Purple_roses

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  1. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    Well if that's the case, where's the cheapest place to buy coffee in
  2. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    Oh geez, 600 pages a week? I sure hope that's not really the case. During my pre reqs, the reading I was supposed to do was a lot more than the reading I actually did. My Anatomy teacher, for...
  3. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    Oh could you let us know how long shipping took for your Stethoscope? I'm trying to determine when I should order
  4. Luckily, I'm dating someone who is also in the medical field. We have no arguments about adhering to
  5. I'm so sorry you're going through this, especially at a time when you would love nothing more than to celebrate the hard work you've put in to make it into the program. The PP above have all given you...
  6. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    I want to know how all of your first weeks
  7. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    Oh hell, we'll keep you I
  8. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    I'm going to email my teachers to see what books they would recommend buying. Some of them never even use some of the books on our
  9. Looking for Advice!

    "Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway." (Just in case the picture didn't properly show up). If it's what you want, go for it and...
  10. Pay for RN working in group homes?

    Never mind. I wrote something stupid and should just go to
  11. Is this messed up?

    I'm really glad you're out saving your distant-friend-acquaintance's life instead of studying.
  12. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    https://allnurses.com/nursing-scrubs-uniforms/what-kind-of-439767.html Here's a thread on shoes. Hopefully it shows up! My app has been wonky
  13. Help

    I have not taken that course yet, but perhaps you could tell us what your study methods were so that experienced students and RNs can help you adjust your methods. Did you just read the
  14. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    ADN for me. Also, you will most likely get your syllabus on the first day of class
  15. Home Health: Dirty looks and eye rolls

    As a home health aide, I understand your frustration: you were trying to be thorough and it resulted in a negative response. As others have already said, just ask mom next time. But also, remember...
  16. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    I've seen several people on here post that we should fill out due dates in our planners as soon as we get our syllabus--just take an hour or so to sort everything
  17. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    I haven't gotten it yet, but I have been adding things to my Amazon wish list. I'm going to get a bundle package BP cuff/stethoscope for $20, even though I'm ordering a Littman from AllHeart. I figure...
  18. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    Me too. I'll admit I'm a little bored, but I'm also enjoying life. Beer, buddies, and
  19. Just accepted a peds job offer :) :)

    Congrats!
  20. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    Oh that's a nice uniform. I like mine (white top, green bottoms) but again with the white. I'm a magnet for messes when I wear
  21. What nursing specialty interests you the most for the future?

    I'm trying very hard to keep an open mind since I am just starting too...I don't want to go in with any biases and miss out on something I would love. *But....I have a feeling I will like
  22. Ok Class of 2017, Where are you??

    Oh I wish my school required black! Mine have to be white...hello stains! I'm going to try something like Sketchers with gell inserts. I'm not a fan of $100 nursing shoes, but we'll see how my feet do...
  23. Any PTSD from nursing?

    I'm quite certain that I don't have anything close to PTSD, but I will have nightmares that my loved ones have the same illnesses that my clients have. For instance, I cared for a gentleman with...
  24. Feel like I'm failing as a mom and student

    I will *hopefully* be graduating in 2017 with my ADN too. I think you need to adjust your expectations. It's very possible that both of us will not get the hospital jobs that we would like to have...
  25. Who hires new grads rn in la, ca

    That's one of the toughest job markets for new grads especially. I hope you do find a job, but if not, you may need to apply to several other places, including out of state. You can also still apply...