calalilly

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1. Regis College RN-BS-MSN Program

   calalilly replied to watersamy's topic in Massachusetts

   I am finishing the GM program at regis, this is the program that takes non nurses to their RN, BSN and MSN. The program itself is very good. I got great experiences through the BSN portion. I felt very well prepared for the NCLEX. I beleive all b...

2. Need advice guys... Taking the NCLEX in October.

   calalilly replied to a_male_nurse's topic in NCLEX

   I didn't have have trouble with the NCLEX, but definitely agree with other posts. Lacharity and Saunders were the most helpful books! Priority and Delegation are huge now, and I found Saunders to be a great comprehensive guide. Saunders' questions ...

3. Compassion or reality for obese patients?

   calalilly replied to stefanyjoy's topic in General Nursing

   There is a difference between society telling a person something, and a nurse trying to make a patient feel guilty about something. It would not be acceptable for a nurse to say any of the above to a patient. There are tactful and respectful ways t...

4. Compassion or reality for obese patients?

   calalilly replied to stefanyjoy's topic in General Nursing

5. NOT going to the pinning ceremony

   calalilly replied to CaliforniaRNnow's topic in General Students

   I cant believe you had to call your instructors "Miss" or "Mr". you are training to be their colleague. At my school everyone went by their first names

6. NOT going to the pinning ceremony

   calalilly replied to CaliforniaRNnow's topic in General Students

   If you already have a previous degree why is walking across a stage to receive a blank piece of paper so important to you? The pinning ceremony is a time to celebrate with your fellow nurses, and to celebrate what you have accomplished. I have a pre...

7. I was all set to head towards NP now a dr told me PA. Hmmm

   calalilly replied to creativetype2007's topic in General Nursing

   GilaRN you seem to be very bias. I don't understand why you are still harping on the hard science background. In my NP program, and most that I have seen, students are required to have 2 semesters of chemistry, at least one in organic, 2 semesters ...

8. Just gave up a decent income to be a CNA

   calalilly replied to esunada's topic in CNA/MA

   you dont have to give up your well paying job to be a CNA. The schooling is only 6 weeks? That is nothing compared to LPN, RN, or BSN programs. You may not want a full time server position, but you could definitely keep it part time while in schoo...

9. Regis College Incoming Students for Fall 2009!

   calalilly replied to MissPamela19's topic in Massachusetts

   Thanks for the help!

10. Regis College Incoming Students for Fall 2009!

    calalilly replied to MissPamela19's topic in Massachusetts

    Thanks! Is it full insurance coverage, or one of the discount programs? Do you know? I am just wondering if it is enough or if I should worry about finding other coverage. I didnt get my mail yet today, but I bet it will be there when I get home...

11. Regis College Incoming Students for Fall 2009!

    calalilly replied to MissPamela19's topic in Massachusetts

    Just wondering what people plan do do about insurance coverage? I dont know much about the insurance Regis offers, does anyone have more info? Thanks.

12. Regis College Incoming Students for Fall 2009!

    calalilly replied to MissPamela19's topic in Massachusetts

    I have been crazy busy at work and the week of the 27th is going to be really terrible. I dont think I will make it I'd love to know where you are headed though just in case

13. Regis College Incoming Students for Fall 2009!

    calalilly replied to MissPamela19's topic in Massachusetts

    Hi Amy! I'm in group 1A as well. I'm sure we will be seeing a lot of each other!

14. Regis College Incoming Students for Fall 2009!

    calalilly replied to MissPamela19's topic in Massachusetts

    Hi Lex. Below is the options for the night groups. From what I have heard, all of the day groups have been filled... Group 2A - (6 people) Professional Nursing: Wed 5-9 Clinical: Fri 7am-3pm Lab: Tues 10am-1 & 3-4 Health Assessment: Wed 1:30-4:30...

15. Anyone from Regis College?

    calalilly replied to lablad's topic in Massachusetts

    melnurse2b, what program are you in? Other than the fact that Weston doesnt have much to offer how do you like the program? I'm not concerned about the availability of a honey farms at 2am, or being able to get a soda, I will be commuting for class...