Tinker88

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  1. Where to go

    Tinker88 replied to amgoldsmith's topic in New York Nursing

    This is what it says on their website: "The College of Mount Saint Vincent is a liberal arts college rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the mission of its founders, the Sisters of...

  2. Pharmacology For the Summer

    Tinker88 replied to CordaeP's topic in General Students

    I take pharm in the fall. I'm a little nervous even though I'm strong in math, so I've been researching a bit too. Here are some practice sheets and readings I found:...

  3. UTHSC-Memphis BSN

    Tinker88 replied to SugarNSpice10's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Ok well that's great that they are so flexible! WOW! Make a pros and cons list to help you choose which school. Will you regret not going to UTHSC? If not then go for U of

  4. Recipes and snack ideas for school and clinicals

    Tinker88 replied to hunnybunches's topic in General Students

    Very cool! I had no idea it was called Paleo! I would love to be dedicated to this diet (it's so healthy), but... I like my cheesecake, Reese's Puffs, and mint chocolate chip ice cream every now and...

  5. UTHSC-Memphis BSN

    Tinker88 replied to SugarNSpice10's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    This is just my opinion, but I like UTHSC's curriculum layout better. U of M will take 5 semesters for you to complete. UTHSC will be 4 and you will complete it in 15 months because it is accelerated....

  6. Advice for a hopeful nursing student

    Tinker88 replied to unicorn86's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sopranokris, that site is great!!! I'm gonna use it too;) thanks for

  7. How many of you...

    Tinker88 replied to gabriellegoss's topic in General Students

    This is what my school's handbook says: "Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) tests are used throughout the program as a means of evaluation. ATI provides standardized specialty exams as well as...

  8. Advice for a hopeful nursing student

    Tinker88 replied to unicorn86's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think there is no problem in getting a head start, but I plan to make sure I am PREPARED. I want to make sure I know what I am suppose to know for the fall. I am rereading my entire A&P book...

  9. is getting an 80-85% on a pharmacology final seem impossible?

    Tinker88 replied to stargirl018's topic in General Students

    It is VERY probable! I mean look at your scores increasing. It seems you are getting the hang of it! You can do it!!! I'm cheering for you:) I take that class this fall. Any suggestions? My class is...

  10. Bio before chem?

    Tinker88 replied to alynn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Where I live most schools do not require chemistry. My only guess is because we take it in high school and A&P touches on the chemistry we need to know!? I do find it weird though that chemistry...

  11. Has anyone taken biology yet?

    Tinker88 replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took A&P I and II last year and you read a LOT! It's not hard, but you need to memorize the anatomical structure of the human body. Seriously try to make yourself comprehend the chemistry...

  12. BSN directly into Masters program for nurse practitioner?

    Tinker88 replied to KGCaligirl's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I tried to look, but I can't find anything for you:( I think most schools require 1 year of RN experience prior to applying to a NP program. Not sure though. A college may require a minimum of a year,...

  13. All nurses! Please help... I need some advice!

    Tinker88 replied to confusedNur's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most people have no experience prior to nursing school...that's why we all go to school...to be educated:) So do not worry about experience because it will come when you are in the program. You need...

  14. Recipes and snack ideas for school and clinicals

    Tinker88 replied to hunnybunches's topic in General Students

    Easy Peesy Meals- serves 4 *Pork Chops- place 4 chops in crockpot, in separate bowl mix 1 can cream-chicken soup and 1 can cream mushroom soup, pour over chops and set on low for 6 to 8 hours. (Serve...

  15. Choices...Help w/ which school please?

    Tinker88 replied to osider's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    National University may be more convenient because you won't have to commute as far. In an accelerated program...that will matter a lot! I start mine in August and I know some classes will be from 8...

  16. Confused! Dosage calculations

    Tinker88 replied to lclopez86's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Ok I get it now too!

  17. My pharm/medsurg results.

    Tinker88 replied to StudentOfHealing's topic in General Students

    That's great! You're one step closer to graduation! Was your pharmacology course broken up into sections or did you take it for 1 whole semester? Mine will be broken up into pharm foundations, pharm...

  18. May 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    Tinker88 replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Uh...bless

  19. My husband said...

    Tinker88 replied to stephanie.'s topic in General Students

    Yall could alternate cooking and cleaning. That's what my husband and I do! We simply discuss what we will cook on what nights. It keeps us from making extra trips to the grocery store too! I...

  20. I Didn't Get Into The Nursing Program...now what??

    Tinker88 replied to LatinoHealthNut's topic in General Students

    I agree... go to that university. Maybe even retake some prerequisite courses. I know people who have done this to pull up their

  21. PhD student who is also a New Grad! So Confused!

    Tinker88 replied to magnoliablossoms's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Well you already made up your mind and it's your decision on what you do in your life. If you feel you can handle it and feel you have the experience then that's great. I personally plan to work at...

  22. Good idea or Bad idea for studying for the NCLEX?

    Tinker88 replied to Lilpoka's topic in General Students

    It's never too early! It's definitely NOT a waste of time. You will be more prepared when the time comes to take it for real. LOL I don't start my program until August and I have already been...

  23. UTHSC-Memphis BSN

    Tinker88 replied to SugarNSpice10's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    I know that UTHSC will be about $18,000 for the BSN. I have a 3.8 and I got a 71% on the Teas. Memphis will be about $28,000 I'm pretty sure. I would go for UTHSC!!! I may go there also if I don't...

  24. Backpacks

    Tinker88 replied to cjr2619's topic in General Students

    I have a black rolling backback from Walmart. It costs about $30. I can fit some books and my laptop in it. I love it. I put a water bottle in the front

  25. Am I Stupid For This, Or Does It Matter?

    Tinker88 replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    YES!!! I do this too! I did it all the time when taking my prerequisites! It just makes you feel more at ease to know you will pass or get that grade you've been striving to