SierraMoon

SierraMoon ADN, BSN, RN

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  1. Hessi Exam

    SierraMoon replied to JaimeC's topic in General Students

    I did well on mine so I am happy to pass along my HESI mojo to anyone who needs it

  2. Hessi Exam

    SierraMoon replied to JaimeC's topic in General Students

    No advice, only sympathy. I'm taking mine tomorrow in Med/Surg and Psych. I'm trying not to stress because it's not worth points but I would hate to tank

  3. New US citizen wanting to study nursing

    SierraMoon replied to amiee2401's topic in International Nursing

    Entry requirements vary by school and it's hard to tell what will transfer, especially if the classes are non-US. You really have to talk to an admissions counselor at each school you are...

  4. NLN-RN Pre-entrance exam...Did I get a good study guide??

    SierraMoon replied to affffraidofamericans's topic in General Students

    Sadly, no calculator. Practice without it and work on your speed. It's not fun but it's the only

  5. What's your school's cut-off for passing?

    SierraMoon replied to cobee's topic in General Students

    78% to pass. I think the highest I've seen is

  6. Haven't taken a class yet and I am starting to freak.....

    SierraMoon replied to Scrub2Nurse's topic in General Students

    We have to pass a dosage test 100% every semester, 5 attempts. I have a learning disability in math and I've managed so far. Believe me when I say that if I can, so can you. It's pretty basic

  7. Just registered for my FINAL semester!!

    SierraMoon replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in General Students

    I registered last week. I like checking my schedule just to see

  8. Where and when can I take the PAX-RN

    SierraMoon replied to royono's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Many schools allow you to take it at their assessment centers (self scheduled, test via computer, instant results) or it'll list places and dates if you register online. I took mine a couple of years...

  9. Question about a student reporting RN mistakes

    SierraMoon replied to dolphinbeauty09's topic in General Nursing

    FYI, the PCA could have assisted you with the armband and hat. Don't overlook them as a

  10. Anyone buy their own anatomy models?

    SierraMoon replied to pdxmomazon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Head down to Big Lots or similar and check out the Halloween decorations. I got a little 24" or so skeleton model with most of the major landmarks on it for less than $10 . I added some stuff with a...

  11. Stuck in a nightmare, Nursing student/Employee

    SierraMoon replied to Jvilla's topic in General Students

    A lot of places ban terminated employees from the grounds, as they're afraid of retaliation. Maybe try to have your termination changed to a resignation with a not eligible for rehire status. You'll...

  12. so we are one month into this. How is it going?

    SierraMoon replied to cjungen's topic in General Students

    I still look like that during

  13. Can someone help me figure out why I missed these questions?

    SierraMoon replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    My med-surg book says clotting used to be a major issue for chest tubes. Maybe that's the rationale there? Could be an older question or still an issue in your instructor's

  14. Medical Assistants to replace RN's?

    SierraMoon replied to blueyesue's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds more like physician assistant than a MA. I've never heard of a MA that can write

  15. Question about student nurses working at your facility

    SierraMoon replied to karenbear's topic in General Nursing

    We get everything but Pyxis access. The facility doesn't scan badges for meds, only the pts and drugs. We don't have to be co-signed by faculty for charting but we stick to PCA level for the most...

  16. Thinking about giving up...Depressed :(

    SierraMoon replied to nrice28's topic in General Students

    I love happy updates!

  17. Where can I work in the med field?

    SierraMoon replied to sk8inghunny's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You could try dietary or house keeping. It's not hands on patient care, but it is hospital. Some hospitals and nursing homes will pay to train

  18. Just Quit.... Need advice :/

    SierraMoon replied to BeJuled's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sadly, yes . I'd been doing pretty well but just couldn't get it in gear yesterday. Totally embarrassing but I should improve with practice and I've identified some areas to work

  19. Just Quit.... Need advice :/

    SierraMoon replied to BeJuled's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've started working in a hospital and it is HARD. I managed to look very silly today, did everything from vitals to butt wiping wrong and I am a 3rd semester RN student. Overwhelmed is barely...

  20. Do you have end of the semester competencies? How does your school handle them?

    SierraMoon replied to ohcomeon's topic in General Students

    We have to do all of our skills. Same deal otherwise, two tries then, the boot. Just passed mine this morning. It's crazy stressful,

  21. What actions can I take when abused by a clinical instructor and failed?

    SierraMoon replied to WantingtheBest's topic in General Nursing

    I believe she means she will be repeating the semester, and plans to earn an A instead of the B she had before failing clinicals. WantingtheBest, congrats on your new little girl

  22. Any Good Advice?

    SierraMoon replied to Stargate005's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I also think the LPN program sounds like your best idea. Good luck! I hope it works

  23. I fainted today in the ICU!

    SierraMoon replied to aismail3's topic in General Students

    It's all good, at least you didn't faint into a sterile field

  24. I got in!!!

    SierraMoon replied to sunshinesuperwoman's topic in General Students

    Congrats!

  25. How does it work in your school when you have to miss clinical?

    SierraMoon replied to knittingmonster's topic in General Students

    We have scheduled make up days at the end of the semester. I think we're allowed to make up two days, if needed. My program is very clear and fair about this,