Has anyone graduated from their nursing program? I am finding none of the advisors know what the heck they're talking about.
They now took over Scarlet Oaks/Great Oaks LPN program. I was going to finish there and I have all of these pre-reqs to do, and have to wait until they're completed to even enroll into the LPN program, which I find out probably won't be until Novemeber of next year, and it will Late summer or 2011 when I graduate!
I was at Bohecker College and only have two terms to go until I have my LPN. I'm just nervous because I hear they're losing accrediation. Apparently I can still sit for my NCLEX and other LPN-RN programs will still recognize my license, just not classes. I'm so confused on which route to go. I definitely will NOT do the bridge at Bohecker because I want to get my BSN and will not be able to if they lose accrediation.
Anyone have any experience with C-State, or any advice in general lol:specs:
You are in - I am not competing against you - everybody has their own path to follow - by the time I take my GE classes, you will already be on the waiting list. Even if miracles happen, I would have earned it.
I talk to enough people to know that the employment outlook for new graduates
is not that kind right now even in this field...regardless of what the media and the state statistics/reports want us to believe. And I certainly hope this will change BOTH for you and me and all of us. You have age as your strongest ally, so, please, be kind to your fellow future RNs.
Some people get tired of waiting and change majors. Or transfer. Or drop out for whatever reason. GPAs get some people in trouble. It really depends. In my class, there are people that waited 6 months and some that waited 2+ years. There's no way to tell how long it will be.
At one point I was on the RN and RT waitlists at the same time. That's allowed, but once you accept placement into one program you're dropped from the other.
And I am taking the enrollment into consideration.....while it's the highest it's ever been, that doesn't mean the majority want to be a nurse. I wouldn't be surprised if they raised the minimum GPA again, just to weed out a few more people before they're even on the wait list. Cincy State's retention rate is terrible - that'll work in your favor :)
Some people get tired of waiting and change majors. Or transfer. Or drop out for whatever reason. GPAs get some people in trouble. It really depends. In my class, there are people that waited 6 months and some that waited 2+ years. There's no way to tell how long it will be.
At one point I was on the RN and RT waitlists at the same time. That's allowed, but once you accept placement into one program you're dropped from the other.
And I am taking the enrollment into consideration.....while it's the highest it's ever been, that doesn't mean the majority want to be a nurse. I wouldn't be surprised if they raised the minimum GPA again, just to weed out a few more people before they're even on the wait list. Cincy State's retention rate is terrible - that'll work in your favor :)
That's definitely true. Though, 90% of my classes seemed to be in the nursing program. Although, 1 of them did drop out and switch to DMS.
They haven't raised the minimum GPA, I wish they would. I have heard of plenty of people getting dropped from the list because they keep failing classes. Then they lose financial aid, and that's pretty much it for them.
I think the main issue with the waitlist right now is the semester transition and lack of info they are giving. Supposedly, information is going to come out during the winter. But, you know how Cstate is with doing things on time.
DIV-99 - I don't know if anyone mentioned this, but be sure to check out Rate My Professors - Find and rate your professor, campus and more - RateMyProfessors.com when you are going to schedule classes to make sure you get a good teacher. If you want any teacher recommendations, I can do that as well. I've had mostly really good and helpful teachers so far.
If you want to register online, you really need to be on the computer with everything up at 5pm, exactly. It will freeze. It always does. But classes fill up really fast. I don't suggest waiting until you can register on campus, there is always a HUGE line and many classes are filled by then. If you have a really flexible schedule, then it's probably not an issue.
Also, you can buy used books on amazon.com and textbooks.com. All of the "used" books I've gotten on those websites look brand new! And there is a forum on Blackboard called "College Community" where you can buy used books from students. I never buy new. Many teachers accept older editions. And I've never used those cards and access codes and things that came in bundles. I haven't been to the school's bookstore in a long time. Obviously if you're using financial aid, you don't have a choice, but try to not get suckered into buying the schools books, lol. I was outside of the school's bookstore last night and that line was HUGE!!!
I did hear there are more jobs out there for STNA's than for LPN's and talking to somebody who actually did go that route is tremendous help...
I was also told that hospitals do not hire any LPN's any more and from my perspective and desire to gain as much experience as I possibly can in this unknown field, it makes more sense to just go the STNA route and patiently wait...
That's true. The only hospital I've seen hire LPN's recently is the Tri Health network.
There are quite a few STNA jobs. There are less in hospitals than LTC, but there are some. Many hospitals want you to be a PCA (which is an extra course after becoming an STNA) but I know University hires CNA's and STNA's for specific departments. University gives full benefits at 20 hours (including tuition reimbursement). Mercy and Jewish hire STNA's. Can't remember if Tri Health does. Children's usually only hires PCA's.
