busybeeSN

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1. 4.0 Student...Didn't get in

   busybeeSN replied to busybeeSN's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I'm not trying to use a scapegoat. I think, for all professional endeavors in my life, I will have to learn to come off as more confident and assertive. It's not just my looks, it's how I come off.

2. 4.0 Student...Didn't get in

   busybeeSN replied to busybeeSN's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I spoke with another student, who is in the program, and she is under the impression that the interview is the deciding factor. So basically grades and work experience get you to the interview and then they base the decision from the interview alone....

3. 4.0 Student...Didn't get in

   busybeeSN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   I'm pretty sad. I have worked my butt off. I have two young boys, I work as a CNA and I have a 4.0 GPA. I did well on my entrance exam. The program I applied to is competitive but not extremely competitive. I felt like the interview went ok except fo...

4. I'm a Man, Can I be Successful as An OB Nurse

   busybeeSN replied to AlmostANurse321's topic in Ob/Gyn

   One of my favorite nurses when I gave birth was male. I'm sure you can do it.

5. Thinking of Switching to Nursing from Finance

   busybeeSN replied to Eileenrey's topic in General Students

   I'm getting my BSN but I have also been taking prereqs to apply for the MBA program at my school. I feel like that opens a lot of doors for growing in healthcare or another avenue if I choose. I could never do any type of accounting full time, no tha...

6. I GOT IN!

   busybeeSN replied to alexisbj's topic in General Students

   Yay good for you! I'm still in the process of getting in to the school I applied for, I have an interview and then we don't find out till around Thanksgiving! Ug sooo long to wait. I'm sure you'll do great!

7. quitting school, pls help.

   busybeeSN replied to mrsmarah's topic in General Students

   It's not what you want to hear but finish your ASN and then move onto a bachelors in something else.

8. Do grades mean much?

   busybeeSN replied to Zooey72's topic in General Students

   It makes a difference if you're planning on attending grad school or applying for scholarships.. Other than that, as long as you're passing, it only matters to the individual.

9. Is it bad that I can't work holidays?

   busybeeSN replied to alieu4's topic in General Students

   That's usually something that should be said during the interview process. But, I have worked with students who went home during school breaks.

10. Having a pathetically hard time with A&P--Need advice

    busybeeSN replied to anilechim's topic in Pre-Nursing

    khanacademy.com has great videos on everything.

11. Admissions competition gets us wound up tight!

    busybeeSN replied to TuesdaysChild's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Ug I hated Stats, I still managed an A but by the skin of my teeth. I did so well in Algebra I thought it would be a breeze. Good job on getting that A!

12. racist patients

    busybeeSN replied to Rn 1979's topic in Relations

    Just don't worry about it. You're there to give the best care you can. People come from all walks of life and some have different ideas about things. Don't let it bother you, it's there loss. They're the ones who have to deal with living a life with ...

13. Financial Aid and $165,000.00 debt

    busybeeSN replied to Den1978's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I'm sorry that just sounds like too much debt, my head is spinning. Can you file for bankruptcy on some of it? The private loans? I just can't comprehend paying that much for an undergraduate degree. Definitely go to a community college or somewhere ...

14. divorce while in nursing school

    busybeeSN replied to nursingstudent65's topic in General Students

    Talk to a lawyer, you may be able to keep the home and get alimony, especially because he has cheated. See if you can get proof and get him out of the house so you can focus on yourself and school. If you can't do these things separate emotionally fr...

15. Interview attire

    busybeeSN replied to kataraang's topic in Job Hunt

    Bring scrubs along with you.