BadgeBlooms Review + Giveaway !!!

July 31, 2015

Hey guys,

Sophomore year for me was thrilling! I was finally in the nursing program and about to start clinicals, but the uniforms were such a drag. Do not get me wrong, it was great feeling official in our scrubs, but I looked liked everyone else and there was no way to showcase who I was. Until I found BadgeBlooms!

BadgeBlooms is a shop on etsy located in Chicago. Melissa, the owner, is also a fellow nurse and making big changes in the badge reel industry. Her badge reels provide a way for you to show off who you are without breaking the bank. She has everything to fit your interests and hobbies. And if not you can always ask her for customization. She really is a sweet lady!

The badge reels come in an adorable box that I use to store them in. My favorites are the felt holiday ones because it adds a little cheer. But good luck just picking one that you like because they are all so cute! Check them out here.

The reels themselves are of good quality. All of mine have lasted me two years or more. One of which was constantly pulled by an adorable little boy. Even after the abuse the reel has held up. I really do not have a fear of my badge coming off. 

Melissa has graciously agreed to give one lucky reader their own badge reel of their choice. The giveaway is open until August 4, 2015 at 12 am (US residents only please). Use the widget in the sidebar to enter or here. One winner will be chosen at Random. I will contact them by the email provided.

Good Luck and a big thank you to Melissa at BadgeBlooms!



Medical Scrubs Collection Review

July 30, 2015

Hey guys,

About a week ago I was contacted by Medical Scrubs Collection to review their latest scrubs. Of course I was ecstatic and said yes! Now I get to share my thoughts with you. 

First off, Medical Scrubs Collection has an amazing website with everything you may need. It is also easy to navigate which is a major plus in my book. If you are need of anything I suggest you look here first. Their customer service is also extraordinary. Check them out here.

Now on to the review. I choose to try the Infinity line by Cherokee. These scrubs are new and feature antimicrobial technology. Can I get an AMEN for not having to bring germs home with me anymore?!?!?! The Infinity line is different than the Code Happy line because it is athletic-inspired scrubs. The pants have a yoga top waist which I absolutely love. And they do not slip or fall down when you are bending over. 
The back features a rib knit panel that really allows your clothes to breathe. Both the top and bottom are wrinkle free for easy care. Another plus.
I have worn them a couple times now and I must say that I do like them. They are much softer than my dove school uniform scrubs so it took some getting used to. But now they honestly are as comfortable as wearing your favorite sweatshirt and yoga bottoms. The only thing that bothers me is the lack of extra pockets. Both the pants and the top have two deep pockets each. The top also has a hidden phone pocket. I wish that the pants had a side cargo pocket for some added storage. 

A big thank you to Medical Scrubs Collection for allowing me to review some of their products. Be sure to follow them on their social media sites and order a pair of scrubs for yourself. They offer embroidery and amazing discounts for group orders. Be sure to call to place a group order. 


Medical scrubs Collection Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Please note: I was compensated for this review. However, all opinions are honest and my own.  


Nursing Bootcamp: School Supplies

July 29, 2015

Hey Guys,

I know I have briefly mentioned some clinical supplies before, but I want this post to focus on the ins and outs of school supplies that I use on a daily basis.

I was going to go to Target (my favorite place) and take pictures of what I am referring to, but unfortunately they do not have all their school supplies out. Boo! 

Let's begin

ONE// PENS! 
Having pens are absolute must to write with. I like to take notes in color sometimes to just keep me awake more in class. My favorite pens are the Papermate Inkjoy. Get them in retractable so you do not lose the caps.

TWO// Notebooks
Having a college ruled notebook makes it easy for you to jot down notes in class and keeps them contained. Want more organization? Try a binder with taps and loose leaf paper. Or just add tabs to your notebook pages.

THREE// Highlighters
Y'all have seen that picture floating around the internet where an entire nursing book page is highlighted yellow. Well yup, that happens. My favorite highlighters are by Post It. They have one side that is a highlighter with flags and the other side is a black ball point pen. Perfect for taking notes with!

FOUR// Post Its
Do I even need to explain? Buy them and use them to make important notes on. If you rented your books and cannot highlight in it, then use post its to leave notes on the pages.

