laKrugRN

laKrugRN

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  1. In last semester and thinking of changing majors

    I would stick with it and get your RN. There are so many avenues you can take with nursing. You may find what you love! If not, you always have an RN to back you up until you find what you want. Good...
  2. RN Comprehensive Predictor 2013

    Oh boy, I remember this. I got a 92% and I don't know how cause I thought I was doing TERRIBLY. Our school required a 90 percent to pass. Kudos for posting tips for others, because I'll bet they are...
  3. Fall 2014 is almost here!

    Hats off to you guys!! I promise, the last semester/year flies by! You guys will be part of the RN club before you know it!
  4. Stressed Out, Last Semester, Home Problems

    Stay strong! You will conquer all. I know this situation is tough. Prayers for
  5. Should I be depressed?

    It's never too late to do the right thing. All that matters is you are on the path to your goals NOW. Learn from those mistakes, and hey be thankful you had crazy party years so someday you won't look...
  6. Is anyone else bothered by this? You should be

    In Iowa, we must do 24 for our initial license (the one I just got after passing boards) and after that to renew it's 35. However, I wouldn't assume that a nurse was not as good as another just...
  7. Hide-a-Butt patient gowns

    I feel so bad for patients who have to ask "is my rear showing?" Some of my patients were bigger and the straps to tie in back simply wouldn't work. I too, would just grab another gown and put it on...
  8. Meds for nclex

    Potassium, Calcium, Sodium etc. Better brush up on those. Brush up on imbalances. Infant vitals. Adult vitals. Peds vitals. Focus on studying classes of meds and their side effects and it makes it...
  9. Guys in Peds??

    Go for it!! :) Honestly, there are kids who are just raised by their dads. You would be more familiar and comfortable to them. Go out and make a
  10. New Grad=No experience HELP!

    Don't give up! I was having issues as well. I got my BSN in May and passed boards shortly after. Had a lot of interviews and applications. I was getting frustrated. I finally landed a job 2 months...
  11. Need help putting skills down on resume

    Do you speak any other languages? Certificates? Volunteer hours that are medical? Talk about being a loyal employee, fast learner, compassionate nurse. Not sure if I helped but I hope this helps!
  12. Best shoes for nurses?

    I am too clumsy for the clogs with elevation. I wear my Puma running shoes. I love them! They are cloth material so they ease the pressure on my bunions too. 23 years old with attractive bunions..Lord...
  13. take clinic job or hold out?

    Take it! Then, if you find you don't like it, keep looking. It's money AND experience and it beats
  14. New Grad orientation...

    But "Probation period" is like 3
  15. New Grad orientation...

    Mine is 2 weeks in the
  16. TIRED OF STUDYING!!!

    Take a break! Overstudying=nothing gained. 90% of my studying was doing questions. I skimmed the Saunders book and read the Kaplan content cover to cover. Worked for me. But don't drive yourself
  17. scared nursing student

    Go in with confidence! You got this far, didn't you? You will do great! Give it your
  18. How many people recognize this abbreviation?

    I'll admit...I scratched my head on this one. New nurse here! I'll catch
  19. Difference between ASN Vs. BSN?

    Just go for your BSN. You'll be glad you did because a lot of places are now requiring a BSN. Just find your best option to get one. ou could go get your ADN, take boards and then enroll in an RN to...
  20. I would honestly go to Italy! :) Buy a house in
  21. I once was caring for a guy in the ICU during a clinical rotation. There was a man with him which I believe was his uncle. The uncle kept making strange remarks whenever I was in the room. I brushed...
  22. Do Nurses Get Traffic Tickets?

    Oh boy. I have gotten out of so many tickets..even when I wasn't a nurse! I have my rosary hanging from my rear view mirror and a big smile. Has usually gotten me out of tickets!
  23. Not to beat a dead horse but ...

    I say go for the ADN program that has a good reputation. Pass your boards and get your foot in the door by getting a job. Then, work on your RN-BSN. There will be no bad stigma. In the end you'll save...
  24. good job for a new grad?

    Hun, just a little advice. I'd change your profile pic so you can remain anonymous. Who knows if an employer reads these or anyone you know for that matter! Just looking our for
  25. gfs scrubs are kinda see through

    Advise her to get some nude/cream colored thongs, and test them out with the white pants to ensure they are not showing through. My school's uniforms were white and I had to get creative. Haha. Also,...