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good0177 · 08-10-2009, 02:27 PM

Mad props to all those that put themselves aside to some degree to aid those that truly need the help. I am one of four males in my last year of nursing school (BRN) and am excited/nervous to see what it will be like working as a nurse and not as a "student". Be prepared to answer the questions surrounding being a male nurse form patients, families, staff, etc. such as why not medical school, are you planning on medical school, are you a resident, hey look it's Focker RN, blah, blah. At the end of the day very few get the privalege to help others in such an intimate moment where patients put there trust/lives in your hands. I like the idea that each day will be different and the learning never stops. Good luck to all who pursue this field.

ALTRNTV · 08-10-2009, 06:21 PM

To those who don't want the stigma of being a "nurse", but still want to get into the medical
field, look into radiology or respiratory therapy.

SochBAT · 08-10-2009, 07:08 PM

^^

Or you could man-up.

ALTRNTV · 08-10-2009, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soooshi

^^

Or you could man-up.

..that too. LOL

I never thought I would be in the medical field, but I knew that I didn't want to be
part of the typical Filipino stereotype of being a nurse, male or female. I chose
respiratory therapy and I'm loving it so far. I've become good friends with the
male RN's at the hospitals I do my clinicals at and they're normal people like
the rest of us. I have a lot of respect for what they do, and what they go through.

From what I could see, a nurses job is highly stressful, but at the same time,
rewarding.

wh0aitznic0 · 08-10-2009, 08:12 PM

As soon as I read the thread title, I KNEW Filipinos would chime in. With multiple members of my family being in the Nursing field, I give SO MUCH respect to anybody, male or female, that goes into job for anything other than just money.

zylvia213 · 08-10-2009, 08:42 PM

First i want to say props to all them people out there that has gone through the program and now working as an RN. I am not an RN yet but I am a healthcare provider that deals with peoples lives everyday. Eventhough I dont hold a license I do assist doctors and register nurses in many back office, procedures and what not. Medical field especially nursing is not for everyone. Yes it is very good money and yes you do get to work with many many good looking females specially filipino girls lol. I would challenge anyone that is interested in doing nursing for the money to get into the program.... the first quarter and clinicals will determine if your cut out for it. Nursing is no joke not only going through the program but even after when you are working as one. You really got to want to do it. Not only will you make good income but you will get so much knowledge of what the whole human anatomy is about.

So for those of you guys out there in the program or planning on doing it good luck and dont give up.... it's difficult, your life style will change but it will be well worth it at the end.

limited240 · 04-28-2010, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smellslikecurry

yepp doctor of pharmacy and jd

pharm companies want law/pharmds to help them approve meds and work out legal issues...starting salary is 300+

pharm classes are a lot different what people think they are...basically this is how its broken down

first few years you take bs core classes and intro to chem/orgo and bio.

you also take a mix of public speaking and how to deal with patients

you have to take biochem, anatomy, physiology, medicinal chem, compounding, how to make iv bags

ever class has its own lab too which kidna sucks

you also take courses/labs on how to work as a clinical pharmacist/retail pharmacist.

then 4th 5th year the real classes start....they're called Drugs and Diseases.

Basically they're classes that teach you everything about a disease, the drugs that treat it, how to treat it, diagnosis and the chemical structures/properties of the drugs.

That's the toughest part because there are so many damn diseases, so many different ways to treat them and so many damn interactions...

then end of 5th year and 6th year you do residency pretty much.

There's no real way to get yourself into it unless you genuinely want to do it.

Trust me though...when you're paying for 6 years of school youll want to get your moneys worth.

what university are u going. is it in cali.

sickstatus · 04-28-2010, 02:04 PM

im about to finish school to b a cna.

then move to arizona to get my rn licenses.

fuck this california waiting list lol.

ima test for california though.

*DALAZ_68* · 04-28-2010, 02:10 PM

my sister recently became a full fledge RN...she actually graduated back in nov-dec i believe, got hired on for 3 months prior to actually passing her final permit/licensing test (which she passed with flying color, even thoguh she shit bricks for that wait to hear she passed...lol)

her stories, insanse...but she's finally got her licensing and she enjoys what she's doing, even though she currently works night shifts...

i dunno...ive always wanted to get into the Xray side of things...cool machines, video game joy sticks and buttons...lol why not...

Mikey213 · 04-29-2010, 03:24 AM

Aint nothing wrong with it! But you have to bring you're A game at school. I could handle everything. Shoot shoving an internal catheter 6 inches down someones pee pee while him coughing and shit flying in my face is nothing. But the school itself is, FML! Hell with good grades I was late a few times midway threw and it was a no merci GTFO type of thing. But I do medical billing now so Im good at the moment! working on running my own boarding care and btw ZYLVIA213 is right because I am one of those who did it for the money.

mrsuave · 04-29-2010, 03:29 AM

i wouldn't mind being a nurse, because it's always about the $$

rc1honda · 04-29-2010, 12:03 PM

I do echocardiography. I take ultrasound pictures of the heart. Make the same money a nurse but i don't have to deal with half of what they deal with on a dalily basis.

