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Hi there Healer555, actually it's alright. TPAPN allows 3 missed check in's a month.*** However it is recommended to do a self test if you miss a check in. This is what I did. Once you realize you miss a check in, go to a Care Now that day — they are open late and usually have a lab tech, or go self test the next day. You must notify your case manager of the reason why you missed the check in. And, how it is viewed in terms of your compliance and effort to do well in the program completely depends on your case manager. I have a very appropriate and compassionate. I have heard nightmare case managers. Some of which make you restart the program. But, this of TPAPN many years ago. ***Note that there are repercussions if you missed a check in and a chosen to test that day. Self testing is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT as soon as you realize you missed the check in. It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT you contact your case manager ASAP. Depending on your previous compliance and how "lenient" your case manager is, you may or may not be warned of extension or warned kicked out, OR you may ACTUALLY be extended OR kicked out of the program.

I have worked the night shift at inpatient mental health hospital that serves pts with acute/servere psychiatric problems often helping indigent and homeless population. RNs and mental health techs often sleep at their desks and stations. Some go to a quiet area on the unit or in their cars. Some take more than 2 hour during shifts to sleep. The house supervisors look the other way or others have stated it's fine to do. I was appalled by this being "okay" or "fine". Directors allow this. No disciplinary actions. Falling asleep is absolutely a NO NO. I have worked as a circulator and med/surg RN and have known two people fired for falling asleep on there shift. Even when there is downtime in the OR. Make sure you be proactive about your situation and take all the recommendations and discipline as given. If management or your directs you for drug/alcohol testing do not counter them, just do it. If you are positive for a test enter a program such as TPAPN as soon as possible and self report to the board I am in TPAPN for over two years because I was reported for moving too slow or sleepy. I was asked to take a drug test. I told management and HR to do a drug test immediately. I told them I would be positive for THC, and resigned. I self reported to the BON and TPAPN. Any reports such as sleeping on the job, risks to patient care, or drug use must be taken seriously not only for patient safety or loss of your license — regardless if you did anything. You must be proactive. View things as if your career is on the line.

Hi everyone, I have been TPAPN 2 years and one month. I missed two check in's in the last 30 days. I self tested both times on the same day. I have missed check ins before and only once did not self test the same day. I have had 3 out of ranges due to dilute urine in the entirety of my 2 years and 1month. No positives What are possible consequences? How often can you miss in a 30, 60, 90 day time period. I am freaking out a little.

I know that those involved in the student organizations do get to work more closely with the professors.

Hi Future J1s!!! :) I recently finished my J1 in Spring 2012!! I want to say congrats to all of those who were accepted. I am sure you are all very excited and overwhelmed. I am sure especially after the orientation in early May. I just wanted to give a few pointers of the top of my head. 1. Try to read your Assessment and Concepts chapters BEFORE the Semesters begin. Also for Calculate with Confidence. 2. Record RECORD pharmacology lectures and listen to them along with her notes. Dr. Tap is an awesome teacher and very detailed. She expects you to know everything she says and APPLY it. Her questions are based on application. The amount of material may seem on the surface as small but it is in fact a lot. Use the textbook only as a resource. Dr. Tap will teach you how to think about how drugs are used and nurses must be responsible first and foremost. 3. For Assessment, read the chapters that are not covered in the lecture but on the first test carefully. There will be many questions on this test. Especially regarding communication and culture. Also, it is important you know everything about taking vitals on the first test including the errors. Keep the knowledge about vitals in your mind throughout the semester. 4. Concepts is the hardest class for most people to master. Make sure you set aside enough time for each HESI practice test. The HESI practice questions will help you on the class tests. Listen to the lectures and read the book with the ppts. But try to find the best way to study for YOU. Studying for nursing is not like A&P. Almost everyone I knew had to rethink their study pattern. When Dr. McM teaches record her lectures. She is the coordinator of the class. 5. If you have to take Pathophysiology, I know you will be strapped for time. Focus on topic sentences, middle parts of paragraphs, and of course charts, diagrams and images in the book. The books is written ugly, I know. Also, there are quite a few good online resources out there. Read ahead but, not the first 14 chapters (she says to). Start where her syllabus starts (Brain/Neuologic disorders). She does not test over the first 14 chapters and I did not see any test questions that required previous information from those chapters. The questions are from textbook publishers and are almost verbatim language from the text. Remember pathophysiology is not part of your nursing GPA, but is your overall GPA, and you need it for Adult I + II. 6. Find balance. You will have to pick and choose your battles. And, try to have some fun and relaxation. I know the people at orientation said that, but you need to tell yourself that every day. 7. There are lots of online resources. Validate them first. Tons of online flashcard websites, slideshare, university websites, nclex nursing practice websites. Use these practice when you need a break from reading but need to still study. If someone finds this useful, please pass it one or post it to the facebook page. I want everyone to succeed. Our group is lucky to have so many great mentors and kind souls at TWU. Paying it forward is the least I could do! Om mani peme hum!

