MsBruiser

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  1. Question about BSN or higher..

    MsBruiser replied to Hausfrau's topic in Arizona Nursing

    That is a really good question. The specific pre-reqs for the BSN depends highly on the specific program (Grand Canyon, vs ASU, etc.). At the end of the day, though, most RN to BSN bridge programs...

  2. ASU Nursing Program

    MsBruiser replied to DDVpink89's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Very well put. BTW, if you already have an undergrad degree Grand Canyon will let you straight into their MSN program without the BSN. Not sure if that is just for their nursing leadership/education...

  3. ASU Nursing Program

    MsBruiser replied to DDVpink89's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Absolutely. Once you finish school and then hospital orientation you will suddenly find yourself thinking, "well, I guess this is it." Other than an occassional one hour break off the floor for a...

  4. ASU Nursing Program

    MsBruiser replied to DDVpink89's topic in Arizona Nursing

    My opinions reflect the beliefs of one person - me! So no flames, please... I think cost is the primary factor in a nursing degree. I would not accrue a huge amount of debt to become an RN. So ASU or...

  5. ASU Nursing Program

    MsBruiser replied to DDVpink89's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I can't speak for non-hospital based nursing or other states. But from what I have read in nursing journals, etc, most hospitals at least in the US offer minimal salary bumps for the additional...

  6. ASU Nursing Program

    MsBruiser replied to DDVpink89's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Wow...I have a hard time figuring out major hospitals in the Valley (Banner, Scottsdale, Mayo, even Abrazo) that don't offer an onsite program. Generally, they entail classes held once a week - unit...

  7. ASU Nursing Program

    MsBruiser replied to DDVpink89's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Well...unlike a lot of people on this part of allnurses I'm an RN. I have personally worked at several hospitals in the Valley. Banner pays no difference. Where I am now pays .50 per hour more. If you...

  8. ASU Nursing Program

    MsBruiser replied to DDVpink89's topic in Arizona Nursing

    The BSN pay differential is minimal at the few hospitals that even offer one. Most hospitals have onsite bridge programs - ADN to BSN - where you can get done in 14 months. ASU may be constructing a...

  9. Should I take Spanish?

    MsBruiser replied to vflipo's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I'm fluent and in the medical field, at least, never received a cent more for it. In the business world, a different story. The best way to learn a language for practical purposes is through...

  10. BIO 201 and general class info

    MsBruiser replied to 2ndxstudent's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Each person has different "buttons" to push that help them learn more effectively. I found buying a huge stack of flashcards (500 at a time at Staples) and writing short questions/answers that...

  11. Maricopa going to open more programs?

    MsBruiser replied to Calbrunette's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Mmmm...we are not going to see eye to eye on that! Shoot me a PM if you want to discuss

  12. Maricopa going to open more programs?

    MsBruiser replied to Calbrunette's topic in Arizona Nursing

    This is a political issue...most nursing programs are run by the

  13. Desperate Daddy Needs Advice

    MsBruiser replied to IslandDaddy's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Sorry about your situation. Some things to consider: 1. Any nursing program allows you to take LPN NCLEX halfway through. So I would not limit myself to LPN programs per se. 2. The fastest way into...

  14. Maricopa going to open more programs?

    MsBruiser replied to Calbrunette's topic in Arizona Nursing

    There is no lack of demand for healthcare. Just a lack of people with insurance who can pay for it. This is a mess that will take a long time to fix. I would expect a contraction rather than...

  15. What type of nurse does everyone want to eventually end up being?

    MsBruiser replied to silentRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Funny thing about this thread...first day of school we had to write a letter to ourselves about what kind of nurse we wanted to be. Letter was mailed to us after graduation - long after I forgot...

  16. Nursing and the economy...

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    You have that right. I have noticed a disconcerting trend over the past 8 years, American's have developed a moronic sense of entitlement when it comes to taxes - they want a war in Iraq, secure...

  17. Nursing and the economy...

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    As a nation we should be so lucky. We are the only industrialized country on this planet with so many uninsured inhabitants. Our system will eventually collapse under its own weight. Less insurance =...

  18. Need help from experience PACU nurses!

    MsBruiser replied to FlGaNurse's topic in PACU

    Well - from the perspective of a "new" PACU RN (one year ICU experience before moving to PACU). If you can find a PACU that you like where they are willing to give you 6 months of intense training -...

  19. What type of nurse does everyone want to eventually end up being?

    MsBruiser replied to silentRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I thought it would be ICU. I'm now in the PACU and loving it...if you had asked me a year ago whether I'd wind up in the PACU I would have said "You're crazy!" Seems to me that the key to happiness in...

  20. Nursing and the economy...

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I'd stick to diversified mutual funds - preferably an Index fund with low fees. Buffet also said something to the effect of "the stock market rewards the patient with the stupidity of the

  21. Nursing and the economy...

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    You got that right...working short

  22. Relocation

    MsBruiser replied to vleblance's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Job market is tightening up in AZ - especially for new grads. I'd recommend getting 2 years experience and then trying to move out as an "experienced"

  23. Nursing and the economy...

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    If I had a crystal ball I would be wealthy - and not working as a nurse. But here is my personal opinion: Expect lots of people to consider nursing. BUT - I would also suspect that some programs like...

  24. Nursing and the economy...

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Hospitals are already feeling a slow-down. The good news, if you can call it that, elective surgeries may fall to an extent but people will always get sick. Bedside nurses may feel this impact last -...

  25. What's your "honost" opinion of nursing?

    MsBruiser replied to silentRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    It's definitely a very rewarding field. No regrets about going into nursing. But I think it is very important what type of nursing you ultimately do. I found my whole ICU experience to be an...