QuietRiot replied to Dominique1006's topic in Illinois
I had a 3.8GPA, a 110 on the Accuplacer (I believe they only require a 75) and only one outstanding prerequisite at the time of application. However, I turned down my seat and decided to prepare for medical school instead. Good Luck!!!
QuietRiot replied to nurselyfe4115's topic in General Nursing
I don't think there is a myth that PA's can do more, if anything there's a myth that PA's are inferior to NP'S...Which seems to be perpetuated by some arrogant nurses.
QuietRiot replied to Dominique1006's topic in Illinois
The only prereq I have to complete is English 2. I am actually happy I was selected for the Spring and not Fall, as this will give me time to put some things in perspective.
Fair? Is what you pay to ride a bus. I don't expect fairness from profit-driven corporations and seeking such is why a lot of nurses are in the position that they're in. Furthermore, I've never worked a job because I needed to, so I don't fear being...
You don't need a union to negotiate, bargain or to ask for what you want. He may not get it, or he just may :) either the way, you don't know until you ask.
It's your career, your life and the decisions you make should be about YOU. Nursing is a business! Hospitals, nursing homes, etc will always look out for their best interests and you should look out for yours as well. Some people will say it's unfair...