Aly529

Yup, I'll be in school this summer ...taking 11 credits and working full time.

Yes, you're "searchable" through public records but what I meant is no one can tell me they know what I did the other day, what I like to eat, how someone ****** me off at work or how I dress on the weekend. No one but my actual friends (real life not fb friends). Also, there's always the debate about what type of account you keep. Do you have only family, only friends, coworkers? Do people feel bad when you don't accept them? Also, many say they use it so people can find them like old friends, classmates...but then they say you can use a fake name...that defeats the purpose a bit. I just don't need that. I have bigger fish to fry. I am not going to make this a debate on whether FB is a good idea or bad, I am simply saying I find it useless and a total waste of time. It makes it's money of marketing based on what you like and the data you give it and I just chose not to participate. And yes, you can censor what you'd say however we're not talking about private one on one conversations with your best friend. I'm talking about having to filter things like what you did this weekend, what you drank, how overwhelmed you are, who you argued with, or general rants that people tend to post on FB and the people who get to read it. Suppose you skipped work to study and your boss finds out because of FB or you skipped school to sleep because you were too overwhelmed. It's just to much "what if". And if there is no posting of things like those details then it's not real life so again, I find no point. Too much drama and time wasted for me. I find many that are just plain addicted to FB and what new updates and pics people posted. AGAIN, you don't have to agree but I am sure I am not the only one out there who chooses to stay away.

Have you heard back yet? Are you able to call them?

Ummm...sorry and please don't take offense but I have taken MANY drug tests and ALL will have you sit down there and pee again. If you leave they contact the employer. They will accept a second specimen only if you remain there. It just seems odd that they didn't offer that option.

Hi. I would post this in the General RN program so you can get more answers from working RN's. Most of us are pre-rn students like you. Anyway, I'll give you the answer I think is most true. There is paperwork but most is moving towards being electronically entered like charts and such. It all depends where you work (not unit but whether it's a large hospital or small clinic). There will be paperwork regardless. Patients have files and you need to document what you see or what you've done. And, no it's not so much medical coding and billing, dr's or medical assistants, cna etc's job. It is also part of their job but not just their job. No one will do it for you in other words. They have their own to do. No matter where you go in the medical field you are likely to have some documenting that you need to do whether it be electronic (like scanning the medicine to input into the patient chart) or good old pen and paper. Also, if you read some of the general nurse's posts, a lot of them mention they feel they need more time with some patients but don't have it since they have more then 3 (unless ICU) or they have charting to catch up to.

Everything in moderation.

No FB here. Ever. You cannot google me. Not that I don't see how it MAY be helpful for some and of course with discipline and common sense you can stay out of trouble by either wasting time or posting the wrong things. It's just that I watched a 60 mins interview where they showed early documentation of the guy who owns FB (forgot his name) and he mentioned something along the lines of "I can't believe how many idiots sign up and give me all their info"... So I'd rather stay away. Also, if I have to use a fake name and sensor what I post to "market" to a certain crowd or not befriend certain people then what's the point. It's not really me. My real friends know how to reach me.

Oh wow.... hehe 8. Any nurse who smokes, uses liquor in any form, gets her hair done at a beauty shop, or frequents dance halls will have given the Director of Nurses good reason to suspect her worth, intentions, and integrity. BAD NURSE!

Awww congrats. :up:

If you see no clear path that he's taking to be sober NOW with good intentions then leave it along BUT by what you posted, he apparently doesn't see getting sober before nursing school as a priority so then I would report him. I have never been a "snitch" and disliked them most times but this is a big exception. He has a serious drug problem (heroin and pills are NOT a joke, not even alcohol ) and the LAST thing I would hate to see is him get in (take someone's spot who worked their a$$ off to be there) and hide his addiction (which addicts learn to do well), then graduate and be my nurse. NO freaking way. SMH Like I said, I am not promoting snitching by any means, I also don't think one should get in someone's way of making a better life for themselves whether they have a shady past or not. Clearly, in this case he's so addicted he thinks he can "make it" as a nurse while popping/snorting and whatever else he does. Not cool. Not fair for that one person who worked so hard to be there and now got wait listed and a complete hazard to all future patients. PS. Even if he's drug tested an addict will research this and try to pass it. EDIT: And yes, you need to BE SURE that he is back taking drugs like others said.

