Protongirl

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1. Need advice on nursing programs

   Protongirl replied to lawly's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Unfortunately I no longer have my spreadsheet (hard-drive crash). But the AACN list of programs is a good place to start and the process of researching really helped me to make an informed decision. I will share a few opinions on things you mentioned...

2. Drug testing to get into the nursing program

   Protongirl replied to redneckprincess23's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I think the more you can get ahead of the potential problem, the better. As everyone said, check your school's policy (I would use email so you have a paper trail) and definitely bring your prescription numbers to the drug test and disclose. That w...

3. Med Term online or lecture

   Protongirl replied to heavenbound's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Although it wasn't required, I took med term in person the summer before I began my nursing program. I kicked myself as I sat in class until 9:30 at night, but once I began the nursing program I was so thankful that I had! I would highly, highly re...

4. Am I nursing school material??

   Protongirl replied to AL1992's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Just as a word of warning, although UCSF doesn't require very many prerequisites, it is virtually impossible to get in without significant clinical experience (preferably paid). Also, I would really question putting all my eggs in one basket - especi...

5. Have you toured your school's lab?

   Protongirl replied to Diane in Ohio's topic in Pre-Nursing

   i have two types of labs: the mock units like you described and simulation labs. mock units - i would ask how many anatomical models they have for each skill. often you are going to have 50 or 60 students at a time practicing a skill, so if there ar...

6. BSN: 55K for 1 year vs. 4K for 2 years

   Protongirl replied to guest_57352's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Here are some factors that I found helpful when I was struggling with the same type of dilemma: NCLEX pass and attrition rates - I think it is crucial to consider both of these stats. You want a school that is going to prepare you to become a practic...

7. admission to 2nd degree/acelerated BSN programs

   Protongirl replied to blb5103's topic in Pre-Nursing

   In my experience private universities are very holistic in their applicant review. They seem more likely to consider non-academic variables, such as life experience, obstacles that have been overcome, and (most importantly) the applicants understandi...

8. Need advice on nursing programs

   Protongirl replied to lawly's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I found that AACN was the best resource for finding programs. Here is a link to their list of accelerated programs, they also have lists of traditional BSN and Masters Entry programs. http://www.aacn.nche.edu/Education/pdf/APLIST.PDF Typically, any ...

9. Question about applying to Accelerated BS/MSN programs

   Protongirl replied to Dubcee's topic in Pre-Nursing

   In my experience private universities such as Yale, Hopkins, or Vandy tend to look at applicants much more holistically - taking into consideration factors such as work, socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds, first-generation college students,...

10. Johns Hopkins University BSN/MSN Fall 2011

    Protongirl replied to jngnurse's topic in Post Graduate

    No worries! It's not a big deal. As for money - save as much as you can, look for any scholarships, hope for a decent grant, and resign yourself to taking out copious loans. You'll find a way - but it is stressful. I'm still trying to figure out how...

11. Johns Hopkins University BSN/MSN Fall 2011

    Protongirl replied to jngnurse's topic in Post Graduate

    Congratulations! Baltimore is the epitome of a renter's market. And most of the rowhouses are 3+ bedrooms. Once the regular decision applicants are accepted and it gets closer, there will be a mad rush of folks looking for roommates. I was early dec...

12. Johns Hopkins University BSN/MSN Fall 2011

    Protongirl replied to jngnurse's topic in Post Graduate

    When I applied, one of my resumes went over by about 20-30 words and I was accepted. However, if it obviously exceeds the limit by a significant amount they view it as an indication of your ability to follow directions. And if you are accepted, they...

13. Johns Hopkins University BSN/MSN Fall 2011

    Protongirl replied to jngnurse's topic in Post Graduate

    Wow - that is quite a load to take over the summer! Just remember that having prereqs completed prior to applying is only of value if you have solid grades in them. If you pile on too many hardcore classes and then don't do well in one or two of them...

14. Johns Hopins Accelerated BSN

    Protongirl replied to GoalsInTransition's topic in Maryland

    Congratulations! There is a Facebook group that has tons of information, including a recap of everything we learned at Accepted Students Day. I'm sure it would help catch you up, should check it out: Johns Hopkins University *Accelerated Nursing Cla...

15. Johns Hopins Accelerated BSN

    Protongirl replied to GoalsInTransition's topic in Maryland

    Hi there Pasitch! I think some of us are still keeping an eye on these threads, but you can also join us on Facebook too: John Hopkins University *Traditional Nursing Class of 2012*! There is also one for the accelerated class: Johns Hopkins Univer...