Author Archives: Megan Gilbert

About Megan Gilbert

Hi there! My name is Megan Gilbert. I am a 29-year-old third year nursing student at Purdue University Calumet. I have been married to my wonderful husband Scott for eight years and we have two beautiful boys; Reece and Mason. We currently reside in Northwest Indiana in the town of Schererville, which is about 40 minutes outside of Chicago. I love spending quality time with my family and l also enjoy singing with my local church. In addition, one of my favorite things to do in my down-time is blog and read blogs.

The adult student

Next to motherhood, college is the most challenging task I have ever endured. I never thought I would attend college as an adult. This journey is so much more difficult than I could have ever anticipated.

Holiday favorites!!

Looking to get into the Holiday Spirit? Here are a few family favorites that are sure to get you in the mood!

I’m hanging by a thread

I’m hanging by a thread

This nursing student studied like crazy, only to fail her last test. “I have come so far, but have yet to see the light at the end of the tunnel!!”

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

You better watch out! You better not cry!! Why? Because the holidays are right around the corner!!!

To vaccinate or not?

To vaccinate or not?

H1N1. Swine Flu. Whatever people call it, it is all over the media and vastly spreading throughout the U.S. Many doctors are suggesting we vaccinate our small children against this virus, but others say not to.

Diary of a neurotic nurse mom

Diary of a neurotic nurse mom

They call it the nurse curse…having someone you love in the hospital and knowing everything that can go wrong.

Can I get some help here?

Today was my first med-surg clinical of the semester. I am exhausted. I was immediately shocked at how understaffed the unit was; 17 patients, 2 nurses, and one CNA. Is this even possible?

People who make a difference

People who make a difference

In my time in nursing school I have come across some really wonderful people. Within that group of special people are a few teachers who have left an impact on my career as a student…

Medicine for your viewing pleasure

Medicine for your viewing pleasure

If you’re looking for something a bit more true to life then my advice would be to tune into the Discovery Health Channel…Believe it or not, I have learned a thing or two from DH…

Hard work!

I took a six week course and got my certification to become a nurse’s aide. Being an aide was one of the most eye-opening experiences for me…

Job security?

Am I going to have to worry about my job security as a nurse? Am I going to have a difficult time finding a job when I graduate?

“Different” makes the world go ‘round

“Different” makes the world go ‘round

Never in a million years would I have pictured myself as a parent of a special needs child. I guess not a whole lot of people do.

As God as my witness, I will never be pasty again!

I love a good tan. I have always been a fan of a nice and even but not overly-leathered skin. However, 30 IS right around the corner for me

Just be it!

I often wonder what kind of nurse I am going to be. As a nursing student, sometimes I have this notion of how I will be….of course that is probably not how most will perceive me. I want to be [...]