RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

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  1. I start first semester of clinicals January 15th :) Tips?

    RunBabyRN replied to VAgirl247's topic in General Students

    Find something that's a good break for you to help keep your stress level down. For me, it's running. But I'm considering recording some stuff I need to work on (like meds) and listening to it while...

  2. Best quality stethoscope

    RunBabyRN replied to yourPhutureNurse_'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't worry about getting the cardiology III unless you're going into cardiology nursing. I have an old Classic, and it's done me well for over 10 years. I'm really happy with it! Littman earpieces...

  3. How many Cs did you have on your college transcript?

    RunBabyRN replied to ns808's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's more about your overall GPA than the specific grades, unless it's one of your prereqs. Even then, a C (or a few) is not the end of the world, depending on the program to which you're applying....

  4. Advice Needed: Buy or Rent These Books?

    RunBabyRN replied to ltran's topic in General Students

    Physical assessments and patho, buy for sure. You'll reference those throughout nursing school, and possibly beyond. Fundamentals you likely won't need beyond first semester. The contemporary...

  5. And...I am now really in!

    RunBabyRN replied to INN_777's topic in General Students

    Would you be able to take a day (or better yet, an overnight) to yourself to just CHILL OUT somewhere away from home? That can be really rejuvenating, and may help you to get into a good mental space...

  6. Six semester nursing program? Need advice :-)

    RunBabyRN replied to sweetiepie92's topic in General Students

    If you're able to slow the pace a bit, I would. That will allow you to focus on things better, and you'll be less overwhelmed. In the grand scheme of things, one semester is nothing, and the way...

  7. does your school have a critical care nursing class?

    RunBabyRN replied to pixiestudent2's topic in General Students

    Congrats on making it to your last semester! I'm going into mine, too. We had critical care this past semester. No, you won't be ACLS certified. You'll be reading strips, and getting to know a bit...

  8. Taking additional classes while in nursing school?

    RunBabyRN replied to lth1123's topic in General Students

    I took courses this past summer during the two summer sessions, and I'm glad I did, because that means that when I graduate, I'm DONE (at least until my master's program!). I'd say if you can knock...

  9. Nurse jobs that allow modifications?

    RunBabyRN replied to hayleyyelyah's topic in General Students

    Depending on how extensive your ink and piercings are, you may be fine. I have a visible tat across the back of my neck (flowers, nothing offensive), and I haven't heard word one, except for a few...

  10. Navy nurse questions!

    RunBabyRN replied to May2113's topic in Government, Military

    Bear with me, as I am not/have not been a Navy nurse, however, I was a hospital corpsman, so I spent a lot of time with RNs and have some friends who are

  11. And...I am now really in!

    RunBabyRN replied to INN_777's topic in General Students

    This is a good time to create your own time-saving tricks, like cooking enough for leftovers, using the crock pot, doing household chores where you can, recruiting help as needed (I don't know if...

  12. Taking more than 4 classes at a time

    RunBabyRN replied to FutureLVN2019's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I wouldn't risk it, with how important your GPA is when applying to nursing programs, especially with 6 kids. Have you been in school recently? How much can you really do and do well? I started...

  13. Greetings! New To Nursing - Some Advice?

    RunBabyRN replied to mmiranda25's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You may have to forgo the ABSN plan, honestly. Be open to other possibilities, and look at the average acceptance GPAs where you're applying. Cast a wide net when it comes to application time. In...

  14. Freaking out about GPA!! Help

    RunBabyRN replied to P1753's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Every school looks at different stuff. Some really factor in your overall GPA, some really focus on your prereq GPA, the weights are different for different schools. Do your research on your...

  15. Need a little motivation/advice!!

    RunBabyRN replied to erikabrooke's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you taken the TEAS? You may or may not be accepted into a pre-licensure BSN program with a 3.62. You might consider applying to ADN programs as well, and doing a bridge program later. You can...

  16. failing a class and retaking it

    RunBabyRN replied to Yardena7's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with these guys- each school has their own policy. You can always call and ask, or attend an info session if they offer one. Some schools will average the grades, some take the highest, some...

  17. concerned about deadlines and holidays

    RunBabyRN replied to RHill9919's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In my experience, transcripts sometimes don't necessarily have to be there before the deadlines. That said, each school is different. You can also get a rush on your transcripts. I did do a few of...

  18. Commute to school.

    RunBabyRN replied to LPNDreamer's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    About 25 minutes. When I do my master's program, it'll be about 90 minutes each way. I may take public transportation so I can study on the way to and from. Or

  19. Beginning of last semester!!!

    RunBabyRN replied to Shandra2008's topic in General Students

    Yay! I'm graduating in May,

  20. Scared to go into nursing.

    RunBabyRN replied to cascadingbeauty's topic in General Students

    I agree about following your heart, and about volunteering in both environments and seeing how they feel for you. What about becoming a CNA for now? It would be a good way to make money while in...

  21. Did you keep all PAPER notes?

    RunBabyRN replied to bellafsu89's topic in General Students

    I'd keep it until you've passed your NCLEX. Or at least create a summary of important

  22. Losing Weight While In School

    RunBabyRN replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    I tend to gain weight each semester. I'd lost 116 lbs before I started, and I'm currently up by about 10, so not TERRIBLE this semester, considering the holidays! I tend to eat to stay awake while...

  23. School books/supplies are too expensive!

    RunBabyRN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I think the first semester, everything totaled about $1500-2000. Thankfully the VA pays for all of that, since I'm a veteran! Oh, that doesn't include the laptop they

  24. Is 8 hours of sleep unrealistic?

    RunBabyRN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    How do I cope? One word:

  25. As a nursing student I'm afraid of _____. (fill in the blank)

    RunBabyRN replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    Something keeping me from graduating. Still doesn't seem real that it will ever happen, even though I'm only one semester away! Not finding a job soon enough to pay the bills (I get paid while I'm in...