tfleuter

tfleuter BSN, RN

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  1. Attrition rate

    tfleuter replied to flowerchild1965's topic in General Students

    For those who are in programs with 50%+ attrition rates, would they care to share any info on the schools themselves? Such as requirements for acceptance, how competitive it is, community college vs....

  2. Do you think the job market for nurses will improve by the time you graduate?

    tfleuter replied to AtACrossRoads's topic in General Students

    I am in a program currently where I can graduate with my ADN in May 2011, or wait till May 2012 and graduate with my BSN. Ideally, i've planned from the beginning to stay in through the BSN, and with...

  3. What backpack do you have?

    tfleuter replied to sunkissedmspriss's topic in General Students

    I have the same Jansport backpack that I have used since I was in highschool almost 10 years ago. it is in GREAT condition, held up sooo well. I have tried buying new, cheaper backpacks through out...

  4. waiting list...truth or rumor

    tfleuter replied to bell47's topic in General Students

    Yup, it just depends on the school. The one that I was considering strictly worked on a first come, first serve basis. As long as you completed all the necessary requirements, you were literally put...

  5. Need advice: Bills and nursing school!

    tfleuter replied to DGDreamGirl's topic in General Students

    I think your relationship with your boyfriend will have a much better chance of surviving if you stay with your parents until you are done with school. Moving in with someone can add a whole new...

  6. Ok, I know I can't be alone... who loves NS?

    tfleuter replied to jrsmrs's topic in General Students

    I've really enjoyed nursing school as well. Besides all the usual stuff that I could do without, it really has been a great experience. I love learning about the subjects, actually knowing that I...

  7. How does it work in your school when you have to miss clinical?

    tfleuter replied to knittingmonster's topic in General Students

    We are allowed to miss up to 8 hours in our clinical rotation, but we do 9 hour days, so basically we can't miss a whole clinicial. However, there is a "make up day" at the end of the 7 week rotation...

  8. Is it possible to work full time and go to nursing school?

    tfleuter replied to bn1980's topic in General Students

    Yes, many here have, just know that work comes second to school. You'll need to be in a job that's willing to work around your school and clinical schedule which, depending on your program, may...

  9. Fired!!

    tfleuter replied to cjveronica's topic in General Nursing

    She already indicated that she didn't qualify for

  10. Do diversity programs work?

    tfleuter replied to vivicaq's topic in General Nursing

    I think diversity training has perhaps taught some individuals to keep their racism and bigotry to themselves and those the feel comfortable voicing their opinions to. I have a hard time believing...

  11. Co-worker eats like a cave woman...

    tfleuter replied to Born2BWild's topic in General Nursing

    Shame on you. Have the Geico commercials taught you nothing? Cavemen care people

  12. Pinning Ceremony Songs

    tfleuter replied to audiedani's topic in General Students

    2) "Take This Job and Shove It" Johnny Paycheck J/k :) Can't wait to see other suggestions

  13. My school's Nursing Program Requirements

    tfleuter replied to KevinNguyen's topic in General Students

    If you don't have to, then don't worry about it. On the other hand, if you find yourself struggling the first couple of weeks, maybe consider dropping down to the lower class for your own sake. Better...

  14. Loans, interest, decisions, oh my!! Help!

    tfleuter replied to JustKeepSmiling's topic in General Students

    I'll probably be about $15K in debt once I'm done. I'm not counting on any loan forgiveness or repayment from employers, I just think that's really risky to assume. Take out the loans if you...

  15. Anyone regret ever having stepped foot in nursing school?

    tfleuter replied to summersent's topic in General Students

    Nope, don't regret it at all. My program has it's issues and had some wonky issues come up that just make you go hmmmmm, but otherswise, it's all good. Sorry your experience differed. May I ask why...

  16. Nursing school is awful in so many ways....

    tfleuter replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Students

    I'm actually a bit intrigued with how involved you and summersent are with this negativity towards nursing. No worries, my feelings haven't been hurt. Good for you on your 95-99% testing; it's...

  17. Nursing school is awful in so many ways....

    tfleuter replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Students

    By the way, I'm really getting a kick out of you and summersent giving "kudos" to each other's post, usually shortly after they are written. You two are not one in the same are

  18. Nursing school is awful in so many ways....

    tfleuter replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Students

    Wake up and smell the coffee yourself. LIFE isn't all roses and chocolate, so why should any profession be different? Everybody seems to go through the "grass is always greener" mindset, no matter...

  19. Nursing school is awful in so many ways....

    tfleuter replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Students

    Coming on here to vent about your school experience is one thing, but trashing the profession that so many actually enjoy their job and are handling their school experience with confidence, dignity...

  20. New to nursing, advice?

    tfleuter replied to sajaminneapolis's topic in General Nursing

    If you think RN is the direction you want to go... University of Colorado Denver offers an accelerated BSN program that appears to be 5 semesters long, going year-round. If you have a good gpa from...

  21. What else can I do to help my chances?

    tfleuter replied to soxgirl2008's topic in General Students

    Not all pre-reqs were transfer laterally between schools. Always check with the program(s) you are interested in applying for to make sure they will accept it. As for making yourself more...

  22. Nursing school is awful in so many ways....

    tfleuter replied to caffeineRx's topic in General Students

    I agree, there's a lot to nursing school that is less than pleasant. And the prevailing attitude of "nurses eat their young" doesn't make it any better. OTOH, not all have the experience you do. My...

  23. Good Idea or bad...I have Nursing books & want to start studying (fundamentals)

    tfleuter replied to jewelspassion's topic in General Students

    I would focus more on becoming familar with your textbooks; how they are organized, ect. The only problem with reading the actual chapters is you don't know where your instructor will start. Most of...

  24. Not nursing, but dental hygienist related....

    tfleuter posted a topic in Ohio Nursing

    I apologize in advance for this not being nursing related, but I have been unable to find much in the way of DH message boards and realize that some nurses started out as hygienists, or have friends...

  25. Dirty hospitals and inconsiderate nurses during clinical

    tfleuter replied to ham5090's topic in General Students

    That is really strange. Bet she wouldn't have had a smile on her face if it was her loved one being placed in those kind of conditions. I'm pretty sure all nursing homes must have a "bill of rights"...