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Nursing Interview tomorrow | What Should I Wear? Help!!

hi I’m a nurse trying very hard to transition from LTC to a acute care hospital. I have a job interview tomorrow at 10 and have no idea what to wear. I live in Massachusetts and there’s snow on the ground. I don’t have a pants suit. Would it be ok to wear dress pants […]

Returning to the Nursing Workforce after Nine Years

I have been out of nursing for nine years after having spinal decompression and fusion surgery. My second surgery in Feb. 2014 was very successful and I would like to return to my nursing career. I am an RN and am curious about where to begin to get back to work after thinking I’d never […]

RN Endorsement License in Colorado to Vermont

I want to endorse my nursing license (RN) to Board of Nursing (BON) in Colorado from Board of Nursing (BON) in Vermont. Please assist me, please provide me the procedure what to do. -Harry This question was asked in the nursing forum section.

Bridge Programs for LPN to ADN

I have a question. Since there are bridge programs for ADN to BSN, is there a bridge programs for LPN to ADN? If there is, can you let me know what colleges have it? If not, is there an ADN program, that would help me continue what I’ve learned in LPN into ADN? I already […]

How to Become a Forensic Nurse? What are the Requirements?

Thank you for the videos you posted on YouTube. They were very informative. I hold a bachelors degree in business administration/management, but I am looking to make the transition into nursing, preferably forensic nursing. What steps do you recommend in me taking to become a forensic nurse? -Damany This question was asked in the nursing forum section.

Nursing License Question about Utilization Review Requirements

I am a Texas Licensed RN. I work for an independent utilization review company. I review records from all over the states. I was recently advised I would be receiving a new client in Michigan and that I would be required to obtain licensure in Michigan in order to do the reviews for this client. […]

HESI Exit I have to Score a 850 or more | Need Study Tips

My school implemented HESI Exit exam 4 weeks from our graduation and over 90 percent of the students did not pass, luckily we have three attempts so they allowed us to decide if we wanted to retest on Monday or in the end of January. I got a 760 and the school requires an 850. […]

Family and Nursing School

I am a full time working mom with 2 small kids and a great husband that is supportive of my decision to go back to nursing school. I am older and married and have to budget my time between family and school. I am very determined to obtain a BSN, because there are people that […]

Nights and Weekends RN Nursing Programs in South Florida FL

I have been on the path to go to nursing school and obtain my RN, however, I have 2 small kids and I still have to work. I have finished all the required prereq’s to go for my Associates and my Bachelor’s degree. I keep running into the problem of having to go to school […]

Nursing Theory to Clinical Use

How can I effectively put my theory learning from lecture class to correct use while I am in clinicals with out freezing up? For example, reading labs, I could be completely confident in lecture, but once I put it to use in clinical how will I be able to regurgitate the information correctly without freezing up? […]

Undecided on Whether or not I Should Apply to the LPN program or the ADN program?

Hello my name is Claudette and I am currently taking pre-reqs for nursing school. I am undecided on whether or not I should apply to the LPN or the ADN program. I am currently taking A & P I now and will be taking A&P II next semester. I’m hoping to take Microbiology during the […]

Want to be a NP | Should I go for a LPN then ASN and then a BSN?

I have been a medical assistant for 6 years now. I am interested in going back to school for nursing. I am undecided if I should go for LPN and then RN ASN and then RN BSN. My main goal is go until I become a NP. I am currently working in a medical office, […]

How to Get Started in Nursing School

I am a traveling wife and will soon be in a location where I will actually have time to go back to school and I have chosen nursing school to become an RN! However, I have not been to college so, needless to say I have nothing out of the way yet. Can someone give […]

Inquiries on bachelor of nursing / weekend / evening nursing program

I will be moving to North Carolina Fayetteville area, and due to the nature of my job was inquiring if there is a bachelor of nursing online or an associate in nursing weekend/evening program. I am done with all my prerequisites and have a good gpa. Your response will be highly appreciated. Thanks, Rachel This […]

I have a 2.5 GPA Can I Still Become a Nurse?

