Grand Canyon RN-BSN

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Is there any updated information? I have been in heavy contact with them and am looking at taking their RN-BSN program. I work with a GCU grad and she has nothing but positive things to say, but I want more opinions. ?

Any pro's and cons? Thankfully the only class I'm missing is stats and that is offered in the actual BSN program. I'm a bit nervous as my algebra skills are way old. If anyone took this class, do you have any advice?

Specializes in Certified Med/Surg tele, and other stuff.
I'm in week 3 of capstone, I concluded that this class should be a 6 or 7 week class. At the very least, the advisors need to do a better job preparing students for what they're going to face once in the class. Thanks to this forum, I was able to flip week 1 and 2, I took PrismRn's advice. I still don't see how I'm going to put this all together in the end and make it all fit. Thank You all for getting me through this program, I sincerely mean that. I couldn't envision this 18 months ago, then I found you all and I'm here and pushing through.

Print all your papers out, grab a pen and start editing. It was the only thing that worked for me. I needed to get a visual flow.

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Specializes in Case Management.
I was looking at this truck as well (except a Diesel)l!! I am a Dodge guy to the end. Decided that even though I need a truck right now it is more important to have an economical car to go back and forth to work. Waiting for the 2016 Dodge Darts to come out. Going to order one with everything!!!

I think that getting a truck is great! What ever you want cause you work for it!!!! The scooter is a nice choice as well though.... No air conditioning though, considering the region you live this might be a necessary addition... :yes:

Love my Dodge Diesel, 2005 I will drive it until it dies. Although I did learn the hard way not to down shift in tow with a heavy load, yup yanked 2nd gear right out, but we stopped straight!

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Specializes in ICU/ Surgery/ Nursing Education.

Trends starts tomorrow and I am still tired. Didn't help to take a couple weeks off and work overtime the entire time!! Paycheck nice, feet hurt! Have to pay for the car I bought last weekend!!!! End of model year discounts are amazing!!! I no longer have to actively worry about breaking down on the way to work!!!!

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Trends starts tomorrow and I am still tired. Didn't help to take a couple weeks off and work overtime the entire time!! Paycheck nice, feet hurt! Have to pay for the car I bought last weekend!!!! End of model year discounts are amazing!!! I no longer have to actively worry about breaking down on the way to work!!!!

A pretty straight forward class....Enjoy

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Specializes in school nursing; pediatrics.

So far, I have only taken one break and I am undecided as to whether breaks are good or bad. Of course, I loved having my weekends back and not having to slave over the dreaded assignment due on Sundays! But then having that two weeks off just made it even harder to get back into doing the work again...

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I took a few breaks, longest was nearly 6 months! And yep, it was difficult to start back up again

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Specializes in Certified Med/Surg tele, and other stuff.

I took two, two week breaks because I wanted certain instructors. Otherwise, I powered through until my brain went numb.

As I look back, I can't even imagine how I did it.

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I took a week off every 3rd class, it was just enough to give me a break but not be disconnected completely. Last week of Capstone, I plan on turning my paper in no later than Friday, even if the grade for my last two papers aren't posted. I'm up now editing the ones I've gotten back so far, thanks to your advice. I couldn't grasp the idea of putting it all together.

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I didn't take any breaks and finished this program in exactly 1 year! Had I known the future, I wouldn't have rushed so much. The position at work I want to apply for has not posted yet and for some unknown reason there is a delay. Oh well, I'm just glad to say that I am finished with that chapter of my life!

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I keep thinking I have a paper due, lol

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Specializes in school nursing; pediatrics.
I keep thinking I have a paper due, lol

I am sure that one of us will gladly let you write one of ours or forward a CLC power point that you can whip into shape!

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I am sure that one of us will gladly let you write one of ours or forward a CLC power point that you can whip into shape!

Didn't say I missed it!!!!

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