Oh you guys are great! Seriously you've given me some really good ideas. The description of each pile made me laugh! The duh, ummm and huh piles! I'm going to use it though. I appreciate all the advice. I feel like I've been out of school for so long and I need to prepare myself.

Seems like a silly question but to be honest I've never used flashcards. Not sure where to start. I know the basics but I think I'd get frustrated and "cheat".... any tips? I tend to learn by seeing things or remembering conversations. Should I start talking to myself? LOL I don't need them now but I know I will by the Fall term. Thanks.

This helps a lot. I always check mine before.

I agree 100%. Honestly, I use to be real good at math until I started missing school (HS) and lost the train. In math when you miss a concept it is nearly IMPOSSIBLE for you to try to take a higher class and get it. I tried that 7 years ago and failed. Found it looked like Chinese and I just gave up. I went back now and this timer around, I'm taking a LOWER level which is basically pre algerbra even though I tested into algerbra (borderline) and just looking at the book and I know I will get it this time around. I'm not scared or dreading the class this time around. Anyway, that's just an example but trust me it will help with any level of math. Also, since it's your focus to pass and possibly Ace the class then take your time and take easier classes with it. It's better to delay your entry to get good grades then to rush with mediocre ones. And yes, NEVER give up.

lol thanks

Big bugs? I never see bugs...lol. Seriously. I :redbeathe living in Fl.

Go for it if you feel you can do it. Don't let anyone put doubts in your mind. Yes, it will take focus and studying but you're doing real well in anatomy and there's no reason to think you won't be able to make it. I don't think you'll have a problem BUT if you do, audit the class. Good luck!

Thanks for sharing your story. I have no idea why I waited so long but I'm glad it clicked. I'm focused and ready now and I'm there because I want to be not because it's the "proper" thing to do. I think many college kids (kids,lol listen to me I sound like an old lady) anyway, many young adults fresh out of high school enroll in college because it's what everyone tells them they should do but some are just not ready.

I agree. Otherwise, you'll have to take at least a part time job.

Thanks for understanding. No, no sciences yet. I mainly took math, english, sociology and psychology. I did so good in some (A's in psychology and sociology) and COULD have done really well in others IF I WENT TO CLASS. None of my courses are expired. Taking English, Math and Spanish *humanities credit* this summer and plan to ace every single one. I have NO other choice otherwise I'm wasting my money and time.

Thanks for explaining. Do you think I can manage taking AP1 before chem? I have common sense and don't mind doing the extra research...

Thanks for the advice everyone. I had the idea to take extra classes too (easier ones). They don't let you start over so to say...I already asked. My degree gpa is 2.25 though. My overall is 1.36. I'm going to go back and talk to her at the end of the summer term and ask more questions. It sounds like if I work hard enough I can get there so I gotta stop thinking about all the negatives. I can't take back what I did before... HINT: lesson to those fresh to college reading this...lol

Luckily most of mine are basics that I will be retaking -so I'm glad to hear that's an option. I should have asked here more while I was there but I didn't. Also, hoping that since these were 7 years ago they'll look at my current record more and retaking won't look so bad. I just have to do extremely well.

Oh wow. Extra stress not needed. Understood. I can only imagine how mad I'd be... You'll get through it. You'll laugh about it one day.

Hey everyone... We're all going through the same journey so I figured it can't hurt to ask for some advice. I am almost 27 and decided to go back to school to finish what I started. Despite the many careers I've thought off it always has come back to nursing so I am going to do it this time. Obviously, with the age difference I'm taking college much more serious with more focus then before BUT I have a lot of fixing to do. I signed up for college when I finished HS because it was the right thing to do... I had NO focus and ended up leaving and working full time for the next 7 years. I left school with a 1.36 GPA. :banghead:Horrible, I know but I promise I am by no means stupid...I just seriously didn't apply myself and eventually stopped going. The problem is I now have to work my ...ahhhemm...off to get it fixed. I've tried multiple GPA calculators to get an idea of what I can realistically get and I am a bit disappointed. The requirement to get in is 2.5 but realistically people who get in have 3.5 and higher. I know I can get A's NOW but how can I fix it when I only have a couple of classes to do...I have a glimmer of hope and was told by a counselor that for example if I retake ENC1101 and get an A my D in the past will be removed? Is this true? What do you guys know about this and what advice can you give me. I plan to put my all into every class even if it takes longer but if I could retake classes that I previously got a F in *because I didn't go enough* then will those grades be removed?