Darkstar1485 BSN, CNA, LPN, RN

Geriatric and Mental Heath

Member

  • Content

    196

  • Visitors

    7,347

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    7

All Content by Darkstar1485

  1. Darkstar1485

    Low gpa and a bachelor's degree

    Darkstar1485 replied to Pleasepickme's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What is your undergrad GPA and pre req
  2. Darkstar1485

    Question about Nursing Track

    Darkstar1485 replied to dhumeida's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What are you currently going to school for? There are some BSN programs that don't require Chemistry and some that don't require Statistics. I go to school in FL some schools will accept physics or...
  3. Darkstar1485

    Thinking of having a baby while in LPN school

    Darkstar1485 replied to malloryg's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I was going to say something to that effect, but i didn't want to sound mean .
  4. Darkstar1485

    Thinking of having a baby while in LPN school

    Darkstar1485 replied to malloryg's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    She said it was a dumb idea not that you were dumb or stupid. :redbeathe
  5. Darkstar1485

    Thinking of having a baby while in LPN school

    Darkstar1485 replied to malloryg's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I personally would not make something harder than it has to be. i wouldnt go to school everyday holding a 5lb weight if i didnt have to. i could do it, but why?? That being said, if you want to have...
  6. Darkstar1485

    GPA just not good enough

    Darkstar1485 replied to rokbe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Can you go to school on another state? You could get scholarships. You never know. You have a high enough
  7. Darkstar1485

    Need to be inspired!

    Darkstar1485 replied to fruitypebbles's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    2.8 Undergrad GPA, and I got a C in A&P2. I still got into a BSN program. There is
  8. Darkstar1485

    Feeling down

    Darkstar1485 replied to PassionWithAPurpose's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I graduated HS in 2003 and I am HORRIBLE in math. You are chasing your dreams. You should be proud! Don;'t feel down, youre making
  9. Darkstar1485

    Finished (almost) all my pre-reqs but....

    Darkstar1485 replied to xsmashBSN_RN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Honestly, If you want to be as competitive as possible, you should take at least 2 of those classes again. It sucks, but you'd be playing yourself if you applied with 3 C's. Remember, there will be...
  10. Darkstar1485

    GPA just not good enough

    Darkstar1485 replied to rokbe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You may just have to chase your dreams and have faith. if you really want to be a nurse, you need to apply everywhere in the US (if you are not a parent). You have the grades and brains you just need...
  11. Darkstar1485

    Only male in the CNA class; feeling awkward

    Darkstar1485 replied to somekindofstrange's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There was only one guy in my CNA class. I thought he was funny and awesome, until he lied about his age and we found out that he was 40 years old. Not a big deal, but we ragged him for it. It was all...
  12. Darkstar1485

    Nursing Student using food stamps

    Darkstar1485 posted a topic in General Students

    Times are rough right now. I start my BSN in August and I just had to apply for food stamps. I work PT and the money barely covers my expenses. I'll get $187 per month which means I wont go hungry......
  13. Darkstar1485

    Finished NA class

    Darkstar1485 replied to rivershark2005's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I took my CNA exam last year. The written test was easy (for me). Skills had me SUPER anxious. i got the MOSBYs dvds to help me study. Remember to take your sweet time during the skills portion. as...
  14. Darkstar1485

    Certified Nursing Assistants - The Nurses think we have it so easy.

    Darkstar1485 replied to hfullerCNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You are frustrated and feel unappreciated and it shows. I'm not going to bash you for you comments. You obviously don't know what an RN does bc I'm sure the RN's at your job have never told you...
  15. Darkstar1485

    I got in Bethune-Cookman BSN Fall 2012!

    Darkstar1485 replied to Darkstar1485's topic in Florida Nursing

    No info yet. This waiting is driving me driving me CRAZY! I'm going to call the SON today and ask when orientation is.... I called and the Receptionist said that orientation is on the first day of...
  16. Darkstar1485

    Fall 2012 new nursing students roll call!!!

    Darkstar1485 replied to ixchel's topic in General Students

    I had to fight tooth and nail with my school to prove that I was allergic to the tetorifice vaccine. Ugh. That was a pain in the butt. Glad I was able to get that squared away. I don't mind getting...
  17. Darkstar1485

    Nurse externship experiences

    Darkstar1485 posted a topic in General Students

    Hey everyone! Has anyone ever had a nurse externship? What was your experience like? How much were you paid? I would like to do one (next summer) after I complete my first year, but I think many...
  18. Darkstar1485

    Nurse externship experiences

    Darkstar1485 replied to Darkstar1485's topic in General Students

    "PLEASE REVIEW EACH FACILITY’S WEB SITE THOROUGHLY BEFORE YOU CONTACT A NURSE RECRUITER WITH SPECIFIC QUESTIONS, as you may save yourself potential embarrassment" Was I the only one who found this...
  19. Darkstar1485

    Nursing school supplies

    Darkstar1485 posted a topic in General Students

    Hello everyone! What materials/equipment were you required to buy for labs and clinicals? How much did they cost you?
  20. Darkstar1485

    Nurse externship experiences

    Darkstar1485 replied to Darkstar1485's topic in General Students

    You are a godsend! thank
  21. Darkstar1485

    Confused between school and preganacy

    Darkstar1485 replied to sabita143's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, there certainly are exceptions. Some single parents have 3 kids, graduate with honors all while working 40 hours a week. I've seen that happen, but it doesnt always happen. Some schools have...
  22. Darkstar1485

    Confused between school and preganacy

    Darkstar1485 replied to sabita143's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Maybe no one wants to hear this, but i'll say it anyway... Abortion is a legal option. I was in the same situation at that age. I decided to have an abortion. I wanted to keep the baby, but I realized...
  23. Darkstar1485

    I'm never gonna make it!

    Darkstar1485 replied to dsy89's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    you are kinda assuming that she doesn't know for a fact that students cheat at her school. she may have no idea what she's talking about, but we don't know that. i'm sure you have plenty of integrity,...
  24. Darkstar1485

    What will YOU do with your first "real" paycheck!?

    Darkstar1485 replied to DZcarrie's topic in General Students

    LMAO! You gotta love the little things! I LOVE Tide with Downy, but I can't justfify spending 25.00 for laundry detergent right now I can't wait until I can use the fancy stuff again. Couponing...
  25. Darkstar1485

    I got a "C" in A&P 2. HELP!

    Darkstar1485 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm freaking out. I just got my final grade for A&P 2 and its a C. i took A&P 2. I tried so hard but the workload and stress was really over the top! IMHO, There is no reason why an A&P 2...