kconrad1712

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1. Shocking amount of past bad grades is it possible to redeem myself

   kconrad1712 replied to Sturmzie's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   I'm in Illinois and the school I am attending has a set of criteria for guaranteed admission and another, less strict set for qualified entry into the ranking system. I suggest looking into the...

2. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

   kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School, College Programs

   REMINDER: MANDATORY nursing registration is tomorrow, 10/4 at JJC in building U; Room

3. Should I Expunge Record?

   kconrad1712 replied to katie457's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

   This is the rule in IL - check with your state. It might not even matter... d) The following criminal history records shall not be considered in connection with an application for licensure:...

4. What is your Nursing Super Power?

   kconrad1712 replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

   I'm not sure if this counts, but I consider my super power to be NOT slapping the **** out of someone who says, "You're going into nursing. Can you look at this rash on my ____ and tell me what it...

5. Nurses who are on anxiety/depression meds?

   kconrad1712 replied to Hooven20's topic in Nurse Disabilities

   I am on 50mg of sertraline (have been for 3 years now) and starting nursing school in January. I take my meds as directed and have accepted that I will probably be on them for many more years to come....

6. Recently passed nclex and relocating to FL

   kconrad1712 replied to travelRN26's topic in Florida Nursing

   -following- I also want to move to Florida once I pass NCLEX. good

7. For male students, has anyone ever laughed or dissed for pursuing nursing

   kconrad1712 replied to Big_Mike's topic in Male Nursing Students

   The way I see it, you have 2 options... 1. Ask them how many other professions are there where you can work surrounded by gorgeous, intelligent, strong women AND make a 6-figure salary? -or- 2....

8. Nursing Director removed my pts restraints

   kconrad1712 replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

   I am being taught to have a strict policy of reporting to the MD/HR/etc. anything that I deem is hazardous to myself or my patient, regardless of who I am reporting. I am being taught that patient and...

9. Made a big mistake (CNA)

   kconrad1712 replied to Firas5's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   There is a huge difference between little notice and no notice given. Context seems key here. Try applying at a hospital for CNA positions. They have different needs than a LTC facility, and more need...

10. Please I need HELPPPP! I failed NCLEX-RN five times.

    kconrad1712 replied to angel15's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think it is time for you to get back to the basics and attempt to relearn everything. Wait a few months for your next exam, go slow and steady (don't overload yourself), and start at the beginning....

11. This might be really mean but I have to say it...

    kconrad1712 replied to Beeboop12's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think maybe healthcare isn't for you. No, their medication does not make them look like that. They are human beings with medical issues that need treatment. Clearly you are not mature enough to...

12. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

    kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School, College Programs

    No. The qualified letter simply means that you have fulfilled the application requirements and are being considered for admission into the Nursing Program. It does not indicate in any way that...

13. I literally hate my job

    kconrad1712 replied to basenjilove808's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I suggest looking into other nursing careers, such as nurse education, OR nursing at an ambulatory surgery center, etc. My sister made the switch from floor nursing to OR after her 1 year mark, and...

14. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

    kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School, College Programs

    DON'T FORGET... there is a MANDATORY registration on OCTOBER 4th. If you miss that, you're "dead in the water". OCTOBER 4th. Mark your calendars! I'm excited to meet my fellow evening program...

15. JJC spring 2018 nursing program

    kconrad1712 replied to Sarnol's topic in School, College Programs

    I got into the Evening Program! Anyone else? I'm so