Mergirlc MSN, APRN, NP

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    Different Avenues of Getting Into a Nursing School

    Mergirlc replied to megmeg's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    California here and I'll tell you straight up you won't even be given a second glance w/ C's in your science pre-reqs. Not in CA. I usually tell people to check out of state, but with C's in the...
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    HESI Scores

    Mergirlc replied to Katylee826's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Depends on the program. Some schools will go for the total score which averages what you got in each category, while others look at specific category. You can try to look at the program's website or...
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    Would you drive two hours to an LPN school?

    Mergirlc replied to joygabrielle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You will do whatever it takes to reach your goal. If getting into a LPN program and becoming a nurse is your goal and you cannot get into another school that is closer, then yes. For 4 years, I...
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    Should I still apply to an absn or do a 4 year?

    Mergirlc replied to Stressed1998's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The research projects you have done will definitely work in your favor, but getting hands-on experience would be ideal. Nursing is about interactions with people - various people from all walks of...
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    Should I still apply to an absn or do a 4 year?

    Mergirlc replied to Stressed1998's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you had jobs, in the past, that dealt with anything close to health? Your GPAs aren't bad, but they're not stellar either. The good news is your degree is in a science field, so that's...
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    Guidance Requested

    Mergirlc replied to CourageousMe's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If you are working full-time and can switch and live w/ working part-time, I'd recommend that. At least for a few months so you can dedicate extra time to studying. It's always best when you can get...
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    Thinking of moving to Atlanta

    Mergirlc replied to jennmargar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I actually responded to one of your posts about six months ago, but never saw the other one (until now) about the bit of "trouble" you've had. I think you're really going to have a difficult time...
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    Going back to school at 34

    Mergirlc replied to Jchin1121's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Is your Criminal Justice degree an Associates or
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    Help! No one taking New Grads what to do for 6 months?

    Mergirlc replied to Lost NewGrad's topic in Post Graduate Students

    While I was perusing AllNurses about 2 weeks ago, I saw on one of the threads where recent graduates were taking their NCLEX. Some had appointments in July, but they would check daily for open spots...
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    Call blocking question

    Mergirlc replied to MEbert1118's topic in Home Health

    The Google Voice plan is an excellent idea. If you have a couple of dollars to spare ($15 to 20/month), you can get one of those pay as you go phones and give that number out & send the calls...
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    What should I ask my advisor?

    Mergirlc replied to Enarra's topic in General Students

    This may or may not be an advisor question because you might find the answer to this on your school's/program's website......but you may want to find out if you need a new or specific computer,...
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    Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2020

    Mergirlc replied to Chongcolatealmond's topic in School, College Programs

    Any Apple users out there? I'm going to get an iPad (a gift) & am not sure which one do people suggest is best? Regular iPad, Pro, or Air? And what GB / screen size (if applicable)?
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    CSU difficulty

    Mergirlc replied to sallytheaquarius's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Never be afraid to apply to schools. I know you'll always see people (especially on this site) who will ask for stats and put down their stats first thing. This might be a few people applying to...
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    CSU difficulty

    Mergirlc replied to sallytheaquarius's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You are young enough that you could carry debt and get away with it. I'm assuming you still live at home? Well, if you do go and get a BSN elsewhere w/ debt, I'd suggest strongly returning back home...
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    CSU difficulty

    Mergirlc replied to sallytheaquarius's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Unfortunately, it's the sad reality of California and the CSU and UC schools. California is extremely competitive with in-state students and then you have out-of-state students who try to get in here...
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    Co worker

    Mergirlc replied to RNewbieMA's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps he's a relative of one of the decision makers and that's factoring into the
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    Is This the end for my Nursing Path?

    Mergirlc replied to megmeg's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No problem. I think LVN will probably be the easiest for you to get into. The only downside is the $$ for this type of school. Definitely check out Unitek. They actually have some very good NCLEX...
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    Is This the end for my Nursing Path?

    Mergirlc replied to megmeg's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You could try to retake the courses at another CC. Also, you can try ADN programs out of state. I have actually seen on this site where somebody stated the GPA requirement was like a 2.65 somewhere...
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    Is This the end for my Nursing Path?

    Mergirlc replied to megmeg's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    To be blunt and honest, I'd say probably not. Retake them all - even if it's one at a time - and get an "A" in each one of them. I think, deep inside, you already knew the answer to your question....
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    Moved to northern Cali

    Mergirlc replied to Futurenpcm's topic in General Students

    One other thing to look out for is to make sure your classes are still acceptable due to how long ago they were taken. I think for community colleges they may not put an "expiration date" on them,...
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    BSN Programs associated with Teaching Hospitals

    Mergirlc replied to CaveFreak's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think UC Irvine and UC Riverside also have nursing - BSN. Just check out the University of California schools because the UC system has always been geared toward research. The CSU system schools...
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    BSN Programs associated with Teaching Hospitals

    Mergirlc replied to CaveFreak's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The UCs in California: UC San Francisco, UCLA, UC Davis, UC San Diego Not sure about the research part (if that is part of the BSN curriculum), but all UC schools are
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    type of nurse?

    Mergirlc replied to harvestmoon's topic in General Students

    Very inspirational! Congratulations! Many people who are older students interested in the nursing field come on this site looking for advice for your same exact situation. This just goes to show...
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    Cleveland clinic pass physical capability after failing?!

    Mergirlc replied to LPNtoRN2015's topic in Ohio Nursing

    @Megg I'm not applying at CC (at least not for the next few years), but could you please do us all a favor and update what you did on the test / how much weights/ etc..? This way, future...
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    School and Rentals

    Mergirlc replied to Peter's topic in General Students

    Another thing to be mindful of is having to answer your cell phone if you're in class & there is some type of rental emergency going on. I'm pretty sure the instructors are not going to like it...