survrgrl08

survrgrl08

My goal is to be an Oncology Nurse....

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  1. HESI A2 Practice Sites

    survrgrl08 posted a topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Hi, Has anyone found any sites for the HESI to practice on? I've been looking and looking and haven't come up with anything. I may be putting in something wrong for the search engine, who knows....

  2. Food for thought for nursing students.

    survrgrl08 replied to Hope63's topic in General Students

    I am a First Year Nursing Student (again) and I am sooooo ready and prepared for this year! I found an AWESOME job working home health and I will tell you what, I will appreciate my RN sooo much more...

  3. I'm officially BACK in Nursing School

    survrgrl08 replied to EarthhAngel2013's topic in General Students

    I am excited also to be back in Nursing School this fall. I didn't do so hot last fall and I am ssooooo ready to kick butt this semester. I am not a "traditional" student. I am 34, married and have an...

  4. Did you ENJOY nursing school?

    survrgrl08 replied to heartbeep's topic in General Students

    I read this post and thought AMEN!!! Last fall was a complete nightmare for me. I did not expect my hubby to stray and he did, found out right before my first Nursing test! Then I spent the rest of...

  5. Anything you would do differently if you were starting nursing school again?

    survrgrl08 replied to linzjane88's topic in General Students

    HI! I will be retaking my ADN program again this fall! Actually I am very excited to go back into it honestly. After much reflection and taking care of personal family matters, I am ready to tackle...

  6. Fundamental Advice....

    survrgrl08 posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hi All!! I will be restarting my ADN program this fall. I was wondering if anyone else has had to repeat Fundies and any advice for study tips, tests, clinicals and exit exams. It isn't an easy...

  7. Im panicking =[

    survrgrl08 replied to vccorscc's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I was the same way last fall. I didn't pass Fundies and I am getting back on the saddle again to start over this fall. I was overwhelmed the first 2 months and was freaked out and didn't know what to...

  8. nursing test taking skills-i have nursing knowledge but can not pass any tests

    survrgrl08 replied to romaja's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hi, I have the same problem. I can narrow down the questions to 2 or can figure it out on the get go. I know that I need to practice, practice the questions. I have 2 really good NCLEX books that I...

  9. Brown Mackie LPN?

    survrgrl08 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi! I am seriously looking into brown mackie for my lpn. Has anyone had any experience with the program? Ive heard both good and bad and I'm just curious if anyone is or has gone to brown mackie....

  10. Brown Mackie LPN?

    survrgrl08 replied to survrgrl08's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi My scores for the HESI were in the 80's and 90's and my gpa was a 3.8 when I applied and was accepted last March. I wouldnt worry about your scores, they look great! I dont remember the topics for...

  11. Can an LVN/LPN discontinue an IV?

    survrgrl08 replied to Miss_3Bb's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi! I am starting my LPN program either this summer or fall pending on any other hiccups along the road. lol:D I was reading the above msgs and now I am a little confused on what we as LPN's can do...

  12. Is LPN a right career move for me?

    survrgrl08 replied to LeeLee87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I was in a ADN program last fall and didn't pass and going for my LPN! I truly am excited about it and I found a different school that will "teach" me the way I need to be taught and work around my...

  13. starting LPN program in Aug 2011..anyone else?

    survrgrl08 replied to CNM2B201?'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Howdy! Congrats all!! I attend a small private school in Northern Indiana for my ADN and didn't pass last Fall. Actually I am glad that I didn't pass. I am actually going for my LPN and I am very...

  14. Irritating Classmates

    survrgrl08 replied to ImThatGuy's topic in General Students

    Hello!! I couldn't find in the Nursing Brochure for the ADN program at a small school in Northern Indiana, the DRAMA and Back Stabbing "B" Club!!!!!! Holy Smokes the DRAMA!!!!!:argue: I am honestly...

  15. Starting nursing school....AGAIN

    survrgrl08 replied to gustergirl's topic in General Students

    I started my ADN program this past fall with the hopes of passing with a 75%. I missed it by 4!!!!!:smackingf I have since then cried, kicked, screamed, felt like crap, ate WAY to much chocolate and...

  16. Prerequisite Textbooks (like micro, anatomy, etc)--Keep them?

    survrgrl08 replied to ashbarn's topic in General Students

    Yes. They are great reference materials for questions you cant remember to answer.. I have all of mine and I am actually teaching Anatomy Lab to students this semester along with Nursing School.......

  17. Only 2nd week into school and already stressed. Anyone else?

    survrgrl08 replied to peas&carrots's topic in General Students

    HI. I started Monday and I am exhausted!!!! My instructor did say that the first 3 or so weeks of NS "suck" because you are getting used to an academic format that you simply have not had before....

  18. My most important tip for a nursing student is....

    survrgrl08 replied to 1234student's topic in General Students

    I start Nursing School on Monday!! Yea!! :). Yes I'm terrified, but after reading the great tips on here, I do feel better. My biggest fear is the written tests and how to prepare for them, but I...

  19. So many mixed feelings... how about you?

    survrgrl08 replied to gpatry's topic in General Students

    I start the 23 and I'm a mixed bag of emotions!!! I have had previous medical experience as a Breast Cancer patient in 2006 (age29) and ever since then, I find myself helping and wanting to be with...

  20. Fall 2010 Classes!!

    survrgrl08 replied to MzRN2B's topic in General Students

    Holy Smokes that is ALOT especially Chem and A/P!!!!! My advice, I would try and lighten the load. You've got ALOT of reading ahead of you!! Good

  21. One week to go

    survrgrl08 replied to cmonkey's topic in General Students

    I had orientation the 11th and got my last book yesterday and now just waiting on my scrubs!! I am scared out of my mind to start on the 23!!! I can't believe it's here allready! Holy Smokes!! I've...

  22. Tips on surviving through nursing school

    survrgrl08 replied to CrazziiRN913's topic in General Students

    As my Father in Law would say ( and he is a Nurse) " Jen, you can only fish for one species at a time." If you think about it you can't go for all of them (fish). You have to select which "breed" and...

  23. Nursing School Jitters

    survrgrl08 replied to 2bnurseskip's topic in General Students

    I start Nursing School the 23rd of August and I am terrified, excited and nervous all at the same time I had orientation the 11th and my heart about beat out of my chest i was so nervous. I'm 33...

  24. Do you think you'll/have you put on weight in NS?

    survrgrl08 replied to SingDanceRunLife's topic in General Students

    I am hoping my backside benefits from not eating:) but they say you can gain weight by not eating because your body isn't being fed. Who knows!! I had orientation today and my gut has been an...

  25. Do I really need my books on the first day?

    survrgrl08 replied to my3suns's topic in General Students

    I got my books early and have been going through them so I can get used to the style of info in them and try and feel a little bit more prepared when I start the 23 of this month!! I'm scared and...