Charity school of Nursing 2012 fall class jitters/ need advice

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Ok, I am a student at Delgado Community College and I've applied for the Fall 2012 class at Charity School of Nursing. I know that they go by the profile score, which I have worked on and I know that my profile score was pretty high, so I'm hoping to get in. (My Hesi score was a 92, I have a 3.75 gpa, and have a degree in sign language -I'm currently in A&P II, so I don't have the final grade on that yet, but I'm working my butt off!) The waiting is killing me- I called last week and they said that they will send the acceptance/"thanks for your interest, but.." letters at the end of this month.

I have so many questions though, so I thought I'd start here. Is anyone else on all-nurses applying for that group? Also, for anyone who is attending CSN already: I have 2 children (and currently a full time job, but I'm planning on quitting if I get accepted). In your experience, how neglected are my children going to be? (lol) (I do also have a husband, who is being super supportive esp when I need hours and hours to study for A&P; However, 2 years of that... hmmmmmm...)

Also, I am a nervous wreck about parking in New Orleans (I live in Slidell)(I know- of all the things to stress about) and I'm worried about the "horror stories" that I hear re: nursing school in general (for example: "The hardest thing I've ever done in my life!", "I cried daily.","The first semester they try to scare you out.", and my favorite, "Say goodbye to your friends and family for 2 years.") and CSN in particular (it's ridiculously hard, etc.). I love a challenge, but I'd like some inside info about what it's like when you start. I think personal experiences and tips will help ease some of my fears and concerns. What's it like? Any advice that you wish someone would have given to you? Please feel free to write, anyone who has attended Charity School of Nursing recently or is currently attending. Also anyone feeling the same way I do -anxious as hell about starting the dreaded "nursing school". Lol

Thanks, Everyone!! :)

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Hi Mamisu,I'm not sure but I would think there is a chance you get this semester. You have to consider that things happen and people end up not being able to attend. Also, some students apply to other schools and are waiting to see if they get accepted to another program. So some sits may very well become available

I just graduated chairty and passed the nclex. I promise you that going downtown is not scary and there are always a ton of people around. The only thing I didn't like was the parking situation (best to park at the Church for $3). I was never bothered by anyone. I am selling some nclex prep books (they are great for learning how to answer test questions at charity) if anyone is interested. I listed them on craigslist under books. Good luck!

Hello laurelave!Congrats on graduating! I'm attending in the fall and so nervous. Do you have any advice ? It would be much appreciated!!

Hi Mamisu,I'm not sure but I would think there is a chance you get this semester. You have to consider that things happen and people end up not being able to attend. Also, some students apply to other schools and are waiting to see if they get accepted to another program. So some sits may very well become available
Ohhh gosh I really hope sooo because I want a real job already! Lol so I really hope I get in this fall because I'm tired of waiting. I can't complain though I've read about applicants being denied entrance and I'm just soo gratefull of being accepted in the program.

Firehouse, I'm meeting with someone at chilis tue night here in Slidell. If you can make it that would be great. I think we decided on around 6:30

Yes please come :)

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i remember very well what the "nursing school jitters" were like and the waiting to know was i was going to get into the nursing school . very stressful. my generic program was a three year diploma program in florida the year i applied there were over 800 applications from qualified pre-nursing students. there were only 60 spots for the freshman class that year. i think that nursing schools now are not so much into "scaring you out" or putting so much psychological pressure on students as some nursing schools did at one time. i think the nursing programs in this country are doing their best to turn out high quality nurses that will stick with nursing even during the difficult times and promote their profession through being a "role model" and by good example

my opinion is that the nursing colleges are attempting to graduate as many qualified and well prepared nurses as possible in the face of the nation's shortage of nurses. unfortunately due to the aging population of highly educated and skilled nursing faculties and the low pay for nursing instructors plus the budget cuts that so many colleges and universities are being hit with, many qualified pre-nursing students are being turned away. be glad that you are accepted; nursing school is stressful yes, impossible no. include your children in your nursing school life make them a part of your day to day school life. one friend gave her daughter the job of collecting and sorting all of her mail and setting aside the important mail. that way the daughter was helping mom get through nursing school.enjoy nursing school there will be many enjoyable times​

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Thanks, Rmed4320 and Learing2care,

Unfortuantely I have class on Tuesday nights. I finished my prereqs but took med term 1 and med Dosage class this semester to get a headstart. I would really like to meet with you guys but Weekends and Friday nights are the only night I have free until May. Keep me in mind if you want to get together again.

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Okay, it seems like everyone is interested in a meet and greet on both sides of the lake. So, I propose, since several people are going to attend the Open House on April 21, that maybe we could meet at the Open House and then go somewhere close for Lunch/coffee? after those who want to do the tour have done so.

Any takers???

I've been to two open houses so I wasn't going to go but if some people would like to meet this may be a great opportunity.

NorthShore group, we could still plan another meet and greet just for us to get together and set up study groups and carpools.

I would like to go to open house in the 21. That would be a great way for everyone to meet and have lunch after! Firehorse.. One day over the weekend woukd be good as well. Maybe Starbucks or something. Let me know.

Tom7044Thank you so much for your post and encouraging thoughts. Really needed that. Happy I was accepted but very nervous as well. Thank you

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Rmed4320,

Weekend would be great. Starbucks would be fine. I'll PM you.

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