Mad Scribblings From the Life of a Middle-Aged New Nurse
It's finally over! I finished the NCLEX exam yesterday, so I thought I'd offer a few free tips. I think I did well -- early results won't be available until tomorrow, but I felt pretty good about it. Let's face it: Nursing School only minimally prepares you for the actual job of a nurse. I... Continue Reading →
Tomorrow is the big day: NCLEX day. I've been drilling questions for three straight days since I discovered on Monday that my test isn't in fact on the 20th (Monday) but on the 16th (this Thursday). I thought I had more time; I was wrong. Under pressure I sometimes turn on myself. I'm not smart... Continue Reading →
Weight loss: Down: 7 pounds. Measurements: I haven't done measurements yet. I really should. The Weekly Challenge: Every week there will be some challenge that has to be met. This week, it was just getting started, particularly since I really didn't want to have to do this. (I kid, I kid... but no really I... Continue Reading →
The news report in the link below could have come out of my hometown. Our nursing program retention is at an all-time low -- 45%. That's abysmal. But students flock to it -- fight to get in. This is happening everywhere. Why? Low tuition. Check. 96% Board Pass Rate. Check. Virtual guarantee of a decent-paying... Continue Reading →
That's all I have left of my winter break. One week from today, it all begins again in earnest. My final semester of Nursing School. I've seen the schedule. I've seen the syllabus. It's gonna be a bloodbath. Our class is down two more students (to my knowledge). Hopefully we don't lose anyone else. Especially... Continue Reading →
I want to take a moment to vent. Hah! As if that isn't what I normally do here. When did Nursing School become all about kowtowing to ATI or Kaplan or other such NCLEX prep companies? And why are nursing schools so controlling? Seriously dudes, take a chill pill. Last night, it was announced that... Continue Reading →
Maybe you've always dreamed of a career in medicine. Medical school is too big a commitment, but Nursing -- caring for your patients on the front line -- really appeals to you! You're a compassionate person. You love people. You just HAVE to be a nurse! Or, maybe like many people, you see dollar signs.... Continue Reading →
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