katiebugg

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

Hi, is anyone attending/graduated from, or heard anything about Mount St. Mary's college. I am interested in hearing opinions aobut either campus, Doheny or Chalon. Your imput is very appreciated. Katie

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...

Thanks Christine...I will get these books and study them. appreciate the help!!! Katie

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.

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...

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...

Good attitude, the glass is half full. you will be fine...I havn't even started yet...I start next month Yikes.

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...

Hi, considering that I am very new to all of this, I would appreciate any imput from you all. I am just entering my first semester of an ADN program, and would like to go on to the RN to BSN available at the same college. I still am unsure of the adv...

How important do you think the pass rates of any particular school are? Thanks, katie

Thanks Spacenurse, just getting cold feet aobut the program I am entering.

TriageRN, all I can say is that this moved me to tears...very well done. I hope someday I will be so fortunate to work with such a caring person as yourself. Bravo!!! Katie

Thank you rn/writer, I am 41 with 5 boys, ages 10-22. I just got accepted into an ADN program which I begin next month. I have found all of this imput very valuable. I will wait and see how I feel about the BSN thing later...right now, I need to conc...

Thanks manna, The school I will be attending has a pass rate in the high 80's...but concerned that in previous years it was high 90's...oh well, I'm in...and hopefully I will eventually pass (fingers crossed, and toes). Katie

Nursbee04, Thank you for the advice, graciously taken

No offense taken.

Yes, I did check them out, and thank you very much...they are helpful. I will not become discouraged and leave...I love this place. Everybody has an opinion... that should be respected. Thanks for all of your help!!!