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  1. Hey everyone, Background: 3 years of NJROTC, I graduated early... I already have my AS in bio, and I'm going to school for my ADN. Never been arrested, one speeding ticket when I was 16 (22 now),...
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    First day: MONDAY!!

    What do I wear?! We can wear anything, and I'm in FL... I'm thinking a modest dress and a sweater? Also I'm already having those dreams... Late to class, forgot to study for a test, etc. Last night,...
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    First day: MONDAY!!

    I'm taking A&P and lab, and nursing informatics (computer course). I loved it!!! I met a girl during our campus tour and we hit it off, so we're car pool buddies!! It's a quarterly program, 8 in...
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    First day: MONDAY!!

    Hey guys!! Wow I'm done with my first day!!! I ended up settling on a pair or longer linen shorts, a comfy, nonclingy tshirt, an oversized sweater, and some sandals (not of the flip flop variety). I...
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    Med Math...

    So here's my dealio... Since I've taken up through Calc II, the program I'm starting said I don't need to take basic algebra math (which I totally agree with). But I'm wondering if it's just basic alg...
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    Med Math...

    Thanks everyone!! I feel much better now about the course... I start "med math" in fundamentals and that's 2 semesters away so I'm feeling way less pressure. I'll just brush up once a week on some DA...
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    WHAT IS EVERNOTE?!

    I keep hearing about it, and if to a good note taking app, I will totally use it....
  8. In my hospital, I'm volunteering a few hours per week but I come in an hour early and leave an hour late. The Medsurg and PCU directors have noticed and have told me that if I can pass the NCLEX they...
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    Books question: new v old edition?

    My program requires the NCLEX-RN study books (which is great, I want to buy them anyway to study for the duration of the program, not just in medsurg), but one of the books, Saunders' NCLEX-RN...
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    Any direction on areas of nursing I should consider?

    Have you made any contacts at your previous job that could point you in the right direction?? If you worked well with people and you networked, chances are you might be able to use that to your...
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    Galen college LVN-RN 2013

    I'm starting July 8th but I work/ volunteer with Galen grads; many of the hiring managers in the local healthcare facilities around here recommend Galen because of how strenuous and in-depth the...
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    Books question: new v old edition?

    Thanks for the advice, what kind of rationale books, does Saunders publish them? Will check amazon later tonight for them. Sent from my iPhone using
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    Galen college LVN-RN 2013

    83% isn't very good, you can look up online the NCLEX-RN pass rates from every school, so you can compare them. I'm not sure on the instructors or clinical locations as I am a student at Galen FL. Was...
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    Random drug tests in nursing school?!

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    Kind of a silly question...

    I've never gone to an orientation for school before.... What should I expect? LOL what do I
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    WHAT IS EVERNOTE?!

    Do you scan them or take a picture with your iPad and then they import to your note?? JW, didn't know if there was some crazy iPad scanner out there that I need to buy
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    Books question: new v old edition?

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    Random drug tests in nursing school?!

    I know this is talking more about the effects of marijuana/ other drugs in the providers system, but what about for the patient? Or should I just start a new board talking about it? Just curious... I...
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    Fraud

    Not sure if it's a business or not... I know a pharmacist who, on his off time, works with DEA and county officials to stop pill mills and give expert testimony in court... Maybe something like that...
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    Galen college LVN-RN 2013

    I can try to help, what's
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    Family at school orientation?

    This is a great question, I was wondering the same thing... Guess I gotta let mom down the easy way
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    How a nursing student can prepare for future nursing jobs

    mclennen and OP, printed out your advice and it's on my "advice wall" in my office LOL. Thanks for the great tips! Might I also suggest volunteering at the hospital you hope to work at? I just...
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    How much work in RN school?

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    Nursing school is no joke!

    We are here to be your support group! Don't forget, if things get too hard or you need help w/ homework, there is also a board on allnurses for that! Best of luck, keep you head up! Don't forget the...
  25. If it was a rumor, why did the school pay the $1,250 and intent to appeal letter to the accreditation agency? Oh, and that's information given directly from Tri-C. Quote: When asked if the majority...