punkydoodlesRN

punkydoodlesRN BSN, RN

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  1. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    I remember what it was like!! If worse comes to worse, and you don't get accepted, do not give up!! I haven't shared my story over here, but if you go back to our admission thread, you can find it. I...

  2. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    They don't really have rounds, per say... they just throw crap in the air and randomly decided to send out emails here and there.Seriously, they have NO system. I don't understand why, it would drive...

  3. What makes nursing school so hard?

    punkydoodlesRN replied to RareUnique's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ha ha - for my school, you can throw pre-reqs out the door. I came in with a 4.0 in pre-reqs and a 4.0 from my LVN school and this program is kicking my @$$.Like someone said, there are only 24 hours...

  4. Help! CNA, LPN, RN, BSN.....?

    punkydoodlesRN replied to LilGumble's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think a lot depends on your state and the schools. I am an LVN currently in a BSN program and if I had it to do over, I would have just gone straight BSN.For me, the LVN school was one year and I...

  5. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    I know it's hard to not stress, but really try not to! I spoke with the president of enrollment services this week helping out another student and he told me that all the applications have been put...

  6. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    I don't know a specific date, but it will likely be early next week. They are still receiving applications from Enrollment Services and interviews will continue for several more weeks - per the...

  7. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yes! And it will be very beneficial next fall, especially if you have it from the corn lady

  8. You know its a seeker when . . .

    punkydoodlesRN replied to BostonTerrierLover's topic in Emergency

    I work in detox/psych, almost all of my pt are seekers... They come to my window with completely normal vitals, calm, cool, and collective telling me that they need Ativan IM because they are having a...

  9. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    @Amy - only courses taken at a 4 yr university will transfer in, and it is on a case-by-case basisat the discretion of the course coordinator. While a patho course at a CC won't count, it is...

  10. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm holding my breath for you guys too!! Hang in there - looking forward to getting good

  11. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    For all of you still anxiously waiting, I wanted to let you know some information that was passed along to me....I had to speak with the director of enrollment services on the behalf of another...

  12. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    You could do that, but I don't think it will really be that helpful. UTMB looks at so much more than numbers, and what they accept largely depends on the applicant pool. So while someone with a 3.2...

  13. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Holla - check your PMs. Saw two interviewees today, not sure if you're on here, but if so, hope it went

  14. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yeah!!! I want to know who interviewed you - send me a PM. Here's to fast

  15. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    They are very random, but will likely (should) have more interview

  16. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Nail, check your

  17. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Anyone on here interviewing on Thursday

  18. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Don't get too discouraged yet - UTMB is famous for having a whole bunch of random notifications! Hang in there! (I know that's easier said that done

  19. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    I wore suit pants with low heels, satin cami, cardigan and scarf. Simple necklace and earrings. I smiled and gave a firm handshake and tried hard to never say 'uh or 'umm... I've developed a great...

  20. Just past nclex-pn and relocating to houston, tx!!!

    punkydoodlesRN replied to CourageousMe's topic in Texas Nursing

    http://www.cypresscreeekhospital.com is hiring LVNs right now as well. Not sure if it's full/part/prn but it is a starting

  21. Just past nclex-pn and relocating to houston, tx!!!

    punkydoodlesRN replied to CourageousMe's topic in Texas Nursing

    Not sure what area of town you'll be in, but Kindred hospital is hiring LVNs in Webster, Pasadena, and Sugarland.Kindred Healthcare -

  22. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    You're welcome. Just relax, stay calm and focused. It's fine to pause for a few seconds before you answer. Don't forget to

  23. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Interviews are held on the 3rd floor of the SON building. You will make a left out of the elevators and go through the double glass doors. Make a right in there and go down the hall to check in with...

  24. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congrats on the new acceptances!! Check your PM box on

  25. UTMB Fall 2012

    punkydoodlesRN replied to readyforutmb's topic in Texas Nursing

    We can wear dress pants/khakis with collared shirts or pressed