Christine R.
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Are there any free online CNA programs around San Jose?
I’ve found a couple online CNA courses, but in order to pass I need to attend the clinicals in-person. I’m struggling to find programs near San Jose/Santa Clara that are low-cost or free. Additionally, I’m a high school student who starts classes mid-August, so I need to make sure my school...
How do I return to college to become a nurse anesthetist?
How do I return to college to become a nurse anesthetist? I am looking to get my BSN and would like to go on to be a CRNA but the thought if getting work experience and then returning to university sounds daunting.
What is the hardest challenge for obtain my bachelor in science for nusring #Spring25?
I’m just starting college at 30 to try and set my kids up for a better future I’ve already picked my major as a Bachelor in science of nursing to be a travel nurse.
How can I find work in psychiatry?
I'm about to attend college and get my BSN, and then get my license, but I'm unsure on how to get started as a psychiatric nurse.
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What are some ways to stay focused when studying for hours?
I'm going for my A.A. but my end goal is to be an RN. I'm hoping to test out of pre-requisites and only have to focus on the core classes I need, but that's a lot of studying and I tend to procrastinate a lot or get side-tracked. Any tips?
Which nursing field should I enter?
I want to learn more in-depth about certain fields to gain more insight on the advantages and cons of each.
How do I boost my grades up a bit, especially in nursing classes?
I am a college junior, and so far, my grades have been either average or below average.
What is the best piece of studying advice you've been given?
I am a 17-year-old transferring to a four-year college in the fall. I plan to major in nursing. I have enough prerequisites, so I am able to apply to nursing school in the spring. While I have good study habits, I know that nursing school is hard, and I'm worried that the habits I have might...
My dream is to become a Pediatric travel nurse, if during my journey I realize this isn't the unit I want to work in what is the process of switching units?
I am a senior in High School, I've always had an interest on working with kids especially in the medical field.
How will I know which nursing program is right for me?
And how will I know what kind of nurse I want to be ?
What are some ways to help/give back to your community as a nursing student?
I want to give back to my community and I am unsure as to how to help my community if I am not an RN as of yet.
How are nurses today, or even students in school, affording their education and managing the loans that they accumulate trying to get their degree? #Spring25
im extremely passionate about becoming a nurse I just want to know how others that are in school or freshly out of school handled the education cost of becoming a nurse.
How can I maintain a social life when engaged in a full-time, accelerated nursing program?
I was accepted into a Entry-Level Master's in Nursing Program which will take up a majority of my life for the next three years. How can I squeeze in time to socialize and maintain a healthy lifestyle?
What would you say you look for most in a nursing new hire?
Im a senior in high school, with an acceptance at a college and I want to look forward at my career and hone the skills that most would like to see in a new hire. I am apart of the sports medicine program at my high school also.
What advice would you give a nursing student who wants to pursue a career in ICU/PCU environment, join the Navy Nurse Corps, and eventually certified flight nurse #Spring25?
What advice would you give a nursing student who wants to pursue a career in ICU/PCU environment, join the Navy Nurse Corps, and eventually certified flight nurse? #Spring25
What advice would you give to students who feel scared to start the nursing program because many people say it’s very hard and almost impossible?
Many students feel nervous or discouraged about starting the nursing program because they often hear that it is extremely difficult and that very few people succeed. What advice would you give to someone who is passionate about nursing but feels scared that they might not be able to handle the...
What are some study habits that are useful when it comes to core nursing classes?
Hi, I am an incoming student at West Coast University, attending the Los Angeles campus. I will start in the fall with a few more prerequisite classes, and after that, I will begin my nursing core classes. Some of my hobbies are reading, listening to music, and going to the gym during my free time.
What is the preparation for becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner? I plan to double major, but is that necessary? Would a major and a minor work as well?
I'm an upcoming college freshman considering double majoring in nursing and psychology. I've researched and personally heard stories about double majoring and the rigorous workload that comes with it, but would it be necessary for my career path?
How much education is needed to become a CRNA?
I'm a freshman in high school and I want to become a CRN
Which is the best nursing specialty: labor and delivery, pediatrics, or neonatal care?
I’m going into nursing school this fall and was wondering which of these specialties was the best to work in! I would like to get an idea of which specialty to go into so I can look into the specifics of the area!
Why is chemistry for nursing students for hard?
I have taken chemistry classes over this year in my semesters, going to SI meetings for better understanding and tutoring as well. Any tips for understanding chemistry and organic chemistry.
How does nursing school work Why is the process to get the money from your nursing career so long??
I am in 12th grade and graduate this year, I am 16 and I really need a scholarship
What are the direct steps after you graduate from the Nursing Program and complete the NCLEX financially and housing wise?
I'm still only a first year in college, however my hometown is within TX, while my current University is within Iowa. Does this mean I'll get my Nursing Registration only in the state of Iowa? If so, what are the next steps I should consider while moving forward my college journey? Should I...
