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Sincere thanks. I almost feel bad that you replied, reading the other posts. I dont want to get you in trouble or cause any trouble. But I honestly am very appreciative of your feedback. Thank you RN-EMT.

I actually had to interview 5 nurses. I work as a medical assistant at a clinic inside of our hospital. To be honest, nurses aren't the friendliest here where I work. The few (3) that did give me a few moments out of their busy day, weren't exactly happy about it. I was just a little discouraged, even now, I am. Honestly, I wasn't looking for someone to do my homework, I'm sorry it came across that way. I was just trying to ask a NURSE a few questions based on what they've experienced so far. Whether in person, via email or internet, I'll take whatever insight I can get. Having read the links and listening to my instructor, I understand why were asked to complete the assignment. However, what I've done was not out of the guidelines, otherwise, I would have not posted here with my real name. I'm not trying to pull a fast one, that's all I saying. I thank everyone for their help, links, and advice. I will put on the ol' big girl panties and trudge back to the hospital (or some other facility) to find the kind of nurse I want to be. So far I havent met one. That's why I want to be a nurse, I would never treat my patients, or people in general, mean or like they are a bother to me. Nurses have a little bit of a bad rep (jk, but not really). Anywho, thanks again! Sorry for the newbie annoying post.

In one of my classes, I have been assigned to interview an RN. Well, only problem is... I don't know one. Is it possible that someone could help me and answer these questions for me so that I can report back to my teacher. Although this an assignment for a grade, I think honest, transparent answers will really help me have a real life understanding of my field and what to expect. Thanks in advance for your help!! Please more than one person answer if possible, it would be soooo awesome to get different perspectives! Thanks again everyone. The following information should be answered during the interview process: 1. How did he/she prepare for their position (nursing program, etc.)? 2. What are his/her primary duties as a nurse in their present position? 3. What does the nurse find most challenging about his/her work ? 4. What words of wisdom would he/she share with a student pursuing their RN degree? 5. What are your thoughts about what you learned from this experience? 6. How can you apply this information to your own future professional plans?

Thank you so very much for taking the time out to give me such great advice. I have printed this out and I will be sure to refer to it throughout my academic career. Thanks again so much

Ok, I am a nursing student who is due to start my clinicals in Fall of 2015. I understand that I have a journey ahead of me and I should probably focus on just getting through my clinicals, but I want to have a clear goal and plan as I travel this road. So, any nurses or CRNAs have any advice for me as to what will be required of me to get into CRNA school and be successful. I am clear on all of the basic reqs: being an RN BSN, one year of acute care (adult), GRE, and so forth, but I'm seeking the information that was learned through experience. What makes me more attractive to schools? What should I do and focus on throughout clinicals? Which department, ICU/ER, will prepare me the most for what I'm trying to accomplish? What should I try to achieve doing my time in clinical or time on the floor? I want to know things like, 2nd year clinicals, acquire this certification and what ever else will be of use to me. Thanks in advance for all of your help. I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart.