RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

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  1. Having doubts about being a nurse

    RunBabyRN replied to Jeneaux's topic in General Students

    I agree with these guys. I'm not sure what you thought nurses did before this, but I don't think you are clear on the role of PAs or NPs, either. They deal with plenty of the "gross" stuff. If...

  2. Shoe recs for clinicals

    RunBabyRN replied to poopylala's topic in General Students

    Have you tried Superfeet? Head to REI or a running store, and ask one of the salespeople to help get you into the right ones. Take your shoes with you, and try them in your

  3. Shoe recs for clinicals

    RunBabyRN replied to poopylala's topic in General Students

    If that's the case, they may just not be the right shoes for you. I've found that it takes about 2 weeks of wearing them every day for a little bit for them to feel like they are "ready" . I've had...

  4. Moving to california

    RunBabyRN replied to jcurrier79's topic in California Nursing

    Remember that the Bay Area extends beyond SF. I know a hospital not far from SF that pays $35/hour for SNI, and not much more for

  5. Nitroprusside

    RunBabyRN replied to Bluebell.'s topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I haven't seen evidence on why it's contraindicated, but when I saw your question, the reason you listed is the same one I came up with- it would counteract that compensatory mechanism, and they could...

  6. looking up meds.. what is considered major?

    RunBabyRN replied to hkqueenx3's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    In addition to what marvelmom posted, it's also good to know adverse effects, anything that could be fatal. Know any major nursing considerations, like what labs/vitals to know before administering....

  7. Best West Coast BSN Programs?

    RunBabyRN replied to Smwright19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There's a whole forum here just for the TEAS, so you can get a good sense of it there. I really liked the ATI study manual, because ATI is who administers the exam, and the book is in EXACTLY the...

  8. Best West Coast BSN Programs?

    RunBabyRN replied to Smwright19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry it didn't respond sooner, I just saw this. :) It's helpful to attend school where you want to work, if only for the sake of networking and school reputation. It's nice to build relationships...

  9. Laboring Morbidly Obese Women

    RunBabyRN replied to Davida67's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I had never heard of this, but I just looked it up. Sounds like there are narrow parameters, from what you're saying. That's a major bummer, because it looks from the site like this could be a good...

  10. Moving to california

    RunBabyRN replied to jcurrier79's topic in California Nursing

    You'll want to make sure that these places will take ADN nurses. I know that UC Davis won't, and most at least prefer BSN. With tons of nurses with BSNs available, ADN nurses often find themselves...

  11. I want to quit!!!!!

    RunBabyRN replied to ChaeF's topic in General Students

    This sounds like it's beyond the usual, "nursing school sucks, I'm so stressed out" posts we often see. If nursing isn't for you, there's nothing wrong with dropping the program. It happens....

  12. Just having a sentimental moment...

    RunBabyRN replied to dc1994's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Great job! Stay strong. Good luck with

  13. Comment please!

    RunBabyRN replied to smocky123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My days vary greatly, as I am not yet in my desired field (L&D). One day, I can be doing health screenings and educating people about their results (lots of talk about improving diets and...

  14. LVN trade school?

    RunBabyRN replied to future_nurse11's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Avoid!! Avoid!! Avoid!! LVNs have an even harder time than RNs when trying to find work, and it's EXTREMELY rare to see them in hospitals. For example, out of curiosity, I looked at Sutter's...

  15. Labor and Delivery

    RunBabyRN replied to ramosyasmin16's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you ever attended a birth? You might consider it, because blood is a major part of the equation (especially if something goes wrong), and you NEED to be able to handle that if you choose to work...

  16. questions about prerequisites in CA

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

    Schools accept students for both semesters. You can look at the websites for the schools to see when to apply. I believe for community college, you can apply

  17. Little Freaked Out About My Degree Goal

    RunBabyRN replied to Annabelle78's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There will always be a need for ADN nurses, just as there is still a need for LVN nurses, even though hospitals rarely hire them anymore. Also, in other states, the markets are very different, and...

  18. questions about prerequisites in CA

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

    Some of them are, some of them are not. Some of the courses are simply required in order to graduate from the school (courses like history, certain English courses, etc.), others are specific to...

  19. questions about prerequisites in CA

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

    You'll need to take courses prior to nursing school. You'll likely have to apply to those schools, which will be completely separate from your nursing school application. Look at tuition rates for...

  20. I have no idea:Choosing a path in the final semester

    RunBabyRN replied to missmollie's topic in General Students

    Maybe try something you haven't yet done in nursing school. Could be interesting! Or go into med/surg for the variety? Being open to a lot of specialties will certainly be good when you are job...

  21. questions about prerequisites in CA

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

    I've never heard of ANS. ADN is the RN degree in CA. A school trying to sell you on ANS is probably a scam. Here's a reference for nursing degrees: Types of Nursing Degrees | Learn About Degree...

  22. How can I be more supportive to my girlfriend in nursing school?

    RunBabyRN replied to msgtpick's topic in General Students

    First, I agree with the above posters. You are doing what you can to make this work, and she's stomping all over it. You deserve to get something positive out of this, too. Yes, nursing school is...

  23. Transferring for nursing?

    RunBabyRN replied to sunshine_27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree, go! You'll make new friends, and keep the good ones from the old school, and there are a zillion cute, smart college guys (some might be into something more serious, too!). DO NOT hold up...

  24. 40k for nursing school?

    RunBabyRN replied to varonte69's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Too much, especially with such a poor pass rate. Programs that include prereqs are big red flags, really. Sounds like a for-profit tech school. Run far and

  25. American Red Cross CNA Training?

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

    ADNs don't work as assistants to BSN nurses, they work alongside us. I know it's frustrating, especially with how hard one works to earn that ADN, to see such poor prospects. I agree with you about...