MermiesGreatGig

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  1. can I get into a nursing program with bad credit?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to Natona's topic in General Students

    I used to work in HR. Some places of employment may do a credit check. However, there are protection laws for bankruptcy. You cannot be denied employment because of a bankruptcy...provided that you...

  2. Any Encouragement or Advice?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to kmt22773's topic in General Students

    Yes, there is a right time to jump into nursing school...RIGHT NOW! Go for it! Life is not a dress rehearsal. I am 39 now and in my 2nd semester of an ADN program. I wish I would have done this...

  3. Cliques in Nursing School

    MermiesGreatGig replied to KMC-RN-BSN-710's topic in General Students

    Gee, I'm sorry about how you're feeling. My class has cliques, too, but we are all basically in a family-type atmosphere. All I can say is remember why you're there...to become a nurse. It...

  4. How do you wear your hair for clinicals?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to Kamdyn's topic in General Students

    Just do a pony tail, but wrap your hair into a bun as you're wrapping the pony tail

  5. Age you will/were graduated?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to sweetiez's topic in General Students

    I will be a VERY young 40 years old!!!

  6. Sleep?!? Any hope??

    MermiesGreatGig replied to irish_fiddler747's topic in General Students

    You will find that nursing school exams aren't memorization based, so cramming won't even be necessary. For example, you will not be seeing questions like: What's a normal blood pressure? Instead,...

  7. Worried about instructors

    MermiesGreatGig replied to futurenurseashley's topic in General Students

    Just think of it this way...if they're fresh off vacation, they'll be more relaxed, focused, and definitely in a much better mood to deal with you and your classmates. First semester is very tough as...

  8. Advice- Prozac or Zoloft?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to IT_GETS_Better's topic in General Students

    I've been on anti-depressants...hmmmmm...wonder if it has anything to do with Nursing School...LOL! Anyway, I found askapatient.com to be a very helpful website in making decisions about meds. It...

  9. I'm such a horrible wife!!!

    MermiesGreatGig replied to amd75's topic in General Students

    No, you're not a bad wife. However, you "typically" only have a 10th anniversary once. It is extremely special and a cause for immense joy and celebration. Do not allow the pressures of school to...

  10. What mantra is getting you through nursing school?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to MySimplePlan's topic in General Students

    "Keep on

  11. Those nursing students that just don't seem to "get it"

    MermiesGreatGig replied to SolaireSolstice's topic in General Students

    This is only my first semester in Nursing School, but I think you should run for your life. YOU have enough to do just to make it through yourself. It sounds like he isn't applying himself and is...

  12. Need your help - trying to change school policy

    MermiesGreatGig replied to CrystalShip's topic in General Students

    My AAS program for RN requires a

  13. most difficult part of nursing school?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to bmr7's topic in General Students

    It depends on what type of person you are. For some, it will be the exams. For some, it will be the skills. For some, it will be clinicals. For me, because I have no previous medical background...

  14. A Question for ADN Students and Grads

    MermiesGreatGig replied to sarahkk's topic in General Students

    I'm going to a small community college. My entire degree with all miscellaneous fees/book/uniforms/... will be less than

  15. Need Sleep

    MermiesGreatGig posted a topic in General Students

    I've always suffered from mild insomnia, but it's getting ridiculous! I just entered my first semester in an ADN program. I am sooooo exhausted at the end of the day that I should just crash in bed....

  16. I'm torn. HELP!

    MermiesGreatGig replied to studentnurse4964's topic in General Students

    "I :redbeathe it there and plan to stay after I finish school" "I don't want to leave the facilty!" So...why are you asking if you should leave? Seems to me like you answered your own question. Who...

  17. Dealing with life changes in nursing school...Vent!

    MermiesGreatGig replied to Mommyto2and2's topic in General Students

    You never made mention of addressing any of these problems with her. Since she has no place to go, I suspect she will follow a set of rules if you simply make her aware of them...AND then enforce...

  18. Advice on how to handle extreme anxiety

    MermiesGreatGig replied to Becky8's topic in General Students

    Have you approached a counselor about this? Perhaps a few sessions may help you uncover what's causing this. If that doesn't help, maybe you need a mild anxiety medication for it. Do you have a...

  19. Should a nursing student be given a 2nd chance if they have a positive drug screen

    MermiesGreatGig replied to PEBBLES1's topic in General Students

    I don't think the place of employment would contact the school. I used to be in HR, and I've never heard of that. Believe me...they will just shred her resume and be happy they didn't hire her. I do...

  20. my kid wants a sibling, I want to start nursing school

    MermiesGreatGig replied to la mama 310's topic in General Students

    You're not sure you want this baby right now, so don't do it. I've only been in nursing school for 2 weeks. Already, 2 girls dropped out because they have small children and couldn't take the...

  21. Going to Nursing School!

    MermiesGreatGig replied to Dottie, RN's topic in General Students

    I also just finished my 2nd week in nursing school, and I agree that it's tough! But, I know it will be worth it. My situation is my husband and I separated (after 16 years of marriage) right before...

  22. To pass or To be the highest?

    MermiesGreatGig replied to psySins's topic in General Students

    There's nothing wrong with either way of thinking. I think accepting how you are is the most important thing. If you are naturally competitive, then embrace it and deal with the consequences of...

  23. Starting Nursing School and Getting Divorced

    MermiesGreatGig posted a topic in General Students

    Hello all you lovely nurses and students! Merry Christmas, first of all. Now, on to my issue: I am starting an ADN program in January at the local community college. I've dreamed of this for 18...

  24. Starting Nursing School and Getting Divorced

    MermiesGreatGig replied to MermiesGreatGig's topic in General Students

    Thank you to everyone. Your time and words are more appreciated than you can imagine. I have no choice but to just throw myself into school and allow it to consume me. I need something this intense...

  25. Took the NCLEX Pretest for fun

    MermiesGreatGig replied to kalley's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What does that