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  1. Best programs near Jacksonville?

    Illuminati posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    I really hope that this isn't an annoyingly common question! I tried to search, but I couldn't figure out how to. I absolutely hate how this site is set up! (I've used the phone app forever, not...

  2. Linguistic Pet Peeves

    Illuminati replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Ooo your name is

  3. Need Encouragement as a SNF CNA

    Illuminati replied to Clarifier S'il vous's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I so feel your pain! I'm a SNA in clinical right now. This is the hardest work I've ever done! Props to CNAs! I don't think it makes you look bad. Go to HR, tell them its not the fit you had hoped...

  4. Just took my NCLEX...

    Illuminati replied to tired_panda's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hey, it will be okay! Just breathe. Update us as soon as you know, we are all cheering for you! You need a distraction for the next few days. You worked hard, be good to

  5. Nurse with ADD :(

    Illuminati replied to WheresMyPen's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    My story is a lot like yours. I agree, it sucks to need stims. I recommend reading "Driven to distraction", I think you will find great consolation that the majority of adult ADD sufferers struggle...

  6. Embarrassing topic: sweating

    Illuminati replied to quazar's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    OK... This is drastic, but it works: mitchum roll on clinical strength antiperspirant. After your shower, pat the area dry with a towel. Roll on the liquid liberally to the area that perspires. Now...

  7. Portland community college

    Illuminati replied to Illuminati's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Hey thank you so much, also

  8. Portland community college

    Illuminati posted a topic in Oregon Nursing

    Does anyone know what a competitive point count is for PCC now that the nursing packet has been

  9. Mt Hood LPN program

    Illuminati replied to abree0323's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Thank you so much for your honesty here, I was thinking about doing the LPN program, looking at either Mt. Hood or Sumner. Did you do the LPN or the RN? I'm so sorry you had a bad experience! I'd love...

  10. Irrational patients

    Illuminati replied to Smilie0809RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I had this really difficult resident at an adult foster home I worked for. She had MS, terrible bed sores, cath, needed daily digital manipulation for bowel movemts, etc... She was just bad off. She...

  11. Mt Hood LPN program

    Illuminati replied to abree0323's topic in Oregon Nursing

    ADev, it won't let me pm you. So curious why the LPN application rate is so

  12. How did you get through nursing school?

    Illuminati replied to Student2017555's topic in General Students

    I get that... But as someone who struggles like OP with anxiety, studying more helped me so much with confidence, and THAT killed my anxiety. Repetition breeds confidence. Confidence breeds

  13. It seems that some students are not a good fit for nursing.

    Illuminati replied to Banana nut's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What made you decide against medical

  14. Portland community college

    Illuminati replied to Illuminati's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Hey thank you for the feedback. I was trying to decide if I should apply this year, or wait until next time around (and have micro under my belt), and ---------------- said they don't know how many...

  15. Do you stalk anyone here?

    Illuminati replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I stalk a bunch of you guys. Isn't it strange how you can feel close to strangers because of shared ideals, ethics and

  16. I am a NURSE

    Illuminati replied to LTC_RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    So.. Why does everyone seem to think one should try for hospital jobs straight out of

  17. Student, mom, wife... In that order

    Illuminati replied to Andreany9's topic in General Students

    No... I think "student, mom, wife... In that order" is completely accurate. I am 33, I have a 2yr old and a 13 yr old. My partner and I are having a very very long engagement because I'm not sure what...

  18. could get fired!

    Illuminati replied to RNmoms's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Wondering what the outcome

  19. How much trouble am I in?

    Illuminati replied to Tropicalsun's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    So curious how this turned

  20. hydrogen potassium exchange

    Illuminati replied to mboundtogether's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Lol... You're

  21. Panick Attack #

    Illuminati replied to VigilantNurse's topic in Nursing Career

    I think you need to see a therapist and consider PTSD therapy or group therapy. I had a similar situation, similar symptoms, it really changed my

  22. Never wanna take students again.

    Illuminati replied to remotefuse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I take posts like this and file them away. Someday when I am learning from someone else I will try to be humble and let them teach. Sorry for your cocky students OP, we're not all like that, I...

  23. Can I still be a nurse

    Illuminati replied to Daisybug4's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You need to look into programs in your area and make appointments with their advisors to find out exactly what you need to

  24. Failed anatomy and low GPA

    Illuminati replied to cashpiper's topic in General Students

    Try again. I am a slow learner too. I made a checklist that I go though for each chapter. The checklist goes over different ways to get info in, like : 1) read chapter, 2) watch YouTube lecture, 3)...

  25. Christmas gift list

    Illuminati posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What is on your wish list this year? What medical or school related... Or even just geeky science stuff? I need ideas. Here are a few things I have so far: 1) Danskos (or comfortable shoes) 2) My...