PD82

PD82

Neuro/EMU, Pediatrics, Med Surg

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  1. Books for class

    PD82 replied to Jonny-anderthal's topic in General Students

    Be careful renting otherwise expensive textbooks.....I work at a hospital and on a really slow day I was looking over my pathophysiology book at the nurses station, a patients' mom came by to chat...

  2. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    amberranay-thanks for the info! Any idea what LVN's make where you work? A friend of mine is an LVN and made $22-26 depending on her job; the highest was from an agency job and I think she worked at a...

  3. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm excited for orientation!! There is so much info and so much to do. I spoke with KL and she said some years there have been alternates who get offered a spot at orientation. She also said the big...

  4. GN-Friendly Hospitals Hiring in Texas

    PD82 replied to KatieBee14's topic in Texas Nursing

    The employer your at right now wont hire you as a RN when you graduate? Texas Health Resources has been a great employer, from my experience. I would look on top 100 lists and best places to work type...

  5. Weatherford College fall 2014 adn applicants

    PD82 replied to NayNay69's topic in Texas Nursing

    naynay69- can you give some specifics on the new system, or can you email it to

  6. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    MoRNdreams- the compass wasnt too bad. Nothing compared to the TEAS. The compass was a lot of reading comprehension and some basic math. As long as you are fairly strong in those areas, you should do...

  7. Bullying like I am back in middle school

    PD82 replied to maxxilla's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    They all sound immature and do not believe in team work. Not all units are like that. You may just have to find something else that is a better fit, and makes you excited to go to work! I am 31 and...

  8. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    amberranay-I know what you mean. We have a 2 yr old and her daycare is $202 a

  9. anyone still waiting?

    PD82 replied to lovenotwar14's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I waited 6 weeks after the submission deadline to get a acceptance letter. Felt like forever!! I finally get my letter, and I'm an alternate :-/ Now I'm waiting again just to know if Ill get called....

  10. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    So what are you guys doing as far as working while in the program? Do you have it all worked out as far as how you will balance school/work/family? I currently work 7-3 at a hospital, M-F. So my work...

  11. New CNA starting job search...need salary help!

    PD82 replied to melijm's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Try physician owned/partnered hospitals. They tend to pay more. Salary differs depending on the place. My first job out of school paid $11.00 and hour, now less than 2 years later I am working at a...

  12. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    Awesome, good info!! I did email her yesterday to probe for my place on the alternate list (it was worth a shot!) but she couldnt give me any info. Ill be at orientation and hopefully hear something...

  13. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    So there is a spring break in the

  14. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    Random question- do you guys know if the program will teach us IV therapy? I know as an LVN, being competent in IV's will be a valuable skill but not all programs teach it. I tried looking into the...

  15. Declaratory order Texas

    PD82 replied to MrDoug1's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Yes, I sent mine in because of a DUI I got 8 years ago. From what I understand, the process can take months. I am praying mine will be done by January. I did not get into El Centro, but I did get an...

  16. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    Emass-I work at a hospital so my CPR has to always be good, and luckily they pay for it along with my vaccines. I do need to get that spine exam and all that, but I'll do that when I know I'm in for...

  17. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    amberranay-Thanks! I will be crossing my fingers. I live in roanoke/keller so it will be a long commute for me also. Ive taken a few of the courses already (nutrition, A&P) so I am hoping that...

  18. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congrats amberranay! How many points did you have? I am an alternate with 11 or 12 points. I hope to hear something this month about my status. Theres alot to do before January

  19. Weatherford LVN Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to PD82's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yay, congrats to you! How many points did you have to be accepted? I read the acceptance deadline is Nov 15 so I am hoping that around that time they will start letting alternates know if they got in...

  20. What is the average nurse's opinion on medical assistants

    PD82 replied to maeskmio's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Regardless of whether you are an MA, receptionist, or the housekeeper...everyone should be working as a team and treating each other fairly. Don't let them get to you, and don't think all work places...

  21. El Centro/ Northlake Nursing Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to jetergirl20's topic in Texas Nursing

    Just got my letter...I didn't get accepted The lowest points accepted was 27. My GPA and HESI average were great, but not enough support courses to earn those extra points. I had 22 points. Good...

  22. El Centro/ Northlake Nursing Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to jetergirl20's topic in Texas Nursing

    anyone accepted as a alternate? Just trying to get a feel for the lowest points

  23. El Centro/ Northlake Nursing Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to jetergirl20's topic in Texas Nursing

    abenton111-congrats on the interview with brookhaven!!! You made it to the next step!! So which one would you pick if accepted to both programs?? I like Brookhaven because its 16 months, but I did...

  24. Do you have 30 minutes for lunch?

    PD82 replied to Kurious RN's topic in General Nursing

    Im a PCT (nursing student) and I rarely get a 30 min lunch even though it sure is deducted from my tiny paycheck. Some days I do run and hide for 30 minutes because if not Ill go

  25. El Centro/ Northlake Nursing Spring 2014

    PD82 replied to jetergirl20's topic in Texas Nursing

    So decisions come out by the 31st? So in reality, it could be any day now right? Kinda nerve