Looking into becoming a nurse? Recently accepted into nursing school? Nervous about what being a nursing student means? The following are six ways to help you be successful in nursing school, so keep reading! 1. It’s Going to be Challenging Nobody said nursing school is easy. And if they did, they’re either a genius or …
Thinking of post-interview questions on the spot can be difficult! But I bet you’ve all been told to never walk away from an interview without asking any follow up questions. Here is a list of post-interview questions you should have ready for when your interviewer asks, “Do you have any questions for me?” What is …
Calling the doctor is nerve-racking, especially for new nurses and nursing students who don’t have much practice. The key to calling the doctor is to stay calm, get right to the point, and know what you’re talking about! The following are tips to help make calling the doctor a lot less scary. 1. Have all …
The famous first interview question, and one that most people get tripped up on; ‘Tell me about yourself.’ How long should your answer be? What should you say? This post will explore the different ways to answer this difficult ‘Tell me about yourself’ question so you can stand out amongst other applicants! Give Them Your …
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Interviews are nerve-wracking, but they don’t have to be! The following is a list of interview mistakes that will cost you the job so you can avoid them and land that dream job! Showing Up Late Before your actual interview date, I recommend physically driving to the hospital or location you are interviewing at. This …
Studying for the NCLEX can be stressful but memorizing key lab values makes it easier. Below are some of the most important lab values to know going into NCELX. Lab Value Notes Hgb (hemoglobin) Male 14-17 g/dL Female 11-15 g/dL If <7, transfusion likely HCT (hematocrit) Male 42-52 % Female 11-15% Target Hgb A1C …
Every nurse does their head-to-toe assessment a bit differently and as a new grad it might be difficult to pick up the most important parts for each patient. Doing a focused assessment that is patient specific is super important and will be a real time saver. Especially when you’re on your own taking care of …
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As a nursing student first attending clinical, it can be difficult to know what to bring. Especially when there is limited space to store your things. The following is a list of clinical must haves to bring without going overboard! 1. Lunch and Lunch Box Lunch, snacks, and water are going to fuel your shift! …
Buying your first nursing textbook can be daunting, they’re huge! And a lot of times finding a way to break it all down can be challenging for students. Here is a guide on how to successfully read and understand your nursing textbooks! Look at the Chapters Objectives These objective bullets should be listed at the …
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Being a successful nursing student is not easy, but being a nurse is so rewarding. So, how do you survive nursing school? The following are some helpful tools to mold you into a successful nursing student. Organization Being organized is one of the best ways to survive nursing school, whether you’re nursing or pre-nursing. You’ll …
