OBXLovr

OBXLovr has 1 years experience and specializes in Newborn Critical Care.

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1. New Grad dilema

   OBXLovr replied to New2ERNursing's topic in Emergency

   Have you thought about maybe trying to shadow at the smaller hospital closer to your home? It would be a shame if you left your current job and then realized after the fact that what you really want is a big ER experience. At least then you'll be a...

2. failed nclex, what DIDN'T you do the 1st time?

   OBXLovr replied to nurse1219's topic in NCLEX

   I did the Hurst Review to study for the NCLEX - Marlene Hurst is the best and her program is awesome. It refreshes you on the topics covered on the test while teaching the critical thinking skills you'll need to apply your knowledge. Marlene really...

3. ECU MSN-AE Program 2008

   OBXLovr replied to Enzo10's topic in North Carolina

   Yes, you get paid the same RN salary as any other new graduate when you begin working full-time. The program doesn't have anything to do with that. After completing Phase I it is your responsibility to apply to hospital postings in your area, inter...

4. ECU MSN-AE Program 2008

   OBXLovr replied to Enzo10's topic in North Carolina

   Hi cdcd, I am currently in Phase I of the program and thought I might be able to shed some light on your questions... Yes, the MSN portion of the program (Phase II) requires 1 year of RN experience before starting any specialty classes. The way the ...

5. Duke Admissions Process

   OBXLovr replied to austin215's topic in General Students

   Spygirl - that is great, what is your number now? Suhija - I tried sending you a PM but it told me that you have "exceeded the stored private messages quota and can not accept further messages until space is cleared". Delete some stuff and then I'll...

6. ECU Alternate Entry MSN Program Fall 2008

   OBXLovr replied to OBXLovr's topic in Post Graduate

   Enzo - I am definitely interested in scoping out some apartments with you guys! I think it would be really great to share an apartment with someone/a few others from the program and think it would be good to meet and see if it is something that migh...

7. Duke Admissions Process

   OBXLovr replied to austin215's topic in General Students

   Everyone's moving up the list b/c I AM IN! :) I have been accepted to a direct-entry masters program too so now I have some decision-making to do!

8. ECU Alternate Entry MSN Program Fall 2008

   OBXLovr replied to OBXLovr's topic in Post Graduate

   I officially accepted at ECU today! I can't wait to meet you all! I talked to Erin today and she said that they are working to get something set up on their exchange website where the AE students can log in and meet their classmates, find roommates...

9. Duke Admissions Process

   OBXLovr replied to austin215's topic in General Students

   For everyone who is still waiting... I talked to Melissa yesterday and she said they haven't taken anyone from the waitlist since last Monday. I am still #2 in the running.

10. Duke Admissions Process

    OBXLovr replied to austin215's topic in General Students

    As of Monday I was #2 on the list, but I haven't heard anything since then. Let me know if you find out anything new from Melissa!

11. ECU Alternate Entry MSN Program Fall 2008

    OBXLovr replied to OBXLovr's topic in Post Graduate

    Enzo- Hope you had a great Easter! Thanks so much for your thoughts. I'm kinda thinking along the same lines as you are about the whole situation. I don't have too much first hand knowledge of RN work, but I've talked a lot with friends/family who...

12. ECU Alternate Entry MSN Program Fall 2008

    OBXLovr replied to OBXLovr's topic in Post Graduate

    Enzo - You were correct about the CRNA program for AEMSN students. I talked to Dr. Schreier about it and she said that in order for an AE student to enter the CRNA program they must first complete the MSN in Clinical Nurse Specialist with a focus on...

13. Duke Admissions Process

    OBXLovr replied to austin215's topic in General Students

    I just got an update from Melissa around 8am today that I am #2 on the list, so congrats austin! I hope to be joining you in the "accepted" group soon!

14. Duke Admissions Process

    OBXLovr replied to austin215's topic in General Students

    Hey all- Just wanted to let you know that Melissa is out of the office today and so we won't be hearing anything until at least Monday. Have a good Easter holiday!

15. Duke Admissions Process

    OBXLovr replied to austin215's topic in General Students

    I know what you mean! This whole waiting thing is the pits!