Lovelymo79

Lovelymo79

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  1. CURE FOR HIV

    Lovelymo79 replied to healthstar's topic in General Nursing

    Not a cure, but they have discovered an antibody that destroys HIV strains. It could potentially help find a vaccine:...

  2. Relocating for first RN Job!

    Lovelymo79 replied to Danielle27's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Danielle, how's the new job going?? And how are you enjoying your new

  3. Jobs while a nursing student?

    Lovelymo79 replied to Derringer's topic in General Students

    I work as a nursing assistant (about 15 hours a week) at the hospital my diploma school is associated with. I also work as a substitute teacher. I am in the evening program so I work during the day. I...

  4. Patient Sitter Job

    Lovelymo79 replied to thekidisback's topic in General Nursing

    I work at a hospital in NJ as a nursing assistant but have been pulled many times to be a sitter on the floor (but a lot of times in the ER). I think it depends on the shift and what the patient is...

  5. Out-of-state New Grad/Intern applicants

    Lovelymo79 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi All, I'm 1 year down, 1 year to go in my nursing program and starting to get a little concerned about graduating next year. I'm starting to look into new grad/internship programs (yes, a year...

  6. Is working during Nursing School a good idea?

    Lovelymo79 replied to BtownRNHopeful12's topic in General Students

    Anything is possible if you put your mind to it. I just completed the first year of a 2 year program and I HAD to work. I worked full-time 5/6 days a week and then went to school/clinical 4 nights a...

  7. Out-of-state New Grad/Intern applicants

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Cool! Thanks for sharing your experience! I'm sure I'll be in touch as time gets closer...paying 100% of your MSN..that's

  8. I'll be you in a year!

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yup...I've been watching the Texas region..about to make it a favorite! lol I'm also talking to my friend who relocated there the beginning of the year after being recruited down there. I'll contact...

  9. I'll be you in a year!

    Lovelymo79 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Well, I have 1 year down, 1 year to go and it aint looking good! People told me last year, the economy should be back on the upswing by the time you graduate because I saw so many people not being...

  10. I'll be you in a year!

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in First Year After Licensure

    RN2BDFW, a diploma program IS a RN program. There is just no degree given, we "generally" have more clinical hours than ADN and BSN programs but we sit for the same test -- the NCLEX. Actually, I've...

  11. Out-of-state New Grad/Intern applicants

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks guys! Danielle -- what was your answer for "Why are you looking to relocate here?" because honestly, unless it's somewhere where I was interested in moving to ANYWAY (like Texas -- even before...

  12. Relocating for first RN Job!

    Lovelymo79 replied to Danielle27's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hey! I'm still in nursing school so I can't tell you from first-hand experience but I have a friend who relocated to Texas (we're from Jersey) and while she was nervous at first, she absolutely LOVES...

  13. Stay a CNA or become a PCT

    Lovelymo79 posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    *I posted this in the CNA discussion forum as well so you may see it there* Here's my dilemma. It's the summer between my first and 2nd year of nursing school. I work as a substitute teacher and also...

  14. Stay a CNA or become a PCT

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thanks everyone for your advice. I ultimately decided not to apply until I found out if I got into the program (signing a contract with the hospital in order for them to pay my tuition). I did not get...

  15. Microbiology, Summer 2010

    Lovelymo79 replied to Anoetos's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Me!! I started micro this week (May 17th). It's 4 week fast-track course..ugh! M-Thursday 5-9pm, lab included. I'm actually already in nursing school - 1 year down, 1 to

  16. Dilemma: Stay as a CNA or become a PCT

    Lovelymo79 posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Here's my dilemma. It's the summer between my first and 2nd year of nursing school. I work as a substitute teacher and also at a CNA (I'm a diploma-school student and I work as a nursing assistant at...

  17. Dilemma: Stay as a CNA or become a PCT

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yeah..you're right. Especially about the health benefits. If I get into the program where they pay for my schooling in exchange for work, then I won't bother doing the per diem tech position, because...

  18. Stay a CNA or become a PCT

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Hi Paisley, I haven't applied for the "better" hospital yet but you think I should, even though I got it decent at the hospital I'm with? And you're right, even if I don't like it, I'll be a RN in a...

  19. Atlantic Health externship

    Lovelymo79 posted a topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Anyone hear back from the Atlantic Health (Morristown and Overlook) externship program? I was told that if you were NOT being considered, you would know the first week in March but I haven't heard...

  20. Atlantic Health externship

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Definitely! You should appy anywhere and everywhere to get a foot in. Once you're there for 6 months, apply for a transfer! Luckily, I got a position in cardiac and fell in love with it! I'll let you...

  21. Atlantic Health externship

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    I have! Got an email today for a phone interview!! I'm excited..and nervous! I sooo want this!! Where have you been applying for tech jobs? Atlantic Health was hiring for per diem nursing assistant...

  22. Totally Gross! Had to share...

    Lovelymo79 replied to Bumashes's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That's TRUE!!!

  23. Atlantic Health externship

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Don't lose hope! They got so many applications and they need to go through them. It takes time. You gotta stay

  24. Master Program Right After Nursing School Possible?

    Lovelymo79 replied to tostos21's topic in General Nursing

    Just to play devil's advocate here..while I totally agree with getting some experience first (I plan on doing the same thing after school - I'm interested in becoming an ACNP after time in cardiac and...

  25. Atlantic Health externship

    Lovelymo79 replied to Lovelymo79's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    I contacted them regarding my applicaiton and they were like "We're working on it as we speak. Stand by." That was Tuesday. Nothing yet..still waiting... No news (rejection letter) is good news,