I also didn't think the LPN route was the best. Costs more money too.
Thank you All for the information - I will check that website when the time comes...
For now, I am just very happy I tested out of Math last night...this will leave me with just Bio & Chem and STNA to take.
Have already filled my Financial Aide - might work although it goes off of 2009 income; I have to talk to the Financial Aid office next week because I will be unemployed (my heart is broken - I believe in manufacturing, unfortunately I am one of the few in the US) shortly after I start and will have to correct it.
Have an appointment with ------ next week - any insight about her will be very helpful -
and have scheduled my physical and shots etc. for the week after - it is just so hard to still work 48 h a week, keep up with a house, check homeworks (my son is in 4th grade), soccer practice, a dog (Australian shepherd who needs plenty of exercise) and a husband who works retail hours - not complaining, just trying to make it through 3 more months - I have made up my mind and will follow it.
Thank you for all your help with my doubts which route will be better - that took a load off.:redpinkhe
That's true. The only hospital I've seen hire LPN's recently is the Tri Health network.
Children's usually only hires PCA's.
Just wanted to add.....CCHMC will hire STNA's, no PCA course needed. Even better, they love nursing students! On my floor, we're going to be losing at least 6 people by January because everyone is graduating. Only downside is the Magnet status. Even as a current employee of more than a year, there's very little chance I'll get hired there as an RN.
Good luck with starting!! If you want some info on which instructors to avoid I can hook ya up. I've got a list lol
Just wanted to add.....CCHMC will hire STNA's, no PCA course needed. Even better, they love nursing students! On my floor, we're going to be losing at least 6 people by January because everyone is graduating. Only downside is the Magnet status. Even as a current employee of more than a year, there's very little chance I'll get hired there as an RN.
Good to know! Thanks for correcting me. I was always under the impression you had to be a PCA or have a year of nursing clinical experience.
Quite welcomed! I thought the same thing because CState offers a PCA course. Why? I'm not quite sure But I was hired the month my clinicals started - the STNA was enough.
I think the HR description says "STNA or nursing student with one clinical rotation in med/surg required."
And how about the bang up parking situation they've created? I am dreading tomorrow morning lol
Quite welcomed! I thought the same thing because CState offers a PCA course. Why? I'm not quite sure
And how about the bang up parking situation they've created? I am dreading tomorrow morning lol
Not sure why now either, lol! Oh wait.... for the money... lol
Oh yeah, got to love them closing down a lot! And sending emails talking about it along with calling my cell and home phone (yet they didn't call when the school closed for the water main break?? )
Thankfully I bought a parking pass when I registered. I have no desire to take a shuttle.
If you get there early enough, you shouldn't have a problem. A girl I work with said there were a few spots (in the $1 lot) around 10:30am, but she didn't have a parking pass, so she couldn't park.
I go at night and I didn't have a problem finding a spot. I didn't find it really any busier at night than it has been.
How do I get in touch with you about the instructors to avoid? I do not have 15 posts yet. I just had my meeting with my advisor and my head is spinning...I am going to have a very busy 2-4 quarters and is crucial that I have somebody who wants me to learn rather than show me how little I know.
Specializes in Acute Ortho/Neuro, Hospice, Skilled/LTC.
The only LPN jobs I've seen advertised for TriHealth: a few at Hospice of Cincinnati and a few at doctor's medical practice. Nothing at BNorth or Good Sam.
Here's the thing about instructors - once you're in the clinical rotation (3rd term and up) you have zero choice about it. The school does your scheduling, and you really won't be sure who's teaching it until you show up. On the flipside, you're in total control of your prereqs.
Um....no clue how to get around the 15 post requirements other than posting more
CCHMC has LPN positions in adolescent clinic and home health but not often. University uses LPNs also, but you've gotta keep looking for them. Drake uses LPNs all over, but.....it's not the best environment to be in right now. Lots of job insecurity (collapse of the Health Alliance didn't help matters at all), which sucks because they do awesome things at that place.
But I was hired the month my clinicals started - the STNA was enough.
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You are in - I am not competing against you - everybody has their own path to follow - by the time I take my GE classes, you will already be on the waiting list. Even if miracles happen, I would have earned it.
I talk to enough people to know that the employment outlook for new graduates
is not that kind right now even in this field...regardless of what the media and the state statistics/reports want us to believe. And I certainly hope this will change BOTH for you and me and all of us. You have age as your strongest ally, so, please, be kind to your fellow future RNs.