FIVE// Simple Calculator
This is used when doing IV calculations or med math. Target usually has them for $1.

SIX// Planner
Another do I even need to explain? nope. Stay organized my friends.

SEVEN// Water bottle
Water is important for life. You especially need to bring it with you to clinical.

EIGHT// Nursing books
How can you study without those bad boys that broke the bank? Trust me, I know. Some semesters I have even rented them because I knew I was not going to look back at my pediatrics book.


Leave a comment down below what school supplies are your favorite.




I've moved !

July 28, 2015

Hey guys,

So I have debated posting this post for probably two hours now. Mainly because I did not know if anyone would actually care or would read it. But then I decided to post it because I made this blog for the purpose of documenting my journey. And that does not only include tips and tricks for nursing school.

First off, sorry that this post is so late. If you follow me on Instagram than you already know I moved into my new place for the school year and did not know the WiFi password. Y'all let me tell you WiFi is a serious matter! But luckily we figured it out and so here I am.

Well instead of having a four month summer I had a three. This is because I took an amazing offer to do private home care for a lovely family near my school. Moving back to where my school is was emotional for me this time. In the past three years my mother has always been there and for once I was doing it on my own. (Yes, I love my mother and am very close to her.) I was also nervous that I would hate my job. I've never done a "live-in" care situation. Sure I am used to going to other peoples homes through my home health agency, but this is not the same.

You should know that I love being in the comfort of my own home and being with family. So far I have been here for 7 hours and it is going way better than expected. I get along well with the family and I actually feel comfortable. I really am excited for what the next year holds for me.

Guys, I have a big room to decorate so if you have any cute decorating ideas then send them my way. Also, do you think I should finally join the iphone world? I currently have a samsung galaxy 3.

So that is my current situation. What is yours?



P.S. I have some really exciting posts coming up! One includes new scrubs that I am obsessed with, my answers to your questions (finally) and there might just be a giveaway! Get excited!

Nursing Questions: Q&A

July 27, 2015


UPDATE: I will be posting my answers to your questions soon!! So look forward to it! Thanks so much for all your participation. 

Hey Guys,

I would love to answer any of your questions in an upcoming post. This can range from what I carry to clinical, to what I eat, or how I study for exams. Any question is welcome!! Leave your questions below, through email, on instagram, or tweet me. 







P.S. I will leave this open for a little while so that everyone gets a chance to ask something, if they want.

Aren't you too young to be my nurse?!?!

Hey guys,

Something I get a lot during clinicals is patients asking me how young I am? Sometimes it is not a good thing that people think I look like I am thirteen. (And I am sure my face gets red with embarrassment.) Maybe when I am older this will be a flattering thing and work to my advantage; but, when I am trying to be someone's nurse it is not. 

Patients usually associate age with experience. I do not blame them for that, but then it means that I am not "experienced enough" to take care of them. I have not had a patient "fire me" from being their nurse, but I have had to explain my skills. 

When this usually happens I just try and reassure my patient that I am in fact qualified to provide them care. I explain to them what I will be doing before I proceed. If it is a shot or something else invasive I make sure to let them know I have done it before. Even if that just means on the sim man at school. Act confident and truly know what you are doing and no one will know it was your first time on a human being. I also make sure to strike up some conversation that does not revolve around being in the hospital. It takes them a little while to warm up to me, but at the end of the day they seem satisfied with my care. 

It really is hit and miss when a patient will make this comment to me. So far it has been older gentleman and mothers of young children. Older women just seem to love me and want to chat. 

What weird comments have you guys gotten during clinicals before? Leave a comment down below. 


5 things to know about nursing school

July 26, 2015

Hey guys,

As most of you know by now, I am a senior nursing student. This means that I have had some clinical and nursing class experiences under my belt. Trust me when I say it was a learning experience my first semester. I was use to getting good grades in high school and my first few exams were not going as planned. I quickly realized that I needed to stop worrying about the grade letter. With that being said I wanted a post to cover five items that I wish I had known going into nursing school. 

