rainydaydream

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1. A&P at BCC?

   rainydaydream replied to Mrs.Christie's topic in Washington

   It sounds like they don't use cats at BCC, but even if they did, I really doubt they'd actually be breeding cats specifically for dissection. Look how many cats animal shelters put down every year; I always imagined this is where the cats used in di...

2. RN to BSN at University of Phoenix?

   rainydaydream replied to JP82's topic in School Programs

   What about Western Governors University? I've heard excellent things about their programs (not specifically nursing), and they're mostly online. http://www.wgu.edu/online_health_professions_degrees/bachelor_science_nursing They offer RN->BSN (fu...

3. Double Majoring in Biology/Nursing?

   rainydaydream replied to nohika's topic in Washington

   I'd recommend working on the biology before the nursing as you might not be able to do both at the same time due to the strange ways nursing schools often schedule classes. Another reason for this is that you may not be allowed to sit for the NCLEX ...

4. Dispel a rumor OR validate a truth...

   rainydaydream replied to gapelaez's topic in ADN/BSN

   (At least in Minnesota) I believe there is a requirement of at least a BSN to earn a public health nursing certification. You might look into MSN programs or accelerated BSNs, too...

5. Young RN?

   rainydaydream replied to Missy89's topic in General Students

   People tell you these things not to discount your fears, but because it's true -- you *do* have time. You are lucky to be focused at a young age! It is definitely a blessing, not a curse. I'm sure you can make graduate school happen if you want it ...

6. Portland or Vancouver

   rainydaydream replied to flg8tr's topic in Oregon

   "I know from my own HR dept at one of the major hospital systems in town that we are in a silent hiring freeze - I say silent because the jobs are posted and they are accepting applications but they aren't actually hiring anyone for the jobs as it's ...

7. Advice on what I should do?

   rainydaydream replied to Vanillanut's topic in Washington

   I would bet you might have better luck in Bellingham, as there are no BSN programs based up there. St. Joseph's is the big hospital up there. I don't think a Canadian BSN would be a problem so long as you pass the NCLEX. (don't quote me on this; it...

8. American or Swedish nursing education?

   rainydaydream replied to c3p0's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I would train where you want to live. The posters above gave good reasons, but it also seems less than ethical to receive a free education in nursing with no intention of using it in that country...

9. Help I have to retake Microbiology!!

   rainydaydream replied to NichelleNurse2b's topic in Washington

   Micro at Seattle Central totally kicks butt, actually. Highly recommended; great teacher.

10. UW or WSU RN-BSN?

    rainydaydream replied to RNShenanigator's topic in Washington

    I'd apply to the school located where you want to live after graduation. You might meet other nurses at local hospitals during clinicals and this might help you in your job search later on. It would also help if you needed references I'd imagine.

11. Seattlite trying to find RN Program?

    rainydaydream replied to theedge93's topic in Washington

    There are many 2 year programs in Seattle. Shorelines, Seattle Central, North Seattle (I think), etc. If you're willing to go across the bridge there are even more program on the Eastside. Yes, applying to programs takes time and money and classes....

12. Flu shots for students

    rainydaydream replied to llg's topic in General Students

    Our school gives them to all students in the health programs free of charge.

13. Is there anyway to volunteer to keep up skills while unemployed?

    rainydaydream replied to jnmoore02's topic in New Nurse

    Look for a low-income clinic in your area -- I know there's one where I live that is run solely by volunteers, including nurses, doctors and dentists. Sometimes the Salvation Army runs these types of clinics. This might be a good way to keep at lea...

14. Scared of Microbiology ... Advice?

    rainydaydream replied to PacoUSA's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Microbiology was one of the coolest, most interesting classes I've ever taken! Be sure to study a lot. Read all of the book information, make sure you understand it, and understand how what you learn in class applies to labs. I took photos of all m...

15. Have a B.A. in non-nursing field and want to get go for MSN. Please help! (Bay Area)

    rainydaydream replied to ppa86's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I don't think most accelerated programs require direct patient care experience, but most require stellar grades in your prerequisites and maybe some volunteer experience. Have you looked at the prerequisites yet for schools?