Grey's Anatomy fit really nice. A bit pricey. Always try scrubs on, ask if they shrink, look at the make-up of the fabrics. And walk around the store doing various positions. I don't know how many scrubs I have wasted thinking they looked good on, but felt like crap after 20 minutes. Sometimes a good washing or two makes them fit better as well. If you are a student, ask for a discount. Invest in a good stethoscope now, unless you tend to lose things. I say a Littmann, bar none. I have a cardiology scope but I have a little hearing loss.

Yes, all those formulas are a possibility as well as Molarity, and knowing how to change grams to moles (vice versa). No they are not provided on the test. You will also need to know hydrogen bonding, covalent and ionic bonds. Which are stronger and the behavior of water vs. polar and nonpolar solvents. Lastly, you will need to know base pairing in DNA and the number of hydrogen bonds in each. The cell biology is basic freshman level cell bio. The math is variable. Conversion from metrics to English equivalents is tested. Word problems involving rates. Most notable type of problem was division an multiplication of fractions and decimals. This makes sense because understanding how to divide and multiply fractions/decimals is required in pharmacology. As I posted before if you have time take the ATI online tests. And, using Learning Library Express LLC. http://www.learnatest.com/LEL/index.cfm/general This site has multiple types of tests in various disciplines, including nursing. And, it is free if you have a library card in your city. Good Luck!

Thanks Ladydeeb. This is truly helpful!

I am bumping this! Thanks Kuchen. I am one of those post-Bac students. I am glad my first degree finally worked for me somehow.

Why haven't you reported this to the office of academic affairs? This needs to go beyond the instructor. These students are jeopardizing everyone's academic success in class, as well as the college's reputation. I realize that a couple of the people are your friends, but seriously are they? They are disrespectful enough to do this you, while you seek your professional calling.

1. It depends on your age and immunity. 2. You will most likely need to get titers again if has been past 2 years. You will just have to give a blood and they will see if you have the antibodies still for specific diseases. 3. If you show low immunity you will need a booster. This most likely be for Tetorifice. TB is tested annually.

Actually, I think this is a good combination. I did this last fall and made "A"'s, while also working. However, I did not have much time for socializing. First, it gives you an idea of the work load you will be dealing with in clinicals. Second, A&P and micro complement each other esp in the arena of circulation, immunity, and digestive system. It may not seem directly connected but while learning one system can help you remember aspects of another, thus buttressing your comprehension and memory.

1. you will get used to the blood, poop, and mucus. 2. you will be under-appreciated and overworked. 3. you will have to get used to filling out paperwork all the time. 4. YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO CHANGE PEOPLE'S LIVES EVERYDAY. Nursing is a calling, if you heart says "no" find another way to make a change in the world.

Here is some more pointers. I cannot emphasize how great mylearningexpress helped me prepare => more than the HESI // TEAS manuals available on Amazon. If you buy those books do so on AmazonKindle (there is a free PC app) because they are much cheaper. Hello, I took the TEASV in Aug 2011. I did very well (top 1%) and this was due to studying for about 2 months, and taking the example tests offered online at ATI. This kind of test is knowledge based, not only in what you have learned in HS and Uni but also in preparing yourself for the test. The ATI manual is not enough to prepare you to make a 90 or above. You will have to do some other studying as well. I downloaded a couple of HESI exams using amazon kindle, I searched for several types of questions (esp Math and grammar) online and the best resource out there is this: MyLearningExpress.com /Learning Express Library. http://www.learnatest.com/LEL/index.cfm/help Learning Express is a free resource set up via your local or Uni library. It has several types of tests online --> Nursing Exams, AP BIO, CLEP, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT. I used several of these tests to practice from aside from the ones provided by ATI. Thus, on the day I took it I knew what kind of questions could be asked.

only within that section, and you can flag it to review over. If you call ATI with your questions they can answer specifics. Remember that time constraint. So remember if you do not know the answer at least guess before you return to it.