LadyFree28 BSN, LPN, RN

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    Took Exam Tuesday, results on hold until Monday

    LadyFree28 replied to Button2006's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Give yourself time to enjoy the rest of today. Breathe. The test is over; find something relaxing to
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    No degree

    LadyFree28 replied to snowwhite2002's topic in General Students

    However, you must pass clinical and theory to pass the class; that's included in the credit course. You still have the opportunity to repeat the course and clinical; again, nothing is stopping you...
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    No degree

    LadyFree28 replied to snowwhite2002's topic in General Students

    Ok, but you can still return to the program...nothing is stopping you now but your feelings about what happened... Do you want to be a RN? If so, go to the school, come up with a plan, if they allow...
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    Professional Nursing Organization

    LadyFree28 replied to BrittanieHerr's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I did this when I was in nursing school for my leadership course; I went to a local chapter meeting of a nurses association; it's best to find what is the next local chapter meeting, and go from...
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    Questions about my future nursing career

    LadyFree28 replied to futurenurse567's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just FYI: nurses work in eating disorder clinics and units as well as in public health without majoring in nutrition and public health, just wanted to put that out there. There are options to do...
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    No degree

    LadyFree28 replied to snowwhite2002's topic in General Students

    I am curious as well...you had the option to return to your final semester and PASS with a vengeance with the faculty behind you. You have the power to complete the program per your post...DO
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    Will be off orientation and I'm nervous and need advice!

    LadyFree28 replied to bluelion's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Don't forget utilizing a brain sheet...plug in "brain sheet" in the search bar and choose one. Good
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    Took Exam Tuesday, results on hold until Monday

    LadyFree28 replied to Button2006's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Will you be able to get the results tomorrow? You have hours left to celebrate completing the exam; go do something to let off steam, regroup and find out tomorrow. Best
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    Hope for Nurses

    LadyFree28 replied to hopeinhealthcare's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I wanted to post something of a variant that I have posted before; couldn't find it (on the phone... ) so here it goes: To the OP: I was discouraged many years ago as a middle school student at a...
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    Pre-nursing to nursing program transition

    LadyFree28 replied to fbrlauren's topic in General Students

    To me: all of them, the sciences as a foundation to the human body the English composition for knowledge of citing evidence-based practice and formulating care plans, papers, and communicating clearly...
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    Well, don't come back

    LadyFree28 replied to HisTreasure's topic in Private Duty

    Hope you cousin finds something soon. It's tough as an independent contractor these
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    Unemployed experienced nurses

    LadyFree28 replied to fairyheart16's topic in Nursing Career

    Getting a job is about timing, timing, timing, according to several recruiters that I talked to at a recent career fair event; looking for a job is like a full time job these days, and in the big...
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    How long did you wait to go back to school?

    LadyFree28 replied to Nightowl_lpn's topic in LPN to RN

    Five years...life happened. *shrugs* I wended up getting an associates for the pre req's I has already completed before I went to my PN program; I got licensed, was working, and applied for...
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    RN or no?

    LadyFree28 replied to bruiised's topic in LPN to RN

    It will depend on you and where you are at...to wait won't hurt... I had most of my prereq's done before I went to PN school, and went on to get my license and my associates in the same year to...
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    medication question

    LadyFree28 replied to klfbsnrn's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Doesn't hurt to look at previous trends and assess the pt; if asymptomatic, no parameters, I would give it; otherwise clarify with the MD and be prepared to offer ranges in BP and pulse just in case...
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    Working crazy hours

    LadyFree28 replied to francoml's topic in General Nursing

    Used to work 60 hours a week as a float nurse; and had two other gigs and worked like that from 25-27; life changed, and I'more about the life balance; I'm down to a part time gig, and a PRN gig; I...
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    If I start outside the hospital...

    LadyFree28 replied to Nonetheless's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Stop "fearing" being a "legitimate" nurse; you are one once you are licensed. Period...why wouldn't rotate in various settings NOT be prepared as a legit nurse??? If you want public health, then...
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    Why Is It That Everyone Thinks They're A Good Nurse?

    LadyFree28 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Wanted to bump this quote...so well
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    Why Is It That Everyone Thinks They're A Good Nurse?

    LadyFree28 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Emotional maturity is a growing pain...especially in nursing. To share: I found myself less inclined to be not as "sensitive" because I was raised in a military family, on top of that I was a very...
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    Jobless

    LadyFree28 replied to kemifair's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This is pretty spot on. At this point, a nursing refresher course would give a HUGE boost on your résumé, and give you some form of honing your practice. Keep working, and try out of the box...
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    That person

    LadyFree28 replied to AmandaRn912's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Usually my "speak" gives it away; however, my mom LOVES to announce to everyone that I am a nurse. I've had a Grandmom question what I was doing; she was a CNA at a nursing home; I thought it was...
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    Nursing school student loans.

    LadyFree28 replied to 2k15NurseExtern4u's topic in General Students

    Due to the current economic climate, you may be delayed up to a year or two in finding a job; some grads up to three to get that "job"; there are many repayment options like income-based payment, as...
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    Wage Theft: Justice in the Workplace

    LadyFree28 replied to Imagepoem's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    The depart of labor doesn't take issue like that lightly. About 2 years ago, I relieved a check for unpaid overtime; I suspect I will get another one soon after a lawsuit directed at local area...
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    HELP! Took nclex yesturday !

    LadyFree28 replied to statenislandAM's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I got the contact your state BON...either way, you can't say whether or not you passed until you get either the official results or contact you BON, which is your best bet. At this time, relax, enjoy...
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    One thing I learned today is that honesty will get you nowhere in Nursing School.

    LadyFree28 replied to guest08/05/2014's topic in General Students

    That the OP has good grades... We only know from the OP that they want him to drop the class; and he only reports that because he got a 0, he drops a letter grade, but not WHICH letter grade. The OP...