I have considered becoming a CNA at one time, but since I'm already on the track to begin clinicals next summer, I don't really see the point of it. (I am traditional BSN-RN) Are there any previous or...
I am aware of what an LPN is... I asked the question because I actually know of a few LPNs who are not REGISTERED nurses and are currently in school to obtain their BSN... I understand the difference...
Hello, I have been trying for a while to get a job at a hospital, even as a cafeteria cashier or food transporter to patients, just to have a background. I am not a CNA or have any certifications in...
Very true... I had all of my introductory nursing courses with CNAs and others who are already working with patients in the field who complained the most about what was being taught vs what they do at...
Oh yes, that question was for you Simplistic. I was pre-nursing with a few CNAs that were already familiar with everything and it would kinda make me feel a little discouraged... just a little bit. My...
I know most community colleges require that you have your CNA certification, and I was told that most hospitals will help student nurses who does not have their CNA to obtain it while they're going...
Hey cek35, 1. Are the courses that you are referring to college accredited or AP courses? Because in all honesty, unless that is the case, your high school grades and ACT/SAT scores will not count...
Hey briannad, It is ultimately up to you obviously, but I am glad that you are asking yourself this question because some people will just go into the medical field for all of the wrong reasons. You...
Oh and also to answer your third point about my studying habits, I do seem to get easily distracted at times. My boyfriend and I are both studying in the science field, so we both understand the...
Hello, Is there anyone that has been through or currently may have any advice on balancing life between clinical, classes, relationships, meals, etc.? I am expected to begin my cohort next Summer...
I"m almost afraid to ask if you are really a student nurse or a RN assisting patients... to say that it's fine because of your high GPA isn't always the end result of being a great nurse. There are...
Hi KariT, I'll have to give you some tough love here, but before I do, do not ever feel ashamed of yourself. You should just sit back and think if being in the medical field is truly what you can see...
No problem! I know exactly what it's like to feel defeated. I was literally feeling the same this past Spring semester every time I would score less than 85%, but I managed to get through it. There...
It is not a bad start, honestly. It's just a lesson learned. There is no perfect one-way street to becoming a nurse. You are not the only one who may feel defeated because of one disappointing grade....