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    Study Atmosphere

    mindofmidwifery replied to xopanda91's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm most productive at my school's library. I feel like it facilitates learning more than anywhere else and there's not much to be distracted with. I listen to music with headphones but keep the...
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    Help finding a school

    mindofmidwifery replied to Medboi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Private school as in for-profit? Don't waste your time, they hand out diplomas and milk your money. I would just say to do research, view each school's requirements, and speak to admissions...
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    How to sleep for first night shift?

    mindofmidwifery replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm incapable of waking up in the morning so I'd much rather work nights but evening shift is my
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    Student wants to know what stethoscope is best

    mindofmidwifery replied to kwilson251's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have used both a Prestige stethoscope and Littman, they both sounded as good as the other so I ended up buying Prestige. My ears might suck but if something cheap works as good as something...
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    We're supposed to be perfect everday?

    mindofmidwifery replied to TeflonNurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That probably has to be one of the best perks of working
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    Length of time before requesting transfer at new job

    mindofmidwifery replied to PediatricRNTX's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Facilities differ. I have to work in the same department for a year before I can
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    Part time day shift vs full time night

    mindofmidwifery replied to vivrantthing's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would also go for full
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    Nail polish and wraps

    mindofmidwifery replied to nf nurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It's bad but at my LTC facility I've seen acrylics and I hate to admit it but I'm growing my nails out again :/ I just miss them so much. They're not really strict about it here but I know at other...
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    Help finding a school

    mindofmidwifery replied to Medboi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are you currently in high school? Try looking at schools that accept based on merit. If you have volunteer/job experience, can write an awesome admissions essay, did well on standardized tests and...
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    Looking for CNA newhire checklist

    mindofmidwifery replied to joshuaD's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    We have a checklist but honestly a lot of the points seem somewhat irrelevant/redundant. If I were you I would just look at an overview of what CNAs in your facility do on a daily basis, compile a...
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    CNA uniform policy

    mindofmidwifery replied to joshuaD's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I would definitely ask the staff for their opinions! At my facility, CNAs have to wear scrubs but a lot of us get by wearing scrub pants and a t-shirt or other informal top. I usually wear scrub pants...
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    Asking about Pto before starting at a company?

    mindofmidwifery replied to max33's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I believe it would be appropriate to call and ask those questions, or just email them if possible. I would personally email. No point in getting into something if you're not aware of
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    Why do some people look down on LPNs?

    mindofmidwifery replied to eatlovepray04's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I think it's the same reason why people look down on CNAs and why a lot of people look down on nurses as a whole! The whole "why don't you be a doctor" business and
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    Opportunities

    mindofmidwifery replied to phoenix arius's topic in Immigration Advice

    I think they just don't want you to get your hopes up... You can't believe everything you read on the
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    How to sleep for first night shift?

    mindofmidwifery replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I really don't doubt it, but I feel like knowing it's temporary will make it bearable. I'm only working nights this weekend for orientation then I'm in the clear
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    Tell me what you love and hate about instructors

    mindofmidwifery replied to Vtachy1's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I love when instructors are hands on and personable. I dislike when instructors are dry, lecture the whole class, and don't review key
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    Please evaluate my GPA and TEAS. Where to apply?

    mindofmidwifery replied to sallyhahah's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Why don't you research and find out where would suit you best? It's not advisable to ask strangers where to apply. We can see numbers but don't know anything about you as a person :) Are you in high...
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    How many steps do you take a shift?

    mindofmidwifery replied to j0yegan's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Not bad, my average is 5-6K in an 8 hour
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    what laptop is good for nursing school

    mindofmidwifery replied to nat_22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't know about other surfaces but you can buy a keyboard accessory for the iPad and use it just like a computer in terms of typing
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    what laptop is good for nursing school

    mindofmidwifery replied to nat_22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Love love love my MacBook Pro. I have a 2011 13" and it still works like a charm. I like the model because you can add memory to it unlike the newer models. If you just need a laptop for minimal use...
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    How to sleep for first night shift?

    mindofmidwifery replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Tonight is my first night and honestly all I did was nap two hours before and I feel fine. I still have four hours left but did not expect to feel this alert regardless. If you're a caffeine consumer...
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    starting nursing school with a baby

    mindofmidwifery replied to peysmama14's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't have any kids and I'm not pregnant but the best thing to do right now is take a small course load of online classes, if
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    How to study for Medical Terminology

    mindofmidwifery replied to princesama's topic in General Students

    I have to learn advanced medical terminology for job training and plan on using my flashcard app to study. Basic medical terminology is simple and most words you either would know or can figure out...
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    Objective and subjective

    mindofmidwifery replied to naintraining's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Crying is objective. You can hear a person cry out and you can physically see
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    cna cert. exam tips/advice

    mindofmidwifery replied to thecookingnursing's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That's what I did. I just explained what I was doing as I was doing it so I made sure I didn't miss