Valcorie34

Valcorie34 BSN, MSN, RN

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  1. Is an associates degree in nursing a waste of time?

    Valcorie34 replied to hardworkingmom9's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hell no! You made it this far keep you head up. Being a single mom this will help you with a great income. Plus there are a ton of AA to BSN programs out there you can do online while you work. If...

  2. STUDY? HOW?!!!

    Valcorie34 replied to kvn813's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here is what works for me if it helps. 1. If you use it 3 times it is more likely to stick. SO 1. I take notes in class, 2. I read the book and highlight/ take notes from the book. Then 3. I turn...

  3. honors or volunteer

    Valcorie34 replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    I will be honest, ten years from now do you employers will look at your resume and say this person did one thing with honnors or wow they have 2 degrees? Also how would a second degree help you...with...

  4. How do I quit my CNA job after the first day?

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

    Dont feel bad about quitting they didn't uphold their end of the negotiation. If nessicary just be honest. I was offered a job for more money and since you are unable to offer me the wage discussed...

  5. CNA relocating to WA

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

    Many of the Fortis Managment group owned Long term care units offer 12 hour shifts and many have CNA signing bonuses right now. I have worked for them and was happy with my experience. But "hospital...

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

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

    Also when poo starts seeming funny... your probably a

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

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

    When a friend dies and you keep working, because a good CNA knows you care about everyone in your care. Other professions would have time off, counseling, we keep going because what we do matters to...

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

    Valcorie34 replied to robinettem's topic in General Students

    why in the world would you take the TEAS before completing your prereqs? The TEAS tests all the knowledge you have gained. I would retake it after you finish especially your A&P. Your score...

  9. Stethoscope questions

    Valcorie34 posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I have worked as a CNA for a long time and I take vitals manualy. I have a cheep stethoscope/BP cuff kit. I find that I can hear most BP's fine. Sometimes I run into very faint hard to hear ones....

  10. Stethoscope questions

    Valcorie34 replied to Valcorie34's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Thank you! I like my spraque and have the bell/diaphram extras that came with it. I just worried it wouldn't work out as well. But it sounds like front he feed back, anyway that it would be

  11. I am so tired and so scared of a burn out

    Valcorie34 replied to padawan42's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree find a better spot. CNA's need to be a team. Find a spot willing to help you improve, a team who has your back and a facility willing to help you as you are in

  12. Help! What to wear for CNA State test?!?!

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

    just keep in mind that you will be practicing test skills on other students. So think of someone putting ted hose on you, or doing a BP. It is pretty mellow and no big

  13. Is it possible to work fulltime as a CNA while going to nursing school?

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

    I worked full time as a CNA and did 12-15 credits all last year I nearly died from overload. I would NEVER be able to pull it off. Most nursing programs strongly urge you not to work while attending....

  14. "You won't like being a CNA!"

    Valcorie34 replied to Moriah02's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think you either like it or you don't. It is HARD work and on your feet all the time. Most people wouldn't like it. I mean it involved seeing people at their worst right? But for people that...

  15. Do you ever get EVERYTHING you need done during your shift?

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

    I have been at it a while and I dont always get everything done. BUT I know how to accomplish the priorities. Always get vitals to your nurse early. Either as you get people up in the AM or as soon...

  16. What direction should I go? I'm really torn and need real guidance/advice...Lpn or RN?

    Valcorie34 replied to Beautiful_Soul's topic in General Students

    I work as a CNA in a LTC unit. I am also a nursing student. BUT nearly every LPN I work with is trying to obtain their RN or kicking themselves for not getting it. So many have a hard time finding...

  17. PTSD and nursing school

    Valcorie34 posted a topic in General Students

    I am a CNA presently, and I have been accepted into nursing school. I am a bit concerned about my PTSD and how to handle OB/Peds rotation. I lost a baby about 4 years ago to hypoplastic left heart...

  18. Should I apply?

    Valcorie34 replied to Brookerogers's topic in General Students

    Get your CNA cert. it will get you the job, plus help on nursing school applications. If you are doing prereqs that is very different from what they are asking. If you are in a nursing program then...

  19. PTSD and nursing school

    Valcorie34 replied to Valcorie34's topic in General Students

    It is a community college and it actually has very high NCLEX pass rates. They are trying to get a BSN program set up also. So the school is decent, but the last staff had some issues. Plus It is...

  20. Disgusting Icky Stickies: Nurse Protect Yourself

    Valcorie34 replied to Jacqueline.Damm's topic in General Nursing

    Oh My goodness! I never thought of my shoes! I am crazy about personal protection, I am a CNA and starting Nursing school. I deal with TB, Cdiff, Hepititis you name it but I never thought of shoes....

  21. PTSD and nursing school

    Valcorie34 replied to Valcorie34's topic in General Students

    I don't say this to scare. My point is actually the positive. It was only 3 shifts. 3 days out of my student time. Three shifts, three days that sounds fairly managable. I think your right lectures...

  22. Power tripping coworker

    Valcorie34 replied to orangepink's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I may not be a nurse yet (in school). However, I think everyone meets these personality types in life and especially her work. I think the ONLY way to deal with this is directly. If there is a...

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

    Valcorie34 replied to ShontaFutureBSN's topic in General Students

    Hi I am a non traditional student as well. I am 34, and a mom of two wonderful girls. I am in Washington State and just got accepted into Nursing School. I work as a CNA in a LTC

  24. What nursing specialty interests you the most for the future?

    Valcorie34 replied to kingvonnBSN2017's topic in General Students

    I am presently a CNA in a 100 bed LTC rehab facility. I am starting nursing school in the next month. I know my horizons will broaden exponentially soon. However, I really want to work with the...

  25. Office space in bedroom - advice

    Valcorie34 replied to MissKrys87's topic in General Students

    PINTREST! lol it is the best site for ideas. I had a small bedroom last year and used a shutter attached to the wall i could fold out into a desk and sit on the edge of my bed as a chair. It was a...