Aurora77

Aurora77

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  1. Did your nursing program require letters of recommendation?

    Aurora77 replied to Ted D's topic in General Students

    I had to have three references--a form that each person was to fill

  2. It's almost time for school to start!!

    Aurora77 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm so excited. I start my LPN course August 20. I'm also taking three other pre-reqs for the RN program. I haven't been a full time student since I graduated with my first degree 10 years ago....

  3. should a person work if they don't have to while in school?

    Aurora77 replied to scrublifenurse10's topic in General Students

    I think it's up to each person/family to decide what's best for them. If we didn't need my income, I would quit my job in a heartbeat. I'm going to be taking 19 hours next semester so I'd love to...

  4. my plan for nursing

    Aurora77 replied to MINNY31's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My plan sounds kind of like yours too. I'm going for my ADN, then getting out into the workforce. I eventually will get my BSN and go from there. I could see myself getting a master's degree and...

  5. Question about labs?

    Aurora77 replied to Hoping2BeStudent2010's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I first saw that on Ghost Hunters. I think Sci-fi did another special on it as well. That was kind of hoaky, focusing on the hauntings, but they had a lot of interesting history and interviews with...

  6. Is this normal?

    Aurora77 replied to nohika's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think doubts are normal. Nursing is a second career for me, so it seems like every day I have an "am I completely insane?" moment. I'm married and am leaving a semi-secure job to be a part-time...

  7. Question about labs?

    Aurora77 replied to Hoping2BeStudent2010's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I wish histology had to do with history--that's what my bachelor's degree is in! I'd be

  8. I might have cancer :(

    Aurora77 replied to krltdy's topic in General Students

    I'm so sorry you're having to deal with this. I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer a couple of years ago, so I have some idea what you're feeling. I don't have anything to add, but be upfront and...

  9. Nutrition before Chemistry or vice versa? HELP!!

    Aurora77 replied to espo44's topic in General Students

    I did chem and then nutrition, not by any design, that's just how my schedule worked out. I did find chem helpful, but not essential to nutrition. Anatomy and physiology, on the hand, was incredibly...

  10. Buying Textbooks online?

    Aurora77 replied to crazytonurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I've had great experiences by on line--I've used Amazon, Ebay, Barnes and Noble, and Half.com. I've been really paranoid about buying international editions. Something about it just doesn't feel...

  11. In what order do you recommend taking these Pre-Requisites/General Ed Requirements?

    Aurora77 replied to LCGrace's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I did this order: Chem Anatomy Nutrition Micro/physio (this fall) If worked for me--I actually found that having chem and anatomy before nutrition made that class a breeze. There was a surprising...

  12. Question about labs?

    Aurora77 replied to Hoping2BeStudent2010's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I did a 6 hour A&P combined course. This fall I'm taking physiology. I've been reading through the book and seeing lots on histology.

  13. Do whiners make it through nursing school?

    Aurora77 replied to tuchipie's topic in General Students

    Just wait until you get out into the work force. Some people never change. Somehow the whiners and the brown nosers still get by. It used to drive me nuts; now I just let it go and do my

  14. WANTED: Nursing student tidbits of advice

    Aurora77 replied to KellRrn2b's topic in General Students

    I just got a regular backpack; I'm hoping we don't have to carry every single reference book every day. If we do, I may have to get a rolling bag. I don't have too many books anyway (thankfully!) so...

  15. Question about labs?

    Aurora77 replied to Hoping2BeStudent2010's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I found the labs to be the best part of the classes. I completely agree with mariposabella--don't blow off lab. There were several people in my A&P and Chem classes that did that and their...

  16. It's almost time for school to start!!

    Aurora77 replied to Aurora77's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Good luck to everyone!! I have to give my notice at work next week; that's a little nerve wracking. I'm hoping they'll let me work part time. This summer has gone by so quickly for

  17. WANTED: Nursing student tidbits of advice

    Aurora77 replied to KellRrn2b's topic in General Students

    This is such a great thread! I start NS August 20. I'm so excited I can hardly wait. I'm such a nerd--I love school, so I'm excited to be a full time student again. My hubby and I did the...

  18. Why do people try to discourage you? :(

    Aurora77 replied to drinkmoresoup's topic in General Students

    Don't listen to those naysayers! Sure, it's competitive, sure it's hard work. You may or may not get in to nursing school the first time. You know what--you're definitely not going to get in if you...

  19. What nursing school in Springfield would you recommend?

    Aurora77 replied to LCGrace's topic in General Nursing

    I know what you mean about getting it over with. That's why I went the route I did with A&P. Sure it's a few extra credit hours, but I was able to apply to school a semester sooner. Good

  20. What nursing school in Springfield would you recommend?

    Aurora77 replied to LCGrace's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Labchic, what physiology class are you taking? I'm taking it too, as a pre-req for the RN program. I tried to rush things a bit by taking 120--A&P, so I have to have the extra hours. I...

  21. Denied funding - resolution of excess hours

    Aurora77 replied to krimicrat's topic in General Students

    I'm surprised that you're not able to get loans. I have a previous undergrad degree, so I had to jump through hoops to be "eligible" for financial aid, but I am eligible for loans. I didn't realize...

  22. Best site for used textbooks?

    Aurora77 replied to Tryxie's topic in General Students

    I used www.gettextbooks.com to compare prices. I bought one book from Barnes and Noble, a whole bunch from Amazon, and I'm waiting for an auction to close on Ebay. I was shocked, but I'm actually...

  23. What nursing school in Springfield would you recommend?

    Aurora77 replied to LCGrace's topic in General Nursing

    I'm finishing up my pre-reqs at OTC right now and start their LPN program this fall. I've had great experiences with my pre-req classes, so I think my nursing experience will also be a good one. I...

  24. Chemistry before Physiology?

    Aurora77 replied to HumorHeals22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My school requires chem before physiology. It's also a pre-req for their RN program. Unless you've got a solid reason for not taking classes in the order required, I'd do

  25. Things to do in case you get in?

    Aurora77 replied to nocheapones's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Make sure you take the right CPR class. My school requires a specific CPR for health care providers class, not just the generic class. I didn't know there was a difference until I got my acceptance...