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  1. HELP!Community Health bachelors degree vs. possible associates degree in nursing?

    applesxoranges replied to raquiqui94's topic in General Students

    Be aware that financial aid rules have changed so I would talk to someone and try to get an adequate picture. Some students find out they cannot get financial aid after graduating from a school or...

  2. Advice please: Withdrawal of feeding tube

    applesxoranges replied to Clubsingr28's topic in General Nursing

    If the sons rarely visit, do you think the shock of seeing her sick could have had something to do with it? It can be very unsettling for people without healthcare experience to see someone

  3. Question about applying

    applesxoranges replied to stargurl2006's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Also network with your former classmates. Sometimes if they get a job they will let you put their name down as a reference. Always ask first! I just had a friend put me down for a zoo and I was...

  4. Ward Clerk resume critique help

    applesxoranges replied to Dacookiemonstarr's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Yes, people with no experience can apply. I would recommend trying to get teachers, coaches, or even classmates to be references at this point. Usually try to attach 2-3 references in the reference...

  5. Frustrated...student nurse can't find pct job in MD

    applesxoranges replied to runner502's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I think nursing facilities tend to be more hoyer lift friendly than in the hospital. Hospitals tend to rely on man power even if they have a hoyer lift on the floor. The key is that you get six months...

  6. NRP required BEFORE hire?

    applesxoranges replied to stargurl2006's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Eh, usually they give you six months so the hospital could put a class

  7. Please help a new ADN student

    applesxoranges replied to yinuo77's topic in General Students

    You may want to grab a set of flash cards for medical terminology. I still am horrible at medical terminology. There are quite a few websites that have free medical terminology games and bookstores...

  8. Advice for Grad, Jobs: Fact or Fiction

    applesxoranges replied to i♥words's topic in General Students

    It's tough. I say make the best of your schooling and try to get an "in" through working. Then spin that experience to make you a "must have." I was hired as an ICU nurse but had a job offer for an ER...

  9. Conducting a group in psych clinical

    applesxoranges replied to LoriRNCM's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Look for group therapy games. Someone did positive pictionary where they drew on a large board positive coping mechanisms they wrote down and put in a hat and their team had to guess it. Our group was...

  10. Question about education

    applesxoranges replied to kraftjd's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Direct entry MSN programs may be an option too in your

  11. If I am aiming to be an RN, should I get my ASN or BSN?

    applesxoranges replied to alconos's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There are many different factors that you should consider. My advice is to research at least 5 programs and figure out the different requirements for each program and the method they admit. I would...

  12. Failed BSN Program Junior Year

    applesxoranges replied to BanannaFish's topic in General Students

    Have you considered trying to do a LPN program or go the associate degree route then RN to

  13. Contact Issues

    applesxoranges posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Does anyone else have issues with contacts? I wear soft contacts and they keep on ripping! I am wondering if the area of the hospital I am is drier than other areas. I've noticed my skin flaring up...

  14. Contact Issues

    applesxoranges replied to applesxoranges's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I'll look into eye drops. I think my contacts may have also been old

  15. Benefits - I'm In Shock

    applesxoranges replied to Kooky Korky's topic in General Nursing

    My old job gave an additional 8 hours which was the option of receiving it paid or could go into the PTO bank. So basically you get 8 hours and get to decide what to do with

  16. New nurse here. Unsure about this job?

    applesxoranges replied to firefly101's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Find out what type of orientation you would have. Would you be working along side a RT or a nurse for a few weeks to learn all about the vents and trouble shooting? In all honesty, if the training...

  17. What did some do after failing nursing school?

    applesxoranges replied to nursing212's topic in General Students

    In my school, they have the option to drop into the LPN program and then try again in the LPN to RN program. Some also transfer to a different

  18. The beauty of nursing : midweek camping, hiking, boating, skiing, no crowds!

    applesxoranges replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I do like the shifts and can't wait to be done with orientation so I can go back to my night shift 3 days a week. I do like the 3 days a week + self scheduling so I can schedule myself Saturday,...

  19. BSN Questions

    applesxoranges replied to pmabraham's topic in General Students

    In my area, the BSN and ADN programs do not differ that much in curriculum. However, the hospitals still prefer BSNs because then they do not have to pay for the ADNs to go back to school. Some...

  20. Side work for RNs

    applesxoranges replied to ambersrn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The best bet is to start researching different CNA schools. I thought most schools used the professor for grading though. Another idea is to become a AHA instructor. If you can get a training center...

  21. Job offer, background check/drug screen done..then "crickets"

    applesxoranges replied to Lucky724's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I do agree that when it comes to hiring, healthcare has become rude. I think out of my jobs, 3/4 do not want applicants to call them and do not let applicants know what is

  22. New Intern

    applesxoranges replied to flashamine's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If your company allows you to put in orders, I would put the orders in when possible. Most hospital systems are trying to move to a system where doctors are responsible for putting in their own orders...

  23. Please Help!! licensing problems..

    applesxoranges replied to yangsky's topic in Nurse Registration

    Well, first you need to contact the Board of New York and ask if a passing 2008 NCLEX is okay without a refresher. 6 years is a long time. I believe the standards were changed in 2013 for the NCLEX...

  24. From nurse to a doctor

    applesxoranges replied to Wutermelon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't think I would ever want to become a medical doctor due to the sacrifices required to get into the school. I am happier right now as a nurse and I don't want to give that

  25. Acls and pals course

    applesxoranges replied to thomas76's topic in Critical Care

    I don't think ACLS Certification & Recertification Online | ACLS Certification Institute is an AHA course. Reading the website, it seems to skirt the issue. It says it's accredited by the National...