SNIXRN

SNIXRN

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  1. An RN with a Bachelors in Biology instead of BSN?

    SNIXRN replied to Skylarslaughter's topic in General Nursing

    i've seen a lot of nurses who actually start out with a bachelors in another subject (a lot of bio or psych), decide they want to be a nurse, get their adn, then go back and get their

  2. Mayo New Grad program

    SNIXRN replied to Chechy's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Hey compassionatecare, I will PM you!

  3. Should I apply as a nurse even though I've yet to be licensed?

    SNIXRN replied to mmm cdiff's topic in General Nursing

    YES! I applied for my job 3 months before I graduated. So yes!! Apply even though you haven't graduated!! Good luck

  4. New grad needs help deciding which job to take L&D or Dialysis Clinic

    SNIXRN replied to mommo5's topic in General Nursing

    Go for your dream

  5. Why do so many nurses from the Philippines come to Canada/USA?

    SNIXRN replied to lilaclover's topic in Philippines

    Hey, I dont think she meant it at all in a negative way, and it doesn't matter why people are coming over to the US or Canada - she is just curious. I guess I have asked myself the same question. Are...

  6. It's official I give up can't find a job anywhere

    SNIXRN replied to mb1949's topic in General Nursing

    Keep your head up! Have you tried actually going in and talking to the nursing supervisors or

  7. It finally happened!!

    SNIXRN replied to Itsme13's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats! Good luck to you

  8. Mayo New Grad program

    SNIXRN replied to Chechy's topic in Arizona Nursing

    hi all! congrats to everyone who got interviews. i graduated with an associates and was offered a position at mayo in january :) it is an amazing hospital and i am so glad to be working there. just to...

  9. Ortho Nursing

    SNIXRN replied to Nurse Niki's topic in General Nursing

    Hey, I am a new grad working on an ortho floor and I love it. My day consists of CMS checks, vitals, administering pain meds and depending on the surgery, getting the patient to dangle their legs or...

  10. future nurse needs advice

    SNIXRN replied to brkinney's topic in Arizona Nursing

    There are new grads out there, just get your foot in the door now! I got my dream job right out of school, but I volunteered for 2 years at the hospital I wanted to work at.

  11. New Grad program at Mayo

    SNIXRN replied to Im a Pepper's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Hey! I am in their new grad program and I love it. I highly recommend volunteering or being active in the community. Nursing is about helping others, and actions definitely speak louder than words....

  12. Pearson Vue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 2

    SNIXRN replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    took the test 1/26/2011. checked it once i got home (30 mins later) and got the good pop up - then this morning i found out i passed on the bon website :)

  13. New Grad program at Mayo

    SNIXRN replied to Im a Pepper's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Hey "Im a pepper" They will post the position sometime in February and they only post it for 3 days. Make sure you follow instructions on the posting

  14. I need a job, license is on probation.

    SNIXRN replied to SoberRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Just wanted to say congrats on your sobriety :) Good luck to you on finding a

  15. GCC Weekend Program

    SNIXRN replied to AZCodeBlue's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Hey Crystal. I'm in Block 4 in Glendale's Weekend Program and I live in Scottsdale. It's about a 30-40 minute drive depending on traffic. My class has people all over the valley... Gilbert, Goodyear,...

  16. GCC weekend program!!!

    SNIXRN replied to razmataz26's topic in Arizona Nursing

    hey yvonne, traditional and weekend have the same curriculum but the weekend program seems a little less stressful. i really like that they tell us everything we need to know on the weekend, and the...

  17. GCC weekend program!!!

    SNIXRN replied to razmataz26's topic in Arizona Nursing

    yvonne, let me start off by saying that nursing school is hard - but you can do it! there is a lot of reading, a lot of studying, a ton of coffee, and possibly a few all-nighters. nursing school...

  18. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    SNIXRN replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Awww -

  19. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    SNIXRN replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hey all, really quick, what exactly is

  20. HESI Exit Exam

    SNIXRN replied to mackenziec85's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Hey - I am in block 3 so I've already taken the HESI 3 times... I know by now you have already taken it but my advice - buy the HESI BOOK!!! It will test you on stuff you haven't learned yet and...

  21. GCC Weekend Program

    SNIXRN replied to AZCodeBlue's topic in Arizona Nursing

    i guess i will pick up where "fromthesea" left off... block 3 is set up a little differently - but i think for the best :) the first half of the semester is strictly lecture (med/surg, ob and...

  22. What can I delegate?

    SNIXRN posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hey All! Does anyone know where I can find what OB nurses can delegate to PCT/CNAs? I've tried looking on my state board of nursing and in my book but I can't find specifics. What do you guys...

  23. pancreatitis and demerol

    SNIXRN replied to ORNurseAngie's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Hey guys... I know this posting is old but I am in my 3rd block of nursing school and we were taught that demerol is the drug of choice because morphine causes the sphincter of oddi to spasm thus...

  24. Maricopa skills or Southwest skills center??

    SNIXRN replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Read this book: How to Survive and Maybe Even Love Nursing School Also, my advice is make sure you study at least everyday once you're in the program. Even if it's just 30 mins... otherwise, you can...

  25. Maricopa skills or Southwest skills center??

    SNIXRN replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    i don't mean to be disrespectful but you need to get over the fact that you "have not had good experiences sitting in classes with 18-19 year olds." - as a nurse you need to learn how to not be...