TiffanyMcNurse2b

TiffanyMcNurse2b has 6 years experience and specializes in Plastics/Reconstruction, General.

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1. Deciding on job: VA OR vs. Cardiac OR

   TiffanyMcNurse2b posted a topic in Operating Room

   Hi all! I am finishing Nursing school in May (YAY!). Because I am already part of the health system (8 years of OR experience as a Surgical Tech) I have several options available to me as far as OR Nurse jobs. The two I am considering are: The VA Ope...

2. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

   TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

   Hi Laila! I can't remember how many points I had personally to get it to the RN program, but I think that LPN-RN admissions take on more applicants from what I have heard. I wish you the best of luck, and hopefully you'll receive your acceptance let...

3. In my first semester and want another baby

   TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to TiffanyMcNurse2b's topic in General Students

   I've been in my current position for over 6 years. I'm guaranteed up to 12 weeks. :)

4. In my first semester and want another baby

   TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to TiffanyMcNurse2b's topic in General Students

   I'm 28. I know I have a lot of time, but honestly I want to get babies done while time is on my side. I have PCOS so having the first one was a surprise. I have a solid job with great healthcare benefits and short term disability and PTO. With that ...

5. In my first semester and want another baby

   TiffanyMcNurse2b posted a topic in General Students

   Ok, hear me out. For some reason, and I'm not sure why.. if my biological clock is yelling at me or what, but I have the strongest urge to have another baby. My daughter will be 4 in March, and I just feel like it's time to have a baby. I am in my f...

6. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

   TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

   Thanks for the info! I'm ready to get started, good advice :)

7. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

   TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

   Hello! :) The last time I was at the Information Session for Nursing the *average* point for admission was 45. This doesn't mean that you won't get in with 42... Also, there is a great tutor for TEAS at DTCC, Her name ia Ariane Vinson. She does tut...

8. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

   TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

   I'm in too! Wooo!!! Congrats! This is so exciting!

9. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

   TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

   Hopefully so! I have not applied to any other schools. So, really hoping this works out!

10. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

    TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

    Thanks! I have been working in the OR for almost 6 years now and really enjoy what I do. I know that the nurses have better benefits/salaries/bonuses/ etc, so it is time for me to have that too! I'm really looking forward to my career as a nurse. I ...

11. What can I do to be productive while waiting to get into Nursing program?

    TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to TiffanyMcNurse2b's topic in General Students

    Thank you all so much for all of the great ideas/tips. I will probably do a combination of studying and also just taking care of myself before all the craziness starts. I find that I am such a busy body, it will be impossible for me to do nothing rel...

12. What can I do to be productive while waiting to get into Nursing program?

    TiffanyMcNurse2b posted a topic in General Students

    Hi all! I am waiting to get into the Nursing program at my school. I should know something by March/April, but won't actually start until August. I feel like I need something to do, because I have a long time off. Is there something that is benefic...

13. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

    TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

    I think that 50 sounds about right. I just hope that I'm part of that 50. I'm going to be stressed out waiting to hear back! Can't believe that it takes so long . I was a little worried when I submitted my application that we didn't receive any rece...

14. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

    TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

    It is very nerve wracking! DTCC is the only school I am applying to as well. I live in Durham, so I'm hoping the extra points will help get me in. Do you happen to remember how many people they said would get in? I remember they said it at the inform...

15. Durham Tech Fall 2015 ADN Program

    TiffanyMcNurse2b replied to Ndoht's topic in North Carolina

    Hello! I just submitted my application yesterday. I'm of course super nervous, but I'm hoping all goes well. Have you been able to submit yet? Do you live in Durham?