SkiMama

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  1. Microbiology help?

    SkiMama replied to RHIA, RN's topic in General Students

    Don't sweat it! If you took general bio you have a good foundation. Just do your reading, go to all the classes and study your notes. I loved micro lab, it was easy and I always enjoy viewing slides...

  2. What is included in a legit assessment?

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the replies! I read a few articles and watched a video on youtube today and it all makes sense now. I understand why it's important to know how to go much more in depth on each system...

  3. What is included in a legit assessment?

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the tip! I just could not believe that we would have to do everything that the book includes at all times,

  4. I refuse to be a punching bag - NO MORE ASSAULT

    SkiMama replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    LOL I said pt export - meant transport

  5. I refuse to be a punching bag - NO MORE ASSAULT

    SkiMama replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree and am starting my BSN program this summer. I will not tolerate being abused - I get that sometimes pts/family have a bad attitude resulting from their condition, their circumstance, whatever...

  6. Dear Coworkers:

    SkiMama replied to Mommy&RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am starting NS this summer and hope to work with a team like yours in my

  7. The derision in life...

    SkiMama replied to Theor23's topic in General Nursing

    Talk to a recruiter. The services will put you through school to your BSN and then you honor your commitment to them after you earn your degree. They will pay your tuition and a stipend, and I believe...

  8. Unprofessional doctor

    SkiMama replied to LNDRN19's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "Furthermore, I am precepting a nursing student right now and want to teach her to be professional" It sounds to me like you are doing a fantastic job with that goal. Good for you for remaining...

  9. Lost varicella immunity?

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in General Nursing

    Ugh good luck Agenyc... hopefully the labs will come back in your

  10. I lost a good friend

    SkiMama replied to CAPPYBARA BREAKFAST's topic in General Nursing

    What a tragic loss for everyone who loves your friend. I am so

  11. Vent...my sister called me

    SkiMama replied to Poi Dog's topic in General Students

    Ahh... Sisters. They can be a special kind of

  12. I really screwed up on an interview

    SkiMama replied to DoubleblessedRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    "in essence, i was hired because i was so darned pathetic.:anbd:" Love

  13. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Congratulations Nimartino!! Not that I know. Last I heard we'll recieve more info in April re: registration, drug test.... etc. If you do FB, join the class page we created. Ppl can post updates and...

  14. What would you do if your family member were doing drugs?

    SkiMama replied to BabyCatchr's topic in General Nursing

    Yes you can get in trouble so you need to decide if you are willing to take that chance. If you are not, and do not want any part of having illegal substances in your home, car, etc... then you need...

  15. iPhone app!

    SkiMama replied to freebirdRN86's topic in General Nursing

    I use Safari too, but an app would be cool... not that I need to spend more time on AN when I should be

  16. Good experience with a student nurse

    SkiMama replied to caregiver1977's topic in General Students

    I am so sorry for the experiences that so many women (including some of you here!) have had during L&D. I was so very, very, incredibly fortunate. The staff during both of my L&Ds were...

  17. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I wish I could tell you what they are looking for - I really have no idea. The way I wrote mine was to really answer the questions and give examples from my life. I think it's easy to get lost trying...

  18. Backpack for school

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thanks for all the tips! I am still not sure what I am going to get but am going to begin shopping soon and will definitely keep all of these in

  19. Hoping to come home and go to school!

    SkiMama replied to Studylots34's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I am a navy vet (intel) and was just accepted to CU :) I don't know how CU and Regis select from many competetive applicants - CU touts grades and essay. You have learned a lot from your experiences...

  20. Help - Need to speak with instructor maturely!

    SkiMama replied to chinacatSN's topic in General Students

    I would state my concerns as neutrally as possible. Use a couple of examples. If there are a few skills that some of your classmates have had the opportunity to practice and you have not - I would...

  21. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Good for you!! I can completely understand. I did not apply out of state b/c I cannot uproot my family so I am grateful it worked out.... and it did for you too!! Good luck to

  22. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Hi Ms. Dre... thank you!! Okay for me, I don't know how they would look at the W's. I imagine that it happens a lot and if you are retaking them and get As, that is the best you can do and I would...

  23. Evolution of your specialty interests

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in General Students

    I thought I would be defined by being a mama too. I remember when my first was coming along and I was researching bfing, going through classes, then had my first and my nurse was AMAZING (she did all...

  24. Evolution of your specialty interests

    SkiMama posted a topic in General Students

    Before beginning school, did you have an idea of what type of nursing you wanted to work in? Did this change or were your interests confirmed as you progressed through your program? Did you get to...

  25. UC Denver Summer 2011 BSN!!!!!!!!!!

    SkiMama replied to SkiMama's topic in Colorado Nursing

    the title of it is CU Denver BSN: Class of 2012/2013... Try to search for it and hopefully you'll find it that way