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  1. Non-CNA Jobs You Can Work While You're a Student

    bigsick_littlesick replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Students

    Oh and I forgot to mention another non-CNA hospital job would be to work as a CPD tech (Central Processing and Distribution). I think most other places call them Central Distribution but that's just...

  2. Kaplan and saunders scores

    bigsick_littlesick replied to jcmdimaano's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I got 68% on Kaplan question trainer 7, 98% on my ATI predictor test and I passed NCLEX at 75 questions (PVT worked for me). Didn't do

  3. did really good on ATI predictor

    bigsick_littlesick replied to BlueEyedGuy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It sounds like you'll do fine. I got a 98% on the predictor test. I got shut off at 75 questions, PVT worked and I'm a licensed RN. I was fortunate to have a buddy who didn't use all of his questions...

  4. KARDEX- What is it and when is it used

    bigsick_littlesick replied to MissDilini's topic in General Students

    Yep! My hospital still uses them but we're supposed to be getting EPIC system next year (which I'm ridiculously excited over). In EPIC, you can click on Full PER and everything pops up, like an...

  5. Unexpected instances where your nursing skills came in handy

    bigsick_littlesick replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in Nurses Rock

    Came home after clinicals and my fiancee and I were heading to my car, getting ready to run some errands. My neighbor's weird (adult) son pointed down the street and asked, "Is she supposed to be...

  6. Is the macbook pro retina display good for a nursing student?

    bigsick_littlesick replied to bucolicdulcet's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you've got the cash to shell out for one of those babies, sure. Do you have to drop a G on a laptop for nursing school? IMO, no. I got by with an entry level $299 Toshiba Satellite. I could access...

  7. ADN to BSN?

    bigsick_littlesick replied to BigCSN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I would eventually go back and get it. In general, you are more marketable and it can open more doors for you. JillyRN put it perfectly; a lot of hospitals are trying to get Magnet status and those...

  8. Military a good idea to get experience upon graduation?

    bigsick_littlesick replied to mr cooper's topic in General Students

    There's a topic titled 'Air Force Nursing 2013' and I suggest you read up on it. Here's a snippet regarding the scarcity of spots in the Air Force: I'm set on joining the Air Force Reserve after I...

  9. Calling all new ER grads starting Feb 2013

    bigsick_littlesick replied to sharon2012rn's topic in Emergency

    So jealous of you all! ER is my life! I'm hoping and crossing my fingers/toes I get into my hospital's new grad program. They always open ER positions so I'm so anxious for my interview! Good luck to...

  10. Non-CNA Jobs You Can Work While You're a Student

    bigsick_littlesick replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Students

    Great article! I worked as a housekeeper before transitioning to CNA. I just think it adds to your life experience and you get to know what it's like to work different positions in the hospital. You...

  11. Air Force Nursing 2013

    bigsick_littlesick replied to JillyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Is this whole topic related to applying for active duty? I've been following this thread for a while and I eat up all the info! I am thinking about joining the Reserve later on in my career. I am...

  12. Validity of Pearson VUE Trick...

    bigsick_littlesick replied to sunshinebear336's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm the same! I took mine Tues (1/22) afternoon, got the good pop-up but still nothing on the BRN site. I'm in Northern California. I want my

  13. Entering Air Force Nursing...how to prepare?

    bigsick_littlesick replied to JBFischer's topic in Government, Military

    Good information. I've gotyears till I can even think about joining (more time to work on my fitness) as I only took NCLEX today. I know this is off topic and sorry to hijack the post, although it...

  14. 3rd semester med surg-psych

    bigsick_littlesick replied to crystalmichele2013's topic in General Students

    I'm sure there are tons of programs that do medsurg and psych in third semester but where do you go to school at? I went to American River College and we did ob and peds in second as well as psych in...

  15. I feel like they should change the title of this site to "reasons why my job sucks"

    bigsick_littlesick replied to hershdawg's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Glad Orion finally stopped, I can't facepalm anymore or else I'll get a splitting

  16. Authorization to Test

    bigsick_littlesick replied to hillarybrewer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I turned in my app 12/3, got my ATT and was pinned on 12/18 and graduated on 12/20. I take NCLEX on 1/22!!! Holy moly, it's almost here! Anyway, best of luck to you

  17. CNA for the summer - good or bad?

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

    I think lillymom hit the nail on the head. I think it would be worth it to get your CNA cert and try to get a job as a hospital CNA in a per diem or on-call position. Per diem/on-call works out SOOOOO...

  18. Sutter New Grad Program

    bigsick_littlesick replied to mrs.kuzmenko's topic in California Nursing

    Sweet. I just finished up at American River College. I shall continue my hawk-like vigilance on their website going in the new year. And yes, good luck to

  19. Sutter New Grad Program

    bigsick_littlesick replied to mrs.kuzmenko's topic in California Nursing

    On their website, it says they offer it three times per year. Not sure if the start dates always land on the same month or time of the year but it would make sense if they coincided with each...

  20. Applying for Interim Permit AFTER registering for NCLEX

    bigsick_littlesick posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello all! Yes, I already tried combing through other posts and the BRN website before asking. I think I may already know the answer, I just need some clarification. According the CA BRN, "Applicants...

  21. Budgeting for nursing school

    bigsick_littlesick replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I had to wait till my cable TV contract was over before I cut it off. Otherwise I would've had to shell out $200-300! SOOOO glad we cut the cable, stupid bill was getting ridiculously out of hand,...

  22. How do I avoid the drama and cliques?

    bigsick_littlesick replied to FaithGurl93's topic in General Students

    I try to stay cordial with all of my classmates and I would say that I like everyone in my clinical group. There is, however, one girl in class who makes it really hard to be the "bigger person" and...

  23. Nursing school and working PT???

    bigsick_littlesick replied to xxkmpxx's topic in General Students

    I applaud you, Commuter! Good for you! It's gotta be tough knowing that it's all up to you and it's all on you but I think you already know how rewarding that feels :) I completely agree with you...

  24. If you weren't a nurse, what would you have become?

    bigsick_littlesick replied to wooh's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! Almost spot on alike! I LOVED my microbiology class and I would've also loved to have become a geneticist, virologist, microbiologist or research scientist. I have a talent for...

  25. Conversation starter...what are your nursing career goals?

    bigsick_littlesick replied to EatLoveNurse's topic in General Students

    Emergency nursing for me all the way! I'm beyond ecstatic to be doing my preceptorship in the ED in a couple weeks. I am also excited that I'll be graduating with my ADN this December (FINALLY!). If...