futurebsn2b replied to DNPhopeful's topic in Doctoral
LoveNursing7 - no I am going Monday to get my physical and immunizations form done - then I should be able to register. :) anjunah - I think the minimum GPA is listed on the admissions website...I don't remember what it is but I had a 3.45 with my BS...
futurebsn2b replied to DNPhopeful's topic in Doctoral
Hey everyone - so the school called me Thursday with a clarifying question and told me they were making decisions next week. Not sure when that means we will be notified, but thought I would share the info :). Good luck to all!!!!
My program had this - we had to take test every semester to stay in too. 95% or above - two tries only. You will do great - just take your time. Good luck!!! :)
futurebsn2b replied to futurebsn2b's topic in Job Hunt
INN_777 - If you are a volunteer, then use someone you know at the hospital to get you in front of a recruiter. You would be amazed how many people are willing to help if you speak up. Ask a nurse manager or any manager to help you get 10 minutes of ...
futurebsn2b replied to futurebsn2b's topic in Job Hunt
TooProudToMention - See my previous reply to sMolsNurse, but also I contacted every hospital in the area. Surprisingly, I had one nurse recruiter tell me she only replies to people who contact her at least 3 times a week for a month...I think that is...
futurebsn2b replied to futurebsn2b's topic in Job Hunt
sMoLsNurse - started by saying (or writing - sometimes I had to email and I found email addresses by searing online for hospital x nurse recruiter) something to the effect of "I have a sincere interest of working at your hospital. I realize how comp...
As many new nurses know, the "nursing shortage" is over. It is so challenging to find a new graduate position these days in many areas of the country. I had one nurse recruiter recently tell me for every new graduate position posted, they receive 10...
Ok everyone - I am going to make this quick. Before I took my NCLEX, I too was freaking out. I get horrible test anxiety and was terrified. I did the online Kaplan class and had scores from 55-78 on the trainers. I had a zillion practice books too - ...
futurebsn2b replied to NursingLove4all's topic in General Students
I logged in tonight to see if anyone ever felt like I do - I am in an accelerated BSN program and am just overwhelmed sometimes. Classes start back up Monday but I am already anxious and have begun studying. Your post helped me realize that many peop...
futurebsn2b replied to SlaveHeart's topic in Pre-Nursing
I drive just over an hour each way - some days it is closer to 2 when the weather is bad. There are pros and cons but in my opinion it's worth it. Plus it's only for a short time in the grand scheme. Good luck!