1. You study constantly. There is a reason why they say nursing school is hard. The exams will test you in a way that you never have experienced before. Questions are no longer knowledge questions, but rather application questions. Retention of the information you learn your first semester is important. Every nursing class builds upon one another.

2. Memorization is not the way to study! Yes you will have to memorize lab values and medications, but overall memorization is not helpful. Nursing tests expect you to know something, i.e. a disease, and will ask you what is your top priority with it, i.e. treatment. Application of your knowledge is key. I really hope that makes sense! 

3. A&P is tough. You have to memorize so much...bones, muscles, etc. But this class is meant to weed out individuals who are not going to truly apply themselves. Nursing schools want dedicated students who are going to work hard.

4. You are going to experience a moment during clinical where you feel like you know nothing!! And that is totally okay. They do not expect you to know every drug, every disease, or how to do something completely perfect. What they are expecting is for you to have a general idea of your patient and know the skills you were taught. However, do not be afraid to ask questions. Clinicals are truly a learning experience. 

5. It is a time commitment. Your nursing school classes are going to require a lot more time from you than general education courses. Not only will you have exams, but you also have simulation labs, papers, and clinicals. As you have heard me say before, have good time management skills. Get used to a routine. Take time before school begins to explain to your family, friends, and significant others that yes you will be busy and that their support is appreciated. 

What did you wish you had known before nursing school?




P.S. Have you noticed that I really liked lists? haha.

What to expect on your first day of nursing school?

July 25, 2015



Hey guys,

So I do not magically know when you are starting nursing school, so I wanted to post this ahead of time. First, congratulations on getting into nursing school!! It is a journey, but together we can do it. Here is what to expect on your first day of nursing school. 

ONE// You are going to be nervous and not sure what to expect. So just try and get a good nights rest the night before and bring the items that was requested of you. Also, eat breakfast in the morning so that you are awake and alert for the day. For my first day I had my binder with the syllabus printed out, the powerpoint printed out in note form, and my textbook (even though we did not use it). My nursing class did not waste time by going over the syllabus because we did that the day before at our orientation. They also expect you to have already looked over the syllabus and read the chapters that were being covered that day. 

TWO// There is a good chance that you will have homework. Nursing school homework is not like regular homework though. Usually it is reading the chapters that are going to be discussed the next class. And if you already read my tips then you know that reading the chapters is extensive. I personally do not read the chapters, but that does not mean you should not come prepared to class. Instead you can skim through the chapter making sure to pay attention to bold or highlighted parts, diagrams, and charts. Additionally, if your professor posts their powerpoint beforehand than glance through that! I suggest reading the chapter following a lecture only for clarification of items. 

THREE// You can expect to be overwhelmed. Teachers are going to "throw at you" a ton of due dates of exams, projects, papers, labs, and clinical days. Now is not the time to stress over the actual assignment. Jot down any important information they mention about it and revisit the assignment requirements outside of class as you are putting it in your planner. A lot of time teachers will mention during this time when they suggest starting an assignment.  For example, in Adult Health 1 we had to do a well-elder project. The assignment required us to visit with a well-elder at least three times over a certain period of time. Knowing these time requirements, I had to plan ahead. The teacher suggested doing it over a holiday break because that gave us some time after to write the paper before it was due. 

FOUR// It is okay to be scared. Majority of the people around you will be feeling the same thing! Use it as a way to bond with your classmates. As I have said before your classmates become your support system throughout nursing school. They understand what you are going through and how stressful nursing school is. If you have not noticed, one of my close nursing friend, Christine, has left some comments on the posts. She has been a blessing through this journey. (I am trying to persuade her to do a guest post on here! Exciting!)

Overall, my first day of nursing school was exciting. I finally was a nursing student and felt accomplished getting in. I sat next to a close friend who I knew would not be a distraction during the lecture. I had previously read the syllabus and knew what assignments were expected of me which relieved some anxiety. I do not recall anything terrible happening. So I guess it was good. 

The first day goes fast so try and enjoy a part of it. When the day is over you might be feeling stressed. Please just breathe because you CAN get through it. If you need anything, know that I am here.




