RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

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  1. really need advice on college essay!

    RunBabyRN replied to amacalle's topic in General Students

    Of course they don't look at it (of course you never know- that counselor may not know what she's talking about). Sigh. LOL At least you do have it, though. Definitely good. It's good to review...

  2. What would you like to see?

    RunBabyRN replied to Boyce's topic in General Students

    I would really be leery of posting your e-mail addresses on a very public forum. You never know who might get their hands on it. Just a friendly heads up!

  3. Half way there!!

    RunBabyRN replied to britthohenbrink's topic in General Students

    Congrats! Keep reviewing your notes, really work on the concepts that feel fuzzy, memorize lab values and med stuff you don't already have down, etc. Make sure you really have the fundamentals down,...

  4. Which diagnosis nursing most important

    RunBabyRN replied to adel5991's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    We weren't allowed to use risk diagnoses as our key ND. Actual vs. potential is important to consider. That said, look at your whole patient. What's going on with them? There isn't enough info here...

  5. very curious

    RunBabyRN replied to cbazze9709's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I really like compression socks. I like Zensah. The cheapest I've found them is at Uniform Advantage's website, but if you're not combining them with other stuff, it may be more expensive in...

  6. BON approval and accreditation

    RunBabyRN replied to aeris99's topic in General Students

    The NCLEX DID get harder in 2013, and most schools DID see at least SOME drop in pass rates, but that is ridiculous. Follow your gut and RUN. Plenty of people, even parents, commute an hour or more...

  7. Applying to Sonoma State Fall 2015 question

    RunBabyRN replied to sj94's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    As I'm sure you know, SSU requires certification prior to starting the program. Just being certified won't help you get in necessarily, but if you've started WORKING as a CNA, it can. You can...

  8. What inspired you to be a nurse?

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

    My brother was born when I was in kindergarten, and I remember thinking that the nurses there had the coolest job ever. I told my teacher I wanted to be a "baby nurse." After trying out some other...

  9. BSN requirements and time at CSUEB

    RunBabyRN replied to RNstudentRN's topic in California Nursing

    Have you looked at the CSU requirements? Have you looked at the CSUEB nursing page? Your college should have a sheet that has the general ed requirements (go to the counseling office), and you can...

  10. Would it be a bad idea to come to Cali as a new grad from out of state?

    RunBabyRN replied to WendyDarling's topic in California Nursing

    New grad + L&D + CA = bad combo. It's taking new grads up to a year (or sometimes more) to find their first job (and most are taking what they can get, regardless of specialty), and L&D is...

  11. 10yrScrub Tech is now BSN in ICU in US, looking to Dubai for work

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

    Click on the "World" tab above to find the international forum, and you may find what you're looking for. Also try different key words like

  12. **POLL** New 1st Year RN Salary

    RunBabyRN replied to Bell13's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yes, it is low, and the differentials aren't great there, either. I couldn't help my face when she said that, but she said that's what's on their "grid" for new grads, $31-32/hour. Freestanding...

  13. Best approach to nursing school

    RunBabyRN replied to andrew.brenner's topic in General Students

    If you know you want to get your BSN, go straight for it. It'll save you time and money in the long run, and unlike a master's, BSNs aren't set back by not having prior experience any more than any...

  14. It's Not Fair!

    RunBabyRN replied to sparky605's topic in General Students

    EXACTLY. I think about that sometimes when people complain over the petty stuff, or insist on working competitively with others, rather than cooperatively. I can only imagine working with these...

  15. cross training

    RunBabyRN replied to twinoaks's topic in General Nursing

    A point I meant to add (sorry, got distracted) is that getting those certifications will show NMs that you are seriously interested. It might help put you above other candidates who also don't have...

  16. ABCs of Nursing

    RunBabyRN replied to kateta's topic in General Nursing

    It's also important to note that the NCLEX also still does it ABC. But yes, the AHA recommendation is now

  17. va nursing

    RunBabyRN replied to goodnurseguy's topic in Government, Military

    I'm sure this thread will get moved there, but be sure to check out the Government Nursing forum (under Specialties). There are lots of threads about the VA. As a vet, I have to say, the culture...

  18. My one big issue

    RunBabyRN replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed! I'm grateful that at "my" hospital (where I did clinicals and have an offer, so I can't take away the quotes yet!), nurses ARE given their breaks. However, some nurses are more reluctant...

  19. cross training

    RunBabyRN replied to twinoaks's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed. Apply, apply, apply, and speak to managers as much as you can to get input. If you have interest in a specialty, say, mother baby, what about attending some breastfeeding courses (even...

  20. Do employers in your area consider GPA?

    RunBabyRN replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I know that for new grad/residency programs here, they do ask for this stuff, but I think if you're applying for a "regular" nursing job, they won't ask for GPA or

  21. Passed the KTP!

    RunBabyRN replied to yajaira21's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you should earn a pass just for that! LOL You're a hard

  22. Part-time Classes?

    RunBabyRN replied to crissyj333's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are you an ADN-prepared nurse? I know that most bridge programs are set up for people to work part time while in school, but I'm not familiar with your particular university (or, for that matter,...

  23. Got called about a job

    RunBabyRN replied to KG MSN RN CCRN CEN's topic in General Students

    Glad you took it! I think it's manageable, as long as you can manage your time well. Knowing from your other posts that you don't have kids or things like that to take up your time, I say it's a...

  24. I just registered for my first semester of Nursing school!!

    RunBabyRN replied to Mommy of 2 girls's topic in General Students

    Yay!! So exciting! It's such a grueling process. Welcome to the club! Haha! Just a friendly heads up, you may want to change your avatar to something more anonymous. You never know who might...

  25. really need advice on college essay!

    RunBabyRN replied to amacalle's topic in General Students

    That version is much better! Still a few flow things to work out and minor grammatical errors, so do some proofreading. Make sure all of the parts of each sentence are in the same tense, and really...