Journee2

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  1. Do you make friends with others in your nursing program?

    Journee2 replied to EP10's topic in General Students

    I'm pretty much a laid back, quiet until I get to know you kind of person but I have made friends with three amazing girls in my program and I am so grateful I have because we keep each other...

  2. Students- would having a 'big brother/ sister' be of any use to you?

    Journee2 replied to Stcroix's topic in General Students

    During our final orientation we were introduced to our Senior Buddy. Maybe it's just me, but I'm not a fan of the whole Student Buddy thing (even if they are in the 2nd year). We are assigned an...

  3. Good stethoscope deal!

    Journee2 replied to WorkingTowardsBSN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I got my Littmann from them, with the free engraving. They are fast with shipping. I ordered my Littmann on the 7/26, received it 7/27 and this was with their cheapest shipping option. Great company,...

  4. Clinical hours??

    Journee2 replied to breffe's topic in General Students

    Our Clinicals are 8.5hr days, two days in a row. And this is for a Hospital Based Program. Guess every program is different. If you are concerned about gaining more experience I'd suggest looking into...

  5. Uniforms

    Journee2 replied to Crazed's topic in General Students

    Hmmmm...I am not a fan of Bleach (never use it) but Baking Soda with a good Concentrated Detergent may work...I know it helped me when I spilled coffee on my white skinny jeans this summer, can't even...

  6. Sociology of the Family

    Journee2 replied to CRNBSN18's topic in General Students

    I say go for it! You will love the course, it's very helpful and informative because afterall you will not only be treating the patient but the family as well so having some knowledge about different...

  7. CPR Certification Question

    Journee2 replied to Mrs.Priss's topic in General Students

    Check out the AHA website, they have tons of courses listed for BLS-AED for Healthcare Providers. If you can do it in person go for it, but like most are saying here you will have to do the skills...

  8. Patients hitting on nurses

    Journee2 replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Although I am not a Nurse yet (Fall 2012 Student), these stories remind me of my Grandfather and his experiences with Nurses. He resided in a very posh assisted living facility where he had Nurse...

  9. I hate microbiology

    Journee2 replied to twarlik's topic in General Students

    Microbiology is BORING.GOV! The only interesting thing to me was the last portion of the course where we reviewed all the diseases, etc and actually doing a CSI type experiment where we went through...

  10. What is your dream nursing career

    Journee2 replied to Tinkx RN's topic in General Students

    My ultimate goal/dream is to become a Chief Nursing Officer (Director of Nursing) and to start my own Legal Nurse Consulting business. I would love to work in Trauma, ICU, Oncology, and

  11. Shoes ....

    Journee2 replied to angeltech's topic in General Students

    I bought a pair of Nurse Mates Bryar in White, but I also received a pair of Dansko Professional in White as a gift so I'm grateful I have two pairs of shoes to alternate between. Both are super...

  12. HELP! Nurse Externship Programs in Tucson

    Journee2 replied to minioreox3's topic in General Students

    UPDATE: I spoke with my Mother and Uncle last night regarding Externships vs. Preceptorships in Tucson. They both advised seeking out a Preceptorship at UAMC or any of the areas Hospitals/Medical...

  13. Fall 2012 new nursing students roll call!!!

    Journee2 replied to ixchel's topic in General Students

    Getting ready for Orientation II & III the end of this month. Officially begin on August 6th...and today I just got one of the most expensive (and heaviest) birthday presents from my Mother - ALL...

  14. HELP! Nurse Externship Programs in Tucson

    Journee2 replied to minioreox3's topic in General Students

    Hi! My Mother and Step-Father are Deans/Professors at U of A and I know they have a Nursing School. My Mother actually works cosely with the Dean of the Nursing School for research purposes, etc so I...

  15. Rejected! Now what?

    Journee2 replied to Mel_z's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    DO NOT get discouraged or give up, just use this time to study your ass off for the TEAS. I'm not sure if you purchased the study guide with the free online assessments from ATI but do so if you have...

  16. Anyone accepted to Roxborough SON 2012?

    Journee2 replied to ericaw616's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Got accepted during my interview on 1/18...gearing up for Orientation II & III on the 31st and 8/1

  17. Counting down

    Journee2 replied to KMtoRN's topic in General Students

    As excited as we all are to get started, I was advised to enjoy my last days of freedom while I can. LOL! So I'm taking spontaneous trips to DC, MD, NYC, seeing all the concerts, festivals, meeting up...

  18. Nurses and alcohol

    Journee2 replied to kdbean530's topic in General Students

    The same can be said for those who work in social services, especially the D&A Treatment realm. I remember when I first came onboard my boss told me that she never drank a day in her life until...

  19. Uniforms

    Journee2 replied to Crazed's topic in General Students

    For those of you who are wearing all White, I wish you well and I cannot even begin to imagine your pain. I actually like our uniforms compared to the uniforms of the other schools in the Philadelphia...

  20. How Do You Pay For School?

    Journee2 replied to ceena21's topic in General Students

    Definitely look into Financial Aid and other grant programs out there. The Grants offered by the states aren't the only ones out there, some private corporations offer grants and scholarships. Are you...

  21. Anyone accepted to Roxborough Memorial SON?

    Journee2 replied to Jayden8139's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Searched high and low for a thread for our school...I'm glad it's here! I attended our first orientation for the class of 2014 yesterday and I am so happy that I chose Roxborough over Abington. This...

  22. Orientation(s)?

    Journee2 replied to CRNBSN18's topic in General Students

    We have 3 as well. First one was today, next one 7/31, and final one 8/1. We hit the ground running on

  23. Orientation day!

    Journee2 replied to charitynaf's topic in General Students

    One thing I highly recommend is getting your hands on an updated copy of your Nursing School's handbook. A lot of answers to questions can be found there. It was very helpful to have our Financial Aid...

  24. What do you think about TV nursing comedy/drama like Nurse Jackie?

    Journee2 replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    Not a fan of Nurse Jackie, but I did enjoy HawthoRNe (before it was cancelled), love House, and will even watch reruns of Strong

  25. Orientation day!

    Journee2 replied to charitynaf's topic in General Students

    My Orientation is tomorrow at 8:30 AM. I'm soooooo excited that this day is here, yet so nervous at the same time. Good luck to everyone hitting the ground running this Summer