Friday Favorites

July 24, 2015


Hey Guys,

This has been a busy week for me. I just finished my two summer courses, personal health and art history, and am preparing to return back to school. I go home for the summer months and visit with family. But most importantly I recharge my batteries to finish out nursing school! So as I am packing and spending time with family, I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite things from this week.

ONE// Abby marrying her favorite nurse. This little girl marrying her nurse. Their ceremony was super cute and brought tears to my eyes. Check out their story here.

Facebook: Amazingabby

TWO// Stethoscope bling!! Be sure to check out my post all about charMED here

 

THREE// Save my Life: Boston Trauma. This new TV series on Sunday nights! And I cannot wait to check out Boston EMS also on ABC. I think it starts this Saturday! See what I thought about it here.

FOUR// This upcoming documentary on beauty. It features children born with various conditions and it is truly beautiful. Read about it here


What were you loving this week? Leave a comment down below.

Tips for New Nursing Students

July 23, 2015

Hey guys,

I wanted to write a quick post on my four tips for new nursing students before the first day of classes:


  1. Sit in the front of the classroom. Seriously guys this will allow you to avoid the distractions of other students browsing the internet. It happens.
  2. Do not be afraid to ask for help. I think a lot of new nursing students are intimidated by their professors and do not want to appear "dumb". It is really the exact opposite. When you ask questions you are taking control of your learning! If you are too shy to ask during class than email your professors or ask them at office hours. If I did not do this in med-surg II, then I probably would not have passed. My professor gave me amazing advice on how to study and I passed with a B+! 
  3. Know what kind of learner you are. So there are three main categories of learners: auditory, visual, or tactile. Of course that does not mean you strictly fall into one category, but by knowing how you learn will help you know how to prepare. In nursing school you will come across a thousand and one ways of studying or note taking. Finding a way that works for you in the beginning of school can help set you up for success on exams. I am really a mixture of all three learners. I look at videos and pictures of the disease or surgery that my patient has. I re-write my notes following a lecture. And I listen to my lectures before an exam. I do it all!
  4. Study with a group! You really can gain knowledge from your peers. Not everyone learns and remembers something the same way. If someone is struggling with a topic that you know really well then you have an opportunity to teach them. Teaching someone material is a great way to study and test your own knowledge. 
Your nursing school will become like your family. Cherish the bonds you make.  
What are your tips for new nursing students? Have a questions for me? Leave a comment down below. 

charMED Stethoscope Bling: Product Review

July 22, 2015


Hey Guys,

So I am super excited to tell you about this awesome company called charMED- stethoscope "Bling"! They are created by a physician who wanted to brighten up her appearance and other medical professionals while at work. She created, with the help of a San Diego artist, beautiful stethoscope charms that can easily be attached and rearranged. They have such a wide array of charms ranging from solid colors, to monograms,and ribbon causes. Look how cute they are. 




charMED kindly sent me the "violet" charm and it is simply too cute to put into words. 



It was easy to "snap on" and fits snugly on my stethoscope. They enclose a foam insert for an even tighter fit if you wanted. As a young nurse to be I do not want to just look like all the other nurses. These charms allow me to still add a little bit of flare to my uniform. It also makes me stethoscope easy to identify. An even added benefit is that the metal they are created with is easy to clean and naturally resistant to bacteria! You clean them the same way you do your stethoscope. Perfection! 


Being a healthcare professional does not mean I have to be stuck with boring scrubs or having the same stethoscope look. charMED bling allows me to make a statement while keeping infection control in mind. They really made my patients smile and I got a lot of "how cute" comments while wearing it. 

Follow them on their social media sites: Facebook, InstagramPinterest, Twitter, and email sign up

Be sure to shop their site here. CharMED is offering 30% off right now until the end of July 31, 2015 when you use coupon code Summer30.

Let me know what you think or if you have bought some or are planning to. I am looking into getting the bracelet! 




Please note: I was compensated for this review but this is my honest review and opinion.  

Certified Nursing Assistant

July 21, 2015

The scrubs are not much better than my own nursing school!

Hey guys,

I wanted to share with you how I became a certified nursing assistant in high school. I was blessed to have a high school that worked with a program to provide students with technical education programs. 

