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Just hit 'submit' on the last bit of required documentation. Six years ago, the highest degree in nursing that I held was an AAS. Today, I am MeanMaryJean, DNP.... Read More

  1. by xoemmylouox
    Feb 26, '16
    Joined: Feb '08; Posts: 3,235; Likes: 7,043
    Wow.. I'm beyond impressed! How on Earth do you accomplish so much in only 6 years. I'm exhausted just thinking about it. Congrats to you. You are indeed a superstar!
  2. by SororAKS
    Feb 27, '16
    Specialty: 12 year(s) of experience in ER, ICU/CCU, Open Heart OR Recovery, Etc ; From: US ; Joined: Oct '15; Posts: 730; Likes: 1,636
    Most excellent!!!!!!!!
  3. by meanmaryjean
    Feb 27, '16
    Joined: Jun '11; Posts: 7,623; Likes: 28,540
    Here's my timeline (your mileage may vary).

    March, 2010 - My 55th birthday. I held an AAS, a BS in Liberal Arts (don't judge), and decided I could turn 58 with OR without that BSN. Started looking for schools.
    September, 2010 - enrolled in the RN-to-BSN program at WGU.
    February, 2011 - Completed BSN
    May, 2011 - enrolled in MSN Ed at WGU
    April, 2012 - Completed MSN
    March, 2015 - enrolled in 1 year, intensive DNP program at Touro Nevada, which i just completed.

    Here's the best part: Total out of pocket to me (minus $3500 tuition reimbursement and $9000 scholarships) = $10,500!

    Next best part: I'm still 60 (for three more weeks)
  4. by sandboc71
    Feb 27, '16
    Joined: Feb '16; Posts: 13; Likes: 2
    Awesome!!! Congrats
  5. by cori_
    Mar 2, '16
    Joined: Jan '16; Posts: 39; Likes: 22
    Congratulations!!!!! Way to go, Doc! You're embarking on a new journey and more fun. Yay!

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