RNinthemaking1986

So I will be starting nursing school this fall 2011, and I just can't stop thinking about it! I have so many emotions all over my mind. I'm so happy I got accepted into my first choice college. In pre reqs, I have maintained a GPA of 3.85. I am b...

Hi everyone...congrats on getting into Nursing school. Now, we all have to overcome our first challenge--The med dose exam :)) I started studying for it in the beginning of August from the required book called "Dosage Calculations" by Gloria D. Pi...

Hey seems like I was reading about "myself" when I read your post. I have anxiety too, that escalated in nursing school. Its my first semester of nur101. I can totally relate. . I know that some test anxiety is normal...everyone has it..But when it...

I'm sorry, I wish it all works out for you. Try to explain to your employer that it was a huge mistake that happened unknowingly. We are only human. I don't have much advise as I'm still a nursing student. Keep your thoughts postive.

In nursing school we are learning about so called "Hipaa police" that literally watch people in cafeteria/break rooms and snoop nurses etc. it's b/c hospitals do not want to pay big bucks for a Hipaa violation. It's 5,000$ per incident (each time u l...

Hey hun don't stress over it, I know because I'm in the same boat. My husband is the only one that works and provides for the family. I had to quit my job after my son's premature birth and that lead to so much unpaid credit card bills. We are also i...

Hi everyone, well I took my med dose on Sept 2 (Friday) and I got a 100% :) on the first try. So proud of myself for passing. Your right Geneva007--some of the schools I know want 100%, some want 95% and very few want 90% ( like my school). Good luc...

I can so relate to you...Im so anxious as well, school starts next week for me and as the days get closer, the more nervous I get. You are so right about the "unknown" part. I mean is it as hard as everyone makes it seem? We will just have to figure...

I am so thrilled to finally order my nursing uniform! This officially means i'm a nursing student :). Our nursing school uniform colors are dark hunter green scrub top/pants and a white warmer jacket with our school logo. I also purchased a littman s...

My family doctor is giving me a littmann 3200 electronic stethoscope as present for entering nursing school. Although I have purchased a littmann classic light weight already, would it be strange to use such an expensive, over the top stethoscope fo...

I think it would be beneficial for you to get a electronic stethoscope. Maybe try it out at medical pharmacies/shops before purchasing. My family doctor has the littmann electronic 3200 and he loves it. When I complemented him on it, he offered to ge...

Thanks, that's what I thought as well. I think a electronic one isn't needed for nursing 101. I'll keep that for after nursing school.

Hmm, I would not quit this job yet, but first go out and find a well paying evening job that hires you full time, part time, or even on call job. Then when you are financially stable in the new job(have a full time evening shift) quit your current d...

Hmm, I would not quit this job yet, but first go out and find a well paying evening job that hires you full time, part time, or even on call job. Then when you are financially stable in the new job(have a full time evening shift) quit your current d...

Oh ok thank you

I always tell myself "motivation is the key to success". Just keep motivated and success is all yours :)

awww your husband gave you the best advice. I am going to write that down so I do not forget :) Thank you for sharing. My husband is very supportive as well, and gives me courage daily, because of him, I got through all my pre reqs, his motivation i...

Thank you all for such amazing advices and insight.. It really helps hearing suggestions from students in the nursing program or the ones that completed it. Now I am a bit relaxed :)

Yeah I signed up for CPR class for June 1 at capital. I actually registered online at CCC and it worked

I know a girl named "Bless" and another girl named "overy" (sames like ovary)

Congratulations for completing your RN That is phenomenal! And thank you, for giving your insight--after reading your post, I feel very relieved :)

Congratulations!! I got in at capital community college in Connecticut

At capital community college--it was my first choice.

I got my acceptance letter for the nursing program :) good luck everyone

I didn't get anything in the mail yet either ..I don't know when they will actually mail the letters out. Its taking so much time! This semester is about to end ugh!