And also working with all women everyday can be very taxing. Women are crazy and overdramitic. And once a month they all get bitchy. I mean thats just real talk. But you have to take the good with the bad. I can tell you honestly that working with all women is like living on a another world. Men and women working togther is pretty normal. But when working with >80% women it gets crazy.

I like helping people, i like the technology aspect. I like the pay. Of you don;t think you could handle some of situations nursing presents you shoul dlook into diagnostic imaging. Similar pay with considerably less stress. And you don't have to clean up shit.

g6civcx · 04-29-2010, 01:03 PM

Do what you need to do to make that money. Anybody who gives you problems can pay your bills for your or shut up.

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sickstatus Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: SoCal Age: 30 Posts: 1,539 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	im about to finish school to b a cna. then move to arizona to get my rn licenses. fuck this california waiting list lol. ima test for california though. __________________ straights are for fast cars, corners are for fast drivers.

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DALAZ_68 not giving a fuck Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los angeles Age: 35 Posts: 15,080 Trader Rating: (104) Feedback Score: 104 reviews	my sister recently became a full fledge RN...she actually graduated back in nov-dec i believe, got hired on for 3 months prior to actually passing her final permit/licensing test (which she passed with flying color, even thoguh she shit bricks for that wait to hear she passed...lol) her stories, insanse...but she's finally got her licensing and she enjoys what she's doing, even though she currently works night shifts... i dunno...ive always wanted to get into the Xray side of things...cool machines, video game joy sticks and buttons...lol why not... __________________ LOL 240... whats better than 1? 5 1's ...lol PSN & XBL GT : Wh0pp3r68 CLUB LEXUS : Wh0pp3r

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08-10-2009, 02:27 PM	#61
good0177 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Minnesota Age: 43 Posts: 37 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Mad props to all those that put themselves aside to some degree to aid those that truly need the help. I am one of four males in my last year of nursing school (BRN) and am excited/nervous to see what it will be like working as a nurse and not as a "student". Be prepared to answer the questions surrounding being a male nurse form patients, families, staff, etc. such as why not medical school, are you planning on medical school, are you a resident, hey look it's Focker RN, blah, blah. At the end of the day very few get the privalege to help others in such an intimate moment where patients put there trust/lives in your hands. I like the idea that each day will be different and the learning never stops. Good luck to all who pursue this field.

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ALTRNTV Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Western Conference Posts: 9,429 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	To those who don't want the stigma of being a "nurse", but still want to get into the medical field, look into radiology or respiratory therapy.

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SochBAT Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Abilene, TX Age: 35 Posts: 6,428 Trader Rating: (9) Rides Gallery: SochBAT Feedback Score: 9 reviews	^^ Or you could man-up.

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zylvia213 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: LOST ANGELES Posts: 1,975 Trader Rating: (36) Rides Gallery: zylvia213 Feedback Score: 36 reviews	First i want to say props to all them people out there that has gone through the program and now working as an RN. I am not an RN yet but I am a healthcare provider that deals with peoples lives everyday. Eventhough I dont hold a license I do assist doctors and register nurses in many back office, procedures and what not. Medical field especially nursing is not for everyone. Yes it is very good money and yes you do get to work with many many good looking females specially filipino girls lol. I would challenge anyone that is interested in doing nursing for the money to get into the program.... the first quarter and clinicals will determine if your cut out for it. Nursing is no joke not only going through the program but even after when you are working as one. You really got to want to do it. Not only will you make good income but you will get so much knowledge of what the whole human anatomy is about. So for those of you guys out there in the program or planning on doing it good luck and dont give up.... it's difficult, your life style will change but it will be well worth it at the end.

04-29-2010, 03:24 AM	#70
Mikey213 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Los Angeles Age: 35 Posts: 500 Trader Rating: (-1) Feedback Score: -1 reviews	Aint nothing wrong with it! But you have to bring you're A game at school. I could handle everything. Shoot shoving an internal catheter 6 inches down someones pee pee while him coughing and shit flying in my face is nothing. But the school itself is, FML! Hell with good grades I was late a few times midway threw and it was a no merci GTFO type of thing. But I do medical billing now so Im good at the moment! working on running my own boarding care and btw ZYLVIA213 is right because I am one of those who did it for the money.

04-29-2010, 12:03 PM	#72
rc1honda Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Chicago Age: 39 Posts: 432 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	I do echocardiography. I take ultrasound pictures of the heart. Make the same money a nurse but i don't have to deal with half of what they deal with on a dalily basis. And also working with all women everyday can be very taxing. Women are crazy and overdramitic. And once a month they all get bitchy. I mean thats just real talk. But you have to take the good with the bad. I can tell you honestly that working with all women is like living on a another world. Men and women working togther is pretty normal. But when working with >80% women it gets crazy. I like helping people, i like the technology aspect. I like the pay. Of you don;t think you could handle some of situations nursing presents you shoul dlook into diagnostic imaging. Similar pay with considerably less stress. And you don't have to clean up shit.

04-29-2010, 01:03 PM	#73
g6civcx Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 5,764 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Do what you need to do to make that money. Anybody who gives you problems can pay your bills for your or shut up.