I have been going through all these posts to find what items are the best things to have for nursing school. The posts are all scattered so I thought I would start a post that will contain all the info for the new incoming students.
I would like to know what I should spend my money on when it comes to study guides, NCLEX review books, NET review books, best nursing shoes (without a logo), stethescope, misc nursing items you have to have, etc. Any new students/senior students/graduate nurses have any info they can share? What were the items you couldn't live without???
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I agree! I couldn't live w/o my printer/scanner & the ability to print out my index note cards (I tk nearly all printers can print in the index card size though... I have already gone through 3 paks of paper & 2 sets of printer cartridges...
that's what we call those small pocket sized notebooks we use to jot down small important details in a rush. also used to make our soap drafts and to draw funny stick people on to keep sane during ward rotations.
that's what we call those small pocket sized notebooks we use to jot down small important details in a rush. also used to make our soap drafts and to draw funny stick people on to keep sane during ward rotations.
One word of advice when purchasing supplies, be sure to check the validity of a company before ordering on-line. As most of us are students, we don't have money to get ripped off on the internet. I would highly suggest staying clear of Reasons Medical. i ordered a stethescope on-line in September and my credit card was charged but I have never received this item. They do not respond to phone calls or rarely e-mails.
Welcome to AllNurses.com, and thanks for the warning.
I've never heard of that company. Has anyone else had any good or bad experience from them??????????
One word of advice when purchasing supplies, be sure to check the validity of a company before ordering on-line. As most of us are students, we don't have money to get ripped off on the internet. I would highly suggest staying clear of Reasons Medical. i ordered a stethescope on-line in September and my credit card was charged but I have never received this item. They do not respond to phone calls or rarely e-mails.
One word of advice when purchasing supplies, be sure to check the validity of a company before ordering on-line. As most of us are students, we don't have money to get ripped off on the internet. I would highly suggest staying clear of Reasons Medical. i ordered a stethescope on-line in September and my credit card was charged but I have never received this item. They do not respond to phone calls or rarely e-mails.
Then go to your credit card company and file a chargeback on the item citing fraud on the part of Reasons Medical. Then go to the BBB and file a complaint there.
I've been in ebay business for 6 years now, so I'm a pro at how to go about getting your stuff or money back with people that don't deliver. ;-)
I just got my acceptance letter for the nursing program yesterday!! I start in January and this thread (and website) is great!
I've been on the site before, while I was doing my pre-reqs, and found it a great help. I once again find myself thrilled to have found (and joined) this site. All the experienced nurses and students that come on and give advice and explanations are a God send that I'm sure I'll need over and over again. Hopefully, I'll be able to contribute to helping others soon, too!
Congratulations, good luck and welcome back to AllNurses.com! :balloons:
I just got my acceptance letter for the nursing program yesterday!! I start in January and this thread (and website) is great!
I've been on the site before, while I was doing my pre-reqs, and found it a great help. I once again find myself thrilled to have found (and joined) this site. All the experienced nurses and students that come on and give advice and explanations are a God send that I'm sure I'll need over and over again. Hopefully, I'll be able to contribute to helping others soon, too!
For PDA software, epocrates.com has a FREE version of drug calculator and lots of other dosage, and diagnostic tools. My sister is a new MD and said that it was invaluable, especially being free. :-) I start an LPN program in Jan, so I haven't actually used epocrates myself, but it downloaded and installed easily. It's available for Palm and PocketPC. www.epocrates.com
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I agree! I couldn't live w/o my printer/scanner & the ability to print out my index note cards (I tk nearly all printers can print in the index card size though... I have already gone through 3 paks of paper & 2 sets of printer cartridges...
~MJ