NSALVADORE

NSALVADORE

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  1. Stethoscope question

    NSALVADORE replied to want to do good 86's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Lots of nursing students have pretty ones so go for the pink The $200 one you are referring to must be the Littmann cardiology one??? It is better at hearing fine murmurs and things but really not...

  2. how many classmates dropped in your first semester?

    NSALVADORE replied to allthingsbright's topic in General Students

    We started off with about 32, by 2nd semester had 24. Third semester we have only 20. I think the first semester is hard because it's a whole new way of studying/thinking and also it definitely weeds...

  3. Clinicals- The most profound experience ever.

    NSALVADORE replied to L&DWannaB's topic in General Students

    Thank you for sharing! She is so lucky to have someone so compassionate and loving taking care of

  4. Nursing school.... is just a bunch of BUSY WORK?

    NSALVADORE replied to SilenceDogood's topic in General Students

    Wow what school do you go to??? Nothing we do at my school is busy work at all!!! Everything we do is relevant and as frustrating and time consuming as the work can be I've learned so much from it!! I...

  5. Pharmacology study tips for new nursing student

    NSALVADORE replied to cunchurch2's topic in General Students

    Yes I agree flashcards are helpful! Focus on what's unique to that drug.. Most drugs cause a number of side effects so when studying ask yourself whats unique to this drug? and ask why? If you can...

  6. Does anyone here like nursing school?

    NSALVADORE replied to knittingmonster's topic in General Students

    I absolutely Love it!!!!!!!! I'm half way through and yes there are ups and downs but even through the hardest moments if you ask me how I feel about nursing school I will still tell you that I love...

  7. Pregnancy during nursing school

    NSALVADORE replied to rookie9's topic in General Students

    Of course it really makes school so much harder!!! I don't get to study until my little ones are in bed. I don't take sick days or anything for myself but if they are sick or something happens at...

  8. What do you do with your limited spare time?

    NSALVADORE replied to jbjints's topic in General Students

    I try to get to the gym!! I still feel guilty when I do so I bring notes to

  9. Please i need help

    NSALVADORE replied to thecookierookie's topic in General Students

    Yeah that doesn't make sense to me! Call the financial aid adviser at the school and verify this information and ask why too!! Best of

  10. Anyone else apply to or starting at St. Joe's in the fall?

    NSALVADORE replied to 48mystic's topic in General Nursing

    Ohhh weird.. ok.. [email protected]!!!! I'm trying to accept your friend request but the when I click accept it's not doing anything... so weird.. Anyways I will work on that

  11. OK I am officialy getting excited!!!

    NSALVADORE replied to Sniper RN's topic in General Students

    Congrats to all you newbies :) I'm starting my 2nd year in 2 weeks and am super excited!!!! It's a ton of work but it's GREAT and I LOVE IT!!!! If anyone needs anything feel free to shout

  12. Should I stay or Should I go?

    NSALVADORE replied to conandcait's topic in General Students

    Have you looked into the nursing programs in TN?? It would be worth it to see what it would take for you to transfer there! If that's not likely and you want to stay and go for it, you can ABSOLUTELY...

  13. Anyone else apply to or starting at St. Joe's in the fall?

    NSALVADORE replied to 48mystic's topic in General Nursing

    You have a good attitude!! I think you really have to go into it ready to work your butt off.. Also, know that they have good reason for all the tedious work they throw at

  14. On Care Planning..for students & daytonite!

    NSALVADORE replied to CharleeJo.RN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree! Sometimes you need to take a break from it and then return and think some more. Research research research!! I've learned so much not just from the careplan itself but the information I've...

  15. Part time job during clinicals? Help.....

    NSALVADORE replied to CoachDiva23's topic in General Students

    It is certainly possible! I am the mother of 2 toddlers, work about 25 hours during the semesters (full time when not in session) and I get really good grades! I think it's important to come up with a...

  16. The Climb by Miley Cyrus

    NSALVADORE replied to LifelongDream's topic in General Students

    I agree, I was just listening to it and thinking the same

  17. Anyone else apply to or starting at St. Joe's in the fall?

    NSALVADORE replied to 48mystic's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Josh!!! Can you believe our second year is only 3 weeks away!!! It's coming up way to quickly but on the other hand I'm very excited!! Hope things are going well for you!! Things are great here,...

  18. Help! Memorizing Lab Values

    NSALVADORE replied to southernbelle4lu's topic in General Students

    You could always write up a list for your reference. The more you look at them the more you become familiar with them. I actually have most values memorized just from seeing them working in doctors...

  19. Starting clinicals....

    NSALVADORE replied to CrunchyMama's topic in General Students

    At my school the first 4 weeks we were in the lab a lot and we are tested on each skill after we learn it. We aren't exactly graded before we move onto clinicals but if we aren't performing a skill...

  20. Oh! The sacrifices we make just to get through nursing school

    NSALVADORE replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    I'm with you girls... I'm missing out on tons of precious time with my little boys and it definitely added to the stress on my marriage which is falling apart.. Well we are seperated now. Can't blame...

  21. Fellow RI students!!!

    NSALVADORE posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hey fellow Rhode Islanders! I'm kind of new to allnurses so I thought I'd introduce myself! My name is Nicci! I'm a freshman at St. Joes! I'm married with 2 sons, ages 3 and 1!! I absolutely love...

  22. Need encouragement and advice

    NSALVADORE replied to nurse2b2010's topic in General Students

    Many have trouble with A+P, some even take it 3 times!! And then they go on and become wonderful nurses!! Keep your head up, you can do it =) Take a deep breath!! Try different methods of studying,...

  23. St. Joseph's at Fatima?

    NSALVADORE replied to 48mystic's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you and your welcome!!! Definitely keep me posted!!! Best of

  24. St. Joseph's at Fatima?

    NSALVADORE replied to 48mystic's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure that the Hesi test needs to be done by then. They are looking for a well rounded person with good grades, essay and references!! I know that's not a clear cut answer but they aren't...

  25. Too young to be a nurse?

    NSALVADORE replied to guiltysins's topic in General Students

    Don't let anyone get you down!! If you are serious and put the work into it you will do great, age doesn't matter!! But.. I will say that many of the young girls we've seen in my program are not...