SnowRain7489

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  1. Should I put my last employer on my resume?

    SnowRain7489 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I don't know what to do because I want to get a job as a CNA and I'm afraid I won't get the job because of an attendance issue at my last job and I need to put down that I worked in that job...

  2. Should I work 2 jobs?

    SnowRain7489 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    After I finish LPN school should I work 2 jobs? I am planning on working a 12hrshift-3days/week. On my days off I want to work an 8hrshift-2days/week. I will be 25-26 by that time, I have no kids, not...

  3. Critical Thinking is a Problem for Me...How Do You Do It?

    SnowRain7489 posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I read my text, highlight info, take the test and fail. I have practiced NCLEX questions, but they seem to just help w/ quizzing me as opposed to setting a framework mindset. I checked one out...

  4. Nursing Student

    SnowRain7489 replied to carissabest's topic in General Nursing

    I agree w/ LifelongDream. You'll be fine, don't worry seriously. I think highschool really just serves the foundation of your education. When you get into your nursing prerequisites u might not...

  5. Is it good to apply to a lot of nursing schools?

    SnowRain7489 replied to carissabest's topic in General Nursing

    I agree w/ everything everyone above said. They practically took the words right out of my

  6. so what is the best and worst advice u received as a nurse and/or student

    SnowRain7489 replied to ErinDel's topic in General Nursing

    Best advice received as a student: "2 heads work better than 1" "knowledge is power" Worst advice received as a student: "You have to memorize on the outline" "Do not read your book" - A tutor...

  7. When should I start studying for the NCLEX-RN?

    SnowRain7489 replied to carissabest's topic in General Nursing

    Trust me on this one I know that these books are expensive, but they are helpful in developing good critical thinking skills (which you will need alot of) and great test success in your nursing...

  8. Snack Ideas

    SnowRain7489 replied to scrublifenurse10's topic in General Students

    Another MAJOR factor to take into consideration especially for those that are afraid of gaining weight in nursing school is meal portion & snack portion. You really don't need to consume alot for...

  9. Should I work 2 jobs?

    SnowRain7489 replied to SnowRain7489's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Well & if the guy (that i'm w/, but we broke up & still talking) get together in the future I'll feel sort of complelled to work alot because he does. He has to work 7days/week. His father...

  10. Is This Leadership Experience?

    SnowRain7489 posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I am a nursing student and I want some leadership experience as a volunteer and I've researched some volunteer positions. Which one of these sound like it would be a good match? 1position- "Mentor"...

  11. Would you encourage someone who was considering nursing school?

    SnowRain7489 replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    vashteei agree w/u on the bordem part. i can't stand being bored at any job, i need to be on my feet working. to answer the poll questions i would say moderately discouraging & slightly...

  12. Snack Ideas

    SnowRain7489 replied to scrublifenurse10's topic in General Students

    I agree w/ WishfulThinker:bowingpur. I would also suggest protein bars. Be sure though to spend some time comparing the ingredient list between the protein items in the grocery store - consider Fat,...

  13. What makes Nursing school hard?

    SnowRain7489 replied to Back2Nursing09's topic in General Students

    Developing critical thinking skills. Learning the thought process behind nursing material. The other comments about stress, other students, time-management, careplans, etc. are all doable. You just...

  14. Is This Leadership Experience?

    SnowRain7489 replied to SnowRain7489's topic in Nursing Career

    Wow talk about being very honest & upfront, a little too harsh though. You know there are countless of threads posted w/ people going off

  15. Moms who have made it through nursing school!

    SnowRain7489 replied to hopefulabby's topic in General Nursing

    Did you moms read your textbook? I'm not a mom, but this one mom in my class said, "I don't have time to read the big book, I just look over the notes and that's it." She said it in such a tiring,...

  16. Do you practice your skills on dummies/mannequins

    SnowRain7489 replied to AusNurse2B's topic in General Students

    I read the procedure, write it in my own words on a separate sheet of paper to condense it, circle key words, then practice it on mannequins. Sometimes if I don't want to walk all the way over to the...

  17. How do you study for Nursing Exams

    SnowRain7489 replied to Dragtail's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The "Saunders Strategies for Success for the NCLEX-RN examination" is not a regular NCLEX book. Have you ever seen those books at the library about 'college success' & 'how to study in college'...

  18. Did your nursing program require letters of recommendation?

    SnowRain7489 replied to Ted D's topic in General Students

    Nope I did not have to submit any letters of recommendation. I am going to a private 4-year liberal arts

  19. How do you study for Nursing Exams

    SnowRain7489 replied to Dragtail's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I bought this book called, "Saunders Strategies for Success for the NCLEX-RN examination" It's really good in learning how one should think about when answering a test question in nursing. Definitely...

  20. Things you would love to say to your fellow nursing students!

    SnowRain7489 replied to Faeriewand's topic in General Students

    So it's 11:30a.m. and we're walking to chemistry class...and you're asking me if I am ready for the last health assessment lecture exam of the semester which is to be taken at 3p.m. today. Um...YEA...

  21. Things you would LOVE to say to your nursing instructors...

    SnowRain7489 replied to Montessori Mommy's topic in General Students

    - Give examples of careplans done by previous students that meets your requirements, how do we know what to expect if you don't give us some background of your expectations - Not talk so quickly...

  22. What Helped you Survive Care Plans?

    SnowRain7489 replied to nrenteria's topic in General Students

    Make sure and go to your clinical instructor BEFORE you turn in your FIRST care plan. Come to the appointment w/ questions about anything. Be sure to ask them things like: What am I doing wrong?...

  23. Is This Leadership Experience?

    SnowRain7489 replied to SnowRain7489's topic in Nursing Career

    So, how do I choose between the two. Do I go for the one that I want and is more important to me personally 'n have a passion for or do I go for the one that "looks good" on my resume? I'm thinking...

  24. Can't stop talking about nursing school?

    SnowRain7489 replied to mydee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    :yelclap: That was soo funny. It's true maybe like 1-2 people in my school know what allnurses.com is...LOL...I'm sorry I can't stop laughing. Well hey I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels that...

  25. How do you discuss your availability?

    SnowRain7489 replied to SnowRain7489's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes NurseCubanitaRN2b that is exactly what I'm afraid of - them putting me on the schedule all the spots that I am open. I worked at a clinic & department store before when I was working on my...