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  1. Hello all! I'm a long time reader of this forum, it's great to be a part of this community. I came across a very challenging question and I wanted to see what you guys think. What would be more...
  2. Please help, I have a big decision to make. Background- Just graduated in May with an ADN, passed NCLEX. Enrolled in an RN to BSN expecting to complete it in 6 months. Past experience; CNA for 9...
  3. Critical Decision- New Grad (Please Help)

    I'm interviewing today so I will ask them many questions to get as much info as possible. I think I will pass, as badly as I want to start working, and look to see if something better/ more manageable...
  4. Critical Decision- New Grad (Please Help)

    Thanks a lot for your post. I'm un-reconsidering now! Okay good points. I suppose meds does get quicker once you know the patients routine. I didn't realize 30 was a good ratio even for LTC/SNF so...
  5. Critical Decision- New Grad (Please Help)

    Thank you, your comment has really put things in perspective. All day I have been leaning towards taking the offer and making the most of it but now I am reconsidering. Thank you again. Anyone else...
  6. Get your ADN. Once you graduate there are plenty of bridge RN to BSN programs out there that you can choose from. Some are cheap and online, so to me it's a no brainer instead of throwing away
  7. Hello! I'm a new grad, just graduated in May and passed my NCLEX last week. I have no connections and need a killer resume to even have any shot at getting a job in my area. If you can fix my resume...
  8. Are there any gay nurses here?

    It hurts me to hear about such a senseless act. How is that even possible that someone could do that? Stay strong
  9. Worst: You aren't cut out for this Best: Very knowledgeable and excellent bedside
  10. How to become a nurse

    Go to a community college, take the pre-requisites that most nursing schools require. These are usually Microbiology with lab, Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2 with lab, chem 1, and I can't remember the...
  11. You are in the same situation I was in back in 2012. I had a bachelors, average gpa and wanted to do an ABSN. I wasted a year applying and not getting in anywhere when I realized I just needed an...
  12. When to call a code

    Do you call a code if someone has slurred speech and lethargic? I heard 2 nurses laughing at another nurse for doing that and I thought that was wrong. I would think you'd call a code to be
  13. My advice is apply everywhere you can, even if you have to fill out a long application. I had no experience as a CNA except for a couple of odd jobs, I applied and eventually got a call for an...
  14. I'm FAILING!!!

    My study plan in Med Surg; Read the chapter thoroughly once. I know it's time consuming but just find 2-3 hours to read it. Then read over the powerpoint slides or class notes, it will reinforce what...
  15. Can I still be a nurse?? Do still have a chance?

    Look into Westchester Community College. Their only admission criteria is how well you do on the TEAS. As long as you have a C+ or better on the pre-reqs you can apply. It's a great program, just...
  16. NCLEX-Ughhh!!!

    Don't be intimidated, it has an almost 90% pass rate. I'm sure you passed, you sound intelligent and
  17. Challenging Question

    I thought a theat to your ability to breathe would be more life threatening. I guess maybe I'm reading into the question too much, it didn't indicate he was in any respiratory distress. You can still...
  18. Hi Amber, Do yourself a favor and look into Westchester Community College. I just graduated from there last month. It's a great program, challenging but very do-able if you make nursing your main...
  19. Challenging Question

    Using the ABC's, breathing would be a priority over circulation; so I think it's crackles in the lungs. However, why would a patient develop crackles after an AAA, the main complication from what I...
  20. I have no words. I have a thousand words.

    Thank you for writing this and for your tremendous compassion. God Bless