lizapadgett

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1. About to take the NCLEX for the 2nd time...Help

   lizapadgett replied to xtina8229's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Keep going over the questions and try to figure out why they picked the answer the did. I did think that the second time was harder but I feel that I was better prepared since I went over all of the...

2. If you barely pass A&P, should you continue with nursing?

   lizapadgett replied to nobhill's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   I was not a straight A student either and had to retake A&P several times. If I would of given up, I would not have graduated in Dec 2009 with my BSN and sat for boards in April and passed. Do...

3. Who pinned you?

   lizapadgett replied to missbutton's topic in First Year After Licensure

   I was not your typical nursing student. I am a single mother of three wonderful children (all under the age of 11) and took care of my disabled mother while completing an accelerated nursing program....

4. On the path to a RN Studies. Is CNA the right choice?

   lizapadgett replied to bmarrero's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   I would say that would be a great idea. I was a CNA for about 10 years before returning to school to be an RN. You will have a better understanding of what they do when you become a nurse and have...

5. Looking for a nursing program in Oregon or Washington state without a wait list...

   lizapadgett replied to angieee's topic in General Students

   Hey have you checked out Washington State University. They accept students twice a year. Transfer GPA minimum is 2.8 and there is an interview that you would have to go to in Spokane if you are...

6. About to take the NCLEX for the 2nd time...Help

   lizapadgett replied to xtina8229's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Hey, just to let you know, I failed the first time and know how it feels. I have a lot on my plate. But keep your chin up. I failed the first of February and then retook it the beginning of April...