DiscGolfNurse

DiscGolfNurse BSN

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  1. Did anyone have to relocate for nursing school?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to Neywel120's topic in General Students

    I was in this same exact situation. Try contacting the school to see if they have any housing information for alumni who may be renting in the area to students. You will be fine! Its a great little...

  2. NCLEX Preparation HELp!!!!

    DiscGolfNurse replied to blissmj12's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It seems as though you are very prepared. You have definitely put in the time and the effort. I would definitely give your mind a rest today and the day of your test. Rest as much as possible and...

  3. 75 Questions... Only 11 SATA, passed!

    DiscGolfNurse replied to LisaBriRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Don't worry too much. If I remember correctly my Kaplan scores were up and down as I studied for NCLEX. 150 questions a day is good and should be your max amount that you do. Make sure you are...

  4. How long did you wait to get Chemo certified?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to SeaH20RN's topic in Oncology

    The process of obtaining your Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certificate takes about a month, which is how long the course runs. I precepted on a BMT unit during my final semester of nursing school and...

  5. Panicking big time. Shut off at 75 & tons of SATA.

    DiscGolfNurse replied to lyllea's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    One thing that is certain with NCLEX, is no two situations are the same. You will find people who passed with 75 (like myself) and failed with 75. People have passed with 265 and failed as well as...

  6. I'm stressed and need guidance! Is nursing for me?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to Golden450's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I recommend taking chemistry (as well as other necessary pre-requisites for your local college's nursing program) while you wait to apply for the next round of applications! Don't let others opinions...

  7. Just scheduled my NCLEX!!!

    DiscGolfNurse replied to L&DRN93's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I definitely don't think studying will hinder you. It will keep things fresh in your mind. When I studied for NCLEX there was still so much that I had reviewed that I had never learned about. I used...

  8. When should I start feeling like a nurse?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to 2bNursesamRN29's topic in General Students

    You feelings are completely normal. I don't think its typical to feel "ready" once you graduate. There is still so much to learn once you accept your first nursing job. Prioritization is huge and I...

  9. whoooo, got an interview

    DiscGolfNurse replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    That seems like a good plan! Your follow up shows you are interested! Of course! Anytime! Good luck and welcome to the nursing profession

  10. How did you decide your specialty?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to Irish_Mist's topic in General Nursing

    For myself, I loved oncology. That never changed. When I graduated I applied to all various types of positions. Of course oncology was number one but I didn't only apply to oncology positions. I did...

  11. How to manage life on night shift?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to Larry2016's topic in General Nursing

    My commute is about 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. The wonderful thing about nights is that you are usually against traffic, meaning you travel the opposite direction of morning and evening...

  12. whoooo, got an interview

    DiscGolfNurse replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    Ah, I see! In that case yes! See as much as you can and ask questions! Sounds like a great opportunity! Hmmm, its very likely that she is just busy, being a manager and all. What days did you offer?...

  13. whoooo, got an interview

    DiscGolfNurse replied to NightNerd's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats! I think the possibility of clinical questions varies on the hospital and the position. For my position on a med surg/oncology/palliative care unit, I was not asked any clinical questions...

  14. Need Advice!!!

    DiscGolfNurse replied to nhodge20's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It could be true personal reasons as to why they cannot get together. Other times, people study better alone than in groups yet don't say so because they do not want to offend anyone. You are also all...

  15. When should I apply to nursing school

    DiscGolfNurse replied to madiowens2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Usually you can apply to a nursing program as long as by the time of admission you will have completed the required courses. If you want to get into nursing school as soon as possible then I would do...

  16. "Due to health problems..."

    DiscGolfNurse replied to Veigar3's topic in General Students

    Regardless if it is a cop-out or not, we are not here to judge. We are here to offer advice and encouragement to each other. The truth is we often do not know what it is like to be in that person's...

  17. Amount of time from ATT to NCLEX!?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to Joanie49's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I got my ATT August 25th and chose September 17th for my NCLEX test date. My school incorporated Kaplan into our tuition so that was the only test prep program I used and I used the newest Saunders...

  18. life support and ethics

    DiscGolfNurse replied to GraceAbounds's topic in General Nursing

    I would have gotten the patients wishes in writing or helped them get an advanced directive set up to avoid this situation. I have never been in this position but many of my colleagues have been. I...

  19. How fast did you land a job?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to johndough's topic in General Students

    I think it depends on the state and what kind/level of nursing you are looking for. If you are specific about what kind of job you want I think it may take longer. If you are open to most positions...

  20. Terminated. Pursue a Lawsuit?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to ERgirlynurse's topic in General Nursing

    Also, ALL narcotics, including pills, needs to be wasted down a drain - either a sink or a toilet. Is this unique to your facility? At my facility we have a witness to waste excess (usually IV form...

  21. Shift work and dating

    DiscGolfNurse replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    It took some time and awful dates but I ended up meeting my boyfriend on Tinder, after I swore never to do online dating again. A strict screening process is important. Also, stick to your guns. If...

  22. Took the NCLEX on Saturday and now freaking out

    DiscGolfNurse replied to roscdiggity's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Did you happen to purchase the quick

  23. Took the NCLEX on Saturday and now freaking out

    DiscGolfNurse replied to roscdiggity's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats on getting to this point! As we all know, the NCLEX is variable. Getting 75 can mean you passed or it can mean you failed. There is no sure fire-way to know if you passed other than waiting...

  24. Drips on the Floor

    DiscGolfNurse replied to sergel02's topic in Pediatric

    I think it depends on the unit that you are on. In ICU patients can be on many drips (pressors, heparin, pain and so on). I know on my unit (med/surg, oncology, palliative care unit) we can only hang...

  25. Do any of you think about going to med school?

    DiscGolfNurse replied to RN to be soon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    OP, why is it that you are considering med school? maybe we can give some better advice or provide more accurate