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  1. What are your ultimate goals?

    xxkmpxx replied to Nursingstudent93's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I start my adn program in January. My first goal is to just make it through and graduate! Then I would like to work in a hospital while I work on my np. At the moment I love the surgery environment by...

  2. Apply now or wait until next year???

    xxkmpxx replied to manda1124's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well if it were me I WOULD apply, as nursing schools here are so competitive, I wouldn't want to miss a chance at getting in. I do see the other posters point of view though. But at the same time I...

  3. Aspiring Pediatric RN NEEDS ADVICE

    xxkmpxx replied to Helpingdad's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Another suggestion like someone else posted is to look into other programs, not just where she is. If she REALLY wants to be a nurse she should look at all her options. I really loved the University...

  4. Aspiring Pediatric RN NEEDS ADVICE

    xxkmpxx replied to Helpingdad's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I wouldn't give up. The school I got into sounds like your daughters school. 32 students twice a year out of hundreds get accepted. The first time around I did not get accepted. I did retake a few...

  5. Any book suggestions for new nursing students???

    xxkmpxx replied to xxkmpxx's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the advice!! I will be buying a few of these books

  6. Any book suggestions for new nursing students???

    xxkmpxx replied to xxkmpxx's topic in General Students

    Do you think it's appropriate to start studying this book even during the first year of nursing school or is it too

  7. Job advice while in nursing school!!!

    xxkmpxx replied to xxkmpxx's topic in General Students

    I do agree with you too, that's why I'm having a hard time choosing... I like the idea of a very stable work history and not a lot of different stuff on my résumé. It is kind of giving me anxiety...

  8. Job advice while in nursing school!!!

    xxkmpxx replied to xxkmpxx's topic in General Students

    Well we are really tight on money, so it would suck to have to pay it back. But I feel like it might be a small price to pay for a better work solution for the next two years. School comes first and I...

  9. Nursing Shoes as a gift, but what kind?

    xxkmpxx replied to givemeu1's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    That is a good idea. I was just window shopping there the other day and saw a lot of cute danskos. If u do that I would suggest a certificate for $140, that should cover a

  10. Nursing Shoes as a gift, but what kind?

    xxkmpxx replied to givemeu1's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Yes!!! My favorite shoes ever!! So comfy and they look so good with scrubs too

  11. How to prepare for nursing school??!

    xxkmpxx replied to mariaberry19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I start too end of jan and this is my plan. I figure we won't have time to do leisurely things after we start so I will relax and do fun things now while I can!!! I also plan on doing a little nursing...

  12. $8.25 an hour...*** is this normal?

    xxkmpxx replied to pnkgirl25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think that is crazy!!! I live in Reno and I used to get paid 10.50 at a LTC facility and I thought THAT was low!!! At the agencies here where you DONT have to be a CNA, and just a caregiver, the...

  13. Staff on Resident Sexual Abuse?

    xxkmpxx replied to carbaminohemoglobin's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow she sounds like she has serious serious issues!!! I am disgusted she hasn't been fired yet and that people would cover for her abuse!!! Good job telling your adon , if she doesn't get fired I...

  14. Having a GED

    xxkmpxx replied to msmartel bee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No it will not! I just got into nursing school and I have a GED. I got into a very competitive school too, only accepts 32 students twice a year out of a couple hundred people. Just do good in college...

  15. When do you give up?

    xxkmpxx replied to bravera's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I felt like I was in your position 6 months ago. I had 2 A's in my science classes and one B. I applied for the Fall and did not get in. Basically I was always told by many students, and counselors,...

  16. Public Speaking Anxiety

    xxkmpxx replied to nurseforlife2012's topic in General Students

    I have the same exact problem. My dr prescribed me Xanax and it totally

  17. venting!!

    xxkmpxx replied to BajanCherry's topic in General Students

    Sounds like my last class thus semester!! Group project and one girl did NOTHING but expected me to say she helped with everything since we were cool. We had to write statements about team effort at...

  18. Winter Break

    xxkmpxx replied to NICUmiiki's topic in General Students

    Relax!!! Enjoy my last few weeks before I start nursing school. Ride my horse, hit the gym, clean the house, and some non school book related

  19. Starting nursing school in the Spring. REALLY nervous. TIPS??

    xxkmpxx posted a topic in General Students

    THe school I am going to has very high expectations, as they have had a 100% NCLEX pass rate for many years. I know several people personally who have failed out, and who have told me that the school...

  20. What are my chances of getting in???? Need honest opinions PLEASE!!!

    xxkmpxx replied to SouthernNurse27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats! Before I saw your new post I was going to say you definetly have a chance - my grades are identical to yours and I also just got one of 32 spots. Hospice CNA, starting Nursing school 01/13!...

  21. Feeling Silly

    xxkmpxx replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I had a similar situation as you. I started college at 17 and didn't realize I wanted to do nursing until age 20 or 21, so started my pre reqs then after 3-4 years "wasted". Also had to retake a few...

  22. How Many Schools Did You Apply For?

    xxkmpxx replied to mxDP95's topic in General Students

    One! I didn't think I would get in so this semester I was finishing my pre reqs for the other two schools in my area. Surprisingly I got my acceptance letter to the school I applied for and start in...

  23. Scam Schools And Diploma Mills

    xxkmpxx replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Students

    There is a school that comes to my mind when I read this thread. Carrington college (their third name already, they've had a few name changes...). No pre reqs required and 50 grand. It's very...

  24. To have a baby or not to have a baby

    xxkmpxx replied to MamaD0719's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think since you are a year away it would be best to wait. I think a second child would make it twice as hard. I dont know your financial situation but I know without children myself, it's going to...

  25. Starting nursing school in the Spring. REALLY nervous. TIPS??

    xxkmpxx replied to xxkmpxx's topic in General Students

    Thanks everyone feeling better already. I also didn't mention I got off to a bad start to begin with concerning a minor misdemeanor from 5 years ago. Lost my spot but fought back hard for it to make a...