MsCupcakes

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 Springs) has a Bachelor's RN at CSU Pueblo. If y...

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 looks at your pre-req GPA as opposed to cumulative,...

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. I had never made a bed, dressed a patient, or help...

Have you already started your MA program, or are you still doing the pre-requisites?

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 summer.

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 it's illegal to a state where recreational use is a...

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 another school, but it could be worth looking into.

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

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 semester based on the applicants. I was, however, a...

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 not apply to your GPA. It doesn't cost nearly as m...

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 first page of notes for that section.

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 medication, and I find it broke down exactly what I neede...

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 score). Does your school allow re-takes? Are you g...

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

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 the same flexibility or pay rate.

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 residual odor after removal of the film.

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 sleeves, even in class. My program does not allow v...

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 of actual nursing classes, and have had to drop do...

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 for a few minutes and do some stretching.

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) position. If you join a reserve component, expect to be...

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 that records your writing on an iPad or iPhone and ...

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 requires only your prerequisite GPA. Since it se...

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 the material, you can take a test for credit. You c...

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 to beginning nursing school, and never had any is...

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 therapy and counseling. I say this because I have ...