Maggie in NC

Maggie in NC

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  1. Interview Questions When Entering Nursing School

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The first part is from a nursing instructor at a college so, YOU KNOW IT's good stuff! Dress as if you were going to a business interview. This would include: Solid color, conservative...

  2. What's the difference between a CNA II and an LPN in NC???

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I am sure this is probably a stupid question to most of you but, I can't really find the difference between and LPN and a CNA II?? I see several ADN programs that say "Eligible for NAII" after the...

  3. No She/he Did Not!!!

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in General Students

    New fun thread. Please finish the sentence: NO she/he did not: Mine: NO SHE DID NOT WALK INTO CLASS WITH a RED THONG CLEARLY SHOWING UNDER HER

  4. !!!Need an online Math class on qtr systm!!!

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Rut Roh...just found out I need a math by March. Anyone know of an online math class on the quarter system I can take? Math 101 is fine. Thanks in

  5. ADN School possibly closing next year...

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I found out the ADN program at my school may be closing next year because of politics. The school was part of a consortium with Haywood Technical and Southwestern Community College. Haywood Tech has...

  6. Anyone a CNA/nursing assistant b4 an LPN?

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I am getting my CNA this semester while I finish my pre-reqs for the LPN program. Did you find your CNA experience was very helpful in getting your LPN? Also, in my state, we have a CNA II that can do...

  7. North GA mountain area hospitals...

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in Georgia Nursing

    Anyone from Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Hiawassee? Wondering about positions while in nursing school and after.

  8. Smoking bans in and around NC hospitals

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I've noticed most hospitals in my area have completely banned smoking from the premises and some are even testing employees and won't hire smokers! What's the policy where you are? Thoughts about it?...

  9. Decisions. decisions

    Maggie in NC replied to aspire711's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Another thought: See if the nursing program has evening classes. You're going to be pulling your hair out but you can get everything you want accomplished! Good luck! And, GOD BLESS YOU, cuz I would...

  10. What would a degree in Healthcare Admin getcha?

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in General Nursing

    So...if you have an RN (ADN) would getting a Bachlor's Healthcare Admin really get you any where? Just

  11. Decertification Petition Filed Against the California Nurses Association

    Maggie in NC replied to Sherwood's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    My intent was to show the many cards these people are trying to play to get nurses to join "their cause." The sooner PEOPLE (not just nurses) realize that they can make change without literally...

  12. Anyone thinking about med-school?

    Maggie in NC replied to nurseabc123's topic in General Students

    I haven't thought about med school but I have thought about P.A. school. Just seems as rewarding with better hours than an N.P. Any thoughts regarding my perception are

  13. Stethoscope Questions... Please Help!

    Maggie in NC replied to belabelisa's topic in General Students

    The Master may be overkill but, if you have a problem hearing sounds with others talking around you the Master is THE TICKET! Our class even bought our instructor one for Christmas because she...

  14. Decertification Petition Filed Against the California Nurses Association

    Maggie in NC replied to Sherwood's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    This was posted on a very popular guysnamelist.com site. Don't think they aren't recruiting elsewhere....please notice the politcal statements used (see items in bold). Labor Union Organizer Date:...

  15. New Graduates In The Icu?

    Maggie in NC replied to Aaron Catmull's topic in General Nursing

    Some new nurses want to go into ICU/ER because it is a requirement for application into some C.R.N.A. and P.A. programs. (Don't flame me!!) I certainly wouldn't want to spend a year or even six months...

  16. New Graduates In The Icu?

    Maggie in NC replied to Aaron Catmull's topic in MICU, SICU

    Some new nurses want to go into ICU/ER because it is a requirement for application into some C.R.N.A. and P.A. programs. (Don't flame me!!) I certainly wouldn't want to spend a year or even six months...

  17. pre-nursing student needing a job for experience...any ideas?

    Maggie in NC replied to donovan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A CNA job will teach you sterile field, patient contact, and how to interact with staff. It's very valuable experience. Get state certified and go for

  18. high school students Intro to Nursing program wanted!

    Maggie in NC replied to ssi9699's topic in General Nursing

    I live in a very rural area. The high school system is extremely supportive of early career choices for students. They have a program called HOSA-Health Occupation Students Association that allows...

  19. I think i' losing my mind

    Maggie in NC replied to soulsearchin''s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You deserve a medal for raising that many kids and still being SANE enough to want to help others in need! Don't panic-you can handle it-heck you raised 4 kids! I wouldn't worry about the rumors...

  20. which PDA should I buy??

    Maggie in NC replied to lccougar02's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I bought the Dell Axim X50v. It's a beauty. I love the WiFi on it as well as the MP3 so far! I'll let you know it works when school

  21. Get Over Here & Clean My Screen!!

    Maggie in NC posted a topic in Nursing Humor

    We need some more LAUGHS around here! Please post funny things that you've read on the net that made you laugh so hard you thought you'd spew coke on the computer screen! Mine: I recently read about...

  22. What are the item(s) you need most for nursing school?

    Maggie in NC replied to rn2be2006's topic in General Students

    Scrubs with pockets like painters pants. Love the access to my scissors, pens, and change without having it in my scrubtop pockets (which seem to spill out every time I bend

  23. Ack! Paying the price for honesty about Depression Diagnosis

    Maggie in NC replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    Can I just say thank you to the orginal poster? I have PTSD and suffered from depression after the death of my spouse. I have learned from your post that perhaps admitting my PTSD to the BON may not...

  24. Anyone get A's in nursing school?

    Maggie in NC replied to Roseyposey's topic in General Students

    A 4.0 going in is a great thing but an R.N. is a greater thing. While I hope and pray I can maintain my grades-I am more concerned with finishing my

  25. Admission rant...just blabbing

    Maggie in NC replied to okie2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Same at my school. There are points for GPA, residency (you have to live within the service area of the CC to even be considered!), score on the Health Aptitude, and # of pre reqs taken, as well as...