Nursing school and New Grad nursing tips?
Healthcare workers, Especially nurses- what are the best things to know before nursing school? I am starting nursing school this fall and I want to be prepared. Thoughts?
Day in the life of a nursing student?
My name is Lilly, I am a senior in high school and am going to maryville university for nursing. My favorite class is anatomy and I love my CNA and PLTW classes. And was wondering, What is the day in a life of a nursing student look like?
What education is required to be a neonatal nurse?
What do neonatal nurses do besides caring for newborns?Are they allowed to do other types of things like treat sick patients or assist in births or surgeries? I have always wanted to be a neonatal nurse but, I’ve never really looked into it. Also what type of education is required? Can I do a...
What has been the most rewarding and most challenging part about going through nursing school? #Spring25
Inn regards to your personal journey and your academic journey! Thank you so much!! #Spring25
Which university is suitable for studying nursing?
My biology grade at school is 98.5%. I am not good at biology, but I am kind of good at doing labs.
Will I actually like being a nurse or will I hate it??
I feel like if I do it, I won't like it seriously. I don't want to do a career I don't like
Does is matter is I get my masters or doctorate in order to be nurse practitionor?
I am currently in a BSN program and is interested in being a FNP.
How can I strengthen my application to ensure I get a job at UCSD after I graduate from nursing school #Spring25?
I've just been accepted into CSUSM's ABSN for Fall 2025! So excited!
What is majoring in nursing like? Is it as hard as social media makes it out? And is the post graduate feeling worth all the hard work?
For background info I'm about to be a freshman in college and majoring in nursing and am a little anxious because i've seen mixed experiences and wanna be as prepared as possible! #Spring25
How do I work through the stress of finishing the college acceptance process?
I have already been accepted, I just have a checklist to complete with a million things while also trying to finish high school.
How can I know whether nursing is suitable for me or not?
I'm just a student in the 9th grade. I'm not sure that nursing is suitable for me or nt
What are some ways to build good connections in college? I’m looking forward to graduate college as a nurse, and I would love to have other nurses or medical professionals to guide me. #Spring25
I’m currently a high school senior!
what skills are employer looking for a part time job as a college student becoming a RN ?
I'm a college student
In a profession built on caring for others, how do nurses learn to care for the parts of themselves that experience quiet, unseen trauma?
I’ve always admired the resilience of nurses—not just in moments of crisis, but in the quiet ways they carry the emotional weight of what they witness. As someone pursuing this path, I think often about how to balance compassion for others with compassion for myself. How do you process the...
How can I set myself up for success to become a labor and delivery nurse right after graduating? #Spring25
I am a non-traditional student starting this summer on the path to earn my BSN. I would love to go directly into labor and delivery nursing after graduating (with a goal of becoming a travel L&D nurse after I get some experience) but is this a position that a new nurse can be hired into and...
As a senior who is starting nursing school in the fall, what would you say is the biggest piece of advice for an incoming freshman in an accelerated nursing program?
Thank you for taking your time to read this! Any information will be helpful, even study tips!
What was a time you had to advocate for a patient, and how did you handle it? #Spring25
I'm currently in nursing school and thinking a lot about how nurses handle situations where patients can't speak up for themselves, especially in high-stress environments like the ICU.
How do you handle the emotional challenges of nursing while dealing with an immediate family member on hospice care? #Spring25
I'll be starting my BSN program this fall and I had difficulty completing my geriatric rotations over the winter after finding out my grandfather was in end stage heart failure. I want to make sure I can cope with my own emotions while effectively helping patients.
Is the prestige of University A worth $80K+ in loans compared to a debt-free degree from University B for my specific career field?
I've been accepted to Temple University which has a renowned nursing program but would leave me w/ $80k in loans, and Montclair University, which would leave me almost debt-free but has a less prestigious program.
How do I keep up with my hobbies, job, and social life in nursing school?
I really want to be a nurse, but I know it is going to take up a lot of my time. How can I balance all of these things?
What should I do now in a high school to becoming a nurse in the future?
Hello.Currently I am a freshman in high school. I am planning to become a nurse. I would like to get advice about what can I do since now
Would pursuing a bachelors in nursing help me become a better appeals/contract lawyer in the future and help my application to law school ?
I know I’m definitely getting a bachelors in nursing and then applying to law school after my bachelors. I’m kinda scared I won’t be able to get into a t-14 school if I do nursing.
How many math and science courses do you need to take to be a registered nurse?
I would like these answers in a percentage if possible. This is for an English project we are doing in high school.
What is the single best piece of advice for being successful through the challenges of nursing school?
I know that nursing school will be difficult and stressful, and I want to optimize my time, learning, and impact during and after school. I want to fully invest in the learning so that I can be a top-quality nurse, but will likely also need to work a part-time job and balance all of life's...