BrandyGuynn

BrandyGuynn BSN, RN

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  1. Forsyth tech lpn fall 2013

    BrandyGuynn posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Anyone here going into the program this fall? I'm so nervous! I'm over preparing already and we haven't even done orientation yet! I'm attending the night and weekends classes at the stokes center....

  2. Forsyth tech lpn fall 2013

    BrandyGuynn replied to BrandyGuynn's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Hi! It's working great! First semester we had mon-thurs classes 4-730. And 6 hour clinicals on Saturday. This semester we are tues and thurs 4-8 and 12 hour clinical on Sunday. It's busy. Many out...

  3. Hi, I'm applying to Forsyth tech P.N. program

    BrandyGuynn replied to cupiddog's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I'm currently in the FT PN program. The points are tallied by grades and then add your teas score. In all of your required classes (ENG,BIO,PSY) you find your points as follows A=4 points B=3 points...

  4. Stethoscope...what are you using?

    BrandyGuynn replied to nolansmom's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have a cheapo "prestige medical" one and a littman se classic. BIG difference! Love my littman! ~Mom (aka

  5. Working and Nursing School....my situation, it can't be done.

    BrandyGuynn replied to COtoLPNstudent's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Honestly, I know how hard it must be. And you worked hard to get where you are with your current job... But if nursing is what you REALLY want and your options are as limited as you say they are- then...

  6. Using ati for exams

    BrandyGuynn posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Have any of you guys utilized the ATI books for your exams as a study guide? Our instructor told us pretty much what to know for the exam, and it seems to me that it's all in the book in order, and in...

  7. Using ati for exams

    BrandyGuynn replied to BrandyGuynn's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Lucky for us our instructors make our tests. Took the exam last night and I really think I Aced it! I will know for sure on Friday. The ati book really did help for review. Was a nice refresher...

  8. Calculations

    BrandyGuynn posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hey there! We are having our first calculations class tomorrow and I'm wondering- what units of measurements should I worry about most when learning conversions?Thanks in advance guys! ~Mom (aka...

  9. How Many people did your program start out with?

    BrandyGuynn replied to Philly_LPN_Girl's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Our program last year started with 20 and graduated 9. We just started a couple weeks ago, had 20 registered and 1 never came so we are at 19. Hoping we all make it but the first exam is the 9th...

  10. Calculations

    BrandyGuynn replied to BrandyGuynn's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Anyone? ~Mom (aka

  11. Starting LPN What should I do to get ahead before I start

    BrandyGuynn replied to alvarado88's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Brush up on your Cna skills! The whole first week of lab we did check off with no practice so a lot of people were blindsided and had to repeat their check offs. Also, read a little to get a feel...

  12. Help! Vital Signs

    BrandyGuynn replied to LacyGreen's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Also remember to provide privacy ~Mom (aka

  13. Anyone starting school tomorrow?!

    BrandyGuynn replied to tiff989's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    My first day today was pretty awesome! The retention specialist came in and spoke for about an hour on how to properly study according to how we learn and gave us some good tips on surviving the...

  14. Anyone starting school tomorrow?!

    BrandyGuynn replied to tiff989's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I start tomorrow too. I'm just as nervous as you are- I could just about throw up over it lol ~Mom (aka

  15. Where can i get littman stethoscope engraved???

    BrandyGuynn replied to GodIs082010's topic in General Students

    To add to that- once I purchased it I had it within a week. ~Mom (aka

  16. Where can i get littman stethoscope engraved???

    BrandyGuynn replied to GodIs082010's topic in General Students

    I bought mine at allheart.com specifically because I could have them engrave it. Could you consider buying it there instead? Or are you getting a really goo discount at your work? ~Mom (aka...

  17. Anyone else starting school this week?

    BrandyGuynn replied to kjrobinetteSN's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I start Monday and I am a bundle of nerves right now. Orientation is tomorrow so I will have a better idea of what to expect. I already have a lot of skills under my belt being a CNA 2 in critical...

  18. First Semester is done!

    BrandyGuynn replied to 2bEQNurse14's topic in General Students

    I got a c in a & p and I'm darn proud of it! Lol. I worked hard for that c! Keep your head up girl! Sounds like you are doing

  19. Nursing school = weight gain?

    BrandyGuynn replied to RNnewbie2014's topic in General Students

    You said you're not a big eater- it could be something as simple as you not getting your minimum calories each day! If you don't consume enough calories your body will go into starvation mode and...

  20. Thinking of getting into nursing...

    BrandyGuynn replied to KarinV's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    With all that being said though- there's nothing in the world like the experience you get working in a hospital! Most patients are very different and it gives you a huge opportunity to use all your...

  21. Thinking of getting into nursing...

    BrandyGuynn replied to KarinV's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Definitely home health! I worked in assisted living for a month before I took my critical care job at the hospital. My home health friend made at least $2-$3 more an hour than me- but I really wanted...

  22. Can you get a CNA job without attending a formal CNA program?

    BrandyGuynn replied to nrod's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In NC they will hire you if you don't take the class, but some places like those people to have some experience first since they don't have the clinical hours in. The only reason I went through the...

  23. Anyone using Prerp-U?

    BrandyGuynn replied to scald006's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Not using it yet, but its one of my requirements :) I start the 19th. Ive been wanting to use it to look over ahead of time but isn't there a code that's only good for like a year's access? I'd hate...

  24. Thinking of getting into nursing...

    BrandyGuynn replied to KarinV's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Some states don't certify a cna2 from what I've been told. We are taught a lot of accelerated nursing skills. Good luck to

  25. Thinking of LVN...don't do it.

    BrandyGuynn replied to Lifeofanurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Some people, such as myself, do not have any choice. I have All my pre requisites for the RN program but chose to do LPN instead because the school I'm attending starte a night and weekend program....