annaw05

1. Don't get a black one. 2. Don't ever set it down on a random counter. 3. Remember who you borrow it to. I have a littman cardiology three and don't have any complaints about it.

The most possible clincal hours is key and having patient's take on larger loads. I also think that in my clinical group we may have learned more if there weren't 10 students in one class.

I worked as a CNA in homecare while I was going to school The hours were very flexible and even offered shorter shifts such as 3-4 hours. It made it possible to get homework done, study for tests, and possibly have an ounce of a social life. =-) Good luck!

I worked in homecare as a PCA for 9 months before I got my job - although I wasn't working as an RN I was still learning about the conditions of clients and payed attention to their medications and would look them up when I got home to see how it worked with their condition and reasons for taking it. Take it in stride - it totally stinks being unemployed but any experience is good experience. =)

Don't always rely on websites for small facilities. Call and speak to someone - introduce yourself. I was told that for every application I put in if I wanted it to get anywhere I had personally call and speak with someone. Good luck, stay strong.