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    Failed nclex twice, advice?

    missmollie replied to Huth99's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I found the HURST review to be great in reviewing info and providing a test bank. I used Kaplan for their decision tree, and found it incredibly helpful. Uworld was just starting when I tested, and...
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    New Nurse; No experience; Help

    missmollie replied to mangosoccer11's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing school is the equivalent of learning how to swim on dry land. It doesn't mean anything until you're in the water. There is not one nurse on this forum that knew exactly how to be a nurse...
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    Preparing for the real world outside nursing school?

    missmollie replied to reen5's topic in General Students

    Work as a CNA or a tech at a hospital. That will give you the best experience while you are in nursing school and may open job opportunities after you graduate. Best of
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    i need help answering this question

    missmollie replied to aschwartzy89's topic in General Students

    I agree with the poster above. You can't expect nursing to give you the sense of satisfaction that you are seeking. Start by questioning why being a nurse would give you a sense of accomplishment....
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    New nurse feeling incompetent

    missmollie replied to Smilie0809RN's topic in General Nursing

    This is normal. I'm been on my own for six months and there are days that I feel I have it together, and days where I feel overwhelmed. Don't be afraid to ask for help, you are not expected to know...
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    Starting IV's

    missmollie posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Well, it's time for me to face my fears about IV's. I hate needles. I hate the idea of hurting a patient to put in an IV, but I know it's necessary. I'm not sure if it's the fear of needles, or...
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    Patient Nurse Ratio

    missmollie replied to ambobam's topic in General Nursing

    I couldn't imagine having the nurse/patient ratios that some of you have. I work in a hospital where we have ICU (1:2), Progressive care (1:3), and Acute care (1:4-5). The benefit to this system is...
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    Feeling deflated

    missmollie replied to Nicki711's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What to do next? Wait for your
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    How to Survive Your First Semester of Nursing School: Things I Wish People Had Told Me

    missmollie replied to createddaisy's topic in General Students

    Utilize your camera on your phone and take picture of anything that's an original copy required to be turned in. Do not delete until you
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    So I might have just failed my first nursing class

    missmollie replied to alie46's topic in General Students

    It's a class. It's going to suck to see your friends graduate before you do, but they'll probably be your ticket to that perfect job. I sincerely hope that you get the points you need, figure out...
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    12/5: What I've learned this week - No, I don't have "just a second" to help you

    missmollie replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I learned that the general public has respect for nurses. Went to the grocery store after work one morning (still in my scrubs) to grab a few things for dinner that night. The cashier asked me where...
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    How can I overcome anxiousnes,it's hurting

    missmollie replied to Tarrus Eliuds's topic in General Nursing

    You should be giving the same type of drugs often. It's daunting at first, but research the drug before you go into the room and every single time you go into the room, explain what the drug is and...
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    Full time nurse, part time mommy

    missmollie replied to kbear1729's topic in General Nursing

    I think feeling guilty is such a natural response to spending time away from children. She will be fine, you will be fine, and you're doing a good job. I find that I spend more quality time with my...
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    I Don't Get the Anxiety Part of Nursing

    missmollie replied to missmollie's topic in General Nursing

    That's lovely. I go to work for the simple fact that I get to spend time with a patient. I have held hands, taken time to explain medical procedures to them, personally made the cot up (complete...
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    11/7: what I learned this week: Trey Anastasio wants to weigh your head; Cerner is stupid

    missmollie replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I learned to proofread and think how my typed words could be taken before hitting submit. I also learned that if a big, burly guy covered in tattoos needs labs drawn, even if that guy is restrained,...
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    I Don't Get the Anxiety Part of Nursing

    missmollie replied to missmollie's topic in General Nursing

    So many are stressed out by their jobs. I believe that nursing requires so much, and I know I could not have done this job at a younger age. I respect anyone who has that maturity in their 20's. I...
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    I Don't Get the Anxiety Part of Nursing

    missmollie replied to missmollie's topic in General Nursing

    I'm still here, just worked the last few days. It would've been better had the post said "I totally get the anxiety", because it does come off as condescending. For that, I apologize. I would've...
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    I Don't Get the Anxiety Part of Nursing

    missmollie replied to missmollie's topic in General Nursing

    I think those are all good thoughts, and my intention isn't to come off as condescending. When I say that "I'm glad I'm not the patient", I mean I'm glad that I have the use of all four limbs, that I...
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    Don't like nursing at all, what can I do with my BSN?

    missmollie replied to lostrnugh's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I work in progressive care, only have 3 patients, and often they are patient's I've had before. Don't get me wrong, the night can get crazy if I get two fresh admits from the ICU, but otherwise, I...
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    Have you encountered useless residents?

    missmollie replied to seks's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I always recommend discussing issues with the resident. Often if you tell them what you THINK needs to be done, they are more than willing to do it, plus you get insight why they did (or did not) do...
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    Took nclex rn today - certain I've failed

    missmollie replied to lapiz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You know where you went wrong, you admitted it, and you are already developing a plan. Pay for quick results and get a definitive answer, then go from there. I think your post showed some real...
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    I can't stop thinking about quitting nursing school.

    missmollie replied to efsrous's topic in General Students

    Everyone has difficult days. Don't beat yourself up over this. You're not the first, and you won't be last to accidentally set off the alarm. I think there comes a point where you need to forgive...
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    What jobs did you do before nursing?

    missmollie replied to nursefrances's topic in General Nursing

    Worked in the kitchen at a ski resort at age 13. Continued until 20. Worked as a lifeguard from age 15. Continued until 21. Worked in fast food. Team member to Shift Lead to Senior Assistant...
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    Are private schools worth it? Or should I just wait...

    missmollie replied to mroun91's topic in General Students

    If someone was willing to pay you 30k to wait a year, would
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    Are private schools worth it? Or should I just wait...

    missmollie replied to mroun91's topic in General Students

    1 year of pre-req's, 2 years of nursing school. Already have a degree and a husband with a good job, just had to get creative on how we spent our money. Took a job as a CNA my final year of nursing...