Lutheran School of Nursing

U.S.A. Missouri

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After attending college on and off for years I have finally decided that I would like to go into nursing.The problem is my grades were not excellent so my options are limited I think I will have

take to my sciences over but thats fine with me. I am now finishing up my Bachelors in Health Sciences and would like to attend Lutheran School of Nursing. Can anyone tell me about this program? Is it possible to complete if you have children? I will have three little ones and don't want to set myself up for failure. I hate that I had to go through the motions to finally come to this decision, but God makes no mistakes. I think getting married and starting my family helped me to come to this realization, and for the first time I am attending school for me and not because its whats expected of me. Sorry for the long post I just really need some insight because nursing is seeming so far out of my reach. I even considered Chamberlain but they wanted me to take all my classes over because they over five years old and I didnt want to do that and the community colleges have really long waiting list.

Hmm, that's a good question. You should call up the front desk, and talk to Sam. If he doesn't know, you can asked to be transferred to Susan, as I'm sure she would know.

I didn't transfer any credits into the program, as I took all of the classes needed there. All pre-reqs are taught by Webster University at Lutheran's campus.

ok thanks I will call today. Is the campus run down ? it looks a little dark and gloomy

ok thanks I will call today. Is the campus run down ? it looks a little dark and gloomy

lol

It's definitely not the most up to date facility, no. However, that shouldn't be a hindrance to the most important part, your education. ;)

They're getting better as far as getting more hands on stuff into the classroom, but we're a little behind with materials when comparing to a school like Chamberlain, for example.

However, they make up for it with some pretty decent educators. I learned an unbelievable amount from them, and you will too if you plan on attending. Stay motivated, and you'll do great.

Yes I think that is just old board being to cheap update anything lol but I do remember talking to one of the people in charge of UMSL's nursing program and she stated that if someone could not get into their program she would always recommend Lutheran I was surprised to hear that its a little impressive but some people frown upon it because its a diploma program. I though about the community colleges but their waiting are extremely long

Yes, it's a Diploma program. But bear in mind what I previously said, our program offers more clinical hours than any other school in St. Louis (as far as I know). That's huge. Getting through school, and learning the material is extremely important, but I'd argue that experience on the floor is equally, if not more, important. Employers look at that. They will always pick the person with experience for a job that requires it.

I'm glad to hear that other schools recommend ours. I've never heard a Nurse at a clinical site say that they've seen a bad nurse come out of Lutheran. In fact, it's consistently the opposite (whether or not they say that for our sake, I cannot say).

It's unfortunate, but some employers are refusing Diploma nurses (St. Anthony's), and in fact, they won't even allow us to come do our clinicals there anymore because of this (which is a shame, because their OB department is fantastic).

However, do not allow that to discourage you! You can become an RN, just like any 3-4 year nurse in 22 months. You can work on getting your BSN online afterwards (spend more time at home with the kids ;) It's what I'm doing). In the meanwhile, you'll be hired as an RN, making a decent salary, getting that valuable experience.

You have made some valid points I do like that Lutheran offers so many clinical hours that important in my oponion. I spoke with Ganelle or gaynell anywhoshe said that pre nursing get enrolled before other applicants so I guess it would be a good idea to take the two I need there. I wonder how many other institutions are denying diploma. Do they feel that the education from Lutheran is not as good as the universities.

You have made some valid points I do like that Lutheran offers so many clinical hours that important in my oponion. I spoke with Ganelle or gaynell anywhoshe said that pre nursing get enrolled before other applicants so I guess it would be a good idea to take the two I need there. I wonder how many other institutions are denying diploma. Do they feel that the education from Lutheran is not as good as the universities.

From what I've seen, if you plan on getting your BSN in the future (post-graduation), and put that on your application, then you shouldn't have trouble finding work. Even if you never went back to school, there are always jobs that don't require more than the license.

That's good advice I definitely want to continue my education. I do like that Lutheran doesn't require you to have all the classes completed that other nursing programs do. How is your schedule? Are your classes everyday?

My schedule is mostly open, since I graduated in November :D I'm taking the NCLEX tomorrow, actually.

It varies from class to class. Some classes, you'll be there every day (except for clinical). Others, you may have a day off every week.

Good Luck!!!!!!!!!! How are clinicals? Do you start in a class since they start clinicals so soon? Does Lutheran have simulation labs?

Oh congrats on graduating I know it was hard

Your very first clinicals are just labs at school. Mostly to learn the absolute basics, like taking vital signs, giving a bath, moving a patient, repositioning, and all other fundamental stuffs. You won't likely get to the juicy stuff until your third semester in, when you start Adult Nursing.

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