BigL97

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1. I want to be a navy corpsman want some info

   BigL97 replied to dirtdevil's topic in General Nursing

   I just got out of the Navy last year. When you go to MEPS, make sure they do not try and talk you into a more need based "rating". It does happen. As long as you scored good on your ASVAB, and stick to your guns, you will have no problem getting what...

2. Lets stop smoking

   BigL97 replied to coolpeach's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I quit smoking 9 months ago after leaving the military and have not looked back. I KNOW you can do it, and I am here for moral support. Good Luck to you, and I KNOW you will succeed God Bless, Roderick

3. Do you plan on working while in nursing school?

   BigL97 replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Yes I plan on working, unless congress gets into gear and passes the New G.I.Bill Amendment. If that happens, then I will have to weigh my options, but as of now, I do not have a choice in the matter. God Bless, Roderick

4. Any advice about Philadelphia U?

   BigL97 replied to Montessori Mommy's topic in CNM

   I applied and Visited the campus this past year, when I was still looking into different degree programs. Their campus is Beautiful, and it has a very close-knit feel to it. As for out of state tuition costs, it is a private university so, everyone...

5. We took a stand against our Clinical Instructor...

   BigL97 replied to NightOwl0624's topic in General Students

   OP, I wish you the best of luck today, and I think you did the right thing. CI Tardiness is unacceptable, when they are trying to be a positive example to your learning environment, as you pay for "their time". Hope everything turns out positive, and...

6. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

   BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thank you MommyCakers, I have looked at both of those programs and do plan on attending information sessions as soon as I have a mode of transportation again, as my car is broken down. As of now, after doing A LOT of research, I know of the schools ...

7. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

   BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thank you Elkpark, That is very encouraging to know. I am Definitely planning on going back for a RN-BSN transfer program in the future. Anyone that is in the Delaware Valley that knows of good reputation Hospital Diploma programs, that information...

8. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

   BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hi, Thank you for the information. I am actually talking about Hospital Diploma schools, that will give you an RN certification, so you are ready for boards, but you do not have an ASN or BSN. I have looked at Pottstown as well, and am keeping all ...

9. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

   BigL97 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hello, I am recently out of the military and looking into getting my RN certification as soon as possible. I have found a few Diploma RN programs, but am wondering if after I spend the 2-3 years in the programs, that there will be no jobs out there ...

10. Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania

    Thank you all for all your suggestions, I am going to call CHOP human resources and see what they say. Thanx again

11. Anyone know anything about Abington School of Nursing

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania

    Thank You NRSKAREN, For all the information. Do you have any idea what the waiting list is at that school? If they have one? I went to the website, and they said that credits are usually transferable. In your experience, have you heard of any pr...

12. Anyone know anything about Abington School of Nursing

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pennsylvania

    I am currently in the military about to get out, and plan on pursuing a degree in Nursing. I have been to their website, know that they are a diploma program, and have heard they are a non-profit college. I am really just looking for some feedback ...

13. Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania

    OK, maybe I didn't make my point clear. I am a prior EMT, who's certification has expired. I'm wondering if I should re-cert, and if that will help me get a job in the HEALTHCARE field at CHOP. What qualifications are required there? If anyone has...

14. Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pennsylvania

    Ok, well I am getting out of the military here in the next 30 days or so and am moving to Philadelphia to go to college for my BSN. Now my question is that I want to get into this hospital in whatever medical job I can as soon as possible. Does any...

15. Looking for any info regarding RN schools in Philly

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania

    Thank You for all the info you have provided. I do have one more question I was hoping someone could help me out with. How do you go about gettting Home of record in PA, and how long do you have to reside there before being elgible for in-state tui...