I am a career changer who is going into nursing and have been accepted into two ABSN programs recently. As per the title, one is in NYC, which is where I am from, and one is in WI.

I am interested in further education such as going to a DNP program maybe in the future. I know you generally need ICU experience for that, so I would like to work in a critical care unit either as a new grad or after a year of working at a different unit.

I have heard about how horrendous the job market is for nurses in NYC, and I am worried about not being to find a job after graduating. I am also worried about potentially not getting an ICU role even after many years at another unit.

Therefore, I am trying to see if going out of state for my ABSN and working there afterwards may align better with my goals, but I also do not have a great idea of how saturated the market is in WI.

If anyone has any insight, I would love to hear it! The NYC is a little cheaper, but I have support systems at both places

1. Is it hard to get it in? I already dismissed "Top Five" universities as they do not accept second-degree course takers, so I'm going with smaller schools (like Medici De Makati, FEU etc). How did you prepare for CETs?

2. Can I find a job without experience? I scrolled through reddit and there were posts of people finding a job in The Middle East or Singapore right out of college. I don't really want to work in my country as conditions here are bad (Russia)

1. What is the hardest part about nursing school or being a nurse?

2. What skills are most important for nurses?

3. How is AI affecting healthcare and nursing today?

4. What advice would you give to future nursing students?

5. Would you recommend nursing as a career and why?

I recently got accepted into the BSN program at Inter American University of Puerto Rico, and I currently reside in California. I actually found out about the program through ATTY on TikTok, and after doing research, I kept hearing how affordable and flexible the program is compared to many nursing schools here in California.

I would love to hear from any alumni, current RN students, or anyone attending Inter American University. How has your experience been so far? How are the classes, clinicals, professors, and support for California students? Also, how was the process with traveling for labs/clinicals?

Please comment below and share your honest experience, advice, tips, or anything you wish you knew before starting. I'm sure this information would help many future students too!

Thank you in advance! ❤️

I just have 11 questions questions to ask mainly on personal experiences and views nursing leadership in today's healthcare systems; I can email the questions. The interview I had planned fell through so I appreciate any help with this. Thank you in advance 😄

I am graduating next year with an ASN and will be deciding where I want to further my degree with an RN to BSN program. I go to a state college and we have an accredited RN to BSN program, but I am wondering for the future whether NP programs give a look at where your BSN came from? I don't know what kind of NP or graduate school I will want to pursue just yet, but I don't want to have any doors closed on me. Would it put me at a disadvantage to have a state college BSN vs. a university BSN or does that not matter in the slightest?

Thanks!

I've been accepted to a couple absn programs out of state. They are accredited. They claim they have students come back to California with no issue. However, when looking at the requirements I see that California requires 18 clinical credits. These programs have 15-16. 

so what's the answer? Does California actually require 18 for out of state schools? Is this program lying to me about people transferring back to California without issue? 

im just really concerned about paying for these programs and being stuck there. 

thank you

I am in 3/4 semesters into nursing school. I'm currently struggling with OB and need an 81 or above in the next exam to pass the class. Do you think it's possible to pass the class? Also,do you have any study tips or suggestions? Thank you so much for your support ! I would appreciate any feedback. 

I am currently enrolled in a well-known Texas Family Nurse Practitioner program and am exploring the possibility of transferring to a program that provides structured clinical placement support.

I am located in the DFW metroplex and have encountered significant challenges securing preceptors without paying out-of-pocket. I am nearly finished with the didactic portion of my program, and my clinical rotations are scheduled to begin this Summer.

I recently spoke with Baylor and learned that they are unable to consider my application due to my Bachelor of Science in Nursing being completed through Western Governors University. I earned my Associate Degree in Nursing from a local community college, where I was valedictorian, and I currently maintain a 4.0 GPA in my current program.

I am looking for recommendations for FNP or Doctor of Nursing Practice programs that:
• Assist with clinical placements
• Accept Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees from Western Governors University
• Have a strong reputation and support system for students

Any insight or personal experience would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

I'm a nursing student currently doing my clinical placement and I'm struggling with something specific – I'm hoping to get some tips from people who've been through it.

My problem is conceptual thinking. I know the theory (salutogenesis, validation, Kitwood, biographical work etc.) but when I'm actually on the ward I can't connect it to what I'm doing in the moment. I think too abstractly and struggle to come up with concrete examples on the spot.

My placement is assessed through observation in daily practice – so I need to show my theoretical knowledge through how I act and reflect, not through an exam.

How did you train yourself to think from practice FIRST and theory second? Any tips for bridging that gap in the moment?

Thanks ?

I was just making a post to see if any nurse has connections or availability to do mental health preceptorship in the Bay Area? I am currently in a ELMSN program 4/6 semesters and trying to plan ahead. I can also can go as far as Sacramento if there is availability. Please message me or reply directly to this forum if you have any availability.

Thank you,

Ian Neves

During my first-year placement, I was administering medication to an elderly patient. The medication had been prepared and checked by the nurse in charge. All medicines were initially placed in one pot; however, the nurse then realised that one medication needed to be administered later at 10:00am. She separated this medication into another pot and placed it in the patient's cupboard near the bedside, without locking it. She informed the patient that this medication should be taken at 10:00am.

I was present during this interaction. I confirmed the patient's full name and date of birth before administering the earlier medications. The patient had full capacity and demonstrated good knowledge of her medications. I had been allocated to this bay several times previously and was familiar with the patient.

At 10:00am, the patient reminded me that she had medication due at that time. As the medication had already been prepared and checked by the registered nurse, and it had been kept in the cupboard in front of both of us, I believed it was appropriate to administer it. I did not seek further confirmation from the nurse before giving the medication. was that my mistake huge or it can be reflected as pt has no harm?

We're supposed to find cases that relate to the classes under the domains (e.g. Domain 4 - Class 1. Sleep/rest) and then explain why they fit in that category.

Is there anyone who has done something similar? I'm so lost about this.

Hope someone can help :(

What cities did you guys apply for?