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  1. Any one pursuing a DNP, this fall?

    jaluo2014 replied to APRNGreene's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Very excited indeed, completed ADN-BSN last Spring 2017, and currently on BSN-DNP that I started this Fall 2017. Its all in class public university. I work fulltime and on a 4 year program. This was...

  2. Marshfield Clinic residency

    jaluo2014 replied to Takethatfordata's topic in General Nursing

    To OP, do not listen to anyone trashing Marshfield clinic organization if they have never worked there. I completed my Critical Care Nurse Residency in Feb this year (2017) and it was a great...

  3. Dude I'm scared

    jaluo2014 replied to Rslopez.health's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Here I am, with no hospital experience, straight from ADN program to ICU where we have critically ill patients. I did go through critical care nurse residency though. But that's because I wanted to...

  4. To all current NP's. What drove you to become one? Advice? Etc?

    jaluo2014 replied to Oxygenforeverybody's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    In 2014 when I first joined AN, I was about to start my ADN but I had my eyes set on becoming a Nurse practitioner. Nothing wrong with that. Because of my long goal, I had to do ADN and BSN general...

  5. Average DNP loans

    jaluo2014 replied to Ashtimus Prime's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    I am planning to buy a house out of cash worth $80K, I completed my ADN and BSN with zero debt. Worked hard to pay my fees, I applied to all scholarships and grants offered. I will be starting my DNP...

  6. How long did it take you to take the NCLEX?

    jaluo2014 replied to whatwasithinking75's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I used Quizlet for review. It took me 2hrs 40mins for 75 questions. English is my 2nd language, and it takes forever for me to understand this language, especially with NCLEX type of

  7. My NCLEX Experience 7/6/2016

    jaluo2014 replied to Semper Fi Nurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did my exam also on 7/6 and it was the easiest exam I have ever done. I was afraid the questions were below the standard. I did PN-NCLEX last year and it was really hard and if I had to grade...

  8. I need a mentor

    jaluo2014 replied to Ginger702's topic in General Students

    Here is what helped me graduate with honors. I depended on NCLEX quizlet. I really did not open any text book to read. I recorded every lecture (attended all classes), some instructors will set exams...

  9. I failed my school drug test. Am I finished forever?

    jaluo2014 replied to Breatholife's topic in General Students

    @Heathermaizey. Well done reply. I wish I was raised in a sugar coated

  10. I failed my school drug test. Am I finished forever?

    jaluo2014 replied to Breatholife's topic in General Students

    These are your words," I don't smoke much" Well, what do you mean by I don't smoke much? If I were in your shoes, I would not talk about completing nursing school rather take responsibility and search...

  11. Breakups during nursing school.

    jaluo2014 replied to Linexox's topic in General Students

    I will be done with my 3rd semester on 15th this month. 6 students in my class broke up with their husbands/boyfriends, 5 of the six failed to make it to the 4th semester and only one made it through....

  12. Should I let my interviewer know that I had failed the NCLEX twice before passing?

    jaluo2014 replied to nursechansey's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Before I open my mouth to speak or dwell in the oops! situations in my life, I would fill the room with positive things about me and what I can offer to my new employer. Employer would like to know...

  13. How do I proceed with my nursing career

    jaluo2014 replied to OlgaChikaka's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    @Olgachikaka. Congratulations for your accomplishments. I know how hard it is for nurses back at home (Africa) to find a job. Having a plan B is important for your future career but it comes with...

  14. Passed NCLEX-PN July 2015 with 60 SATA questions

    jaluo2014 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    For those who are preparing for this exam, here is my amazing journey experience. I graduated in May 2015 and right away I started preparing for this exam. I had NCLEX-PN by Saunders 6th ed.,...

  15. Are 2nd semester nursing students considered CNA's?

    jaluo2014 replied to nursingwithjen's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    you can work as nurse assistant but not CERTIFIED nurse assistant at least in my state. You can easily get hired at assisted living but not a Nursing home. you don't need certification to work in...

  16. Help me please

    jaluo2014 replied to mimilolo's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Hello, This is my post I made last year January, I hope it will be helpful to you. 1. Take Hesi exam serious, it's not easy or basic and that depends on your college. 2. About timing I took...

  17. Is it too soon to study for the HESI?

    jaluo2014 replied to SunkissedRN2b's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    Hesi exam is different in every college/program. Ask the nursing students who just took Hesi in your school and you will have enough info. At my college, it doesn't matter if your accumulative score...

  18. Next Semester Layout

    jaluo2014 replied to waiting4ivpush's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you struggle with math, I would take Basic College math to warm-up for Chemistry and Statistics. Again, this is my suggestion, if your school is having online Psych class. It would be a good idea...

  19. First job - HIV unit

    jaluo2014 replied to Adonai Adonai's topic in Infectious Disease

    I have worked in Africa with bedridden HIV and Aids pts. I handled them just like I do here with my LTC residents. No needs of gloves unless there is skin break or dealing with bodily fluids. Like in...

  20. Is Rasmussen a Good college and transferable?

    jaluo2014 replied to MissySophia's topic in General Nursing

  21. Is Rasmussen a Good college and transferable?

    jaluo2014 replied to MissySophia's topic in General Nursing

    Nicolet. I am entering into the 2nd semester now. Very

  22. I received this email from a professor. I was a little shocked. Opinon?

    jaluo2014 replied to kdflet's topic in General Students

    The only thing that I can see unprofessional is posting a professor-students email for the world to read!!!!! This is unprofessional to the highest

  23. Starting my first clinical semester, nervous!

    jaluo2014 replied to catgal's topic in General Students

    For your clinical, remember to carry all the necessary reference books i.e. drug book, diagnostic lab book, Physical examination & health assessment book (we used Jarvis text) any good care plan...

  24. Studying for nursing classes

    jaluo2014 replied to brown eyed girl's topic in General Students

    focus on ADPIE. It is very important. I have pages of notes on ADPIE and once you have deep understanding of nursing process then answering questions or thinking as a nurse becomes easier. Hope this...

  25. Meds?!!

    jaluo2014 replied to x0xerika's topic in General Students

    My advice to any fellow students is "contact your instructor and get the calendar or schedule ahead of time. I study a head of time and it works perfect!!!". Again, Nursing school exams are different...