Banner Nurse Fellows Program

Published

I interviewed for the nurse fellows program through Banner about three weeks ago and still haven't heard anything! I was talking to another girl there for an interview who said that her friend (I know, I know, don't listen to anything like this, but I can't help it!) got a call a week after her interview offering her a slot. Has anyone else interviewed and heard anything?

I don't know why I'm so freaking out about it. I'm already accepted into Mesa to start in January (I deferred) but I WANT TO GET INTO THIS!

Patiently waiting 08

Your composite sounds high, the composite score is your total score, so yes they do give points for that. If it helps, I only scored a 82 on predicting outcomes and was informed that I received points for that score, so fret not. My composite score was a mere 86, and that merited full points as well. If your score are better or match mine than you received all 8 points for the NET , and should not re-take it.

The ambiguious area of the application is the essays. I do not know how the essays are scored, though I can tell a personalized answer goes a long way in helping your application stand out. Last question is...do you hold a Bachelors? I know that Gateway Cohort is comprised largely of people holding a BS or BA.

Up Vote Up Vote ×

Hi Rachel...

Thank you so much for responding back to me. Actually I am getting ready to apply for the March 2010 cohort. I do not have a BA or BS but they do have 2 cohorts each time, one for students with a previous degree and one for the rest of us...

Regarding the scores, the 953 refers to the total score, listed in the lower right corner of the page, my composite score that is made up of Math and Reading is only a 79. I do have time to retake the test once more before the application deadline, but I just don't know if I want to go through that again...lol..

I am not worried about the essays...just not sure how much weight that darn NET test carries. My GPA is a 4.0.

Anyway, thanks a lot for your feedback.

Have a great weekend!

Up Vote Up Vote ×

patiently waiting 08-

remember they base an interview on a point system. i'm not sure what point total garners an interview, but i do know that you will get 2 points for your high gpa...though i think they just look at your math and science gpa.

the net is out of 8 points, so worst case scenario you probably will get 6/8 or so. i think that a 25 dollar and 2 hours may be worth a retake if you find out you should. it is a quick way to gain points for the interview.

your total points were higher than mine. i was a 893; though remember that total is just part of the scoring. if i were to retake it, i would study the predicting outcomes section of my book and up that score.

i would also gain some practical experience working with the public and getting some health care experience. another banner fellow student i know volunteered a year in the er at good sam. she has very little work experience but she put in the time to get familiar with a hospital setting, so she has a better idea what she is in for.

if you do not get selected for and interview, you can and should call them to get feedback. i hear they are very forthcoming with how you can improve your application. best wishes-

Up Vote Up Vote ×

meximel81-

i interviewed on august 31st and was emailied as acceptance letter by the evening of septemeber 2nd. i know one other gal who interviewed the same day and she got in as well. i have no idea whether we were the last two or if interviews are continuing. fyi i am attending the gateway program.

Up Vote Up Vote ×

I had an interview August 31st as well. I am assuming that I did not get accepted since you and another person you know interviewed on that day as well and already got acceptance emails. I have not recieved an email yet and its been almost two weeks. :( Congrats for you tho!

Up Vote Up Vote ×

CardiacPedsNurse2Be:

I am available on Friday so lets plan on then. How about at Starbucks on Bell & Grand? at say 10 am?

Up Vote Up Vote ×
Specializes in PCU/ Pediatric CVICU.

Looking forward to meeting you. I will wear a black tank top and white shorts - to make it easier to find me.

Wendy

Up Vote Up Vote ×

Sounds good I will see you then.

Melina

Up Vote Up Vote ×

Rachel

Let me know if you figure out a meet and greet :)

Kim

Up Vote Up Vote ×

AZ girl 13, they asssured us we would know either way by the end of last week. I would call and see if there was a hitch in the email notification or feedback on your interview. Best Wishes!

Up Vote Up Vote ×

attention all gateway community college october 09 students

let's meet and greet one another. i tried to choose a spot that was somewhat central for chandler, mesa , gilbert, tempe and glendale residents.

place:

[color=#0000cc]einstein bros bagels‎ - [color=#7777cc]more info »

6350 s mcclintock dr # 102, tempe, az‎ - (480) 777-2203

date: sept 17th- thursday

time: 9am ish. ‎

i thought this was a spot that was casual enough that if someone needed to bring the kids, they could.

please respond to this thread so i can get an idea if anyone is joining me!

i look forward to meeting you all!

- rachel

Up Vote Up Vote ×

AZ GIRL13--I had a late interview and my date for the interview was August 31. I found out I was accepted on Tuesday Sept.1 by email. I originally applied for the Banner program starting in March because it was past the dead line for the Oct cohort but they called and asked if I wanted to interview for EMCC Oct. cohort. ---Kelli

Up Vote Up Vote ×
+ Join the Discussion