Becoming a Registered Nurse : How to Become a Registered Nurse

4 February 2010 26 Comments

Becoming a registered nurse requires taking several college prep courses like math, science and a foreign language and enrolling in an accredited nursing program. Learn what it takes to become a registered nurse with tips from an active registered nurse in this free video on nursing. Expert: Andrea Graziano Bio: Andrea Graziano is an active registered nurse working in the ER Department for Lakewood Hospital in Lakewood, Ohio. Filmmaker: John Lorincehttp://classesandlessons.info/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/vitalethics-468×60-040409-1215.gif

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salebowwow said:

I’m not actually in Nursing school yet. I’m taking my prerequisite courses. For me to get into Nursing school, they require a strong score of pre-algebra. That is a big difference than calculus. In my statement above, all of those ladies whom I consulted all said no way you need calculus.

For my program, I have to take, Intro to Psychology, Developmental psychology, Anatomy and Physiology, English comp 1 and 2, Nutrition, History, Government, intro to clinical microbiology.

# 4 February 2010 at 2:57 am

Sakura71390 said:

@cutestkittyface I agree, and that it is why I speak fluent spanish But I agree anyone who isn’t bilingual should take a second language.

# 4 February 2010 at 3:50 am

cutestkittyface said:

@twindwick Ya’ll aren’t too stupid! Listen, if your school has medical classes, like Med. Microbiology or Med. Terminology, then take them. they helped me alot

# 4 February 2010 at 3:51 am

cutestkittyface said:

@salebowwow oh wow. Can you tell me any tips? I really want to be an RN. if your telling me shes lying, then im kinda sad b/c no one in my family is in the medical field…. any tips?…please?

# 4 February 2010 at 4:39 am

cutestkittyface said:

@Sakura71390 I Think that if your bilingual, your more likely to get chosen. I’m not saying you have to but think about it. A family only speaks spanish and their child was in a car accident. They want to know whats happening. It would be easier for them to understand what was happening if you spoke their language. Plus imagine if you went to Spain. Wouldn’t you feel less queasy if their was someone who could understand and converse with you? but i do think your right bout the calculus thing…

# 4 February 2010 at 5:07 am

cutestkittyface said:

@506pierce she is a nurse look on the info and it will tell you shes a active RN

# 4 February 2010 at 5:42 am

TheRatadedospatas said:

MOst countries offer a free-education system. I am wondering how long are these stupid americans going to keep their mouth shut? Education and healthcare most be a birth given right. Wake up!!!!

# 4 February 2010 at 5:44 am

Amnesia512 said:

I believe I was talking to another person, but thanks.

# 4 February 2010 at 6:30 am

DJEncore123 said:

@Amnesia512 , hmmmm yeah and america only consist of people speaking english … duhhhh

# 4 February 2010 at 7:11 am

taxdebtreliefand said:

more information, wonderful!

# 4 February 2010 at 8:07 am

tdk08 said:

U CAN DO IT!

# 4 February 2010 at 8:32 am

Amnesia512 said:

lol Your right. I guess it wouldn’t hurt, i do REALLY want to do it.

# 4 February 2010 at 9:19 am

psi82 said:

@dizzitoast: Are you suggesting that Native Americans devised the English language?

# 4 February 2010 at 9:55 am

dizzitoast said:

I used to think that way too, but unless you’re Native American, I’m pretty certain somewhere up the line Yyou’re relatives couldn’t speak english also!

# 4 February 2010 at 10:42 am

Amnesia512 said:

Foreign language? Last time i checked, i was in america.

# 4 February 2010 at 10:47 am

ejgintexas said:

small schools and community colleges do require “entrance exams”. i am in one now.

# 4 February 2010 at 12:13 pm

salinaloveshappiness said:

i was thinking of becoming a nurse. but this video kinda scares me. not gonna lie. im a senior in highschoool

# 4 February 2010 at 12:49 pm

pypox said:

that shit is hard

# 4 February 2010 at 12:57 pm

bluecoatguy03 said:

Small schools and community colleges do not offer “entrance exams”. As long you have a pulse you’ll get into that school. Focus on your prereq’s and you’ll get in. Screw the baccalaureate, as long as you have the two most important letters, RN, its all gravy.

# 4 February 2010 at 1:21 pm

littlefalls2008 said:

I would rather have someone be expressive by using hand gestures than having someone who is boring and speaks in a monotone voice. Give her a break!!!

# 4 February 2010 at 2:16 pm

amnesiak1982 said:

I am so dizzy right now from following her hand movements

# 4 February 2010 at 2:24 pm

niumap123GH said:

You still don’t get it.. Are you a nurse?.. That why i am a md so as I can order you to shovel your nose on patients ass for rectum infiltration. Eat it. I am so dump 4 a nurse.

# 4 February 2010 at 3:03 pm

1911sa said:

somebody likes to talk with their hands…

# 4 February 2010 at 3:38 pm

muratshawn said:

The U.S. system in Nursing is such a scam and a rip off. I am a RN and I got my RN in germany. And by way, college in germany up ph.d is free of charge. Free education.you dont even pay for your books,you basically rent them for free and return em after each semester.
Renewing your RN license etc..is another rip off just get your money….
I am an RN now here in the US and I am i guess the ONLY Nurse thats not in debt with student loans. This actually sad!

# 4 February 2010 at 11:16 am

San Francisco ACLS Class (author) said:

I wish I was a nurse. They bring home the bacon, and I like me some bacon. Maybe I should try a CNA program to start.

# 4 February 2010 at 3:04 pm

Sakura71390 said:

@twostep2009 You’re very welcome No prospective nursing students should ever feel discouraged, its hard but many many people do it and succeed. Nothing good in life comes easy, and its such a rewarding career.

# 4 February 2010 at 4:00 pm