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mirandaaa

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  1. Three W's

    It just depends on the school you're interested in applying to. I suggest speaking to an advisor at that school and see what they
  2. Oh thank you so much for responding and this does make me feel better. Were you required to relocate or what were the
  3. Which Mac Air? 11" or 13"

    Definitely the 13. I even think the 13 is too small sometimes (I originally wanted the
  4. Teas V?

    I found the math portion to be super easy. I'm TERRIBLE at match and I only missed one question in the entire math section. Just touch up on your basics and you'll be
  5. Esme welcome back!!!!

    I could feel my bp rising at the sight of the "Get My Nurse" app in your post. Yeesh. Welcome back,
  6. Teas V?

    We were not allowed any calculator and there was not one provided on the computer during the exam. We were only allowed to take a pencil and scratch paper (both of which they provided). And no...
  7. Question about getting into Ivy Tech timeline?

    Pre-requisites have to be completed before beginning the program (there are 4). It is beneficial to complete as many co-reqs as you can prior to beginning as well, just because you're going to be...
  8. For those of us that are currently waiting for our results of acceptance or denial into the Fall 2015 start for nursing school, I think we can all agree that the word "patience" is not something we...
  9. Me! I start the RN program in August
  10. How to pay for nursing school?!? Help!

    It looks like it's the ASN. But could still be cost effective to get your ASN first then do a one-year bridge to the
  11. "Patience" Is Not A Word In Our Vocabulary

    Congrats!! I've been relaxing and enjoying having few responsibilities
  12. Today, I am thankful for......

    I'm always thankful for the little things that are often taken for granted. The fact that my cat "talks" to me and I can generally understand what he wants/needs. Having clean silverware provided...
  13. Had my first colonoscopy today

    This is a very interesting post
  14. scholarship essay resources

    I suggest writing in APA or MLA format (sometimes the scholarship will specify) and write about the topic required. Use references if needed. If you have taken a college English course, ask your old...
  15. How to pay for nursing school?!? Help!

    A little different, but have you considered Butler? They have a great nursing program and a lot of hospitals will take a Butler grad over another school because of their great reputation and standing....
  16. What do you think is toughest shift

    I hated 7-3. It (to me) was the most difficult because you were having to get people up, get most of the showers done, deal with breakfast AND lunch on top of changing and toileting people. Although...
  17. Head to Toe Red Scrubs

    OMG
  18. Working and Attending Class Both Full Time

    Although I agree with that statement, sometimes not working just isn't an option. With the right support and dedication, I feel that it is possible (setbacks
  19. Sexy male scrubs

    This is my new favorite post on this
  20. How do I get thru waiting for acceptance/denial letters

    For me, waiting for my letter was the worst part! (and I only had to wait 3 months). Like the PP said, take some classes to keep your mind busy and focused on school-mode. You can take some of your...
  21. Teas V

    Same. It literally has everything you need on the test. Getting other books/study materials will just fill your mind with things that you don't need to
  22. Working and Attending Class Both Full Time

    I posted this a few months ago and got a ton of great feedback from nurses who worked during nursing school. It's pretty motivational if you know you'll have to work an go to school....
  23. Truck Driver wanna be nurse

    I like this post :) I've been working in transportation the past two years as a dispatch assistant for a tanker trunk company while I was working on my pre-requisites. I enjoy the trucking life, but...
  24. PCT Schedule for Nursing Student

    You could do either 1st or 3rd, it just depends on what would work for you. You can also look into PRN; you can basically make your own schedule (and PRN employees generally make a few more dollars an...
  25. Did I not get the job?

    I suggest just calling. Just explain that it has been a little over two weeks and you were just double-checking on the status. Chances are that little reminder will both remind the employer who you...