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  1. Nclex exam froze during exam

    aachavez replied to ljaskake's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I will be taking mine soon.... I never had test anxiety til the TEAS, and all thru school. I can't imagine getting stuck like that... I might fall over and die. I hope you all passed.... cos that...

  2. Does it matter where you complete your Graduate Nurse Year/Program

    aachavez replied to kdon27's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would think starting in a smaller hospital might be a good idea for a new grad, fewer patients, not as busy, less intimdating...I dont think it would hinder you in moving to a larger hospital. Im...

  3. What do you wear under scrubs?

    aachavez replied to granolatrees's topic in General Students

    Im plus sized too. Most of my time so far has been in nursing homes which are kept warmer, so I end up sweating just walking down the hall. I sweat like crazy during clinical, usually it's not a...

  4. questions for travelers

    aachavez posted a topic in Travel

    I have some curiosity about traveling... How long have you been a travel/how many contracts have you taken? How do you decide where to go, what's important when picking a location? What things do you...

  5. Rasmussen

    aachavez replied to LizzSchaefer's topic in School, College Programs

    I am at Rasmussen Tampa, graduating in September. I like the program for the most part. Most of the teachers are fantastic, the biggest problem we're having is getting decent clinical sites....

  6. Everest or Rasmussen RN Program?

    aachavez replied to pradagirl's topic in Florida Nursing

    I graduate Rasmussen Tampa this September. Welcome adawg09, I will be at orientation, see ya there! I had some credits transfer in, and went straight for RN. Rasmussen is regionally accredited,...

  7. Laptop or paper/pen notes in class?

    aachavez replied to Lollipops's topic in General Students

    Our instructors post all the powerpoints, so I printed them 3 to a page, and took notes on the print outs. Or I'd follow along on the powerpoints on my laptop and add notes to the slides, so that...

  8. Is this uniform appropriate?

    aachavez replied to BurgundySwanson's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Making sure your clothes are clean, neat and wrinkle free goes a long way towards looking professional. I agree with above, as long as it's allowed, go for it. Congrats on the new

  9. what was your "eureka" I want to be a nurse moment?

    aachavez replied to tbjockny's topic in General Nursing

    In high school I kinda knew nursing was what I wanted to do, and couldnt think of anything else. Senior year I took a healthcare occupations course where we learned about different medical jobs, some...

  10. How does working night shift impact your FAMILY?

    aachavez replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    Im 27, single and no kids. I live near family, so the only time weird schedules gets tough is around holidays. Fortunetly everyone is pretty flexible, and tries to plan stuff so I can be there. Dad...

  11. All the cool people work nights!

    aachavez replied to meanmaryjean's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    So I'll be a new grad in September, and pretty much anticipate that I'll end up working nights. This is totally fine with me, Im single and dont have kids so I'm more flexible than others may be,...

  12. Working during RN-BSN?

    aachavez replied to aachavez's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I was thinking I would probably do part time, I'm not sure I could work full time and school full time... As far as people 'sliding' thru school, I'm seeing plenty of it now. Students getting caught...

  13. Length of orientation or preceptorship for new RN grad

    aachavez replied to funkyRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    that is really scary....I hope you get more

  14. transportation once on assignment?

    aachavez posted a topic in Travel

    How do you handle transportation once you're at location? Do you drive your own car? Do you rent, or use public transportation? Does your agency help cover the cost of daily

  15. Medical Marijuana and home care clients

    aachavez replied to MarieFlemingLailer's topic in Home Health

    My first concern is would this exposure cause you to pop positive on a drug

  16. Shoes for clinical rotation!

    aachavez replied to mandi_91's topic in General Students

    I had Nurse Mates Bryar, hoping that the heel height would help with plantar fascitis, but they ended up keeling the balls of my feet, I hated them. They looked good, and were easy to clean. I have...

  17. ADN students...how quickly will you enroll for BSN?

    aachavez replied to Katie71275's topic in General Students

    I graduate in September. I'd like to go straight for BSN, but I think I really need a break from school. Also, I want to pay down some student loans before taking out more. Also, I plan to do my...

  18. What if you're still unsure what kind of nurse you want to be?

    aachavez replied to Certifiable's topic in General Students

    Yes, this exactly.... I feel drawn to ER or ICU, and for no particular reason. I thought i was going to absolutely HATE ob... but got thru my clinical rotation, and actually ended up really enjoying...

  19. Volunteering at a hospital questions

    aachavez replied to Brittdn's topic in General Nursing

    My experience was similar, I would stock supplies, get warm blankets or snacks, answer phones, buzz people into the secure department, no real patient interaction. Don't you get some sort of...

  20. Is using quizlet to study NCLEX questions cheating?

    aachavez replied to GabrielstudentRN's topic in General Students

    Yeah, I don't really understand it it either. The OP didn't intentionally set out to study the test bank, I really dont think she should be held accountable as a 'cheater'. And banning the use of a...

  21. Is using quizlet to study NCLEX questions cheating?

    aachavez replied to GabrielstudentRN's topic in General Students

    I am curious how it came about that the OP is now suspicious of cheating, and also the outcome. Ive used Quizlet before, and similar apps, and I have stumbled on questions that have appeared on...

  22. NIGHT SHIFT CENTRAL!

    aachavez replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    Hahaha, I love this! I think I will do the

  23. Is a CNA job reflective of my future career?

    aachavez replied to JT23's topic in General Nursing

    Once you are an RN, it will be helpful to have some experience. I've done so much CNA work while in school, I've spent most of my clinical time bathing, changing and feeding. As an RN, those tasks...

  24. "Learning a New Language?"

    aachavez replied to smoup's topic in General Students

    Its almost like the military, there's acronyms for everything! If you haven't had a med terminology course, I'd suggest getting some flash cards, downloading an app, or getting a book and start...

  25. Will I actually like this?

    aachavez replied to strawberryswing's topic in General Students

    what is it that you don't like? There's parts of school I love, and others I hate. I really hate writing papers ( sooo many papers!) but the reading material is really interesting... I like...