PLU elmsn 2015

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Hey everyone! I know it's a little early, but I'm wondering if anyone is applying to the PLU elmsn program to start in 2015.

We could use this forum as a place to communicate and support each other through this process!

I am so ready to get things rolling. PLU is my first choice, so hoping this year is my year!

I also applied to Seattle U. Honestly, Seattle U was my "back up" for a long time until quite recently it really became a contender. I love the fact that they do interviews, I really connected with the staff, they have opportunities to go abroad, my background and vision for my future aligns perfectly with their mission.

Even though I haven't heard back from Seattle U, today I did a lot of researching and soul searching thinking about where I want to see myself end up. Ultimately, PLU won out.

I applied for the FNP track at Seattle U and honestly I believe I am smart enough and capable enough to be in a direct entry nurse practitioner program. However, I also don't know if that is necessarily the wisest decision. I currently work in a hospital as a CNA and just through that experience I've realized "I don't know what I don't know." I love that PLU doesn't lock you into a track. I like that I will be able to explore all different fields of nursing before I chose an advanced practice track. What if I want to be an acute care NP, a nurse anesthetist? While I am obviously very attracted to FNP, I also realize that I don't know what I don't know... I think PLU will allow me to grow as a nurse and really find my niche.

However, in saying that I do absolutely see myself in advanced practice in my career. I feel as though the shift to DNP works in my favor. It's not like I have to go back and get ANOTHER master's after I graduate from PLU. I can get a DNP after my advanced generalist degree from PLU.

ALSO, I know that you are able to apply to the nurse practitioner program after the RN portion of the ELMSN program, however, I don't think that I want to do that either. I really believe that I COULD do that, but I think working as an RN before becoming a nurse practitioner is extremely important. And while maybe not "necessary" as is the argument, especially on the Seattle U forums, I think for me and the level of NP I want to be in the future it is a valuable experience that will only strengthen my skills.

Not to mention I live 20 minutes away from PLU on an awesome farm with my husband and while we were more than willing to relocate I am thankful to call this home.

Does all of this make sense?

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Also... I should mention I've been looking into PLU for two years and the staff has been more than willing to answer any and all questions. People I work with all regard PLU and their nursing program very highly. PLU has it's ELMSN students participate in 1000 clinical hour - compared to Seattle U's 600. And their NCLEX pass rate is 100%.

Seattle U and PLU are both extremely strong educational institutions. I know I'd be lucky to attend either one, but PLU just seems like the right fit for me and where I am in my career!

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That totally makes sense. Thank you so much for the clarification on your decision. Congratulations again! I hope you're celebrating! I'll let you know how things work out for me.

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May25, call me Sally.

I am not able to send you PM. I just sent you a friend request.

Lindsayonthgo, good luck!

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Hi all! I was also accepted this week. I'm beyond excited to start the program and meet everyone!

I'd love to get together sometime before June. I noticed in the acceptance letter there is an ELMSN meeting in May and then orientation in June... so at least see you all there :)

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Hi elimeg01, congratulations!

Please send me your email id. I will try to form a group email once we see people gathering on this thread.

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If by chance any current or past students of the ELMSN program are reading this thread I have a question...

I currently work in a hospital setting as a CNA - full time 12 hour shifts.

I love my hospital and my position and would love to grow with the hospital.

Now that I have been accepted to the program I have a dilemma. Should I quit completely, or ask my boss if I can be "on-call status."

If I were to work one day a week would that be totally doable or would I be in over my head?

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Hey May25! Congratulations on being accepted! I am currently finishing up the first year of the ELMSN program and look forward to meeting you all in May! I will tell you that the first year is pretty grueling and it is hard to do anything else while in the program. Having said that, there were several members of my cohort that worked during the program, went to an on-call basis or picked up shifts during the break. If you really want to keep your job, I suggest speaking with your boss and seeing what type of schedule you can work out. You will get a lot of information at the meeting in May and even get to meet a few of us that are in the cohort ahead of you. Hopefully that helps and again, congratulations!

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Hello! To all who have been accepted please search for and join in facebook our closed group "PLU ELMSN 2015" This way we can chat and plan a time to meet!

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I don't have a facebook, but don't leave me out :(

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What is your email?

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May25 I will send you an invite for the group.

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