Lizzie Clayre

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  1. verbal abuse from patient

    Lizzie Clayre replied to big bang theory's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I work in a SNF, and had to send out a pt for suicidal ideation... The situation went from bad to worse. Over the last three months his verbal abuse of staff has exploded. The threat of harm was...

  2. All of a sudden an ASN is no good anymore

    Lizzie Clayre replied to pattyslattery's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    By the way... I had an extraordinary experience in the CT community College system and would not trade that for the

  3. All of a sudden an ASN is no good anymore

    Lizzie Clayre replied to pattyslattery's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Scarlettz... Your history reads like mine! I am in my mid 40s now and going back to school was scary...kept a 4.0 until nursing school and "slid miserably" to a 3.84 the top of my ADN class... I miss...

  4. All of a sudden an ASN is no good anymore

    Lizzie Clayre replied to pattyslattery's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Wow subee... Very charitable... How many young nurses did you morcellate

  5. All of a sudden an ASN is no good anymore

    Lizzie Clayre replied to pattyslattery's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I am an ASN with a prior BA in psychology... Having a tough time getting a job... Can't afford to work on a BSN until I get working! Realized how important it is to have called upon references from...

  6. 75 Questions on NCLEX, pass or fail?

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Lurksalot's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did the "Pearson trick" of trying to register again 15 minutes after I finished... Got the "good pop up" and passed... Only 75 questions and tons of SATA and alternate item

  7. Has ANYONE been hired with priors?

    Lizzie Clayre replied to KayteRN's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Many years ago, my partner and I were arrested for several marijuana charges. My case was nolled the following year. I applied to and recently graduated from nursing school. I have done background...

  8. Confused between school and preganacy

    Lizzie Clayre replied to sabita143's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Talk to the director of your program! We had a number of pregnancies, and the students were able to bank clinical days and make arrangements for exams. Worst case scenario, you take a semester off....

  9. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you for that! I need to convert that anger and bitterness to courage and resolve and channel that fervor towards passing the

  10. Connecticut LPN to RN Programs?

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Daria5363's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Go to Three

  11. Looking for Goodwin College Testimonials

    Lizzie Clayre replied to bkeegan8703's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Go to Three Rivers! Nearly a 100% pass rate on the NCLEX on the first

  12. Nursing school student loans/scholarships/grants for those with a bachelor's degree.

    Lizzie Clayre replied to MsLeana's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Oh, by the way, TRCC paid for my whole degree... 86 credits... Thru grants and scholarships! You can do

  13. Nursing school student loans/scholarships/grants for those with a bachelor's degree.

    Lizzie Clayre replied to MsLeana's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't despair! Financial aid grants are available at the community colleges... And there are tons of scholarships! Do the research on appropriate scholarships and begin writing those essays early!...

  14. How to get an edge over other nurses?

    Lizzie Clayre replied to LaceElaine's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Do everything you can to collect "A's"! Start reading and studying for the TEAS as you're doing your pre and co reqs! Leave plenty of time to retake the TEAS for a better score! Keep in mind that,...

  15. ADN class of 2013

    Lizzie Clayre replied to SC APRN's topic in General Students

    Congratulations! You are halfway

  16. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well... I think I was blackballed by a former instructor with whom I had to withdraw. Despite working a t my hospital of choice for 6 years, successful completion of my associates, fantastic...

  17. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Infinite well of kindness... I like that. I lost my way this semester. I drew inwards deeply. I went so far as to try to apologize for some imperceptible act or omission, and I was met with...

  18. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I suppose a little background information would be helpful. I have been wearing "big girl panties" longer than these children have been on earth. I am 45 years old, an officer of my class, Phi Theta...

  19. Current CT Community College RN Students Advice For Newly Accepted

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Nikki819's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    The bulk of texts are bought in the first semester, and yes, nearly all of them will be revisited throughout the program. Second semester has pedi and maternity content, Third has critical care....

  20. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you for your input. I had not thought of that angle. I am not sure that at this point it is worth the battle. Vengeance is mine sayeth the

  21. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    Lizzie Clayre replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am a nursing student who suffered lateral violence in the classroom at the hands of former friends. I would like to speak with other nurses about what happened, but fear retaliation and further...