Valcorie34

Valcorie34 BSN, MSN, RN

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  1. I need cna help

    Valcorie34 replied to AjJibjab's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am sorry But I do think it is your fault. You should learn from this and move on. First, this resident was a fall risk and confused. If someone is confused self transfers or is unstable you should...

  2. I need tips for taking a manual BP please!

    Valcorie34 replied to fatrabbit's topic in General Students

    I had a lot of similar problems when I started as a CNA. I am lucky to have a lot of practice before starting school. when you hold the bell, dont cover the bell with your thumb. Just touch the...

  3. You know you're a CNA when...

    Valcorie34 replied to hookyarnandblanket's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think i am brining home a box of gloves one dryer full at a time.

  4. advice on how to handle my situtation

    Valcorie34 replied to honeyforasalteyfish's topic in General Students

    Figure out the factoring system at your college of chice and make a plan. Is it strictly GPA? One college I applied at was only the grade for 3 classes, and an accuplacer test. I was waitlisted...

  5. 100% on my exam and it wasn't exciting... :(

    Valcorie34 replied to NICURN2013's topic in General Students

    What nclex book and hesi book do you use? Also what are some good study tips. Im going to pick YOUR brain. Obviously what your doing works for you.

  6. 100% on my exam and it wasn't exciting... :(

    Valcorie34 replied to NICURN2013's topic in General Students

    The best way to prove it is keep getting awesome grades. Be so good they cant ignore it. If you always score well, they will go from concern to amazment and

  7. Rambling post: First week of nursing school reflection

    Valcorie34 replied to FolksBtrippin's topic in General Students

    To quote a famous disney character, " let it go, let it go..." i would just roll with things at home for a while. Starting nursing school is a big change for him too. Why start off fighting. Just let...

  8. Nursing student hair color change for more respect

    Valcorie34 replied to Vonqiqi's topic in General Students

    I saw just go seahawks colors. No one can fault that. Hehe ( maybe Im a bad

  9. How to get CNA:patient ratios down.

    Valcorie34 replied to Missingyou's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Heck I would love it if we were able to have the ratio the state expects it would be gravy. I am so used to being short staffed, I left early for nursing school. I was just plain burning out. 15...

  10. Fashion Design to Nursing: Advice on How to Break into the Nursing and Healthcare Industry

    Valcorie34 replied to drea_futureRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Honestly, I would become a CNA. A great deal of nursing programs give extra points to applicants who have been CNAs. (certified nursing assistant) Plus it give you a very hands on look at nursing....

  11. Is this possible?

    Valcorie34 replied to KatFUTUREnurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Even if they were not a pre req. I would NEVER do it. One builds on the other in a way that really really makes you want to know the material first AND both are crazy huge

  12. How many ABSN programs should I apply to?

    Valcorie34 replied to armymusic2013's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would apply to as many as you can, that you would truely be willing to attend. It never hurts to be

  13. What was your GPA, when you got accepted into nursing school?

    Valcorie34 replied to Kimynurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Mine is a 3.5. I was accepted into a ADN

  14. Older student....frazzled and unsure!

    Valcorie34 replied to Wanderlust2's topic in General Students

    I did it long after high school too! You can do this. Stop and think about your learning style. Are you visual? Auditory, hands on? I am very visual and flash cards helped. The key for me was to...

  15. Calling all non-traditional nursing students!!!

    Valcorie34 replied to ShontaFutureBSN's topic in General Students

    Shonta, I really enjoy working as CNA. I have learned so much that I know will help me in nursing school. Like how to prioritize, time management, and honestly not to be intimidated by nurses or...

  16. Single mom, no support

    Valcorie34 replied to Mzshari's topic in General Students

    I am not sure what state your in. I am in WA. Here I can get help through DSHS with food and medical for myself and kids while a full time student. Then my college has a BFET program for people...

  17. Note taking in class....how do you do it.

    Valcorie34 replied to Valcorie34's topic in General Students

    If you have a school email address, you can go to microsoft365 and create an account with your school email and download office including onenote for free.

  18. What separates sucessful nursing students from the rest

    Valcorie34 posted a topic in General Students

    This is the time of year when many nursing programs start, students are gearing up, gossip about how many dont pass abound. It seems like the perfect time to start a thread about what makes some...

  19. What are the chances of loan forgiveness?

    Valcorie34 replied to seekinghappy's topic in General Students

    There is a catch...if you go to the wrong place. The department of education offers many loan forgivness programs. There are hundreds of scam companies out there that want money upfront then monthly...

  20. Why are the floor nurses so unwilling to teach?

    Valcorie34 replied to 2bnursebeckky's topic in General Students

    I work as a CNA and watch nursing students and nurses. ( plus i was accepted as a student woohoo.) But the biggest thing I see anoying nurses are students who dont just jump in. Waiting to be told...

  21. I'm a newbie and all of a sudden State's coming in

    Valcorie34 replied to TheAwkwardOne's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Here are a few tips... If state asks you a question and you arent sure of the answer, dont guess. Tell them you will double check. Ask your nurse or RCM then tell them. You will never be in trouble...

  22. You know you're a CNA when...

    Valcorie34 replied to hookyarnandblanket's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    YES! I do

  23. Is my TEAS V score enough to get into nursing school??

    Valcorie34 replied to robinettem's topic in General Students

    I glad you can retake it i giess kust think of it as a e and try to beat

  24. Best shoes for nurses?

    Valcorie34 replied to umbrilynn's topic in General Students

    I am a CNA now and walk ALOT, plus being a nursing student. I see people wearing danskos but everytime i try them on my feet hurt. I love sketchers work shoes. The chant softies are my fav. My feet...

  25. Taking 20 credit hours?

    Valcorie34 replied to Kaylle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You need to check with your advisor about this. The science classes shouldn't be taken together not just for the time constraints but because USUALLY chemistry is a prereq for A&P. You need the...