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  1. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Yes! Received my confirmation letter as

  2. No Medical Experience to Nurse

    OCD_Mom replied to mbrnstudent's topic in General Students

    I think it is fine that you "skipped" those programs. Everyone is entering or becoming a nurse for their own reasons and at different points of life. I already hold a BS in Botany. I originally wanted...

  3. Who has a thriving Nursing Student Association?

    OCD_Mom replied to SiennaGreen's topic in General Students

    The one at my school is inactive as well. It would be great to get these groups working and networking. I'd be interested in response on this topic as

  4. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    my son has a doctor's appointment at 8am then i have to drop him off at school...i will try to make it with just my daughter in

  5. Hygiene--HELP PLEASE

    OCD_Mom replied to ANurseWannaB's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah he seems to be in a really bad depression! A way I got my spouse into therapy was by going myself and learning to deal with it, then the counselor suggested he come in to "help me." Viola he was...

  6. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    ** I just checked my placement status on the Maricopa Nursing Website and I have not been placed yet...so I will guess that they haven't finalized the list OR it just hasn't been entered into the...

  7. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Our orientation is October 12 and I believe our packets were going to be sent out after Labor Day so I would say by the mid of next week we should probably have more info....See you then

  8. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Currently classes are being held at Estrella, Gateway and Mesa Community Colleges. As for clinicals they will be at Banner hospitals (anyone one of them.) Their children's program is in Mesa so they...

  9. where's my *insert parent figure here*

    OCD_Mom replied to bringtherain's topic in Pediatric

    You seem to be a great nurse with a big heart (wish you were here when we needed help with our son.) Honestly as a parent avoidance and out of sight out of mind. You provide escapism, I can't tell you...

  10. Child does not want g-tube removed

    OCD_Mom replied to AmericanChai's topic in Pediatric

    I'm jumping here (lurker student) but for my son when his tube was removed we threw a party 'Goodbye G-Tube.' We made it a big deal at a local pizza party place and all. Granted my son's G-tube was...

  11. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I am part of the October 2009 GWCC Cohort. I would love to get together but I am so swamped trying to tie up loose ends before classes start. If you do get something organized let me know and I will...

  12. PICC line help!

    OCD_Mom replied to Rooks22's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Speaking from personal experience with my son (he has had 3 in his 5 years) that it can depend on the medications he is being given. Some counteract each other and have to pushed through in a certain...

  13. NET STUDY GUIDE - Texas

    OCD_Mom replied to casey021501's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I bought mine on ebay I also sold it on ebay for the amount I bought it...it was a bit cheaper that way.

  14. Advice to Students: say "thank you"

    OCD_Mom replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in General Students

    What wonderful message to post! You are very insightful! I will be carrying this tidbit with me as

  15. Whats the first step when weighing a patient?

    OCD_Mom replied to JadenRN TO BE's topic in General Students

    You do have to zero out after turning them on before have the patient step onto the scale, they do not do it automatically. As the above poster said if your are using anything (towel, sheet, diaper)...

  16. place to buy nursing supplies

    OCD_Mom replied to kss0740's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I bought a few things at Scrubs & Beyond in Gilbert. The stethoscope I purchased did not work properly (sound only came from one ear-I thought I was loosing my mind!) But the have several brands...

  17. Very depressed & q for older students

    OCD_Mom replied to Christine43's topic in General Students

    Check with your school about child care assistance, mine is fairly inexpensive $2-3/hour. Also see if they have programs for autistic children. I am 35 and just starting out in classes in October, I...

  18. Pediatric ANXIETY!!!!

    OCD_Mom replied to ladnewnurse's topic in General Nursing

    IZZY is really right. As the mom to a chronically ill child it can really help you in asking the parents. Parents often know something is "off." It sounds like you did everything right and with little...

  19. Anyone else pursuing BSN as a second bachelor's?

    OCD_Mom replied to Rose10's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I can't recall the name of it at the moment but I will look into it. There is a local retired nurses organization that does assist in scholarships...I found them on scholarships.com then my husband...

  20. TB Positive

    OCD_Mom replied to New 2 iceeYouRN's topic in General Students

    I hear it is really really common...Hang in there. Big

  21. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    There is one person here who tried 4x before getting into BNF program, so don't give up!!! If it would benefit you study more for the NET and take it again if necessary. If this is what you REALLY...

  22. New sub-heading for AZ Nurses related to school only?

    OCD_Mom replied to boomerfriend's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I think that is more than appropriate...I can't believe working RN's need all of us students filling up page after page of our issues. I also think it would be beneficial for students who can be...

  23. vaccinations and tests needed for nursing school?

    OCD_Mom replied to AmericanChai's topic in Arizona Nursing

    yes I actually had a guy come to my house for a private lesson-It was AWESOME! I went ahead and took the Professional Rescuer Training, we did it in March for several reasons; nursing school but my...

  24. vaccinations and tests needed for nursing school?

    OCD_Mom replied to AmericanChai's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Here are the forms you will need http://nursing.maricopa.edu/pdfdocs/HealthSafetyDocChecklist.pdf I had my titers done with my PCP who also needs to do your physical, I went to CVS for all of the...

  25. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    OCD_Mom replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Each part of the application process is equally weighted...GPA, NET, Essays and Interview. I had a previous BS in another science but also had a VERY GOOD TIME my first round of college so parts of my...