JenNJFLCA

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  1. how many (nursing students) are sick?

    JenNJFLCA replied to Maisie's topic in General Students

    I gained all the weight I had lost before nsg school back, this semester have developed cold sores and GI problems, and I always have a HA. Right now I am just plain exhausted. I'll graduate in May...

  2. Do-it-yerself clinicals

    JenNJFLCA replied to epg_pei's topic in General Students

    Our community clinicals are all confusing to us now, but things will fall into place. 8 hr/wk for that plus 220 hours for our preceptorship this semester. I also have community health lecture and...

  3. Venipuncture IV Skill nervousness

    JenNJFLCA replied to genhen's topic in General Students

    Just tell yourself that's it's no big deal & that you CAN do it. You don't want the pt to know you're inexperienced (and nervous) and talking yourself up can actually make you more successful....

  4. Tattoos and nursing

    JenNJFLCA replied to PrincessJessica's topic in General Nursing

    I have 2 tatoos but I put them in places that could easily be covered. You never know what kind of job you'll be getting in the future! I was 19 and 23 when I got

  5. I start nursing school tomorrow and I am scared!

    JenNJFLCA replied to nursestudentin05's topic in General Students

    You'll be surprised with how much you remember when you do your

  6. What was harder? Non-nursing bachelors or ADN?

    JenNJFLCA replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    My first BS is a dual major of Biology & Marine Science, and I got a minor in Chemistry. I am now getting my BSN (done in May!! ). My experience has been that nursing school is the hardest thing...

  7. My instructor said I need to have more confidence in myself. I am trying but.....

    JenNJFLCA replied to JGLPN2BE's topic in General Students

    I've had CI give me B's in clinical because I was "not assertive enough." Yet people who were always late and handing in their care plans late got higher grades. It's ridiculous. I have decided this...

  8. How do you develop a thick skin?

    JenNJFLCA replied to belabelisa's topic in General Students

    I am slowly growing a backbone as I go through the program. For me, assertiveness won't be there till the confidence is. That's the way I am and I can't change overnight. It has been a very slow,...

  9. Passed out on first day of clinical!!!

    JenNJFLCA replied to TraumaRN1983's topic in General Students

    OMG! The EXACT same thing almost happened to me in the PACU, but I got out of there before I passed out!! I apologized profusely to the nurse for bailing on our first patient, but she was cool with...

  10. looking for pity, feeling overwhelmed & unorganized (long vent)

    JenNJFLCA replied to lunakat's topic in General Students

    That is my biggest fear. I had OB/Peds last semester and the whole summer off, so I feel like I forgot everyhthing! Just remember that tomorrow is a new day, and just keep moving forward. It will get...

  11. School Policy on Hair/Nails/Jewelry/Make-up?

    JenNJFLCA replied to Rosa2Little's topic in General Students

    It depends on the clinical instructor how strictly the policy is enforced, but out policy is that your hair has to be neatly pulled back, little stud earings can be worn-and only in 1 hole (I have 3...

  12. How much of a time commitment??

    JenNJFLCA replied to labcat01's topic in General Students

    This semester I have 29 hours of class per week (15 credits), plus I work full time. You can do

  13. I got accepted!!

    JenNJFLCA replied to mummer43's topic in General Students

    Way to go!!

  14. Study Groups Necessary???

    JenNJFLCA replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Students

    Some people have done great in our program without study groups. It's nice to have at least one close buddy to dicuss things with, and maybe a couple more to do some more comparing, but when it comes...

  15. "Don't waste your time getting your BSN..."

    JenNJFLCA replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I would say do what's best for you. The pay is not much different in hospitals, but with your BSN you could do research (clinical trials, etc), and you said you wanted your Master's anyway. Why not do...

  16. Can a 1st Semester Student work as a Tech?

    JenNJFLCA replied to PickMePlze's topic in General Students

    We had to have Fundamentals done, but that's all. Here in FL we're not required to be

  17. half way through and feeling bleak

    JenNJFLCA replied to leopold's topic in General Students

    OMG!! I am feeling the exact same way! I am hoping that having the summer off from classes will be the break that I need. I am just tired of nursing school. Tired of care plans. Tire of getting...

  18. Freeloading Classmates....GRRR!

    JenNJFLCA replied to hangnon's topic in General Students

    Move on and find new friends. :) She'll probably find someone new to mooch off of....

  19. Single in nursing school

    JenNJFLCA replied to FutureIsBlue's topic in General Students

    My boyfriend feels neglected all the time. I feel bad, but I need to keep my grades up for grad school potential. Being in a relationship is soooo stressful in nursing school. I wouldn't trade my...

  20. You know you are in nursing school when ctxt

    JenNJFLCA replied to tnstudentnurse's topic in General Students

    ....when perfect strangers that you just met hear you're in nursing school and decide to tell you their entire medical history.... ...when you try to remember too many things and can never find your...

  21. advantages of BSN vs. ADN

    JenNJFLCA replied to katiebugg's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Okay, deep breath.....Here goes. I have NEVER thought of myself as better than ADN student nurses or nurses. I am SO tired of getting this "you think you're better than me because you have/are working...

  22. Tests and Cheating Classmates

    JenNJFLCA replied to RNSuzq1's topic in General Students

    Last semester we had some cheaters! :angryfire Some people spoke to our professors and they just seperated us for exams. This semester they aren't cheating, so it's much better, and they're actually...

  23. Any Words of Wisdom- Starting 1st Sem.of Nursing School

    JenNJFLCA replied to StudentNurse04's topic in General Students

    Now, repeat after me....... "Sleep is for the weak!! A 'B' is NOT a bad grade! It's OKAY to cry at the drop of hat! Doing school work on a Friday night while all of my friends are having fun is fine...

  24. Early Morning Clinicals

    JenNJFLCA replied to abundantjoy07's topic in General Students

    We have to be there from 6:30 to 12:20 2x's week. Such is life of a nursing student.......Luckily I only live 15 mins from the hospital. You people who drive far deserve much respect!! We have to go...

  25. Nursing school = Acne?

    JenNJFLCA replied to cherokeesummer's topic in General Students

    I haven't had acne problems since I was 14....I'm 26 and last semester I broke out constantly. I think this is due to drinking too much soda to stay awake, stress, and lack of