Shagce1

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  1. Nclex exam scheduled!

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Tomorrow is the day for me! 8:00 am. Normally should be a 45 minute drive. I am planning on giving myself an additional 30 minutes in case of a traffic issue. I test drove today to make sure I knew...

  2. Taking NCLEX tomorrow

    Shagce1 replied to AshesRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am taking Tuesday morning. I'll send you vibes if you send them to me the next

  3. max capacity lift test?

    Shagce1 replied to BSN16's topic in General Nursing

    My lift test was bending over, picking up a 50 lb box and setting it down. I had to drive 30 minutes to the testing site to perform a 10 second test. The physical therapist that administered it even...

  4. Tips for really strict clinical instructor?

    Shagce1 replied to Kiki<3's topic in General Students

    My best instructors were the most strict. I hated them at the time, but in hindsight I learned the most from them. Good luck to you. You will get through this and be very

  5. Age of transfer credit

    Shagce1 replied to elefante1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My program took my chemistry and had I had the right a & p would have accepted that as well. My chemistry was 20 years old. It was from the same school so maybe that made a

  6. Taking clothes off for a head to toe assessment

    Shagce1 replied to evelyn305's topic in General Students

    We were told to have shorts and sports bras to wear when we did head to toes/lung sounds/hearts sounds. But we were given a patient gown to wear as well as a sheet to cover up with. Beds were also...

  7. June NCLEX takers

    Shagce1 replied to jess4923's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    June 7. Using Saunders, Kaplan, RN exam cram (can't think which company puts that book out? Too lazy to go look) RN mastery app and ati materials from my school. I have been doing 1-2 hours of...

  8. Poll, what would you like to read about?

    Shagce1 replied to Surg-OncRN's topic in General Nursing

    2 and

  9. Can I ask to work exclusively day shifts?

    Shagce1 replied to kassiahgp's topic in General Nursing

    I would worry right now about getting through nursing school. Find some supports for you and your child. You may need them when clinicals start as they can sometimes have crazy hours. Maybe while you...

  10. Nclex exam scheduled!

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I don't know if every state is the same or not, but I had a choice of 8am or 2 pm. And yes, arriving 30 minutes early. I am going at 8 am and morning traffic can be pretty bad so I will probably...

  11. How can I stand out in my CNA clinical?

    Shagce1 replied to ana_96's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Practice your skills as much as possible. Also, there will probably be down time at the clinical site. Try to keep busy. Offer help to the staff, talk to the residents even if they are not your own....

  12. Nclex exam scheduled!

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

  13. Nclex exam scheduled!

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you for the pep talk. Logic tells me I have got this. But my emotions are saying

  14. Authorization to test

    Shagce1 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I graduate on may 13th. I have applied to my state board of nursing and Pearson vue and paid associated fees. I know that I won't be given authorization to test until my school releases my graduation...

  15. Advice for 1st semester nursing students.

    Shagce1 replied to 2bNurseDR.T's topic in General Students

    Don't try to get ahead right now. Enjoy your next three months of freedom. You will have plenty to do starting in august. Get caught up on chores around your house, work and save money, enjoy your...

  16. Authorization to test

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good point. I knew that, but think I sort of forgot. Thanks for the

  17. Why are Nurses and CNAs so mean/rude

    Shagce1 replied to guest05/03/16's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Well then it's a good thing they have you. Too bad the only people your facility hires are mean nasty

  18. Meaning of your username?

    Shagce1 replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    a combination of my husband, son and daughters initials. Nothing fancy just some letters I knew I'd never

  19. Authorization to test

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What state are you

  20. Authorization to test

    Shagce1 replied to Shagce1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks all. I think I will go ahead and get the temp license. Better to be safe than sorry. It is only $14. If it goes to waste, no

  21. My father's health information

    Shagce1 replied to Catcar1963's topic in General Nursing

    She is violating HIPPA. Technically illegal. Who else's privacy has she violated? I would consider reporting. Even if you don't know who it is, someone probably could figure it out or the facility...

  22. Patient refusal to shower-neglect?

    Shagce1 replied to MissxPriss's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I say document refused. Patient has right to refuse. Forced shower would be battery. Maybe negotiate a different day or time? "How would you feel about doing it tomorrow instead of today?" Or "I can...

  23. Advice for 1st semester nursing students.

    Shagce1 replied to 2bNurseDR.T's topic in General Students

    I too would like to second the thought about not worrying about your age. I am graduating in May and will be 43 in July. I have made friends across the age spectrum from 20's to 50's. My closest 3...

  24. Question for Day Shift Nurses Who Own a Dog

    Shagce1 replied to westieluv's topic in General Nursing

    I would hire someone to come let the dog out and walk it once per day three days per week. Place an ad, get references. People do this for a living. You never know what you might find. Check with your...

  25. How long should I stay at my job?

    Shagce1 replied to Jeans93's topic in General Nursing

    I personally wouldn't be even thinking about it yet. Get comfortable and know your stuff so you have great things to share on your resume and in interviews. I would think at least 9