miswend78

miswend78 has 10 years experience.

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1. Once again.....I'm a "nurse".....

   miswend78 replied to cherrybreeze's topic in Professionalism

   I am a MA, but recently became a RN........there is a HUGE difference. If I thought I was a nurse, I wouldn't have gone back to school to become one! I know exactly what you're saying. When I was working as a MA (Certified.....not registered!) I neve...

2. Milwaukee Area Technical College- Questions for LPNS and RNS

   miswend78 replied to Crystal in Milwaukee's topic in Wisconsin

   MATC has a GREAT program! I'm going into 4th semester next week and wouldn't have changed a thing. Don't go to Bryant & Stratton. They don't set their standards high and you only have to pass with a 70%. Most, if not all employers will hire an AD...

3. Pearson Vue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 2

   miswend78 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX

   I took my NCLEX-PN 6/25/2011 and got the "good pop up." Checked my passing status 48 hours later on the Pearson website and passed! I was skeptical at first, but it did work. I will definitely use this trick when I take my NCLEX-RN next year. Good l...

4. MATC (Milwaukee) 3rd Semester Opinions Needed

   miswend78 posted a topic in Wisconsin

   Is there anyone out there who has completed their 3rd semester of the ADN program at MATC? I'm finishing up 2nd semester and looking into classes for next semester....I was told that 3rd semester is the hardest and it's difficult to get through on a ...

5. MATC (Milwaukee) RN Students

   miswend78 replied to miswend78's topic in Wisconsin

   I got in on my 3rd petition, but I've heard alot of students get in on their 2nd. I was getting very discouraged and looked into other colleges, but it's the same everywhere. Many of the RN's I work with have told me that MATC has a great program, de...

6. MATC-Milwaukee NCLEX pass rate?

   miswend78 replied to MilwaukeeRNstu's topic in Wisconsin

   I have finally gotten accepted to start my core classes in fall!! Any advice for semester 1? I've been out of school for a year and a half during the petition process.....I'm excited to get started again, but nervous too!

7. MATC (Milwaukee) RN Petition

   miswend78 replied to miswend78's topic in Wisconsin

   FINALLY got accepted! Start core classes in Fall!! I'm SO excited. I guess good things come to those who wait. My time is here!

8. MATC (Milwaukee) RN Students

   miswend78 replied to miswend78's topic in Wisconsin

   I heard there is a rather long waiting list, but it's definitely worth looking into! I'll give it some thought! Thanks for your help! It's nice to see somebody my age going through the same things I am.........I always felt like I was too old for thi...

9. MATC (Milwaukee) RN Students

   miswend78 replied to miswend78's topic in Wisconsin

   I have not looked into WCTC yet. Is that where you go? I met with a counselor @ Bryant & Stratton tonight, but they are over $7000/semester. Too expensive for me at this point. I'm trying to be patient with MATC, but I lose more and more hope eve...

10. Bryant Stratton questions

    miswend78 replied to meganm's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your response. I have a meeting with a counselor tomorrow night and found out that the program is now nationally accredited. Thanks so much for your input!

11. Bryant Stratton questions

    miswend78 replied to meganm's topic in General Nursing

    I'm currently trying to get into the MATC RN program. I've petitioned twice now for my core classes, and didn't get in. I have always gotten good grades and passed my NLN with passing colors. Counselor's say placement is based on a lottery. How fair ...

12. MATC (Milwaukee) RN Students

    miswend78 replied to miswend78's topic in Wisconsin

    Well, my 2nd petition is a no-go! Now considering looking into different schools. :thnkg:

13. MATC (Milwaukee) RN Students

    miswend78 posted a topic in Wisconsin

    Hello! I just submitted my @ MATC for the 2nd time, and PRAYING that I get in this time!! Just out of curiosity, to those who have petitioned in the past and have been accepted, how many times did you petition before you got in? Thanks in advance to ...

14. MATC (Milwaukee) RN Petition

    miswend78 replied to miswend78's topic in Wisconsin

    I have to petition again next month....it will be my 2nd time. Let's hope for the best!!

15. MATC petition process for Jan 09 students

    miswend78 replied to craigm's topic in Wisconsin

    I'm not planning on changing schools. Stritch, Alverno........they're way to expensive. It's great to hear that someone else did just what I want to do. So you got in on your second petition? That gives me some hope!! They suggested I do the LPN prog...