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jess.mont ADN, RN

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  1. Does your nursing school offer test review

    jess.mont replied to Isabelle49's topic in General Students

    We also take all of our tests on computers, but in the testing center, not in class. At the end, you get a report that shows you which objectives you missed. If you don't pass the test, you meet with...

  2. Multiple IV's for one student, none for the rest... Is this usual during clinical?

    jess.mont replied to Sherijo71's topic in General Students

    I needed a blood draw at my doctor's office recently, and the nurse was a former medic. He said, "Doesn't matter to me how your veins look - I can get you anywhere. Even your neck!" I happily gave him...

  3. How are people surviving financially while in a full-time ABSN program?

    jess.mont replied to Vandrews's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    New York's BSN in

  4. Onondaga Community College

    jess.mont replied to kinzkat36's topic in School, College Programs

    It's definitely best if your pre-reqs are completed ahead of time, but some students can't do this because they need to be full-time for financial aid. (I think this rule is incredibly foolish, but...

  5. Onondaga Community College

    jess.mont replied to kinzkat36's topic in School, College Programs

    Another thing to note is that OCC's NCLEX pass rate is 95% while their completion rate is lower at 51%. BCC's NCLEX pass rate is 84%, but their completion rate is 76%. Not that number are every, but...

  6. Onondaga Community College

    jess.mont replied to kinzkat36's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi, Kinzkat - I'm currently in my first semester at OCC's nursing program. The program, like most nursing schools, is difficult, but it's also a wonderful fit for independent learners. Why sit in...

  7. How are people surviving financially while in a full-time ABSN program?

    jess.mont replied to Vandrews's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I feel the same way when I come down there!

  8. How are people surviving financially while in a full-time ABSN program?

    jess.mont replied to Vandrews's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well, Upstate and Long Island are two pretty large areas of the

  9. How are people surviving financially while in a full-time ABSN program?

    jess.mont replied to Vandrews's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This law only applies to new nurses who graduate after the law was passed. Everyone else - even students on wait-lists for school - is grandfathered in. ADN nurses are still very marketable in most...

  10. How are people surviving financially while in a full-time ABSN program?

    jess.mont replied to Vandrews's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There's no reason not to get an ADN in NYS. ADN nurses who start school since the BSN-in-10 law just have to earn a BSN within 10 years. A community college ADN for in-state residents is about...

  11. should I continue with nursing school?

    jess.mont replied to mubbles's topic in General Students

    Oh, friend - you are in a tough spot. Nursing school sounds like it's really challenging you in some ways that aren't necessarily healthy. Do you see your therapist regularly? Please talk to a...

  12. Last semester and losing my drive

    jess.mont replied to Chronicallychanging's topic in General Students

    You are SO close! You inspire those of us just starting out. Stop in and talk with your advisor and let her know you're struggling a bit. Just talking it over with someone may

  13. Pre-program jitters

    jess.mont replied to tickledlemur's topic in General Students

    Try to find fun things to do now because once your program starts, it will be a whirlwind! And get your life organized so that things can hum along in the background while you put in long days -...

  14. Are B's good grades in nursing school?

    jess.mont replied to ananana123's topic in General Students

    Thank you! Your advice and encouragement mean so much to me. I like the layers analogy, and that's what I keep reminding myself - layer new information onto the

  15. Are B's good grades in nursing school?

    jess.mont replied to ananana123's topic in General Students

    This is what I'm most concerned about, HarleyGrandma - especially as I just started electrolytes. This is the most technical and challenging aspect that we have covered in my first semester, and hoo...

  16. Switching mid program

    jess.mont replied to Rjackson10's topic in General Students

    I understand your desire to become an RN sooner, but honestly, it sounds like it will cause some hardship if you try to do that when you consider the schedule and the impact on your current job....

  17. Are B's good grades in nursing school?

    jess.mont replied to ananana123's topic in General Students

    In many schools, mine included, the only options are A, B, or F. For example, on our exams, those are the only grades possible. They're not even number grades, and there's no wiggle room; it's pretty...

  18. Nursing Admission Help

    jess.mont replied to kiarajessica18's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It looks like you take A&P along with Nursing 1, rather than as a pre-req. And since the admission requirements include chemistry, that would need to be completed prior to entering and probably...

  19. Applying to Nursing Programs with Veterinary Experience???

    jess.mont replied to Elpe7021's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I bet you'll be fine. Your science grades are good and you show a level of

  20. Online Prerequesites

    jess.mont replied to js22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Check with the specific schools you're interested in - some will accept them and some

  21. Having so much fun!

    jess.mont replied to ItsThatJenGirl's topic in General Students

    Continuing to hijack Jen's thread occasionally with my own good news. :) I took three tests today - including my first of two dreaded math tests! We have to get 100%, and just knowing that was...

  22. Friday Night. A) Party B) Learn Dosage Calculations Answer = B

    jess.mont replied to bjwojcik's topic in General Students

    I like them, too, Brad. You explain things clearly, concisely, and with good example of each step. I like DA anyway, but I have my first med. math test coming up in two weeks and I need to score a...

  23. Parents will kick me out if I don't drop my nursing dreams...

    jess.mont replied to Guest1031502's topic in General Students

    I am so sorry to hear that your parents are giving you this ultimatum. Unfortunately, your parents have the right not to finance your education if you decide to pursue something other than what they...

  24. Does your school require badge checks before an exam?

    jess.mont replied to misskayy's topic in General Students

    We take all of our tests in the college's testing center. You lock everything except your photo ID in a locker and are escorted to your testing computer by a proctor, who verifies your ID. You sign...

  25. Having so much fun!

    jess.mont replied to ItsThatJenGirl's topic in General Students

    I had my vital signs check-off today, and although I passed, my professor wants me to keep practicing and become more efficient. I'm going to work had on it this week! They also told us that this...