Gulf Coastie

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1. How long will this last?

   Gulf Coastie replied to want2banurse35's topic in General Nursing

   This has been a big question of mine when considering a change of careers. I would like to go into nursing and have two options -- a one year accelerated program or a two year regular BSN program. The two year program may end up being cheaper for m...

2. USM Gulf Coast

   Gulf Coastie replied to Nurse2BSherry's topic in Mississippi

   I was wondering the same thing. Thanks for your response! Can you elaborate on the MS State Nurses Grant? Is that like what the state offers teachers? Free tuition if you go work in under-served area?

3. MGCCC A/P I,II and Micro

   Gulf Coastie replied to usagirl's topic in Mississippi

   I'm signing up for the 8 week A & P courses (night classes) at Jeff Davis for the spring. One of the teachers at JD was recommended to me but I can't name names on the forum. Sorry I can't tell you more. When I get the privilege of PM I'll m...

4. MGCCC A/P I,II and Micro

   Gulf Coastie replied to usagirl's topic in Mississippi

   I tried to PM you but I don't have the "experience" for that function. And I can't respond with specifics on this thread (for completely understandable reasons that I did not think of when I initially replied). What MGCCC campus will you be attendin...

5. Want the real scoop on new grad pay in Mississippi?

   Gulf Coastie replied to manna's topic in Mississippi

   I think a lot has to do with cost of living in Conn vs Miss. Check out a cost of living comparison calculator online. I looked at http://www.bankrate.com/calculators/savings/moving-cost-of-living-calculator.aspx And a search of Norwalk, Ct Vs. Jac...

6. University of South Alabama Accelerated Nursing Program

   Gulf Coastie replied to lana2010's topic in Alabama

   Yeah the only benefit to USM is that they have a campus on the coast were my hubbie is. I'm not looking forward to being away for a year or more but I think it will help me stay focused on school. I've heard good things about MC as well. Good luc...

7. University of South Alabama Accelerated Nursing Program

   Gulf Coastie replied to lana2010's topic in Alabama

   I am planning on attending either USA or USM (Southern Miss) for an ABSN or traditional BSN. My first choice is USA beacuase a) its a shorter amount of time to be out of work, b) I'm only lacking only two of the pre-rec's for USA versus 5 for USM. ...

8. University of South Alabama Accelerated Nursing Program

   Gulf Coastie replied to lana2010's topic in Alabama

   I appreciate your input. I had considered the PA program but I feel that nursing is the right place for me. I look forward to going the extra mile for my patients and giving them a fond memory of the care they received. I don't feel that I would h...

9. University of South Alabama Accelerated Nursing Program

   Gulf Coastie replied to lana2010's topic in Alabama

   Hey! Congrats on your acceptance(s)!! I'm considering the accelerated program and was wondering if you felt it was very difficult to get into? I have a B.S. in Microbiology with an overall GPA of 3.0 and a 3.36 on the pre-reqs. I've taken sever...

10. Mississippi nurses roll call!!! (be known)

    Gulf Coastie replied to 1BlessedRN's topic in Mississippi

    I'm on the coast and considering a career change to nursing. I already have a B.S. in Microbiology from another state university and I'm currently working in a non-health care field. How was the USM - Gulf Park experience? I've heard mixed reviews ...