katiebugg

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katiebugg has 9 years experience.


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  1. average age of a new nurse?

    I graduated in this month (May 2007) and I am 43. I turn 44 in July. I start my first job one day before I turn 44.
  2. mount saint mary's app help

    Mashamontago, My GPA was around 3.8 when I started at The Mount, but many people got in with lower GPA's. No, I was not involved in any extra cirrucular activities. I worked full time all the was through the nursing program and I have two children al...
  3. mount saint mary's app help

    Hi Mashamontago, Well, I just graduated the ADN program at the The Mount this month. Feels great!!! If I remember correctly, they give you guidelines regarding the personal statement. When writing your personal statement, just make sure you answer th...
  4. Hi I am Ann... I am 51 and want to be a nurse

    Hi Ann, Well, I just graduated in May, and in July I will be 44 years old. I, too, worked for may years in a family business and raised my kids, and at 39 decided to go back to school. I have really enjoyed it and I am finially finished. Many of my c...
  5. What's your pick for the perfect nurses watch?

    I just received a watch as a gift. I know I will love it. It is the type that you pin on your top (chest) and it is upside down so when you look down at it it is correct. It leaves both of your hands free, the face is easy to read, and it is glow in ...
  6. rosyjo11, WOW!! such wonderful advice from all of the experienced nurses on allnurses, thank you all very much !! I am excited to begin working in July on a stepdown unit. I will be caring for three patients previously on a general ICU, and now in st...
  7. I am graduating in a few days, and off to be a new registered nurse. I would love to hear from experienced nurses about the "BIG" things that they need to remember or the things they try to avoid. Medication tips, or how to deal with patients...anyth...
  8. Mount Saint Mary's College??

    i am currently attending Mount St. Mary's college, actually, this is the week of finals. When do you hear about acceptance? I think you will get in without a problem. They are selective, but your GPA should be acceptable. Will you be going to the Doh...
  9. book for pharmacology/math for nurses ???

    Thanks Christine...I will get these books and study them. appreciate the help!!! Katie
  10. Can anyone recommend a book to study during summer that will help me with math/dosage calculations that I will need to prepare for pharmacology? I am starting my nursing classes in fall, and would like to get a head start on it as math is my weakness...
  11. Has Anyone Else Heard This Rumor?

    I am begining a nursing program in a few days, and I was told that we must wear all white--100% white. I don't know if that is a law, but surely mandatory for me.
  12. alcohol withdrawl?

    Hi, Has anyone had experience/knowledge of a pt experiencing alcohol withdrawl. I just dropped off a family member at the hospital today, he will be admitted for alcohol withdrawl. The doctor told me that the mortality rate was 20% from withdrawing f...
  13. PLEASE HELP! How do I learn to face my fears????

    Amanda, I have lived my life with many fears. Some rational, and others irrational. i am 41 years old, and I will begin my ADN program on Jan. 18th. Yes, I am nervous, but at the same time I am excited. I left a very sucessful career to pursue my dre...
  14. anxiety about sec. sem.

    Good attitude, the glass is half full. you will be fine...I havn't even started yet...I start next month Yikes.
  15. anyone else changing careers to go into nursing?

    Amyrae, Well, good for you!!! I am in a similar situation. I am now 41 years old with two young boys at home. I decided at the age of 39 that I needed to be "happy" with how I make a living. There comes a point that no matter how much money you make...