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  1. College books are the biggest scams ever

    Proton replied to LPNtoRNin2016OH's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just finished having a conversation about how expensive my textbooks will be next semester -- crazy to see it as soon as I open AN. I agree with the comment about using the ISBN number as well as...

  2. Taking 2 online courses at the same time?

    Proton replied to linzipinzi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have taken two psychology courses online and loved it. Lots of writing as we had many research papers to submit. I took sociology in person and sort of regretted that decision. So it's definitely...

  3. Too Many Schools in Albany, NY area to Choose From...HELP!

    Proton replied to NYguy2Bnurse's topic in School, College Programs

    This thread may offer some insight:

  4. Anxiously awaiting admissions decisions in Capital Region, NY

    Proton replied to erpeters19's topic in General Students

    @erpeters19! I ended up receiving your original message and responded -- were you able to receive that one? If not I can re-write

  5. Nursing Prerequisites

    Proton replied to Nawlaura's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is absolutely correct. There are a few schools I am hoping to apply to, each required slightly different pre-requisites. It was important (to me) to be in the position to apply to all. So I spoke...

  6. 14 year old boy wants to become a nurse(my story)

    Proton replied to futurern_.'s topic in Men in Nursing

    Hi there! Not a male or a nurse (yet), but saw your post. I have to say that it's wonderful you are excited about this profession. My only advice is to keep your grades up. It's a competitive field ,...

  7. CNA classes

    Proton replied to Vtachy1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I also had a workbook during my class. We completed it at home -- it didn't count toward anything points wise, but it was pretty close to the questions on our daily

  8. I Love Night Shift

    Proton replied to NurseOnAMotorcycle's topic in General Nursing

    I am a 2nd shift worker but I have been working a lot of doubles. Night shift is pretty awesome -- lot's team work and I have learned a lot from the nurses. I think every shift has it's ups and downs,...

  9. WWI / WW2 Nursing dress

    Proton replied to Parakeet's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I also saw one on eBay if you search WWII U.S Cadet Nurse

  10. WWI / WW2 Nursing dress

    Proton replied to Parakeet's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Hi there, this is a long blog but found it searching for 'Call the Midwife' WWII era: Just Another Crafting Blog: DRESS-OF-THE-DAY 9: Nurse Uniform (via Call The

  11. ADN to BSN or BSN directly (low GPA non nursing major university student)

    Proton replied to craving_kimchi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yikes! 'Reality checks' can be harsh, but I have to say @RNsRWe makes a few valid points. Each type of program is competitive in it's own way. Your best bet for eligibility is to read each programs...

  12. UMASS Amherst ONLINE RN-BSN?

    Proton replied to goldenanchor's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I just started Pre-reqs out of state, but I am very interested in UMass Amherst for their RN to BSN online program. Would love to see some chatter on this

  13. HVCC nursing program admission process

    Proton replied to fanwheel's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Hi everyone, I know this thread is a few years old. Trying to bring some life back to the HVCC forum. Since the two of you have gone through the pre-admission process, can you shed some light as to...

  14. Important Grades?

    Proton replied to Telly67's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with the above post. It's best to have an advisors help. Gen bio could help as a

  15. Anxiously awaiting admissions decisions in Capital Region, NY

    Proton replied to erpeters19's topic in General Students

    Congratulations you two!! How exciting, wishing you luck in starting your new

  16. Anxiously awaiting admissions decisions in Capital Region, NY

    Proton replied to erpeters19's topic in General Students

    Yes! Stay positive! I have also read that many applicants withdraw at the last minute. In any case you're headed in the right direction, I bet things will work out.

  17. Anxiously awaiting admissions decisions in Capital Region, NY

    Proton replied to erpeters19's topic in General Students

    Hey erpeters19! Thank you for this! I'm in the same boat - my science classes have expired. I am also dreading the admissions essay -- having the topics in front of me should make things a little bit...

  18. Too Many Schools in Albany, NY area to Choose From...HELP!

    Proton replied to NYguy2Bnurse's topic in School, College Programs

    Well I'm hoping someone who is an RN or LPN in the area can chime in, as I am neither (currently). But, based on job searches and the department - I'm thinking RN. But it also depends on what...

  19. Too Many Schools in Albany, NY area to Choose From...HELP!

    Proton replied to NYguy2Bnurse's topic in School, College Programs

    Any status

  20. Anxiously awaiting admissions decisions in Capital Region, NY

    Proton replied to erpeters19's topic in General Students

    Hi there. I'm a bit behind you -- taking prereqs this year and hoping to apply to the some of the same programs for the following fall. If you have any advice or could share your experience through...

  21. only guy in my class

    Proton replied to _shymiller's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There was one male in my class but at my current place of employment, there are about 7 male CNA's just on my floor and a male RN. It's a pretty even

  22. Being a CNA in Chicago/suburbs

    Proton replied to Adrijana's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This advice may be rubbish, as I'm not too familiar with the cost of living and wages in the Chicago area. I do think that if this is a priority to you and your boyfriend, it's possible. You'll have...

  23. CNA

    Proton replied to lynette48's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi there, I would suggest checking your states rules and regulations for becoming a CNA. It's possible that you will only need to take the prometric test again. But there's a chance too much time has...

  24. Did you like being a CNA?

    Proton replied to prettyboyswag's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If I had 5-8. I wouldn't know what to do with myself.

  25. Did you like being a CNA?

    Proton replied to prettyboyswag's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Pretty late response, I suppose, but 13 is very common. I have 15 residents, 11 being non ambulatory/total dependent. I feel as if I never stop moving. I have no idea what the federal or state ratio...