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How Can I Prepare for my Second Degree BSN?

NICU Guy replied to Han3465's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

I agree with PP. Your program will teach you what you need to know and when you need to know it. Enjoy your freedom and leisure time while you can. As I was starting my 15 month ABSN program, my...
Sleeping in the Closet?

NICU Guy replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

I used cling-on window tinting from the auto section of Walmart. I liked it extra dark, so I used 2 layers of their darkest tint....
Dangers of teaching kids they can be boys or girls

NICU Guy replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

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need help for application for licensure

NICU Guy replied to Happygem's topic in General Students

It needs to be completed prior to being issued a license. Yes, it is asking if you previously applied for licensure in any profession. They are looking to see if you have any disciplinary action...
How much do nurses earn after all taxes are paid? Just curious!

NICU Guy replied to Kevann11's topic in General Nursing

Usually, 25-30% is taken out (Fed, State, County taxes, health insurance,
Licensure Standard

NICU Guy replied to VeteranMarineRN's topic in General Nursing

I took NCLEX 3 1/2 yrs ago and believe that I could pass it without extensive studying. I thought NCLEX was not difficult at all (finished at 75 questions in 1 hour). I may need to review pharmacology...
Experienced Viewpoint Please?

NICU Guy replied to bitter_betsy's topic in General Students

It should worry you. They weed out all but the best students in order to make their NCLEX pass rate
Who cleans the poo?

NICU Guy replied to leilo0's topic in General Nursing

How can you clean a bathroom without being exposed to bodily
Experienced Viewpoint Please?

NICU Guy replied to bitter_betsy's topic in General Students

Cost and type should be part of your decision. If your long term plan is MSN, then go for a BSN especially if you already have a BS degree. Cost is also a factor. Spending $50-60k for a degree will...
Specialization?

NICU Guy replied to Askaquestion's topic in General Students

Pediatrics units at a community hospital are usually small because children are hospitalized less than adults, except for RSV/Flu season, so finding a job at a smaller hospital will be harder. If you...
Sent home from clinical

NICU Guy replied to sl0352's topic in General Students

Being sent home was a little harsh. They should sent you to an empty room with a computer and have you research the surgery and then report your findings to the
Last semester and losing my drive

NICU Guy replied to Chronicallychanging's topic in General Students

My cohort had a Facebook group for our class. During finals week of our last semester I posted a picture of someone crawling over the finish line at a marathon. I asked "Does anyone else feel this...
Final year and semester. nursing student, and still struggling at clinicals

NICU Guy replied to xafina's topic in General Students

Your preceptorship should be a learning experience. At the beginning, you should be observing. As it progresses, you should be taking more of the load, but it is still a learning experience. She has...
Hospitals offer big bonuses, free housing and tuition to recruit nurses

NICU Guy replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nursing News

"America is undergoing a massive nursing shortage. Not only are experienced nurses retiring at a rapid clip, but there aren't enough new nursing graduates to replenish the workforce, said Ross. " All...
Sepsis family I don't understand you

NICU Guy replied to Ames coolvibeman's topic in General Students

Septicaemia can start off as pneumonia. When the bacteria in the lungs gets into the bloodstream, the infection can become systemic and cause sepsis (the body's systemic inflammatory response to...
Is my Bachelors degree in another field useful in nursing??

NICU Guy replied to erogersii's topic in General Students

A BS in another field does not equal a
When do I go to nursing school?

NICU Guy replied to Kindahopeful's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

Find out which nursing schools that you plan on applying to and look at their pre-reqs. You need to be very serious about getting good grades (As and Bs). Nursing schools are very competitive and...
How long does it take to feel comfortable?

NICU Guy replied to Alexx_xox's topic in First Year After Licensure

A year starts the comfort level. After 18 mo. to 2 yrs I felt that I was fully comfortable in my
Anxiety

NICU Guy replied to MBar1's topic in General Students

Try Mosby's Pharmacology memory cards. This made memorizing meds so much easier. Mosby's Pharmacology Memory NoteCards: Visual, Mnemonic, and Memory Aids for Nurses, 4e:
Intimidated by being only male

NICU Guy replied to nurse2bnoob101's topic in Male Nursing Students

I work in a large NICU. There are 300 nurses in my unit (298 female/ 2 males). I am the only male nurse on dayshift. Do I feel intimidated? NO. Am I doing something wrong in my life? NO. There are...
got 129 questions and last question was priority.

NICU Guy replied to mayank1989's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

People pass and fail at any number between 75-265. The type of your last question does not give an indication of pass or
Advice: Job Before ABSN

NICU Guy replied to coffeeshopper's topic in General Students

Keep your marketing job and make as much money as possible before nursing school. I worked 2 twelve hour night shifts (Friday and Sat) while going through an ABSN program. Obviously you can't work...
Neonatal Education I can complete as a STUDENT?

NICU Guy replied to polkadotti's topic in NICU, Neonatal

How much longer do you have to go? Some hospitals offer a summer externship prior to your senior
affordable apartment with rn salary

NICU Guy replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

Texas and AZ are the winners at $73k and Nevada at $75k adjusted. Hawaii is the lowest at 27K
INDIANA STATE Entrance Exam

NICU Guy replied to ksauce20's topic in School, College Programs

They must have changed it in the last 4 yrs. I took the TEAS as the entrance

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