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  1. Best way to break into cardiac nursing

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in Cardiac

    Got the job :) Thanks for all of your great

  2. DFW Internships 2013

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to meraki86's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am not sure about the exact time frame for Baylor apps, but they do only take BSN. UTSW has their positions posted, but they also only take BSN unless you are an internal applicant (I have an...

  3. Best way to break into cardiac nursing

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in Cardiac

    I have my interview for the cardiology floor at my hospital next Thursday!!!! So excited!! Any advice for the interview from you seasoned cardiac

  4. Who started studying yet?

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to ImDaMan11's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    HA I had this huge plan of how I was going to really review everything from Med-Surg I (I'm going into my final semester) and start reading early... school starts next week and I have yet to crack...

  5. Private loans & community colleges

    sugarmagnoliaRN posted a topic in General Students

    I may need to take out some extra loan money for my last semester of nursing school... I'm at a community college & looked high and low for private student loans before beginning the program (I...

  6. Private loans & community colleges

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in General Students

    Yes I did apply & I got some financial aid through the government so that was helpful. I just wanted to see if there were any other options to fill in the gaps. I am quitting a higher-paying job...

  7. Starting in a specialty vs. Med-Surg

    sugarmagnoliaRN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This is a question for seasoned nurses - do you think it's unreasonable for a new grad to start in a specialty, even with an internship & other training? I feel like I may be able to get a foot in...

  8. Starting in a specialty vs. Med-Surg

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks y'all! HouTx, very helpful. I do feel that most of the units in this hospital create a welcoming atmosphere for new hires (new grads or experienced nurses), and that there will be lots of...

  9. What to review before last semester of nursing school

    sugarmagnoliaRN posted a topic in General Students

    I am entering my final semester of nursing school in January and am wondering what material I should be going over during the break. Our last semester is Med-Surg II. I know I should really just enjoy...

  10. What to review before last semester of nursing school

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in General Students

    Thanks y'all! I'm about to get started on a comprehensive Med-Surg review... Just need to wait until the motivation kicks in. Here's hoping it does!

  11. Private loans & community colleges

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in General Students

    Thanks! Still searching... I know Wells Fargo has a community college-specific loan but my school isn't even eligible for that

  12. HESI every semester

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to melizerd's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    We have them every semester as well. They are all different. Study the HESI Comprehensive NCLEX review book and anything you went over in class... the "HESI hints" in the HESI review book really help!...

  13. Best way to break into cardiac nursing

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in Cardiac

    Thanks for the input y'all! I have an interview this week for a PCT position on a cardiac floor and another manager told me to stop by & meet with her so we can talk about the unit & their...

  14. hesi exam...

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to turnforthenurse's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    adpibri - I'd study anything you covered in class this semester, and any case studies/practice quizzes on Evolve you've been using during the semester. The HESI Comprehensive Review book has been...

  15. Job advice while in nursing school!!!

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to xxkmpxx's topic in General Students

    Personally, I would get the hospital experience & get my foot in the door. Especially with the opportunity to float, you'll probably get to experience more units than your school's clinicals will...

  16. Class of 2013 anyone?

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to Lizzyru's topic in General Students

    May 2013, what uuuuup!!!

  17. Why do students get asked to do everything?

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    Side note - not really something I was asked to do by a nurse, but I was helping a fellow student do a bath & bed change on a total care patient once... this woman had a lot of skin breakdown,...

  18. Why do students get asked to do everything?

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I have heard some terrible stories from nurses about things they were asked to do as a student, but I don't feel that I've ever been asked to do anything unreasonable. I love the opportunity to...

  19. Am I burnt out? What should I do?

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to NOLAgirl2's topic in General Students

    I think it happens to the majority of all students! I have a previous degree and let me tell you, I couldn't wait to be done with that one either. But the grass is always greener on the other side......

  20. Am I burnt out? What should I do?

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to NOLAgirl2's topic in General Students

    QuarterLife has the right idea. I am wrapping up 3rd semester of a 4-semester program, and senioritis is beginning to set in (partially just because this semester is the most fast-paced in our already...

  21. Best way to break into cardiac nursing

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to sugarmagnoliaRN's topic in Cardiac

    Thanks! I figured Med-Surg was the place to start to get some experience under my belt, but I wanted to make sure I could be marketable to cardiac units when the time was right. Do you think...

  22. If you eat your young... (venting)

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to allie1230's topic in General Students

    Totally agree that she was out of line to call you out in front of others - definitely should have discussed it with you in private. Clearly, it devalues everything she wanted to say to you by doing...

  23. If you eat your young... (venting)

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to allie1230's topic in General Students

    I can understand why the charge nurse was upset, as violating HIPAA is a big deal. Especially since if you were there on your own accord, not as part of your school's clinical rotations, that...

  24. This is getting SO frustrating!!

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to J&B-RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Baylor hospitals in Texas have great internship programs if you're looking to change to a new unit. I think a BSN is required, but start looking into it! Hope that helps

  25. How to prepare for precepting on night shifts

    sugarmagnoliaRN replied to kateliza's topic in General Students

    I agree with the "freshening up" tip - that will help wake you up! Especially the brisk walk. Now that the weather is starting to get cooler, it'll be even easier to wake you