PixieRN14

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  1. Nursing exams and drug cards

    PixieRN14 replied to kitten2013's topic in General Students

  2. Mental Healath exam

    PixieRN14 replied to adnstudent44's topic in General Students

    Without knowing how your professor teaches, it is hard to say what would work best for you. Personally, I enjoyed my Psych class and my professor was amazing. She lectured from experience with lots of...

  3. My mom died just before Christmas - advice needed

    PixieRN14 replied to Gloryboo's topic in General Students

    I am so sorry for your loss. Last spring I was in my first Med Surg course and my mom became sick. We spent months in and out of Drs trying to figure out was wrong, and I even considered asking my...

  4. Overall 80%

    PixieRN14 replied to AriyellsMom's topic in General Students

  5. Yoga teacher training - Can it benefit my nursing practice?

    PixieRN14 replied to 078207's topic in General Students

    It all depends on where you are. University of MD offers the School of Integrative Health. They combine traditional medicine with things such as yoga, tai chi and Reiki. A few years back a huge...

  6. Acne from being at the hospital???

    PixieRN14 replied to loveoutloud's topic in General Students

    I am a licensed skin care therapist and a nursing student. I don't think the hospital is the sole cause, but a contributing factor. Be mindful of touching your face. We touch all types of fun yucky...

  7. When should I start applying for jobs?

    PixieRN14 replied to Nolander's topic in General Students

    In my area, May graduates are encouraged to start applying for jobs in January. If this is a unit you really want to work on then apply. What's the worse thing that will happen? I am sure many of your...

  8. Frustrated today!

    PixieRN14 replied to jescalynn's topic in General Students

    It stinks when you feel so confident about an exam and then get a grade like that, but don't beat yourself up over it. I had the same thing happen to me last spring in Med Surg. I chalk it up to...

  9. Which watch to buy

    PixieRN14 replied to nursinghopeful2013's topic in General Students

    I am going into my 3rd semester and I swear by my Timex Weekender. It offers everything I need, including military time. The watch band is fabric, but after each clinical shift I take the band off and...

  10. Backpack, watch for nursing program?

    PixieRN14 replied to mangosoccer11's topic in General Students

    I am going into my 3rd semester and I use a LL Bean bag that I have had for many years. They may be pricey, but they LAST. I also wear a Timex Weekender watch and love

  11. What specialty do you want and not want to work in?

    PixieRN14 replied to guiltysins's topic in General Students

    I always thought that I wanted to work in the ER or ICU, but this past May my mother was diagnosed with NH Lymphoma. After spending a lot of time in the infusion centers and oncology offices, I now...

  12. Nursing 2013

    PixieRN14 replied to Tyler626's topic in General Students

    Personally I did not find NCLEX questions helpful till after I finished Funds. My school uses ATI and we purchase our power points with the meds we need to know put into the section they pertain to....

  13. What to bring to classroom/clinical

    PixieRN14 replied to danik's topic in General Students

    I have a tote from Thirty One that I use. All I carry with me is my clinical manual, a binder to organize my patients, my stethoscope, pen light and writing implements. I also keep a small bag with...

  14. Confusing shoe restrictions!

    PixieRN14 replied to mrs.rn2be's topic in General Students

    I love my New Balance. I added arch supports in them and my feet never hurt. Make sure you try standing for a bit in what ever shoe you get, so you have an idea of how your feet will feel after a long...

  15. Health Insurance

    PixieRN14 replied to kissesnhugs's topic in General Students

    It really depends on the school. My school does not require it, but if you do not have it you may not be able to attend clinical a in certain facilities. If you can not afford it I recommend looking...

  16. So I passed my second semester, but I can't be a LPN

    PixieRN14 replied to truckinusa's topic in General Students

    I am in an ADN program in MD and they offer the courses to get your PN licensure for their RN students. I am finishing my second semester and considered doing the summer program, but I would much...

  17. Need advise on Plan B if i dont get accepted?

    PixieRN14 replied to gonnaB37nursedoc's topic in General Students

    If nursing is truly your passion you will push forward with it. I have two women in their early 50's in my cohort. They couldn't imagine doing anything

  18. Two Semesters of *****!

    PixieRN14 replied to rowdysmomma's topic in General Students

    Funny thing is everyone told me to run when they heard who my CI was, but I absolutely love her. She is tough and expects a lot of her students, yet I am so thankful I had the chance to learn from...

  19. Poll: Do you skim or read your nursing textbooks?

    PixieRN14 replied to na-na's topic in General Students

    I read over the power points and record my lectures. Then go back and relisten to my lectures while studying the power points. If I still need more clarity or need to looks at a table then I will open...

  20. Choosing a Stethoscope - Littman Master Classic II vs. Classic II S.E.

    PixieRN14 replied to RZobel's topic in General Students

    I started my first semester with a Littmann Classic II and it served me well, but just upgraded to a Cardiology III for better acoustics. I have a slight hearing lose, so wanted to make sure I didn't...

  21. Large dose of reality just received!

    PixieRN14 replied to RainbowDash's topic in General Students

    I had orientation this week and start next. I have 16 chapters in one text to read, 7 chapters in another, a short essay and an online quiz that needs to be done before walking into class....

  22. Am I worrying to much?

    PixieRN14 replied to kayruhh's topic in General Students

    Yay! I am so glad to hear things worked out for you

  23. Should I Become a Nurse Practitioner?

    PixieRN14 replied to RevolverOcelot's topic in General Students

    OP I don't see why not. University of MD is currently developing a RN to DNP program dedicated to trauma, critical care and emergency nursing. I would look into this program if that is what you really...

  24. Am I worrying to much?

    PixieRN14 replied to kayruhh's topic in General Students

    Keeping my fingers crossed for

  25. Am I worrying to much?

    PixieRN14 replied to kayruhh's topic in General Students

    Since I am not a lawyer I honestly don't know. The fact is you had to quit because of a personal emergency. The fact is this is your future and you shouldn't have to wait. If you are like me you could...