Tinker88

Tinker88

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  1. All the choices...what to do?

    Tinker88 posted a topic in Tennessee Nursing

    I have applied to 3 nursing programs: University of Memphis, University of Tennessee (Memphis), and Union University (Germantown Campus). I already have a bachelor's in education from the U of...

  2. Union University Experience? (current students and graduates)

    Tinker88 posted a topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Hello everyone I begin the accelerated nursing program at Union University (Germantown campus) this August! I would love to hear from current students or graduates about the 15 month program....

  3. Quit Nursing?

    Tinker88 replied to tayabee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Amen! I'm a new grad and I would be scared silly if I was my patient without supervision right now...just speaking the truth. You should be required to have at least 2 years experience before working...

  4. Union University ABSN Spring 2015

    Tinker88 replied to kpetry03's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    The safest and wisest way to find a roommate would be to contact Union in Jackson and let them know that you will be attending nursing school and are in need of a roommate. Ask Wendy, the nursing...

  5. Quit Nursing?

    Tinker88 replied to tayabee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think it would be a good idea to find a hospital position with a one year residency program. Maybe you could find a Med-surg position if you like hospice/homecare. Working in a hospital at first...

  6. Union University ABSN Fall 2014

    Tinker88 replied to moto_beans's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    As the PP said, rest up. Relax and enjoy your time with family and friends now. Things are about to change and your time will be very valuable. Time will fly by so quickly and you guys will be where...

  7. Union University ABSN Fall 2014

    Tinker88 replied to moto_beans's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Really I have don't know much. I'm interested myself!!!! I know that many hospitals in the Memphis area do help pay back your loan if you contact with them for a certain number of years...usually 2....

  8. Union University ABSN Fall 2014

    Tinker88 replied to moto_beans's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    I am using Well Fargo MedCap currently and I really like it. I don't have to worry about anything. Wells Fargo just sends them the money on a set schedule that Union created (Sep, Jan, May, &...

  9. Union University ABSN Fall 2014

    Tinker88 replied to moto_beans's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Congrats! See you in the

  10. Union University ABSN Fall 2014

    Tinker88 replied to moto_beans's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    check inbox

  11. Union University ABSN Fall 2014

    Tinker88 replied to moto_beans's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    I am in the Union program now. It's an awesome program and it is going by super

  12. All the choices...what to do?

    Tinker88 replied to Tinker88's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    I ended up choosing Union University and I have not regretted it! I too graduated from Memphis. Trust me...it's expensive, but it's totally worth it. Faculty are supportive and really support you if...

  13. Union University ABSN Fall 2014

    Tinker88 replied to moto_beans's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Congrats to you all! You will enjoy

  14. Union University Accelerated BSN Interview

    Tinker88 replied to ee14's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Congrats

  15. What can i expect after becoming a Nurse & Nurse Practitioner?

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

    There are so many DNP options. Check out the University of Tennessee Health and Science Center in Memphis! DNP Options Acute Care Nursing Family Nursing Forensic Nursing Psychiatric Mental Health...

  16. First week down........

    Tinker88 replied to LoriRNCM's topic in General Students

    Hello! I'm also a teacher (2 years) going into nursing. I'm in the first semester of an accelerated program. I too have no medical background, and many people in my cohort do. Stay positive! You are...

  17. Did being unattractive hurt your career?

    Tinker88 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in Nursing Career

    Sometimes my forehead looks tense when I'm reading something very interesting or watching an action movie. I'm only 24, but if these lines begin to stay like that later in my life, I may get Botox...

  18. Union University Experience? (current students and graduates)

    Tinker88 replied to Tinker88's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    Thanks y'all! I'm having a blast so far! Since a lot of my classes transferred from the U of M, I'm only having to take NUR 306, NUR 419, and Stats. I LOVE NUR 419. We are learning about nursing...

  19. Tattoos are taboo at work. Yes? No?

    Tinker88 replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    I think if nurses (also teachers) want respect from the public and want to be viewed as a professional, tattoos should not be seen. How would the majority of people feel with a doctor coming in their...

  20. Elementary Statistics...

    Tinker88 replied to mmcc26's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm taking this class now and love it! I will say that math is my thing, but statistics is nothing what I expected it to be. I recommend taking it on campus. You will be able to meet other people in...

  21. Nursing or Medicine???

    Tinker88 replied to PallaviMuraleedharan's topic in General Students

    I thought about becoming a Dermatologist or a OB-GYN, but I think I will enjoy nursing a lot more! Nursing will allow me to see a variety of health cases, have a more flexible schedule, more patient...

  22. How do you brighten your patients day?

    Tinker88 replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I think I would have way too much time preparing something like that! Lol I love

  23. New back-to-school worry: Unvaccinated classmates

    Tinker88 replied to wtbcrna's topic in Nursing News

    I believe it is our civic duty to society to be vaccinated. There are a few vaccinations, not required in school (but recommended), that I do question though, e.g.

  24. New back-to-school worry: Unvaccinated classmates

    Tinker88 replied to wtbcrna's topic in Nursing News

    I can understand where you are coming from, but viruses are constantly mutating into new strands. One type of flu shot protects against certain flu strands. If I remember correctly that's why people...

  25. Accelerated nursing

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

    I applied to 3 and was accepted by all 3. Apply to as many as you