Onco_NT replied to ICURN1980's topic in Critical Care
@ICURN1980 Omg!! I feel so comforted reading this.. I too am a new grad in the ICU an have been for 5months just as you have! Unlike your situation, my perceptor is actually "harsh" on me smh she has...
:-( feel better soon Esme!! We are all here for you on AN! You've supported me on this site along with hundreds of others worldwide.. You're in my prayers! {{Big
Hey AN! Im also a new grad in a SICU.. started mid Feb an I feel this very same way smh as stated by @Ikoch002 I am not one to give up either but I can relate to everything that was said an appreciate...
Onco_NT replied to Julesmama28's topic in MICU, SICU
Thank you soooo much for such a detailed response!! I've only been working 2 weeks and you've mentioned a lot of what I'm seeing already.. I agree with it being more predictive an acute compared to...
Onco_NT replied to Julesmama28's topic in MICU, SICU
@thenightnurse: Do you have any specific advice for a new SICU nurse? All of what you stated before is great and any additional advice would be appreciated!
Onco_NT replied to Julesmama28's topic in MICU, SICU
Congrats!! I graduated in Dec 2014 with my BSN as well.. I typed a longggg description of advice from my first two weeks as a new nurse but it got deleted lol so in short.. I just started a new grad...
Thanks sooo much for responding!! I've read that book as well an it pretty much sealed the deal for me too! I've always been intrigued with critical care but I also enjoy the quick pace of Emergency...
Greetings AN family! I recently graduated with my BSN this past Dec and am will be starting as a new grad in a surgical ICU (yay!). My ultimate goal is to become a flight nurse! I have done my...
I agree with the comment above, my friend applied for her license in her home state an took the NCLEX exam in another. Once she took the exam and passed (Yay!!) her licensure info was posted in her...
Well now I see how it feels! Took my exam today got the pop up feeling somewhat relived but now I realize it really won't hit still til I see the "official" PASS haha Goodluck to all studying!! You...
From what I've heard, you will never "feel" ready for NCLEX.. I don't think anyone ever does lol the key is to believe in yourself and remain confident that you can pass.. Focus on the stem of the...
Onco_NT replied to hopefull1n30188's topic in Georgia Nursing
Hello I'm about to enter my last semester in CSU's School of Nursing and the program is challenging but worth it! As for admissions, after completing all pre-reqs (including Pathophysiology that must...
I believe I just responded to your other comment but definitely let me know if you have any questions regarding CSU's School of Nursing program, mentoring or our Student Nurses Association. I'm...
Hey! I entered into the program Spring 2013 currently coming up on my last semester this Fall. I know the feeling of thinking your scores aren't competitive enough but don't be discouraged by GPA an...
Hey! I'm going into my last semester at Clayton State's School of Nursing. For me, I transferred and had to take the actual class. Joy was my professor and though he was tough I learned soo much. As...
I start January 7th :) an just want to hear first hand some challenges or difficulties experienced in Nursing school from those who are currently in to those who've graduated.. Ready, set, GO!
Are you currently in a RN/BSN program? That will be step #1.. Upon graduating with that degree, gain the minimum of 2 years ICU experience (needed before you can even apply) as well as taking the...
Seeing as though everyone previously is basically giving the same response, I guess my question is what made you choose nursing as your career choice to begin with? I'm sure this idea that you hate it...
Thanks for the heads up! :) This is what I'm really trying to prepare for because I like knowing everything an am hearing I will not lol so now I'll be