It has been awhile since I took the class, almost 4 years, but I think it was like 2-3 days a week after my high school classes for 3-4 hours. We had both skills and knowledge exams. In addition we had a set amount of clinical hours that we had to complete. My clinical was completed at a local nursing rehabilitation home. 

I am on the far right

My clinical hours were really enjoyable. Although a lot of my CNA work dealt with bodily functions, I learned to still provide dignity for my patients. I also made real connections with patients; Elderly women were the chattiest and really tried to set me up with their grand kids. 

Some basic CNA skills include taking and recording vital signs, transferring patients, infection control, assisting patients with personal hygiene, and peri care. 

After completing my course and required clinical hours, I had to pass a state board exam. The exam has both practical and clinical components. I remember having to preform proper hand washing, positioning of my patient, and making an occupied bed. I was nervous, but passed on my first try! I have to do some continual education units every two years for renewal. 

I think having my CNA license has set me apart from my other classmates. I had the advantage of already being in a clinical setting. I also had some very basic nursing skills like vital signs, bed pans, and how to properly transfer patients. This really helped when we started learning skills my sophomore year of nursing. And I have been able to continue using my skills by being able to apply to and work CNA jobs instead of tech positions throughout the year.

I hope this was helpful and if you have any questions about my journey or want more specifics, then leave a comment down below.


Nursey Shows: Save My Life: Boston Trauma

July 20, 2015


Last night on ABC, Save My Life: Boston Trauma aired. It seems similar to NY Med last summer which was so awesome! If you do not know who Katie Duke is then you have not met my #dealwithit nurse idol. (She is now a NP!)

This is ABC's 6-part summer series of a "real-life" ER at Boston Medical Center, Massachusetts General and Brigham and Women's. If you get queasy easily, then I do not suggest you watch it. There is blood, disfigured limbs, and some crazy patients. It is a bunch of scenes from medic calls that are followed into the ER. But this is real life drama and excitement!

This show reminded me of some of my own clinical experiences. I loved my rotation in the Trauma Bay and listenin g to the nurse receive radio report from paramedics. My school also did an exciting pair up with a local paramedic school. (I will share stories from that later and a funny picture.) Also, the police officers response to the resident's first time is how I feel when everyone finds out I am a student nurse. Just like the elderly women at the end of the episode, I have been asked why I am single because I am so pretty or a comment on how young I look. I have found that elderly women are great to talk to.

Overall, I enjoyed the first episode and think I will continue to watch it over the summer. Let me know your thought on the show if you watched it or if you plan to watch it.





P.s. look at this love we got on twitter from the show! How awesome.

Saunders Comprehensive Review: NCLEX

July 19, 2015

Hey guys, 

I mentioned in this post that I was planning on working my way through a comprehensive review book for the NCLEX during the summer and throughout the school year. Well I finally decided on a book. And here it is...


Quick reasons why I choose this book. 1. I plan on paying for Kaplan when I graduate so I did not really need to buy a test taking strategy book. 2. I still have a ways till NCLEX so it needed to be something "light". 3. It is always beneficial to brush up on knowledge. Thus a comprehensive review book sounded good to me. 


The book itself is divided into units. Each unit has a pyramid of terms along with some questions at the end of a chapter. The chapters are organized into an outline format with diagrams, boxes, and red exclamation arrows alerting you to something important. 

So how do I plan to actually use the book? Well I am going to go through 1-2 chapters a week. That's it. If at the end of reviewing the chapter I don't pass the quiz with 80% or more than I will review it again. It is as simple as that. I can also use the mental health sections during my spring semester.

Want to know what other supplemental books I have used? Then leave a comment down below! Also tell me what books you have used.






Disclaimer: Images come from Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN examination (6th ed.) by Linda Anne Silverstri.

Tips on dealing with stress in nursing school

July 18, 2015

Nursing school is stressful...

