RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

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  1. Should I get another loan?

    RunBabyRN replied to tbird88's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

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  2. Is the LVN-BSN route a good route?!

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

    Holy cow, that's expensive for your LVN!! Many community colleges have LVN programs, so consider going that route. It would ultimately be faster to just go straight for your BSN, especially now that...

  3. Direct Entry Masters Program Questions!

    RunBabyRN replied to notright84's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yikes, that's steep! I would see if you can do an ABSN program, and then do a separate PMHNP program, for which you may have to move. You can work as a BSN-prepared nurse in psych. What do you want...

  4. New grad needs psych advice!

    RunBabyRN replied to ASMRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats on the job offer! I considered a psych position, but ended up not for my own reasons, but I think it's a good thing to consider. You will encounter psych patients in every area of nursing,...

  5. New Grad- job two days after NCLEX!

    RunBabyRN replied to RyanBrinkman's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Welcome to AN! Congrats on your new job! Some friendly advice- remove your e-mail address and change your screen name to something other than your real name. It's important to protect yourself,...

  6. nursing school vs nursing job

    RunBabyRN replied to karlsbad's topic in General Students

    I say it depends on what it is that you do and don't like about nursing school. I wouldn't say that nursing is NOTHING like school, but there are a lot of differences. There's a different feel to...

  7. Online pre-nursing courses?

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

    You can't take nursing prereqs online. You'll need to attend a school for the lab element, at least. Additionally, in order to obtain your degree, you need to have your general education completed...

  8. Teas at a different college

    RunBabyRN replied to Nikki1207's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can take it anywhere. The transcript always comes from ATI. It'll say where you took the exam, but it doesn't matter. If you take it at a CC, it may say "ADN" on it. Don't panic, it's still...

  9. How to beat the clinical nerves

    RunBabyRN replied to megaroo22475's topic in General Students

    Totally normal to be nervous- you're touching real people in intimate ways when they are their most vulnerable. Take a deep breath, relax as best you can, take your time, and treat your patients like...

  10. Ran out of time on NCLEX RN

    RunBabyRN replied to Nurseinthemaking90's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The breakdown of question types means nothing. It's more about the kinds of questions you were being asked- delegation/prioritization versus more basic facts, lab values, signs and symptoms of...

  11. Transferring

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

    I'm not sure what you think getting a biology degree would do for you, but it won't make a difference when it comes to nursing school. You'll need to contact nursing programs to find out their repeat...

  12. NCLEX Tips

    RunBabyRN replied to RN_true12's topic in California Nursing

    I took the exam as soon as I could- I got my ATT about 5 weeks after I graduated, and tested 5 days later (there was one the next day, but I needed to mentally prepare!). I'm with you- don't mess...

  13. Fork in the Road

    RunBabyRN replied to FutureForensicN's topic in Forensic

    Welcome to AN! What's the job market like for forensics in nursing? I haven't seen postings, but I wouldn't even know where to look for this. No one will care how old you were when you obtained your...

  14. Need Your Advice Desperately!

    RunBabyRN replied to EMEddie's topic in General Nursing

    First, hugs. I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. These investigations get so nasty, and EVERYONE gets caught up in the drama. Interesting news travels fast. The good news is that with...

  15. Should I apply to state colleges in California (for BSN Program)

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

    Going through a CSU is a great way to go. The programs are accredited, they're inexpensive (relatively), reputable, usually have a good "in" with the local hospitals... Just make sure your LVN-RN...

  16. What skills a nurse needs

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

    I think you have a big cultural dichotomy you're up against here. My husband's family is Asian, so I understand their mentality. Are they here in the US, or back home? They may not understand US...

  17. Nursing Schools and Future Employment

    RunBabyRN replied to BuXcho_96's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Avoid DeVry!! While your alma mater doesn't matter nearly as much in nursing as it does in, say, business or law, it does matter some. Those tech schools have a horrible reputation for a reason....

  18. No job and Nowhere to go

    RunBabyRN replied to berhaelee's topic in General Nursing

    Remember that we just had a holiday. Most HR departments came to a screeching halt during that time, so factor that into your timeline. Keep applying until you have an offer. I have a few PRN jobs,...

  19. Nursing school with Child Neglect Indication?

    RunBabyRN replied to bgasto76's topic in General Nursing

    Apply? Yes. Be accepted and pass the background check? Your best bet would be to contact the nursing department and ask the head of the department. There's a whole forum on here for nursing with a...

  20. Professors fail everyone?

    RunBabyRN replied to PerkyNurse55's topic in General Students

    Sympathy points don't help with the NCLEX or in clinical practice. Few things would irritate me more as a manager (or instructor) than someone trying to appeal to my sympathies in order to pass in...

  21. New grad mom- looking to make right decision (NYU vs Outpatient clinic)

    RunBabyRN replied to DianaGarc0127's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I realize you've probably already made your decision (congrats on two offers!!), but I thought I'd weigh in, anyway. :) I say it really depends on your long term goals. Night shift isn't the worst...

  22. Professors fail everyone?

    RunBabyRN replied to PerkyNurse55's topic in General Students

    Most will not adjust your grade. Occasionally, one will. However, if you are just.not.getting.it, do you feel like you can be safe as a nurse? Is that the nurse you want caring for your mom if...

  23. Preceptorship.....

    RunBabyRN replied to RnH15's topic in General Students

    I agree that you will learn a lot, no matter where you go. How are your med/surg skills? I don't think many people would be bored in med/surg. There's a lot of variety, and you are generally pretty...

  24. Should I apply to state colleges in California (for BSN Program)

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

    Your friend should be leery of this school. The CA BRN is not an accrediting body. It is also probably very expensive, and any schools whose credits do not transfer should trigger a BIG red

  25. Previous Bachelors Degree w/ low GPA 2.98, What to do! Help :(

    RunBabyRN replied to kcrom18's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ask the programs how they calculate your GPA. My program looks at the last 60 units, if you have a bachelor's. Some look at everything, others may have other ways of calculating. It's important to...