CindyJRN

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  1. Distance learn BSN program

    CindyJRN replied to cschuess's topic in Online Distance Learning

    :) I took a few classes with UOP, but had to transfer due to cost. I am now enrolled in my second class with Florida Hospital College. http://www.fhchs.edu. I am very well pleased with the program...

  2. Do you think of "Nursing Education" as a nursing specialty?

    CindyJRN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I voted yes. While I agree with Wintrsday that some educators are just hired for the position because it is there, I believe some nurse educators do go the extra mile to become qualified or take...

  3. Chris-the-girl-at-lucas!

    CindyJRN replied to Spazzy Nurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I walked around for no telling how long with a *&%& eating or beatific grin on my face! Seriously, I just wanted to run around and tell people "I just graduated from college." NCLEX was...

  4. Chris-the-girl-at-lucas!

    CindyJRN replied to Spazzy Nurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    OK, Chris, I am dying to get the details. I am a Regents grad (class of 2000) and am pursuing my BSN now at another school. I really love allnurses and "lurk" quite a bit. I must admit, I still...

  5. 4th of July, no time and half

    CindyJRN replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    Oramar, I can't believe how cruddy that is!!! :angryfire I am at work right now getting ready to go home. It is holiday pay for me, but believe me, I would be pretty hacked if it weren't holiday...

  6. Hi everyone!

    CindyJRN replied to BSN2004NSU's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    EEK! Wow, has the opinion of NSU changed that much? I went the nontraditional route, but have many coworkers who graduated from Northwestern. Sure, I have heard the horror stories about Instructors...

  7. CPNE Racine June 25-27--anybody else?

    CindyJRN replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats and best wishes. Get there Thursday if possible, scope out hospital, parking etc. to make things less stressful--ok maybe I am the only one who stresses about going to new places but better...

  8. Excelsior Pass Rate?

    CindyJRN replied to MiaLyse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Don't be discouraged, Kelly. I spent a LONG time getting that Associate degree because I worked full time with a daughter, mortage, etc. Then a failed marriage, move, etc. Back then the program did...

  9. SW Louisiana

    CindyJRN replied to jj123's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Welcome to Louisiana. The payscale throughout the state is pretty much the same. I live and work in the NW part of the state near Shreveport. LPNs are now averaging $12-14 an hour in hospitals,...

  10. I HATE CHEMISTRY! !@#$%^&*

    CindyJRN replied to Deb123j's topic in General Students

    :chair: Uh, I am a little scared now. My Chemistry class starts June 25th. I'll check in with you after it starts. I was a little scared before, but now I hope to pass and make it to August 15th...

  11. I passed the CPNE!!!!

    CindyJRN replied to BBFRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    To all recent CPNE "PASSERS", WOOOO HOOOO Congrats! :balloons: To all of you future CPNE'ers, hang in there and best wishes! I am a frequent visitor to the Distance Learning discussions because I...

  12. Excelsior a good fit for a former ASN?

    CindyJRN replied to eparchment's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Agree with everyone's information thus far, and would like to add check with your State Board for the specific requirements. Louisiana only recognizes LPN Excelsior graduates. (In the past Excelsior...

  13. Univ. of Phoenix Grades

    CindyJRN replied to Traveler's topic in Online Distance Learning

    ANN, I took 4 classes last year with UOP. I loved it! I spent a lot of time on it, but it was worth the A's I made. The only reason I dropped was the cost. I am in a lower cost program now, and...

  14. Please share your CPNE info.....

    CindyJRN replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I graduated from Excelsior in 2000 (The last of the Regents Named class). I had a wonderful experience at Grady Memorial Hospital for my CPNE. The testing site at Dallas was closed in 2000 for...

  15. University of Wyoming Online

    CindyJRN replied to princess_j's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Just want to mention that accreditation is very important when choosing a program. The University of Texas System is planning their online programs for fall startup. I do not wish to discredit any...

  16. The way nurses treat each other

    CindyJRN replied to Mantibob's topic in General Nursing

    :rotfl: :rotfl: Wow ,Agnus, You are so right with your observations. We have 3 hospital campuses in town so when I said earlier we lost good nurses, luckily most transferred to other units and found...

  17. The way nurses treat each other

    CindyJRN replied to Mantibob's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, wanna read one more from an experienced nurse? I enjoyed this post for the simple fact that I am one who has tried to stamp out the perception that Nurses eat their young. Fortunately I have...

  18. University of Phoenix

    CindyJRN replied to princess_j's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Nothing like what you may expect--the courses are truly 100% online. Group and individual projects, papers, powerpoint presentations,

  19. Anyone familiar with Florida Hospital College?

    CindyJRN replied to CindyJRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks Cheri, I will visit

  20. Anyone familiar with Florida Hospital College?

    CindyJRN replied to CindyJRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    :balloons: Congrats on completing your BSN, Trauma! Do you know what avenue you want to pursue with your MSN? BTW, visit http://www.fhchs.edu for more info on Florida Hospital

  21. Independent/distance learning

    CindyJRN replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi again all, I also particpated in the study groups, received a ton of important info and hints back in 2000. If you have access to the study groups, please utilize them! Sorry, I didn't save some...

  22. Independent/distance learning

    CindyJRN replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks Brian, for the separate forum! I am currently a student @ the University of Phoenix Online, will complete my BSN 10/04 and my MSN 12/05. Working fulltime, 12 hr shifts with husband and 3...

  23. Allnurses.com history?

    CindyJRN replied to OBNURSEHEATHER's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an Allnurses addict, I love to read and think of you all as friends. I can imagine working alongside some of you and having some of these great discussions in person. Lurking sounds like I'm...

  24. Straight pay for 12 hour shifts?

    CindyJRN replied to susanmary's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a nonunion hospital, 12hr shifts with shift diff from 3p-7p then all of 7p-7a. Also a weekend diff. Our overtime is an automatic 8 hrs (32hr 1 week then 48hr the next

  25. see-through white pants? Hate it!!!

    CindyJRN replied to scootermcnutt's topic in General Nursing

    At age 32 I must admit to not having tried the thong/g-string trend. I am pro "granny panties" (That's briefs for you naked tails out there). But please, please tell me you aren't working along side...