rg42284

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1. Bedside RN to RN auditor questions

   rg42284 replied to ChristyK19's topic in Quality Improvement

   I have not been on here in a long time, but I thought I would answer your questions, as I was in your footsteps a few years ago... 1. Typically, these auditing positions prefer two credential - RN and CCS (through AHIMA). The CCS is the preferred cod...

2. AHIMA CCS

   rg42284 replied to nur18's topic in Quality Improvement

   Everyone is different, but if you follow the curriculum you'll be ok. From my experience, to fully understand each chapter, I completed all coding practices, assignments, etc.

3. AHIMA CCS

   rg42284 replied to nur18's topic in Quality Improvement

   I agree, having the CCS behind your name will go a long way in securing a job. I did the self paced program through Ed2go last year and passed the CCS exam on the firs try, so it's doable. It is self paced, you have up to a year to complete each cour...

4. RN Auditor/Coder

   rg42284 replied to Rachel2932's topic in Quality Improvement

   In order to qualify to take the CCS examination, you need to take an actual class for it; these usually take a year or so. AFAIK, there is no course on the AHIMA website that will qualify you for the CCS. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) ...

5. So excited!!!

   rg42284 replied to Hotfornursing's topic in Quality Improvement

   Congrats on the new position and good luck. I, too, was in your shoes a while back. My biggest advice is to make sure you understand what you are querying for and ensure the diagnosis will actually meet UHDDS guidelines and are clinically substantia...

6. RN Auditor/Coder

   rg42284 replied to Rachel2932's topic in Quality Improvement

   You will likely need a coding certification to be considered for an auditing position. You can 'easily' learn the rules and regulations, however recruiters will consider the ones with coding credentials, first. I actually experienced this, firsthand;...

7. Relocating to AZ, how is pay for new grad RN, BSN?

   rg42284 replied to JettaDP's topic in Arizona

   How has your experience been, thus far? How long is their orientation? Do they offer any tuition reimbursement? If so, how much? Any sign on bonus?

8. GRE Preparation

   rg42284 posted a topic in SRNA

   I'm just curious what book(s) you guys used to stufy for the GRE? How well did the book help? Any recommendations I should know about in getting ready for the GRE? Thank you.

9. Grades, Gre Scores, Experience, etc...

   rg42284 replied to malraymal's topic in SRNA

   Although I just started nursing school I have emailed quite a few CRNA schools throughout the country. The average acceptance GPA that ALL the schools gave me was at least a 3.50, but I have heard of nurses getting in with average GPA but make up for...

10. Best Way To Go About Becoming Crna

    rg42284 replied to ksc0723's topic in SRNA

    I have contacted many CRNA schools and the average GPA for acceptance varies from 3.50-3.85, and each of the school adviced me to get the best grade possible. I've read quite a few posts, where some are getting in with Good luck!

11. GRE Study TIP?

    rg42284 replied to garfieldrn's topic in SRNA

    http://www.testprepreview.com/gre_practice.htm I was referred to this site a couple months ago to help me study for my NET and found that there is a section on the GRE as well. Good luck with the GRE!

12. Ethel Bauer School of Nursing Phoenix

    rg42284 replied to rcidro's topic in Arizona

    Call the school and ask for Sandy. She is very nice, and will answer any/all of your questions.

13. Ethel Bauer School of Nursing Phoenix

    rg42284 replied to rcidro's topic in Arizona

    Yes I have. Classes start on Monday, so I'm feeling anxious already. Since you're one of the first graduates of the program, honestly, how would you rate your experience at EBSN? Regardless good luck in your nursing career.

14. Ethel Bauer School of Nursing Phoenix

    rg42284 replied to rcidro's topic in Arizona

    Ethel Bauer is in the process of getting accreditation from NLN. They just had their first class graduate, which is why they could not be accredited by NLN before. A rep. from the school told me they should have full accreditation sometime in Novembe...

15. Ethel Bauer School of Nursing Phoenix

    rg42284 replied to rcidro's topic in Arizona

    I'm sorry to bring this thread back up, but is there any news on the accreditation of EBSN? According to their website, they are ACICS accredited, but have they gotten NLN or any other accreditation(s)? What RN-BSN schools would accept graduates fro...