yogamom

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1. I am an OB Nurse :)

   yogamom replied to nurseygurlie's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Congrats!!!! That's my dream job! Did you do an immersion year there or an internship? If you have any tips on how you landed such an amazing first gig, please share! Congrats again!

2. COMMUTING TO OHSU

   yogamom replied to ArtOHSU's topic in Oregon

   Hi Art, I don't commute from Salem but I am a current student there. I don't think anyone from my cohort commutes from Salem either, but I'm sure in one of the classes someone does!! My advice to you would be to call the School of Nursing and ask if...

3. Is OB nursing too competitive to consider?

   yogamom posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

   I have a few questions for experienced OB nurses and was hoping someone would be willing to share their thoughts with a nursing student! I went into nursing school with the full intention of becoming an OB nurse. Once I started school, I saw that no...

4. Applicants to Portland area schools 2011

   yogamom replied to Ginnym1981's topic in Oregon

   You're welcome! It sounds like you're in a really good position right now! Nothing to do now but cross your fingers and wait (so much easier said than done). As far as acceptance goes, it varies from year to year depending on how many applications...

5. Applicants to Portland area schools 2011

   yogamom replied to Ginnym1981's topic in Oregon

   kmdguy, I've been exactly where you are and I know that this part, the waiting for answers after you submit your apps is the worst!! Here's what I can tell you. I am also working on my second career, as you are. I also put everything else aside to...

6. Pre-Req tips and strategies for UP, OHSU, Linfield

   yogamom replied to KP503's topic in Oregon

   I love the plan, but there may be a hitch. I'm not sure where you are doing your pre-reqs, but at PCC, A&P I (BIO 231) is a pre-req to get into nutrition. Nutrition is much more difficult class than it sounds like it might be. So, you need to ...

7. Pre-Req tips and strategies for UP, OHSU, Linfield

   yogamom replied to KP503's topic in Oregon

   You can absolutely retake Nutrition and Human Development again and have them override the previous grades. In fact, it's highly recommended that you do so. As far as financial aid and if they will pay, I honestly don't have any idea. I didn't hav...

8. Pre-Req tips and strategies for UP, OHSU, Linfield

   yogamom replied to KP503's topic in Oregon

   In rereading my response, I realized I probably wasn't as clear as I could have been. What I was getting at with the pre-reqs is that there is a big difference between what is required to apply, and what is required to start. With OCNE schools, it'...

9. Please help

   yogamom replied to AnonymousNurse45's topic in Oregon

   Oh Lisa, I'm so sorry. That's horrible. I'm still keeping my fingers crossed that something else comes along for you. I'm so sorry.

10. Pre-Req tips and strategies for UP, OHSU, Linfield

    yogamom replied to KP503's topic in Oregon

    You are not alone! It's very nerve wracking when you are just starting to tackle the pre-reqs and application process. A&P is hugely important, make sure you get all A's. Your GPA is paramount in getting noticed so if you need to repeat any ot...

11. Please help

    yogamom replied to AnonymousNurse45's topic in Oregon

    They denied you for a personal loan or an alternative student loan? They have very different approval rates. I am keeping my fingers crossed for you!! It's my understanding that even with very poor credit, alternative student loans get approved. ...

12. Please help

    yogamom replied to AnonymousNurse45's topic in Oregon

    Weird...the link isn't showing up. Go the wells fargo website, click student loans, then "professional students" to find info on the MedCap loan. Good luck!!

13. Please help

    yogamom replied to AnonymousNurse45's topic in Oregon

    Hi Lisa! Congrats on your acceptance! When you applied for the loans, were you trying to just get standard personal loans? Personal loans are more difficult to get. Students loans (also known as alternative loans) are much easier. They have a dec...

14. Know any good hospitals in San Diego?

    yogamom replied to Sw88t Pea's topic in California

    Congrats on graduating from UofP!! I'm in Portland also and know what a fantastic program that is. I'm just starting the BSN program at OHSU I lived in SLO for a few years and just wanted to add that you should check out French Hospital. I did c...

15. Am i doing things right...?

    yogamom replied to JonJon88's topic in Career Support

    Hi John! I know I'm a little late, but I just came across your post and felt compelled to reply. I'm a COT and have over 15 years experience in ophthalmology. How long have you been a tech? Are you certified? Being a tech is a fantastic job and g...