I do not know how I am going to balance this? My children are 3 1/2 and 8 months old. I registered for a online Math & online Humanities class for Spring 2008. One week into the semester I have already had to drop my courses - I have no time to ...
I have applied to an ADN program. I struggled through Pre-Algebra about 6 years ago at a different college. Unfortanuatly my MATH did not transfer to my new college now I have to take the placement test to see where I need help. I stink at math. ...
katesmom replied to karen230's topic in Pre-Nursing
Im 33 & have been working in healthcare for 5 1/2 years. Ive thought about becoming a Nurse for at least 3 years now, but never commited myself. I have two small children, so the scheduling of classes should be interesting? I have some Pre-req...
Im a secretary in a NICU. We have critical babies that are generally 2 patient assignments to 1 nurse. We also have intermediate babies (stable) they are 4 patients to 1 nurse. We staff 14 to 16 Nurses. We generally have 40 babies in our ICN
Your post really hit home with me. I am so analytical & weigh the pros & cons of every career decision too. Ive become paralyzed by my indecision to become a Nurse. The commitment scares me & Im really dragging my feet. I applied to Nursi...
After careful consideration Ive decided between these two Nursing Programs. I havent applied to either college yet. Im a little concerned about acceptance into UNC because my high school grades were not at the top 50% of my class, but I do have all o...
Hi. We are moving back to Ohio. We moved to North Carolina 5 years ago. Im so excited to return to the good ol Buckeye State! Question: Although I used to live in Ohio, Im not that familiar with Cincinnati. Im wondering where to look for housing/apts...
I have been researching nursings schools in the Raleigh area for about a year now. Can anyone tell me about Durham Tech, Vance Granville, Watts Nursing School, ECPI? This is such a transition for me & I need some good advice. Thanks!
Thank you for the link. I hope your studies at WakeTech are going well for you.. I didnt get into WakeTech this Fall, so I was looking around for another option? I may end up trying again next Fall 06? Have you started clinicals yet? How are they ...
Our friends live in Matthews NC (a suberb of Charlotte). Its great. We live in Raleigh & love making the trip to Charlotte! There is a lot to do in Charlotte. Oh if you love to shop visit Concord Mills Outlet Mall --- FUN FUN FUN! I wish w...
Well, I thought I was going to start the NUR program this Fall, but I chickened out at the last minute & missed my opportunity to get into the classes I need. So now I have to wait another semester to start school & another year to be accepte...
How many of you fear public speaking? Its so silly, but I am so scared that I'll have to give a presentation in Nursing school & its my biggest fear! Not my only fear but my biggest! Thanks:p
I attended a mandatory info session about the nursing program at my college. The instructor mentioned care plans repeatedly, but never explained what they are? She metioned we will be doing lots of them? Thanks:rolleyes:
A little about me: I currently work in an OBGYN office as a medical secretary. I have a beautiful 10 month old daughter & I am happily married. I feel my job has made me an introvert because I sit in a cubical all day. Im a little shy, but n...
Hello everyone! My name is Leah & I live in Youngsville NC (about 20 miles NE of Raleigh) My husbands job moved us here in 2001. Since weve moved here we got married, bought a home & had a baby girl, she is 10 months old now! I love mothe...
Janice ~ I am so glad you asked this! I am in the same boat as you. I work as a Medical Secretary at a OBGYN office. It is somewhat boring because we are slowwww! There are no advancement opportunities. Very cushy, decent pay, zero stress. Ive been ...
Im here to get some support Im back & forth on whether to go to nursing school. Im afraid of the unknown (will I finish, can I handle the stress, workload, balancing kids, hubby & school?) I need someone to just push me. :chuckle
katesmom replied to wannabenursetx's topic in Pre-Nursing
Oh my gosh -- you just wrote exactly what Im feeling! Ive researched, prayed, asked ? too. Ive actually changed my mind at least 50 times. Keep this in mind We will be nervous & lacking confidence until we are taught the skills necessary for the...
katesmom replied to Student_Nurse_WV's topic in General Students
I am so glad you asked this question. :) I have been wondering the same thing. I tend to be a little shy & reserved, so that is my greatest concern right now. Im just going to be myself & hopefully things will work out. I hope its norma...
Hi. I just wanted to thank all of the labor & delivery nurses out there. When I delivered my daughter in April, I had the best L&D nurse! She was absoulutly amazing!! I would love to hear from L&D nurses out there. What do you like ...
Hi, I have a 4 month old daughter & have recently decided to apply to nursing school. Im sure many of you have raised infants while going to school. Whats the secret to your success? Did you work while in school? I dont want to deprive my daughte...