madden52

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  1. UF Accelerated BSN - May 2010 Applicants

    Hey all, Congrats to everyone who got in! I just found out I got in as well, and I'm really excited for this fall! Is anyone planning on making a facebook group?
  2. UF Accelerated BSN - May 2010 Applicants

    By the way all, The person said they will "hopefully" be sent out no later than next Wednesday, which still leaves the possibility that it could be a little longer, so don't be surprised if it does end up being a lil longer.
  3. UF Accelerated BSN - May 2010 Applicants

    Hey, ya twodollarbills, I believe that was a misunderstanding. I actually went to the office today and spoke with a knowledgeable person, and they said letters will be mailed out by Wednesday of next week.
  4. UF Accelerated BSN - May 2010 Applicants

    Hey Shaunna, Im waiting to hear back from UF (crossing fingers I get in), and I saw on this post that you are in the program right now. Do you think it is possible to hold a part-time job, even though they discourage having one? Also, what was your c...
  5. Gender in the Workplace

    As a future nursing student, I am a bit concerned with the possibilities of sexist remarks, sexual harrassment in health care facilities towards nurses, or any health care professionals. I understand this is bound to happen, but at what frequency are...
  6. I am curious as to what the pros/cons to working the night shift in hospitals/health care facilities are. ive heard that cnas, for example, make more making evening shift? any info would be helpful.
  7. I am planning on applying to nursing school in the future and was wondering if it would be better to have experience as a CNA or medical assistant, or are both good forms of experience? thank you.
  8. Hi all, I was wondering what it is like learning in Clinical Simulation Nursing Labs. Do most nursing schools have them? also, how many students are usually assigned to dummies for practicing (if applicable). do a lot of schools let you go in after c...
  9. Hi All, I am a pre-nursing student and not too long ago I was speaking with a cardiologist about the role of nurse anesthetists in the health care system. I realize that they currently make a very good income because of the skill needed to monitor th...
  10. Nursing Research Experience??

    Dear All, I am planning on getting my second degree in nursing, and intend on pursuing research/teaching. how would an accelerated student go about getting experience when applying for msn/PhD programs? are there electives available in nursing school...
  11. Is anyone that is reading this post familiar with Creighton University's Accelerated BSN program? What is like (lab equipment-ie teaching dummies, lecturers, clinicals, etc.) and is it really worth the $40,000? thanks for the info!
  12. Hi All, I was curious-- What is it like being an Infectious Disease ARNP (schooling, work schedule), and what sort of duties does it entail? Thanks!
  13. Does anyone know what the cheapest, best BSN programs in the nation are today (in regards to either accelerated bsn programs or regular BSN programs)? Thank you :)
  14. Accelerated BSN Alternatives

    Dear All, I am in the process of applying to a handful of second-degree accelerated bsn programs. currently i am finishing up the prereqs (which include classes like develop. psych, soc, microbio, anat, etc.) In an effort to play it safe, I was wonde...
  15. Swine Flu Scare for Nurses

    Dear All, While the advent of flu season draws nearer, I am becoming increasingly concerned with the possibility of getting swine flu (or even worse, a more lethal mutated form of it )from contact with patients when I begin nursing school clinicals. ...