is pregnant and would very much like to have a...

  10. University of Oklahoma-Accelerated BSN Program

    KT17 replied to nicole15's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just finished OU's San Diego program and I haven't heard anything about a cohort in LV. I just googled it and it looks like they have a campus in LV on an air force base and they only offer certain...

  11. Sharp New Grad Residency Winter 2010/2011

    KT17 replied to twentysomething's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi everyone :) I applied to Grossmont NICU and PCU...has anyone heard anything from these units? I'm getting more concerned every day that I don't hear

  12. Kindle edition of NCLEX Q&A book?

    KT17 replied to KT17's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks guys! I found one or two that I was interested in, but I was kind of worried about the formatting. I've heard that sometimes textbooks aren't good to read on a kindle because the formatting...

  13. so I blush really bad...

    KT17 replied to MissDandelion's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry, I also don't really have any advice but I can sympathize. I'm fair skinned and blush bright red at the drop of a hat, usually when there is any kind of attention focused on me and...

  14. Accerlated BSN and sleep?

    KT17 replied to Rmedin19's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in an accelerated program right now and generally the only time I don't get 8 hours of sleep is the night before an exam (because I study best under pressure so it's my own fault) and the night...

  15. Should I do my internship in the NICU?

    KT17 replied to *TK8's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'm glad you asked this question because I was wondering the same thing! I've been debating whether or not to ask for an SICU or a NICU placement (although nothing's guaranteed). My concern isn't...

  16. Is it hard to find jobs for someone who went through Entry Level Masters Program?

    KT17 replied to live.love.laugh's topic in California Nursing

    One of my thoughts when deciding between an accelerated bachelor's and an entry level masters was that the hospitals in my area pay a differential for nurses with a masters degree...so if someone is...

  17. Has Anyone Completed a Nursing Program Online???

    KT17 replied to nique281's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm in the University of Oklahoma satellite program in San Diego...however they are pulling out and San Diego State is taking over as of this

  18. Has Anyone Completed a Nursing Program Online???

    KT17 replied to nique281's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'm in an online accelerated BSN program right now, and while it's definitely a lot of work there are several moms and dads in the program that are doing just fine. I believe they all have good...

  19. How can I get financial aid for an RN when I already have a Bachelors degree?

    KT17 replied to skl3783's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You will be eligible for federal loans but not public grants. You can search for scholarships that don't exclude second degree students, and you may receive financial aid from your school. There's...

  20. 2nd bachelor's degree accelerated nursing

    KT17 replied to dlammons7076's topic in General Nursing

    Just to add a little bit of clarification...you are eligible for federal loans (up to a certain amount per semester), but not grants. I haven't had a ton of luck with scholarships, but you may be...

  21. Kaplan or National University

    KT17 replied to N02ADN's topic in California Nursing

    I don't have any experience with either school, but it's my understanding that Kaplan is not an accredited program. This may be a problem if you ever want or need to work outside of California or if...

  22. Accelerated Nursing Programs

    KT17 replied to Living4Peace's topic in General Nursing

    I'm currently in the second semester of an ABSN program, and I agree with one of the other posters that it's not necessarily the quantity of material that you have to learn, its the amount of busy...

  23. Accelerated BSN without completing all PRE-REQs?

    KT17 replied to *PaintedSky*'s topic in General Students

    I looked into Azusa Pacific's accelerated program in San Diego almost a year ago and at the time they weren't requiring that all prereqs be completed before applying. I don't know if they've changed...

  24. RN online? To go or not to go....

    KT17 replied to Miss_Piggy.RN's topic in General Students

    I also think that this is a decision the two of you need to make together. I will say that I am taking pathophysiology and pharmacology online as part of my BSN program and it's tough to teach this...

  25. What can I do for healthcare employment while I wait for nursing school?

    KT17 replied to arigsbee's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that CNA training would be the most beneficial but I began working as a registration clerk in the ER before nursing school and it has definitely benefited me. I came from a corporate...