sfwant2beRN

I am looking to gain experience in the healthcare field by starting off as a CNA or medical assitant with the goal of becoming an RN. I'm taking nursing pre-reqs but in the mean time, would like to know 1. what pays more? CNA or Medical assistant? ...

First time taking anatomy and we are learnimg about cells...ugh....so boring. The text book is kinda bland. How are you all able to study the cells and functions? Please help! Im in dire need and this is just the first week of school. Any videos? Bo...

so, it's been quite a while since I've been back in school and I am most definitely happy and thrilled to do Nursing, BUT....I am having a hard time with the memorization part of anatomy and physiology terms. There's a ton of smart intelligent peopl...

The classes that I still need are: chemistry microbiology physiology anatomy nutrition pharmacoloy I'd like to take 3 classes each semester and volunteer 4 hours a week and maybe work 15 hours a week. I dont have any kids, yet, so that should make...

Is it possible to work and go to school at the same time and not screw up your gpa? I am considering taking 2 science classes w labs and working at the same time. I have a 4.0 and dont want to mess it up at all, but I do need the money. Also, how ...

English requires writing papers, so it can be time consuming. History and govt requires a lot of reading so make time for that. Perhaps humanities and arts would be super easy. And anatomy / physiology will be hard. Its a full load but if you dont h...

I was wondering if you were able to find a school that you can go to in the evening. Have you looked into gurnick? I think they have a location in Fresno Ca. Good luck

my school starts august 21st.... unfortunately, anatomy and physiology are separate courses (BOOOOOOO) so ill be taking anatomy and chemistry and hopefully nutrition. good luck everyone! we got this!

Hello! So, I am back in school looking for a career change. And I am racking my brain back and forth figuring out what to do. Would appreciate if anyone can give me advice. My background- -currently have a bachelors degree (non health related) but w...

wow, i wish the ABSN tuition in San Francisco was only $27k. It's $85k here. UGH!!!! but yes, i guess ill take the longer route, even though i am an older student.

hi Conjer...were you working at the same time? if so, how many hours and were they just on the weekends? thanks. just trying to plan out my schedule and seeing if i can perhaps work on the side. gotta make that money, too. LOL

Thank you all for your suggestions. Im already signed up anatomy and chem and will see if nutrition fits in my schedule. Theres nothing worst than having a bad teacher.. thank god for ratemyprofessor.com

Thanks for replyung! What 2 classes seem to be easier? Thanks again

hi futuretxnurse, curious...what city are you in? im in san francisco and the nursing programs here are severely impacted and have been ever since 15 years ago when I was going to school for my undergrad. Yes, definitely apply to as many schools as...

While I am taking nursing pre-reqs, I was thinking of doing an online clinical medical assistant program. It's about 6 months and I was told that the school helps you find an externship. I dont know how I would go about learning to draw blood or do ...

Like many of you , this is my second career. After beating cancer, i decided to just change my job. I didnt want to go through life wondering what i shoulda coulda woulda done. Thats the worst when you live life w regrets. If there is something you w...

I live in San Francisco and since the RN programs at the junior colleges and state college is severely impacted, the only other option would be to look at a vocational nursing school, such as Gurnick Academy. Gurnick is about $35k and it is a 1 year...

Great! Thanks for replying. You def sound like super woman taking 2 science courses and working and taking care of 3 kids. Ill be taking chem w lab and anatomy w lab ( both are 4 units each). Im not very good w science but crossing fingers that if i...

Still hoping to get any type of response from anyone. id greatly appreciate it

I am currently taking pre-reqs to get into the ccsf rn program. Anyone else have luck with the lottery? is there any way to 'by pass' the lottery? please let me know. I am an older student and desperate to get into the program. thanks

while I am taking pre-requisites for the RN program at school, I wanted to start working in the health care field to gain experience. I am an older student (in my 30s), and the only experience I have in the hospital was being a volunteer 15 years ago...

How were you able to manage your time wisely by doing 3 science classes (w labs) and a pre-calc and get your CNA certification at same time? And still get all A's????KUDOS TO YOU!!!! I applaud you. Please share with me your secret. I only have 2 scie...

Thanks for the reply. Ill look into CNA certification