There is no way around that. Finding a perfect balance between academics/clinical and your personal life is key. It feels like every week I have 200 million assignments due for all of my classes with anywhere from 1-4 eight hour shifts in the hospital (soon I will be doing 12hr). I also do not like being stuck in the library; I am young and in my twenties. I want to be out with friends exploring the city. Here are some simple ways to relieve stress:
  1. Buy yourself a planner! Get a planner that really works for you. Some people like day planners and others just want the month view. Look around at the store and get a feel for what you like. My planner has both a month view and a week view. In the beginning of the semester I write down all my assignments and tests in the month view. I color code my planner for classes and other non-school items. Having everything written in one place allows me to visualize what I need to be spending my time on. If you do not know by now, time management is essential in nursing school.
  2. Eat right! Everyone knows that when you give your body the proper nutrients you just feel better. Same thing goes when you are in nursing school. If you snack while you study or are trying to stay awake when cramming, then make sure it is something healthy. I like carrots, apples & peanut butter, or popcorn. But do not be afraid to treat yourself with some ice cream now and then.
  3. Exercise. When you exercise your body releases endorphins. Endorphins trigger a positive feeling in the body. I like doing yoga. I also feel refreshed afterwards and ready to tackle the day.
  4. Set goals & reward yourself. Sometimes this is a double edge sword. Knowing that I want to achieve something, let's say an A on exam, can leave me stressed until the exam is over. But when you accomplish something you put your mind to has it's own reward. I also reward myself with a new item when I accomplish my goals. My weakness is shopping at Target. So if I achieved that A on the exam, then I will treat myself to a new shirt or make up from Target. 
  5. Have a strong support system. There will be times if you wonder if nursing is really something right for you. Or a bad clinical day leaves you in tears. I have been there before. If it was not for my family and my friends I would not be where I am today. Additionally, avoid nursing school drama & do not compare yourself to anyone. There are going to be those students who seem perfect or get an A without studying. Do not worry about them, just worry about yourself. Not involving yourself with these shenanigans will not add more stress to your life.  
  6. Give yourself some time off. Trust me there is always going to be something you can study or an assignment you can complete. The biggest word of advice I received from one of my professors was to make sure I did something I enjoyed at least once during the week. Whether this means reading a book each night for 20 minutes or going to a one hour yoga class on Sundays, just do it! Pamper yourself, but do not blow off studying or completing assignments entirely. Balance is key. 
How do you manage your stress?! I would love to know, so leave a comment down below.


My BSN program

Hey guys! A couple of people have asked me what courses I take for my BSN program. So here it is...

Nursing Essentials

July 17, 2015

Hi guys! My goal with this blog is not only to document my journey, but to provide resources for other student nurses. With that being said I thought it would be fun to share with you what I think are nursing essentials to have. Everyone has their own preferences, but these are what I think are important.



  1. Stethoscope: This is critical for assessing a patient. You really do not want a cheap $25 one because you won't be able to hear a thing. Do yourself a favor and invest in a good one. It is something you will use your whole career. I recommend either a Littmann Lightweight or Littmann Cardiology III.
  2. 4 color ball point pen: As a nursing student you will be constantly writing down vitals or taking notes, so having a good pen is important. I like this one because it really allows me to organize my notes. I use the black color when writing down information from my assessment. The other colors are used for making information stand out. I will show you how I use it on my brain sheet on another post.
  3. Nursing watch: Having a comfortable watch is key. You will use your watch not only to check the time (crucial for med admin), but can also be used in assessments when counting your patient's respirations or pulse. The watch I use has military time on it so it is easy to become accustomed to for documentation.
  4. Penlight: This is great for checking pupils! It also has a pupil gauge. Your patient can even follow it when performing cardinal gazes during your neuro assessment. I use mine during every assessment. 
  5. Small notebook/brain sheet: Important for writing down vitals, key medical history, labs, etc. I am not going to go into too much detail here because I am going to do a post on it later.
Leave a comment down below what you think are nursing essentials. 

Nursey Reads: Trauma Junkie

July 16, 2015

I love reading books and I especially love when they are written by nurses. Trauma Junkie: Memoirs of an Emergency Flight Nurse by Janice Hudson was an absolute thriller. I picked it up at my local library and finished it in one day. Janice shares her stories of being both an emergency room nurse and emergency flight nurse. Her stories are so captivating that you feel like you were at the scene with them. A few of them even had me tearing up. All in all it reminded me why I love nursing so much!
Here are two of my favorite parts of the book.


