Greta Marino Nursing school burnout is a real thing! It's true that there are a lot of assignments and exams to study for, but it is also realistic to avoid burnout if you approach a difficult semester in the right way. Here are some tips that I use to stay motivated during tough semesters: Stay Organized I like to start every semester out by reading through all my syllabi and keeping track of my assignments and exams for the semester. This way, I can get a good idea of whi

Greta Marino Before nursing school, I never considered myself someone who could study in a group. Now, I don't think I could go back to studying solo all the time! Let me give you my top tips to be successful through group studying--hopefully you will find it as rewarding as I do. Find study partners that will push you to succeed Nursing school is no joke! Studying with friends can make studying for long hours more bearable, but it can also distract you if you are not studyin

Sophia A. Working a 12-hour nursing shift can be tough, but having the right habits can make it much more manageable. It is important to set a plan and be organized before starting your shift. With smart planning, self-care, and good habits you can stay energized and focused throughout your toughest days.  Here are some simple, yet effective tips to help you get through a 12 hour shift… Before your shift: Hydrate and fuel your body: packing balanced meals and snacks to fuel y

Greta Marino Anatomy and physiology can definitely be a difficult class to master. However, it is so important that you put the time into understanding it, because it will be the foundation for much of what you learn after it in nursing school--especially in pathophysiology I and II! When you understand how the body functions under normal conditions, it is a lot easier to see how things may go wrong. In my opinion, these are the best ways to study for anatomy (both lecture &

Greta Marino It is important to come prepared for clinical and nursing classes, because you will have some long days as a nursing student! Here's a brief rundown of everything I keep in my bag to be ready for the day. Clinical Assessment kit, containing Blood pressure cuff Stethoscope Penlight Bandage scissors Hemostat Wristwatch Mini notebook: helps me jot down quick notes that will be useful for completing assignments related to clinical later on Pen, highlighter, sharpie S

By Iris “One day, you will walk into a unit as a nurse, and you will get goosebumps, and your arm hairs will tingle and rise, because it is just the perfect specialty for you.” It was my first day of Nursing 352 during my Junior Spring semester when my geriatrics professor, Professor Alma Rood, shared that this is a feeling we will understand one day when we find the perfect nursing speciality, just like she did.  Nursing school is full of wondering, “What kind of nurse will

Kate L. You've just graduated high school and you're about to start your first year of college as a nursing major. What can you expect? What should you know before? Is it really that hard? Freshman year is a year of firsts. First roommate, first time living away from home, first time sitting in a lecture hall with 100+ people, the list goes on. It's a big transition from high school and takes some time to adjust to. Here are some things I wish I knew before starting freshman

Written by: Ryan G. Starting a nursing program can feel like learning to swim in the deep end on day one. This holds especially true in the Baccalaureate Accelerated Track (BAT) program. The pace is fast, the content is heavy, and the expectations are high. However, with the right habits and support, every student not only can stay afloat but thrive in this rigorous program. Here is what has helped me throughout my time in the program. Show Up and Stay Engaged Attending class

Allison P. Nursing school runs on caffeine and determination . Between early clinicals, endless concept maps, and late-night study sessions, finding the perfect coffee shop is basically a survival skill. Luckily, the Binghamton area has some amazing spots that will keep you energized and help you power through those tough days. Here are some local favorites that every nursing student should know about! 1. Sole City Coffee — Johnson City Sole City Coffee in Johnson City is a c

Written by: Angela As a first-year student, I can attest that the college application process can be an extremely overwhelming and confusing process. Deciding where to spend the next four years of your educational career on top of juggling high school coursework, extracurriculars, and life in general is definitely not easy! I knew that I wanted to study to be a nurse, but with thousands of nursing programs across the United States, it was a lot to narrow down. I was looking

Greta Marino Have you ever wondered what the NSA is? It stands for Nursing Student Association, and it is a group of nursing students who...

Allison Pham Okay, real talk, Pathophysiology I & II  are no joke. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve heard how intense these...

Kate Hi! My name is Kate and I'm a junior in the traditional nursing program and the vice president of the Mary E. Mahoney (MEM) Nursing...

Tina I am someone who loves cooking: it's therapeutic, fun, and tasty. That being said, cooking takes time and when you're in the midst...

by Tina As a nursing student, you will be taking multiple content heavy courses at a time and it can feel overwhelming trying to remember...

My name is Abbie, and over winter break, I had the incredible opportunity to attend an NYC Connect Employer Trek at Northwell South Shore...

My name is Abbie, and over winter break, I had the opportunity to attend another NYC Connect Employer Trek , this time at Long Island...

My name is Abbie, and over winter break, I had the opportunity to visit Northwell North Shore University Hospital  as part of an NYC...

NYU Langone Hospital Long Island My name is Abbie, and over winter break, I had the opportunity to attend an NYC Connect Employer Trek...

Tina Li Hi everyone, I’m Tina Li and I am a senior nursing student at Decker in the traditional nursing program. Over winter break, I had...