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  1. Job interview while pregnant

    afox replied to MommyandRN's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with PageantNurse- As a NM (which i'm not, but I've been in the business field for the past 5 years) I wouldn't hire you IF there were other qualified applicants because truthfully it takes...

  2. I Want To Quit

    afox replied to citylights89's topic in General Students

    Good luck with the rest of the year. I hope you start to gain more confidence. Remember there are TONS of different jobs in the nursing field, and you can always get your Masters in something other...

  3. Hate being a CNA; will I hate nursing?

    afox replied to queenjulie's topic in General Students

    I hated working as a CNA also. I'm not saying that there arent some awesome CNA's who bust there butts. But I think working conditions suck in a lot of places, and there are also some questionable...

  4. uh oh- the drama begins.....

    afox replied to LunaFae's topic in General Students

    I think there is drama everywhere you go, especially somewhere like nursing school with all the different personalities and the close proximity you have to be in for many hours. and most especially...

  5. For Fun - Things You Want to Buy Once You're a Nurse

    afox replied to Multicollinearity's topic in General Students

    I like this post! Within 5 years of graduating i'd like a Mercedes. But in reality, ill probably be responsible and get a more affordable and economical car since my 03 vibe will have about 170K...

  6. HELP!

    afox replied to QuietCutie's topic in General Students

    I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. Do you already have federal student loans that dont go off of your credit? I think that for for independent students you can take up to 12K out per...

  7. I need heeeeelllllpppppp!!!!

    afox replied to proudpops's topic in General Students

    Would it be possible to find a job in a hospital as a CNA? that may give you more experience working along side nurses and I'm sure it would be good to have them as coworkers while you are in nursing...

  8. just starting toward nursing a few desperate questions.

    afox replied to airforcewife2000's topic in General Students

    I'm not quite sure how your school runs, so i'd definitely get in and talk to a counselor and let them know what your concerns are, and also find out about any help they offer to people with...

  9. Is there anyone who thinks school is not that bad?

    afox replied to 2bnurseTV's topic in General Students

    I cannot tell you all how refreshing this post & its replies have been! Its good to see something reassuring or positive about nursing school for once! I dont start nursing school until August,...

  10. Dosage Calculations HELP!

    afox replied to ohmylove's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for posting that website- I just looked over it, and it contains a lot of helpful information and reminders!

  11. So discouraged....

    afox replied to asimps13's topic in General Students

    I just want to say congratulations on your pregnancy even though it might not feel so exciting right now with all your school and ex boyfriend stress. Also, congrats on making it this far in your...

  12. Anyone working as CNA Home Health Aide?

    afox replied to e71x's topic in General Nursing

    I do in home care for an elderly lady and I clean, cook, etc along with the ROM, Bathing, Dressing, Etc... I also will go with her husband to doctors appointments (he drives) but he cannot...

  13. PLEASE Help Me Make This Decision (I need input!!!)

    afox replied to starmickey03's topic in General Students

    ugh dont get me started on this economy lol. but it wouldnt hurt to apply in michigain just in case..you might get lucky if you have a good enough GPA and because your schooling is recent. these...

  14. Done in May!! apply for a job or apply for school!?!?!

    afox replied to Brittanya34's topic in General Students

    I will be facing your situation soon too, and for now my plan is go apply to a university that has the "online" option so that way I can work AND go to school. I dont mind if I only work part time, i...

  15. PLEASE Help Me Make This Decision (I need input!!!)

    afox replied to starmickey03's topic in General Students

    for me it would depend on if you are planning to work or not during the schooling process. If not, personally I'd just go for the ABSN. (keep in mind this is just my opinion. I have no kids, but I...

  16. Do you think this was unfair?

    afox replied to SNLou84's topic in General Students

    First-sorry to hear about your aunt And i can sympathize with your situation. As for the documents though, i have some advise because this may not be the only time you need to email an assignment....

  17. Please help! Need online Statistics & Human Growth

    afox replied to maepartner's topic in Online Distance Learning

    glad to hear. i know how stressfull getting into classes can be. good luck

  18. Please help! Need online Statistics & Human Growth

    afox replied to maepartner's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Have you tried any local community colleges? I'm taking it online through my community college this summer and there is no pre-req. This may be easier than trying to find one online from somewhere...

  19. Proof of Medical Insurance to get into Nursing Program?

    afox replied to xoloveinautumn's topic in Illinois Nursing

    when my husband and i first got married before he had a good job, i had health insurance through celtic. i went to ehealthinsurance.com and they ask questions about if you are a student, the amount...

  20. maybe not nursing..

    afox replied to BethT's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    i say go for it. My family supports me, but I think it surprises them that me of all people wants to do nursing. I dont usually care for getting "down and dirty" and in A&P 1 and 2 i havent once...

  21. LVN(LPN) or RN

    afox replied to anita07's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a nurse LPN or Rn, just a student but..... I personally wouldn't do the LPN. I have nothing against LPN's because because I think that they work their butts off, just as 99% of nurses do. Its...

  22. Is Visible Body helpful?

    afox replied to GodivaGirl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    personally, i dont think it was very helpful. I downloaded it for A&P 1, and didnt end up using it at all, i just studied from my text and lab book, and notes and I got a B in the class. As for...