  • On one of her flight calls there is a man pinned in an accident for a couple of hours. As he is losing conciousness,  Janice cradles his head in her arms and quietly talks to him about nothing. She states that she wanted him to know someone was there for him. After he recovers, the man gets to thank her and states that he was scared. However, he knew he would be safe because she was there. 
Doesn't that just pull on your heart strings? I always tell people I love nursing because I get to be there when people are scared and provided comfort in such simple ways. Although Janice was monitoring his breathing, pulses, the O2 tank, and IV fluids, she was mostly being another body next to him for comfort. I just love this!



  • Another call that made an impact was one for a drowning. Janice states that most of these calls get called off for multiple reasons.  A husband and wife were boating when the husband fell into the water. The wife unable to pull him back in watches her husband sink as help arrives. When the helicopter arrives the wife is standing ashore watching the efforts. The crew is pretty sure the husband is dead and Janice turns her focus to the wife. 
I think this story was a great reminder of how nursing is not only about our patients, but it also incorporates the family. Although the wife was not kind and welcoming to Janice in the beginning ultimately she helps her comes to terms of the reality.


 Janice surely has all the nursing qualities I strive for. I recommend you check this mighty nurse out. Leave a comment on what your favorite reads are.


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What should I be doing over summer?!?

July 14, 2015

Summer...just the word fills my mind with sunshine and the sound of ocean waves. Summer for me is a time to regather my strength to face another tough year of nursing school. It means I get to read books for my own enjoyment, although I try and make time during the regular school year. It can also mean real friends and human interactions apart from study groups and work! 

But if you are anything like me, then you probably hate laying around doing nothing after the first few weeks. Going from full steam nursing gears to nothing is a complete shock for my body and mind. So to prevent all my nursey learning from going to waste I use my summers for preparation for my future. Here are my tips for the summer months:


  • Work as a CNA or tech. If you have not completed enough clinical experience to be a tech or are not a CNA, then volunteer at your local hospital. Getting accoustmed to a hospital flow will be beneficial and make you more confident during clinicals. It also allows you to pratice good communication skills. I received my CNA license over 3 years ago and during my summer I make full use of it. I love my job. Leaving work after a shift makes me feel full of life. It is also an amazing way to not forget my skills. 
  • Take summer courses at your college or local community. First check with your nursing school what they will allow you to transfer. Both my Sophomore and Junior year I have taken 6 units at my local community. It was the perfect amount to keep my mind active and lighten my load during the school year. My senior year I will only have 13 units each semester because of my summer school. That is a huge difference for 15 or 16. 
  • NCLEX prep. If it is the summer before your senior year, then think about what kind of prep you want to do. I am buying a comprehensive review book with NCLEX style questions in it to just start training my brain. I will create a schedule to do a couple of chapters a week. I plan on taking a Kaplan course when I graduate so this is nothing too heavy. 
  • Organize. As nursing students we accumulate tons and tons of paper. Go through and keep the essentials. Make a portfolio of your important work that really showcase your nursey knowledge. I have a binder of notes that I plan to refer to as a Senior Lab Assitant for my school. Otherwise I pretty much have recycled everything else. I still hold onto my end of the year study guides and textbooks. I also will clean out the documents on my computer.
  • Be active or take up a new hobby. Now is the time to give that new exercise class a try or practice your photography. Do what makes you happy!


What do you like to do to keep busy during the summer months?


Product Review: Nabee Socks

July 12, 2015

When I first started clinicals, I found that at the end of the shift my feet were tired and achy. Standing all day was not something I was used to. Then I discovered Brian Parker and his company Nabee Socks. After reading how they work and their amazing benefits I bought a pair.

Nabee socks are graduated compression socks with style! And boy do they make my feet feel good at the end of a 12 hour. I hardly even realize I am wearing them. They are easy to put on and enough toe room to not bother you. These socks were made with us nurses in mind!

Check them out at nabeesocks.com and enter to win a free pair at http://nabeesocks.com/pages/giveaway






Please note: Product was purchased with my own money and this is an honest review.

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