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  1. Job Application Stress

    I feel your pain!!! Employment history takes the most time having to fill in dates, addresses, phone numbers, supervisors, etc. I actually created a Word document with all my details in one place....
  2. How would they even know if you were going to other interviews? Seems like a silly thing to ask of a
  3. volunteering won't help

    Since you're already a nurse, the purpose of volunteering isn't to get "exposure", but rather to get your foot in the door with Peds, right? Maybe you could emphasize to the volunteer coordinator...
  4. Feeling Very Hopeless

    Congrats! Each day was a just day closer to getting that dream job!! Happy for
  5. Terrible Interview

    Don't give up on this interview you just had. I actually had job offer after what I thought was the worst interview of my life! If you feel like you can't articulate yourself well, then perhaps it...
  6. Relationship and Nursing School

    You deserve so much better!!! This person is NOT treating you well. Wouldn't you rather be with a real man who cares about you, supports you, communicates with you, and doesn't text other girls?...
  7. Quitting tomorrow, in panic

    You are not alone and we are in the same boat, my dear!! My first job as an RN was a horrible fit and my physical/mental health simply deteriorated. I knew during clinical rotations that the...
  8. Advice on getting an oncology position as a new grad- Atlanta

    Hello! I'm also a new graduate RN with a passion for oncology (and kids). I graduated this past May, but had been applying to new grad programs and other RN job postings in my area since March!...
  9. My Love For Being a Pediatric Hematology / Oncology Nurse

    Thank you for sharing your story!!! I start my first job next week as an RN in Peds Heme/Onc and I'm so grateful to have been chosen for this
  10. Uggghh!

    Guess what!!! I had the exact same thing happen to me my first semester of nursing school. It was awful: I failed my first quiz and it made me question everything. We all have this moment sooner or...
  11. SNA?

    I like being part of the SNA because I can get to know other students who are further in our nursing program. It's been helpful to hear what they have to say about upcoming classes and such. I also...
  12. What Nursing school are you in? Show your pride!

    Northern Arizona University, Extended Campus in Tucson, Arizona! Starting semester #2 out of 5. Graduating in May 2014! That's less than 2 years!
  13. Nursing school at age 50

    Hi there! Nursing is my second career and I'm approaching age 30. When I started nursing school this past January (and during my pre-requisites), I was so excited to see a wide range of ages in my...
  14. Things that gross you out..

    dentures make my stomach turn. psoriasis flakes because it seems like it gets everywhere, like my nose and mouth. blah. other than that, not much else bothers me. about the tourniquet thing...i...
  15. How to make through nursing school?

    Hi there! Here's my post to a similar question. Hope it helps ya! I'm about to start my second semester and here's what I found to be helpful... Know that they're going to throw a TON of information...
  16. I'm Going to Scream!

    Um, he sounds extremely inconsiderate and immature. I'm sure everyone else in that room appreciated you kindly asking him to stop distracting those who are studying. Who in this world can study...
  17. Am I worrying to much?

    Wow, I hope someone up there understands your situation. Best of luck to
  18. Studying

    oops, forgot to put the website, of course, lol. Here it is... Overcoming Test Anxiety | Proven Help for Test or Exam
  19. Studying

    Hi there! Welcome to the wonderful world of figuring out nursing school! Just remember that you have worked very hard to get accepted and you have what it takes to succeed! I'm about to start my...
  20. I graduated todayyyyyy!!!!!

    Right on! I've heard this from a few other students, plus my professors. Seems to be great advice. Thanks for the book
  21. Counting down

    Congratulations!!! You worked so hard to get accepted and deserve it. There's not an easy road ahead of you, but it's worth every second. I was stunned when I opened that letter. Its quite an honor...
  22. I graduated todayyyyyy!!!!!

    CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'll be posting the same thing in 4 semesters. Any words of
  23. What color is your uniform?

    Hehe I have the tattoo problem too! In Arizona!!! But I make sure to follow their rules. We wear navy blue top and bottoms (mine flare out just a bit) with our school initials embroidered in forest...
  24. Are you working while going to nursing school?

    Wow! I was wondering this same question! I just finished my first semester of my BSN program. I had 4 classes (2 online & 2 in person, plus one full day of clinicals). I also worked 24 hours per...