MsCupcakes

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  1. Any good LPN Schools in Colorado Springs?

    MsCupcakes replied to ASeekerAHealer's topic in Colorado Nursing

    The Colorado Springs area has 3 programs that I know of. Associate's RN at Pikes Peak Community College, Bachelor's RN at University of Colorado Springs Colorado, and Pueblo (about 30 minutes from the...

  2. Ppcc nursing program?

    MsCupcakes replied to Aelise7's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I applied to two schools, including PPCC, and the pre-requisites covering both took me one year (Spring, Summer, Fall). Would I do it again? Probably not, A&P in 5 weeks is not ideal. PPCC only...

  3. EMT vs CNA

    MsCupcakes replied to mmoorevirrey's topic in General Students

    As an EMT, I got some really amazing emergency trauma experience, as well as primary care (due to the specifications of my specific job.) However, when I did CNA clinicals, I was completely clueless....

  4. Transferring Schools Please Help!

    MsCupcakes replied to Marieh's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you already started your MA program, or are you still doing the

  5. Okay, this is random ... but under-scrub shirts! Specific needs.

    MsCupcakes replied to Lunah's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Have you had any luck with any of these brands? I have had pretty good luck with UnderArmor, but am wanting something lighter for the

  6. Certified background check drug test

    MsCupcakes replied to ipac's topic in General Students

    I would like to point out that marijuana isn't necessarily illegal everywhere (federally yes, according to the state, no.) Although I don't partake, it was a culture shock moving from somewhere that...

  7. Looking for online, accredited Anatomy and Physiology series course (lab not needed)

    MsCupcakes replied to challer's topic in General Students

    Pikes Peak Community College in Colorado was offering an online A&P last year. I'm not sure if they still have it, or any other information about it, since I opted for an in residence course at...

  8. Certified background check drug test

    MsCupcakes replied to ipac's topic in General Students

    My drug test/background check was through them for school, and it was a urine

  9. Pikes Peak community college program?

    MsCupcakes replied to Slytherinmoon's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I applied at PPCC last fall with a 3.6 pre-req GPA and was not accepted. I did only get an 89% on the TEAS, so I don't know which made me a poor candidate, but do keep in mind that it changes each...

  10. Chemistry Requirement?

    MsCupcakes replied to nursing96student's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Another option for you, if your school accepts CLEP credits, is to study for and take the College Algebra CLEP test. You get credit for it if you meet the school's score cutoff criteria, but it does...

  11. Dividers!

    MsCupcakes replied to meaganmutuc's topic in General Students

    I am a fanatic about Post-It Tabs ... I have different sizes and colors which I use to mark both my textbooks and notes. I've found they can be easily carried, and you can just stick them on the...

  12. Best Drug Reference Book?

    MsCupcakes replied to aarnigo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I use a combination of two different drug reference books. For nursing school, I've found that I like Mosby's Drug Guide for Nursing Students. It has tons of information about each different...

  13. Should I withdraw from a course?

    MsCupcakes replied to honeyforasalteyfish's topic in General Students

    I guess it really depends on what the program(s) you are applying to require. I certainly didn't have straight A's in my prerequisites, and I was accepted to a competitive program (with a high HESI...

  14. Keeping scrubs white - tips?

    MsCupcakes replied to Raven Sierra's topic in General Students

    I use OxiClean on mine, and make sure to wash them only with other white clothing. Haven't had them get dingy

  15. What do you do for money during nursing school?

    MsCupcakes replied to Infofreak411's topic in General Students

    I have a weekend bartending job. I work about 20 hours between Friday and Saturday, and with tips it averages out to about $20/hr. I was looking for a medical job, but found that they did not offer...

  16. Sharpie on Tegaderm

    MsCupcakes replied to Mavrick's topic in General Nursing

    Just tested this with Opsite Flexifix, with both Sharpie and Bic brand permanent markers in varying colors. There was no bleed-through present with any of the tested markers, but there was a slight...

  17. Nursing and tattoos

    MsCupcakes replied to Raecanty's topic in General Students

    There are a million threads on AN about tattoos and nursing that can offer additional insight. I am a heavily tattooed nursing student, and I have always kept them as covered as possible with long...

  18. And Off I Go!

    MsCupcakes replied to fyrephish's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I worked almost full-time while taking my pre-requisites (with an 18 credit course load fall/spring, and 13 in the summer), and was able to manage it fairly well. I have just begun my first semester...

  19. getting used to 12 hour shifts

    MsCupcakes replied to Momof8CNA's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Snacks, lots of water, and some coffee. I frequently worked 24 on/24 off, and would make sure that I would get some food and water in me whenever I had a break. I would also use breaks to sit down...

  20. Lvn...maybe airforce RN?! Help!!!

    MsCupcakes replied to Jsarmien1's topic in Government, Military

    I don't have much info for you on the Air Force side of it; I'm much more familiar with the Army. Be aware, however, that LVN/LPN is an enlisted position whereas RN is a commissioned (officer)...

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

    MsCupcakes replied to Valcorie34's topic in General Students

    Personally, I find that I retain information better when I physically write it down. I used to hand-write my notes, then type them that evening. This year, I'm using the Livescribe, which is a pen...

  22. Raising GPA

    MsCupcakes replied to SCM2018's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It honestly depends on the requirements for the school you're applying to. In my area, for example, there are two programs. The BSN program requires your full cumulative GPA, whereas the ADN program...

  23. Pre-req question!

    MsCupcakes replied to AshleyDeeee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are you already proficient in College Algebra? Some schools allow you to test out by taking their math assessment test. Additionally, College Algebra can be taken as a CLEP test. If you already know...

  24. Tattoos!

    MsCupcakes replied to mmbucklerky's topic in General Students

    I have an extensive amount of tattoos - my school requires them to be covered and is requiring removal of my non-coverable (hand) tattoos prior to starting clinicals. I did work in a medical job prior...

  25. PTSD and nursing school

    MsCupcakes replied to Valcorie34's topic in General Students

    You may want to look at trying to address the PTSD prior to your OB or peds rotation. Although I have very different triggers, I have had good results with a combination of immersion/desensitization...