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    Nursing Instructor Continuously Embarrassing Me

    BloomNurseRN replied to Jlseeze's topic in General Students

    I have never understood that tactic and it's definitely not one I would use. That being said, you have to stand up and be more vocal. It's not easy, especially in the beginning, but if you're going...
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    Orientation tomorrow!

    BloomNurseRN replied to kayruhh's topic in General Students

    I completely remember how amazing it felt to walk into orientation last year. Congratulations and enjoy!!
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    Favorite Classes?

    BloomNurseRN replied to LunaPuma's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    So far my clinical rotations have been my favorite. I'm getting ready to start OB/Peds in the fall, which I think will absolutely be my favorite. Focusing on women's health and eventually pursuing...
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    Medical surgical I

    BloomNurseRN replied to Happy_RN123's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Have you googled "med-surg audio"? I did that and found a few resources. I haven't used any off them so I didn't want to link. I listened to the lectures because even though it was right off the...
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    How to avoid conflicts with instructor.

    BloomNurseRN replied to kelli class of 2013's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It's easy to get rubbed the wrong way in any situation. The very best thing to do is excel in every way you can. Pay attention in lectures, do your best in clinical, and take advantage of every...
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    Backpack on wheels..Is this really necessary?

    BloomNurseRN replied to luixbeauty's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't think it's an absolute must but it certainly is helpful when you're loaded
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    Know it alls....

    BloomNurseRN replied to CatheterCathy's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    There are always going to be people like that. There was one in my med-surg class last semester that thought since he was a nurse tech that he knew everything. After tests we would all stand out in...
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    Hi, I'm new here

    BloomNurseRN replied to medic9872's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Welcome Christina! I hope you get wonderful news in the mail and will be starting a nursing program
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    I need advice on transferring from a 4 year college to an ASN program

    BloomNurseRN replied to 123itsjesset's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have friends that have transferred from the local 4-year university to my community college for a variety of reasons and I haven't spoken to one that has regretted it. A good friend of mine did not...
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    Finger Prints

    BloomNurseRN replied to Thujone's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Child abuse history
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    Fall 2012 Jitters!

    BloomNurseRN replied to PedsHopeful's topic in General Students

    That's awesome and definitely exciting! I'm getting ready to start my 3rd semester and have done multiple clinicals but am still nervous for the fall to start. It's all nerve racking but wonderful...
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    Should i work as a dietary aide while in nursing school.

    BloomNurseRN replied to Pre-nurseTiff's topic in General Students

    That seems like a good job to have at a hospital, as they tend to be flexible with evening and weekend hours. That's definitely a huge help when scheduling around nursing classes. Also, it never...
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    car vs. motor scooter

    BloomNurseRN replied to lucyc66's topic in General Students

    The only issue that comes to mind is having to carry a lot of things with you at times. My instructors tend to like us to have our books with us in class and they are HUGE. We also had a lab kit we...
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    Will my chances be harmed if I retake prereq courses?

    BloomNurseRN replied to clg0213's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My program allows 2 attempts and takes the better of the 2, which is good but sucks if neither of the attempts goes well. I'm sorry they average them but that B is still better than the C! Good...
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    Torn between job offer or completing nursing prerequisites

    BloomNurseRN replied to as2008's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Is there any chance at all of working around your class schedule? Is going part-time or taking some of your pre-req's online a possibility? If nursing is your dream and you can do it without paying...
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    Will an internship be helpful?

    BloomNurseRN posted a topic in General Students

    I'm getting ready to start my final year in an ASN program. I am currently unemployed (due to a layoff outside of my control) and am looking for something part-time in the healthcare industry. I...
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    Will an internship be helpful?

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Students

    I completely understand what you're saying and trust me when I say I do NOT have my heart set on the local hospital. What I care about is more clinical hands on time with patients. I have talked to...
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    Thoughts on Nursing Students Association

    BloomNurseRN replied to dsf43's topic in General Students

    I wasn't able to be active with our nursing club last year due to work and family obligations. This year I am unemployed and absolutely plan on being active. I have been a student ambassador and the...
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    How can a ASN program be 2 years if you have to take prereqs and nursing classes?

    BloomNurseRN replied to mee9mee9's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My ASN program is three years at a minimum. After completing the pre-req's, there are two years of nursing courses. I think a lot of people confuse an associate's degree with only being 2 years....
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    Single Mom

    BloomNurseRN replied to MamaTIger's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If it truly means something to you and you make it a priority, then nursing could absolutely be for you. It is extremely challenging from the start. Most pre-req's start out difficult and...
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    How do you afford /pay for school?

    BloomNurseRN replied to GodIs082010's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow! That pay is great! Where do you live?? I'm in Indiana and $10.00/hr is about the normal for aids in nursing homes around here. I I could make that amount I would jump on
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    Question regarding Ivy Tech Nursing program

    BloomNurseRN replied to hfullerCNA's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I am a current ASN student at the Bloomington Ivy Tech campus. I can definitely dispel both of those rumors. First, while the Ivy Tech nursing program isn't a breeze to get into, it's also not...
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    HELP!!!"How do I make Lemonade out of this Nursing Profession?"

    BloomNurseRN replied to lweave2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Have you looked into nursing education opportunities? I know our hospital has nurses that teach the orientation and in-services and these nurses don't do actual patient care. I don't know your level...
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    Drop

    BloomNurseRN replied to JonB04's topic in General Students

    I had a 3.74 before entering my program with only one C in a class I did not give nearly enough effort to. After a year in my program I have fallen to about a 3.5 but I was working full-time my first...
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    Shoes ....

    BloomNurseRN replied to angeltech's topic in General Students

    I absolutely love my Dansko's. It's an investment but SO worth