Katydidit34

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  1. ATI Testing is BS!

    Katydidit34 replied to TsavarenaRN's topic in General Students

    We get our little books at the beginning of every semester. We take it at the end of the semester and we are also given points based on our percentile scoring. At my school it's 40th percentile....

  2. Anyone else waiting on Spring Letters from TCC?

    Katydidit34 replied to Bakers4pack's topic in Texas Nursing

    I don't know much about it other than I think you have to take three tests to test out of foundations and I know that they only take Fast Trackers in the spring. I'm sorry I know that's not very...

  3. Anyone else waiting on Spring Letters from TCC?

    Katydidit34 replied to Bakers4pack's topic in Texas Nursing

    I believe I heard a rumor that they weren't going to go out until after Thanksgiving but that can always change. I won't be on campus until Friday but I'll be sure to ask. As far as how many of our...

  4. What do nurses really think of CNAs?

    Katydidit34 replied to ccyrrus's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a nursing student and a Tech/Aide. I was orienting to a floor at my new job and I was in a pt.'s room with the aide that I was working with when the charge nurse comes in and says to the pt. "Oh,...

  5. Anyone else waiting on Spring Letters from TCC?

    Katydidit34 replied to Bakers4pack's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yes, I'll graduate in May, (hopefully,

  6. Anyone else waiting on Spring Letters from TCC?

    Katydidit34 replied to Bakers4pack's topic in Texas Nursing

    That is sooo super exciting!!! You'll be through before you know it. It really has gone by in a flash. OB/Pedi has been more of a challenge than I think I was prepared for. They are two really...

  7. Anyone else waiting on Spring Letters from TCC?

    Katydidit34 replied to Bakers4pack's topic in Texas Nursing

    Mom, I've been wondering about you!! Congratulations on your spot at UTA!!! When will you start

  8. Making a choice of Schools

    Katydidit34 replied to Mr. Beef's topic in Texas Nursing

    Unfortunately, no matter what program you choose, the competition is fierce. You just have to do your best on your prereq's to be competitive. Apply everywhere. That's my best advice. Good

  9. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm sitting here giggling. I told you!! Does he just crack you up or

  10. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm starting psych tomorrow too!! We'll all be together for the first three days. If you want, pm me and we can exchange info. Unfortunately, I'm going into OB/Pedi in the fall but I'd be glad to...

  11. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congratulations on your A!! That's awesome!! Yeah, he's a kick. He thinks he's a real comedian. LOL!! I get a kick out of people who love their own jokes, especially as much as he does. He's...

  12. lvn programs

    Katydidit34 replied to jetgirl's topic in Texas Nursing

    No matter what school you go to, make sure they are accredited and what their pass rates are for the NCLEX. Just something to keep in mind while you are looking for a school.

  13. Getting Organized Before Starting School

    Katydidit34 posted a topic in General Students

    I, like many of us, am staring my first semester in August. I've been a stay-at-home mom since the birth of my twins six years ago. I have been going to school for the last two years but I know that...

  14. UT Arlington

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    Well, I know it's tough but you are lucky enough to have the grades to open lots of doors to you. Keep the faith. The right school will come up at exactly the right

  15. UT Arlington

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    Well, apparently I'm getting old because until your second post, I had no idea what IRL meant. LOL!! Got it!!

  16. UT Arlington

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    Just to clarify, I wasn't trying to be negative about UTA, just sharing what people I have talked to who have gone there have shared with me. The school is still up and running, they must be doing...

  17. UT Arlington

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    Well, if you can get a full academic scholarship, go for it!! I would also check into TWU. They have one of the BEST programs in the state. If you want to go ahead and get your BSN, I would apply...

  18. What is the trick to getting hired in DFW??

    Katydidit34 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Good grief!! I know for a fact that area hospitals are in desperate need of PCT's/Nurse Externs but can I get a call back? NOOOOOO. I've heard that you have to know someone. Well, I know a few...

  19. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    I got to meet Brealynn!! That was just too cool. AND SHE BROUGHT ME CHOCOLATE!!!! I was cracking up. I thought that was so sweet, hehehehe, literally. It was interesting being one of the people...

  20. TCC Prereqs/core classes

    Katydidit34 replied to amlaboy's topic in Texas Nursing

    If you don't have any college classes at all behind you, I would ease my way back in with psychology, maybe comp I, and if you need math remediation, take that too, that way you can build you study...

  21. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    I talked to Bev yesterday and she told me the exact same thing. You know what they say?? "It ain't over till the fat lady sings." I've still got my fingers

  22. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    Don't worry about the unknown project. It is soooo much fun!! I loved Micro. It could be challenging but it was a super cool class. You'll love it!! Matthai is a hoot!! You'll like

  23. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    I need all the practice I can get. Math is NOT my best subject. Still no phone

  24. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    Katy: Thanks for the info. Also, how many hours are you actually having to devote to the program per week? Foundations, the first semester is like a full time job. You are there four days per week...

  25. Tarrant County College?

    Katydidit34 replied to momto2beauties's topic in Texas Nursing

    I have two men in my clinical group, (there are 10 students per group), and in my theory class of 25, we have 6 or 7 men. I know that htere are quite a few guys in the program at various semesters....