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You make a great point, and I agree with you to a degree. Just like you say that nurses are human too so are students nurses. There is a line between treating a student nurse in a disrespectful manner and just simply saying I'm overwhelmingly busy and can't help you right now. But it's okay, I completely understand that nurses are busy and might not have the time, knowledge or ability to teach. For all I know they might not like to be put on the spotlight because they are put in a vulnerable position where someone else is watching over their every move...I get it Don't get me wrong, for me, despite the lack of communication between the nurse I was shadowing, I was still able to get a lot accomplished... All is not lost! I utilized other resources that didn't mind helping me and figured out how to overcome this obstacle. I was just curious as to how others dealt with the same situation. Honestly, I am glad I was put in a situation like this, it allowed me to see that not all nurses are created equal, some are more helpful than others. I embraced the challenge and moved forward from this. You are correct about not perceiving every nurse the same way based on 1 nurse. I absolutely agree with you there. Thank you for commenting!

So, I'm starting this topic bc I believe that many of us have crossed paths w/ nurses who are downright mean and unhelpful. Today was my 1st day @ clinicals where we all received our for 1st patient. I introduced myself to the nurse I was following and he instantly gave me the cold shoulder, and wouldn't even shake my hand. He continued what he was doing on the computer and turned his back towards me... very awkward. When it came time to do shift report, I listened in on what the night nurse had to report to the day shift nurse, half of the things she was saying about the patient I have never even heard before. I was out of my element and completely nervous. My nurse I was following wasn't very helpful at all and just basically said "do what your instructor has assigned you to do" with a straight up attitude. I asked him if he needed anything and he told me "no" He then proceeded to ask me how long I was following him in a tone and manner like he was fed up that he got stuck with a student nurse which was the case...hahaha) I later decided just to ask if the other girls needed any help with their patients and they were happy to share their patient. What have you student nurses in the past done to get through a situation like this?

Hey there! I hope all is well with your classes. Thanks again for all the valuable info you have disclosed. So, I'm right around the corner to start my 1st semester in nursing school--super anxious and nervous. Do you have any tips or suggestions to get through the 1st semester? How are you doing so far? What are some things do you love and hate about this program? Thank you!

Chester County Day, Sec 98

March 8th for College Planning session

Thank you so much for responding. All of this information has been so helpful. Are you in Chester county program or Marple? Also, for orientation, what is to be expected. And for sections is that considered the time of day you go to class? BTW how did you do on your first semester?

I got in, too! I will be in the chester county day program!! Good luck to all the guys and gals that are still waiting to get in! I will keep you in my prayers :)

That is wonderful! I am so happy for you :) Did you get in at Marple? Just curious, when did you petition? I didn't get to petition until the day before priority petition closed. I got a 74% composite score. I'm freaking out! I chose chester county, fingers and toes crossed.

Hi guys, How is your first semester going? Any pointers and descriptions on your first nursing class? Also, after you were accepted can anyone be so kind to explain the next steps you took to start your year (e.g., scrubs cost, orientation, work load of classes, etc.) thank you

Felt like I needed to start an updated thread with the latest comments for 2017 program. Has anyone received their acceptance letters for 2017 program? If so, what county are you in and what was your teas score?