Sparrow91

Sparrow91

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  1. Books for new nursing students

    Sparrow91 replied to Smithc54's topic in General Students

    I would just enjoy your summer off. It will probably be the last summer you have to enjoy for a very long time! Good

  2. sample nursing exam papers

    Sparrow91 replied to strawberry111's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I have never heard of a nursing school offering old tests to practice with either. We usually used either prepu or the Davis Success books for practicing

  3. Orientation & Supplies

    Sparrow91 replied to SherriSim's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Look online to places like Uniform City, Allhearts, and Amazon or just google some online stores for supplies. Get an idea for the prices that are out there but don't buy anything yet. Once you get to...

  4. I got a B in Chemistry!!!!!

    Sparrow91 replied to Ariana214's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congratulations!

  5. Accepted to two programs but having trouble deciding which one to attend.

    Sparrow91 replied to hardworkinmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I guess I would go with the hospital because it seems to be a safer bet as far as respectability, passing the NCLEX and giving you a job

  6. What are the toughest classes in nursing school?

    Sparrow91 replied to JDK1's topic in General Students

    That really depends on the program and the student. I know at some schools mental health can be one of the hardest were as at my school it was one of the easier. It would probably be better to ask...

  7. What do you wish you were told before nursing school?

    Sparrow91 replied to Kitkat1212's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    1) Make a commitment to do NCLEX questions daily: start off slow and add. Start with 20 per day, then 50, then 100. This will help you in getting to know NCLEX style questions as well as increase your...

  8. Please, I need the link to the HESI

    Sparrow91 replied to rnwannabe2014's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    You should buy the study book. If you study the text you should be fine. Here is a link to the book... Amazon.com: Admission Assessment Exam Review, 3e (9781455703333): HESI: Books You can purchase...

  9. CNA questions

    Sparrow91 replied to Hopefullpirate's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    No it is really not that difficult to get a job in long term care as a new CNA. That is usually were a lot of CNAs start. The pay depends on the state, area, and type of job you are applying to....

  10. Pre-Nursing Concerns

    Sparrow91 replied to ailish's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow you sound exactly like me when I was 17! lol When I was 17 I went through what I'd like to call a "beginning of life crisis". I had no idea what I wanted to be when I "grew up". My mother...

  11. Will my previous exposure to A&P help me?

    Sparrow91 replied to dc1994's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I personally did not take HS A&P I did do well without having taken it. As you have said college level will be vastly different and challenging, however I am sure that it will have at least some...

  12. Good Job for Nursing Student?

    Sparrow91 replied to SeanPN777's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Try finding out if your school has work study positions available. If you want a foot in the door at a facility but worry about commitment and time you may want to think about volunteering. A lot of...

  13. HESI A2 Colleges?

    Sparrow91 replied to lmosurf's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Here is an article that talks a little about the two... HESI Exam vs TEAS Test | Teas Practice Test The only thing that I have to disagree with the author on is the last statement about the hesi's....

  14. I don't know what I want to be when I grow up

    Sparrow91 replied to trinity2013's topic in General Students

    Wow I can see that you have a lot on your plate, I can also see how easy it was for you to be swayed from the path that you were on. It may not hurt to take a small step back and take a little time...

  15. Pharmacology

    Sparrow91 replied to Anthony BSN,RN's topic in General Students

    Yes, same exact one. Most of the nursing students at my school swear by the Davis Success

  16. Pharmacology

    Sparrow91 replied to Anthony BSN,RN's topic in General Students

    I have not used the Pearson but I have the Davis book. The questions are challenging and they provide good rationals as well as "test-taking hints" on how to answer the question should you come across...

  17. Need some resources/study tips for my Psych/Mental Health Class?

    Sparrow91 replied to JasonKa's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    For our class we were required to purchase the Davis Success book. The questions were tough but the rationals helped explain the thinking process used for mental health questions. Here is a link to...

  18. CNA over the summer? EMT?

    Sparrow91 replied to vic42975's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Are there any phlebotomy courses? That would be a very useful skill, the pay is better than a CNA, plus you will have learned and nailed down a difficult skill used in nursing. Plus it will give...

  19. home health aide - what to do during down time!

    Sparrow91 replied to gingerlemon's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Start studying for next semester! Bring a pharm. flip book. There are tons of NCLEX apps for your phone. Also dig out your skills textbook. I always find that interesting to look through. Read them...

  20. Advice making a decision between two job offers

    Sparrow91 replied to nursey909's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Have you heard much in the way of reputation or turn over rates at these facilities? How is the staffing? Aide to patient ratio? Opportunities for education or advancements? Overtime pay? Vacation...

  21. Stressed out in my last clinical rotation before graduating

    Sparrow91 replied to abcde.cruz808's topic in General Students

    I am so sorry to hear about the stress you are going through right now. I would really encourage you to speak with both your instructor and the unit about your mistake. Mistakes happen all the time to...

  22. Any tips for dealing with Mental Health clinicals, next semester

    Sparrow91 replied to Little_Bear2013's topic in General Students

    I am guessing that the students that are lost during that semester are because of the tests more than the clinicals. Mental health questions are WAY different than your average NCLEX style question....

  23. Psych rotation? What should I expect?

    Sparrow91 replied to katie92's topic in General Students

    Like everyone else said no scrubs. We also did not do a lot of the medical aspect but we were assigned to units and we would sit and talk or play games with the patients. We also were also assigned a...

  24. RN Program Orientation

    Sparrow91 replied to Pegasus1023's topic in General Students

    My school is considering doing a mentor program that is similar to that. I would not make complicated, nursing school is complicated and confusing enough. Just give them the contact info by email,...

  25. Shoes

    Sparrow91 replied to aimbig's topic in General Students

    I am a woman but these are the shoes that I used. They are uni-sex, cheap, comfortable and easy to clean. They are made of a very light weight form/rubber material. Landau Energize slip-resistant...