I’m attending a community college and I should be done with all my classes this coming spring. I went to an adviser and she told me there was no way I will get accept to a nursing school with a GPA of 2.5. She told me I should give up nursing and that is not […]

Marijuana Research Study: Should Pot Be Legalized? Is it Safe for Society?

Abstract Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States, and many states are legalizing it for recreational purposes. This widespread legalization could have many negative consequences for individuals and society as a whole. Marijuana is associated with various cancers, including lung, oral, testicular, and bladder cancer. Individuals who use marijuana may […]

Interview with an Organ Transplant Nurse

Hello, My name is Kristen Carter and I am competing in the HOSA Regional competition for career health display. Our specialty is organ transplant nurse, and need one to interview as apart of our project. I have a few questions listed below, if you could find someone with this specialty to answer them your help […]

Nurse in Europe | How can I be a Nurse in the US?

I’m from Europe and I have been work a RN for 12 years. How can I be a registered nurse here in the US? Because my paper doesn’t work here. Someone can recommend something for me? -Monica This question was asked in the nursing forum section.

What can and can’t LPNs exactly do?

I’m confused on what LPNs can and can’t do. Sorry if this question has already been answered , just curious! Thank you! -Kenna This question was asked in the nursing forum section.

Are Nursing Schools Allowed to Change the Nursing Guidelines for TEAS Test?

I applied for the nursing program in spring 2013 and took the TEAs test in November 2013. I scored below the required score for that school. On the 2013 application guideline, it stated that students who score below the required score only need to take a course to be in the RN program. In December […]

The First Two Years of Nursing School

What are the first two years of nursing school like and what are the classes did you have to take? -Jackia This question was asked in the nursing forum section.

Felon Charge Restrict Obtaining a Nursing License?

I am a convicted felon for auto theft in 1996. I do understand this will stay with me forever, however would this restrict me from obtaining a nursing license? I have come a long way since my conviction I currently possess a government secret clearance. Would that help persuade the nursing licensing board? -Duane This […]

Use of Checklists in Healthcare in Nursing Field

I’m researching the use of checklists in various industries, especially healthcare. Does anyone here have experience with use checklists in their daily tasks? If yes, what has been your experience like? -Vijay This question was asked in the nursing forum section.

GPA Requirements for Nursing School | Is a 3.0 GPA Good Enough?

Do you have to have a specific GPA for nursing school or does it have to be at least a certain number? I’ve had a C or two, but my GPA is at about 3.0. Is this an acceptable GPA for nursing school? -Hannah This question was asked in the nursing forum section. Here is a video that […]

Do you have to be a RN before you get a BSN | ASN vs BSN

Do you have to be an RN before you go for the BSN or can you take the pre-requisites that are required for the ASN and apply for a BSN program?? Thank you! -Eman This question was asked in the nursing forum section.

Biology Major | Should I Switch and Get my ADN or do the Accelerated Nursing Program?

Hello my fellow Nurses! I am honestly so overwhelmed with what I should do! At the moment I attend A Cal State University campus. I am transferring to another CSU campus near my house next fall. I really want to be nurse, at the moment my major is Biology, so I don’t know if I […]

How Can I Land a Nursing Job if I have No Nursing Experience?

How can I land a job if I don’t have experience as a nurse. I graduated last year with a bachelor’s degree in nursing and have not been able to land a job since I graduated. I realize that I haven’t been persistent in the job hunt, but I would like to know what I need to […]

Plan on Going to Nursing School but I’m a Slow Learner

My question has to do with me. I’m kind of a slow learner and can’t really pernounce a lot of big words that I’m not really familiar with. I’m sure I can learn RN things, but I’m just scared it will take me a long time and that I will fail all the time. I have some trouble […]

NCLEX Practice Test for Prenatal Maternity Nursing OB

This free NCLEX practice exam is designed to test your maternity nursing knowledge on how to take care of the pregnant patient during the prenatal period. On the NCLEX-RN test you will be required to know what type of prenatal screening & testing is routinely ordered, nutrition counseling, common side effects of pregnancy and how to […]