DeLynn RN

DeLynn has 21 years experience as a RN and specializes in Education.

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1. Why Wasn't I Offered the OR Position?

   DeLynn replied to Rose_Queen's topic in Operating Room

   I totally agree, I want to see someone enthusiastic about the OR, not just why they want to leave their current position. If they aren't enthusiastic, they won't last.

2. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Educators

   FYI, if you have a 2.8 GPA you need to do extra steps to get accepted, it's not automatic. The program also requires teaching hours in the practicum for the MSN ED and the program covers curriculum development, implementation and evaluation (A LOT ac...

3. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Educators

   Capella University is accredited by CCNE, so all of these statements are mute. Nothing from your statement means that the school does not teach nurses how to become a Master's prepared Nurse Educator. The required GPA is actually 3.0, not 2.8, and st...

4. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Educators

   It's quite possible for some to not have any problem finding a job they want no matter where they received their MSN, as in my case and I'm sure many others. It's not easy to graduate from Capella and graduates are not "a dime a dozen" or everyone wo...

5. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Educators

   I didn't have an issue with my Capella degree with any of the positions I applied to and ended up with a very "desirable" job making much more than I was, with a lot of autonomy, room for creativity, and a great schedule as a Nurse Educator ?

6. Attire?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Educators

   I will be the educator in only physician offices, so no lab or class. The manager is no longer there, so I guess I can decide for myself. I might wait and see what the office managers wear and go by that.

7. Attire?

   DeLynn posted a topic in Educators

   I accepted a position as the nurse educator for 17 physician offices. My question is, what would be the appropriate attire? My manager suggested scrubs, but I feel like business casual would be more appropriate. Opinions?

8. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Educators

   I ended up going to Capella and just accepted a position as a nurse educator for 17 physician office. I also want to take the CNE.

9. MSN in Nursing Education: Simulation?

   DeLynn replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in Educators

   I've had no problems getting several interviews after graduating from Capella with MSN. I'll update on the offers when they come in.

10. Not qualified for University Program

    DeLynn replied to jax18_mco's topic in Educators

    Just graduated with MSN ED with Capella in April and am currently interviewing for four positions, I don't think most places care where you get your MSN.

11. MSN in Nursing Education: Simulation?

    DeLynn replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in Educators

    I also did my BSN with Capella, then my MSN ED with Capella, finished in 7 months. The preceptor wasn't hard to find, I emailed my nursing education dept at work and they set me up with someone. I know some do have trouble finding a preceptor. I feel...

12. Where do I go from here?

    DeLynn replied to yudenisr's topic in Career Support

    I've been a nurse for over 20 years. I was an LPN then and RN. I've put my time in the "trenches". Nothing wrong with being a bedside nurse, we have all contributed. There comes a time when some might be ready for a change and a MSN can be an avenue ...

13. Where do I go from here?

    DeLynn replied to yudenisr's topic in Career Support

    I have 15 years of OR experience. I just graduated with my MSN ED. I have four interviews. 2 are educators for a hospital, one in the OR , another in ambulatory office. one is for a medical device clinical manger, and another for a manager of a derma...

14. For anyone considering Capella for an MSN...

    DeLynn replied to NotMyProblem MSN's topic in Post Graduate

    Congrats! Love the new name ?

15. Quick Comparison of Hospitals in Triangle Area

    DeLynn replied to AdrenalinJunkieRN's topic in North Carolina

    Having worked at both Duke (Raleigh) and WakeMed, I can confirmed that WakeMed does pay slightly more. Also, their weekend shift diff is great, $12 an hour for days. They have both recently given an extra raise this year on top of the annual due to C...