texashyles

texashyles

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  1. How Old is "to old" to START a nursing education?

    texashyles replied to Greenlee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Do you buy still buy dog food in the 40 lb sacks? Have you lived through and understand the draw and power of addiction and weakness therein?..my thoughts are if u desire it, pursue it. You only live...

  2. Should Healthcare Be Funded As A Basic Human Right?

    texashyles replied to jayp's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Should Healthcare be a Basic Human Right? What about protection of property, finances, the ability to make and then bring home a decent wage? These rights are being trampled. The lack of checks and...

  3. TAMUCC ELine BSN

    texashyles replied to candicehall1118's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I did my psych rotation at DePaul next to Providence. FYI, to set up my clinicals, I called the site/hospital/clinic and put them in touch with A&M. All they had to do was get the contract ironed...

  4. HIPAA violation or just a bad decision?

    texashyles replied to concerned2012's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Wow..if that were my child! I agree it is a HIPAA violation, besides being ethically

  5. New MedSurg nurse-seeking advice

    texashyles replied to Blinc78's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Also, a four color pen comes in handy..green for meds, blue for labs, red for Tx's, etc. Routine is the best overall timesaver for

  6. New MedSurg nurse-seeking advice

    texashyles replied to Blinc78's topic in Medical-Surgical

    The nurses on my unit have an alarm set on their phones that notifies them when blood sugars need to be

  7. What do you consider to be nursing's biggest setback?

    texashyles replied to almost30's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    1. Spending more hours charting than with the patients. 2. Unproductive competition among nurses (although I appreciate healthy competition where we inspire each other to better ourselves individually...

  8. Tell me about using your iPad for school

    texashyles replied to studentsara's topic in General Students

    I love having iBooks. When you have a question about something you read and cannot find any keywords in the index, you can search the phrase for the entire book! Also, there are free and paid nursing...

  9. Just for fun; Quotes you use for encourgement

    texashyles replied to havehope's topic in General Students

    "Everybody wants to go to heaven, but nobody wants to get on the bus" -nurse unk in my first clinical "God wants spiritual fruit, not religious nuts"

  10. Community College or University...that is the question

    texashyles replied to jessig24's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you like spending more money and want the added prestige of graduating from a big name university, go ahead! I went to junior college for my AS, then A&M for my BSN. It is not going to affect...

  11. Guilty for pursuing a nursing career

    texashyles replied to outonalimb's topic in General Nursing

    Anxiety over doing right by your patients makes you a better nurse. Remember that once you begin your career you will not be alone. There will be other seasoned nurses on the floor to bounce your...

  12. Please..Need some help deciding

    texashyles replied to sungrl01's topic in General Nursing

    Remember to keep in mind the facility's options for continued education, benefits and mobility. If you take a "comfortable" position, you may become bored quickly and wish that you had challenged...

  13. Is there a nurse who would be willing to answer a few questions about nursing?

    texashyles replied to nayram's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with himalayaneyes, if you post your questions, you will receive your answers.

  14. no job after two years

    texashyles replied to icedtea's topic in General Nursing

    I empathize your position. My mother was out of work for 9 months b/c of age, IMHO. My advice: NEVER GIVE UP! The next time you interview, focus on the strengths and pros of the company you are...

  15. TIPS/Info for passing NCLEX

    texashyles replied to paula77720's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It seems that you are experiencing a lot of anxiety R/T the test. My advice- take a deep breath, watch a favorite movie, or relax in your own favorite way. Remember from school that a little anxiety...

  16. A Pre-nursing Student who believes...

    texashyles replied to digoe74's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't understand why some new nursing students do not understand the concept of addressing pts' needs first. If your pt is dirty and a CNA is not available, take care of the issue immediately! I...

  17. Reality Check for Nursing Hopefuls

    texashyles replied to DedHedRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I live in Central Texas and jobs are abundant. Just do a search at Scott & White Hospital in Temple,

  18. TAMUCC ELine BSN

    texashyles replied to candicehall1118's topic in Online Distance Learning

    1. It cost me about $3,500/semester. 2. 3-4 (full course load) 3. Modules are a breakdown of each class into subdivisions, like chapters, that you complete individually to fulfill the needs of the...

  19. TAMUCC ELine BSN

    texashyles replied to candicehall1118's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I did not have an interview. It took me four years to get through the two year program but I took my time. I worked, I had two babies while in the program, and refused to miss a baseball practice or...

  20. TIPS/Info for passing NCLEX

    texashyles replied to paula77720's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ok nurses-to-be! Don't stress. Passing the NCLEX is based upon your OVERALL nursing knowledge. I got hung up on pneumonics and specific questions too, when I was preparing, but the best thing that...

  21. Reality Check for Nursing Hopefuls

    texashyles replied to DedHedRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well, thank the GOOD LORD for Central Texas! I was offered three positions within a week of filling out three applications..right out of nursing school. I rejected the PRN and the 12h night position...

  22. TAMUCC ELine BSN

    texashyles replied to candicehall1118's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just graduated from this eLine program in Dec. 2010. I passed the NCLEX on the 1st try on 2/9/11. I did not have an LVN first, so no help there. My thoughts.. PROS: Almost all is online (except the...

  23. TIPS/Info for passing NCLEX

    texashyles replied to paula77720's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just passed that bugger on 2/9/11! I studied for two months after graduating in Dec. 2010. It took me 146 questions. The best study aid I had was Saunders NCLEX Comprehensive Review. I did not read...

  24. What do you think of your online nursing experience?

    texashyles posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I have just completed the exit HESI for A&M C.C. and wanted to know what others found challenging and rewarding in their distance ed.

  25. What do you think of your online nursing experience?

    texashyles replied to texashyles's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The following represent my experience with my online program in Texas. Pros: (1) flexible schedule (2) makes returning to school more feasible for those who already have family or jobs (myself:...