GreenEyedPeas1

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  1. You're going to think I'm nuts

    I also love nursing school as well! I have learned so much since the beginning of the term and I just crave to learn and do more everyday. I even love doing my careplan
  2. Feeling overwhelmed with gratitude

    That is so awesome!! I love hearing stories like these. There are some great people out there. Good luck in your program! You will do
  3. Pregnancy: Before or After Nursing School

    I think that it is always a difficult decision when it comes to family vs school. I was pregnant before I started my program and sadly, it ended in MC. I decided to NOT try again and go on to nursing....
  4. My advice to the beginning RN student

    Thank you for posting this. I know a few people that are sinking in the program ahead of me and I strongly believe it is because that person is working about 12 hrs a week. That is 12 hours of extra...
  5. What is the average of a nursing student?

    I am 23 and my classmates range from 20 all the way to
  6. Backpack on wheels..Is this really necessary?

    This is my exact dilemma as well. I am considering a Zuca bag. BUT then I think I would injure my back lifting the thing full of books in and out of the car. My other option is a good north face...
  7. Fall 2012 Jitters!

    I know what you mean by the hyperventilating feeling. This is my first time experiencing this. My friends that are ahead are scaring the crap outta me. I like that you said to cover one thing at a...
  8. Fall 2012 Jitters!

    I feel the exact same way! I have heard from people that it is a normal feeling but it sure feels bad. I was always super excited for nursing and now that it is just about here, I am freaking
  9. Summer term students

    I am taking pathophysiology and one nursing class- Epidemiology. I am SO ready for a break. I only get 2 weeks though and then start fundamentals at the end of August, I am really excited! I am going...
  10. For profit nursing school

    I go to a for profit school. I start my core classes in August. I am very excited. I like my school a lot. It has it's ups and downs,but so does every other school out there. Do what is best for YOU...
  11. Orientation(s)?

    We have one orientation and it is mandatory. We have had one clinical packet orientation and next week we have our actual Nursing orientation. I think it is a bit early though because we don't start...
  12. The "one thing"

    My "things" are poop, badly broken leg bones (I have had knee surgery 2x and I think it comes from there) and I am thinking it will be suctioning trachs too cause it sounds yucky. I don't even change...
  13. How do I fight off the nervousness as a New Nursing Student?

    I could have written this post myself! I am so nervous too! I start August 27th and I am freaking out. I just want to do so well and hearing how hard it is scares me to death! We should make a thread...
  14. advice for a soon to be west coast university student!

    Yes, I transferred in 5 classes which cut my cost down a lot. I feel you on community colleges being so packed. It really sucks. And yes, the college algebra class is pretty hard. I had the very best...
  15. advice for a soon to be west coast university student!

    Hello! I am a WCUOC student. I like it here a lot. It is HARD work though and definitely NOT a perfect school. But Be prepared to study all the time. I underestimated how much studying the prereqs...
  16. Summer Microbiology!? I'm Nervous

    WOW a 4 week micro course?? Mine was 9 weeks and it was insanity. I think they will have to leave out a lot of stuff though.. there is no way to learn everything in 4 weeks. I didn't learn everything...
  17. I don't know if I'm smart enough for nursing

    Hi! I know how you feel, I got a B in physiology as well and it is looking like I am getting another B MAYBE an A- in micro now... Sometimes I wonder the same thing... like why doesn't my brain just...
  18. West Coast University--What are the chances of getting hired?

    the program is going good! There are some ups and downs with recent changes in the policies, but overall, I am satisfied. It is very intense sometimes. If you are weak in a subject, then you have to...
  19. West Coast University--What are the chances of getting hired?

    I am not a nurse manager, I am a student at WCU, but I know a girl who just graduated from there in Feb and she now has a job at UCI. Sooo they def hire students from WCU. It might be hard because the...
  20. West Coast University - BS Nursing

    And yes, the loans are outrageous. But thankfully, I have that part covered already so it is not a big deal for me. If I had kids already would I do this? Absolutely
  21. West Coast University - BS Nursing

    Okay, I am not lying to myself, it took me 3 years deciding to go there so trust me, I know the risks. I just said there won't be "extreme prejudice". If there is, then I guess I will deal with it...
  22. MATHHHHH! HELP!

    Go to a tutor! That saved me in college algebra. And also, go to the khan academy website and there will be a ton of videos on all types of
  23. Hesi addmission test

    Yes, use the book! It helped SO much. I was nervous and ended up with a 90% overall, and I am NOT the best at math. Oh, and go over medical terminology cause there was a lot on mine as well. You will...
  24. West Coast University - BS Nursing

    Wow, not hear to argue with someone who clearly has an issue with WCU students. Have a nice night now.
  25. West Coast University - BS Nursing

    Well I know hospitals do hire WCU grads, so I am not concerned with any prejudice. And I will be happy once they make it harder to get in as