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  1. I want to be a navy corpsman want some info

    BigL97 replied to dirtdevil's topic in General Nursing

    I just got out of the Navy last year. When you go to MEPS, make sure they do not try and talk you into a more need based "rating". It does happen. As long as you scored good on your ASVAB, and stick...

  2. Lets stop smoking

    BigL97 replied to coolpeach's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I quit smoking 9 months ago after leaving the military and have not looked back. I KNOW you can do it, and I am here for moral support. Good Luck to you, and I KNOW you will succeed God Bless,...

  3. Do you plan on working while in nursing school?

    BigL97 replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes I plan on working, unless congress gets into gear and passes the New G.I.Bill Amendment. If that happens, then I will have to weigh my options, but as of now, I do not have a choice in the...

  4. Any advice about Philadelphia U?

    BigL97 replied to Montessori Mommy's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I applied and Visited the campus this past year, when I was still looking into different degree programs. Their campus is Beautiful, and it has a very close-knit feel to it. As for out of state...

  5. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, I am recently out of the military and looking into getting my RN certification as soon as possible. I have found a few Diploma RN programs, but am wondering if after I spend the 2-3 years in...

  6. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you MommyCakers, I have looked at both of those programs and do plan on attending information sessions as soon as I have a mode of transportation again, as my car is broken down. As of now,...

  7. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you Elkpark, That is very encouraging to know. I am Definitely planning on going back for a RN-BSN transfer program in the future. Anyone that is in the Delaware Valley that knows of good...

  8. HELP!!! PLEASE!!!! Delaware Valley Diploma Programs

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, Thank you for the information. I am actually talking about Hospital Diploma schools, that will give you an RN certification, so you are ready for boards, but you do not have an ASN or BSN. I...

  9. Anyone know anything about Abington School of Nursing

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I am currently in the military about to get out, and plan on pursuing a degree in Nursing. I have been to their website, know that they are a diploma program, and have heard they are a non-profit...

  10. Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Ok, well I am getting out of the military here in the next 30 days or so and am moving to Philadelphia to go to college for my BSN. Now my question is that I want to get into this hospital in...

  11. Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thank you all for all your suggestions, I am going to call CHOP human resources and see what they say. Thanx

  12. Anyone know anything about Abington School of Nursing

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thank You NRSKAREN, For all the information. Do you have any idea what the waiting list is at that school? If they have one? I went to the website, and they said that credits are usually...

  13. Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    OK, maybe I didn't make my point clear. I am a prior EMT, who's certification has expired. I'm wondering if I should re-cert, and if that will help me get a job in the HEALTHCARE field at CHOP....

  14. Resident requirements for PA and BSN colleges in Philly

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I will be leaving military service and would like to move to Philly to get my BSN. Now I have a 2 part question. 1. What colleges are best in the area, and are cost effective? 2. How do I become a...

  15. Looking for any info regarding RN schools in Philly

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Hello All, I am currently in the Military and am about to conclude service. I am looking for any info on Schools in or around Philadelphia. I have heard some schools like Drexel are good but...

  16. Looking for any info regarding RN schools in Philly

    BigL97 replied to BigL97's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thank You for all the info you have provided. I do have one more question I was hoping someone could help me out with. How do you go about gettting Home of record in PA, and how long do you have to...

  17. Getting to know the men behind the names...

    BigL97 replied to irwin's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Hi, I'm Roderick 27, and currently in the Navy. I have abour 6 months left of military service and plan on jumping right in to college and can't wait. Anyone have any info on PA or CO nursing...

  18. Looking to Attend Our Lady of Lourdes

    BigL97 posted a topic in New Jersey Nursing

    I have been looking into different Nursing Colleges in the NJ/PA area. I was wondering if anyone has attended this college or knows anything about it. I'm currently in the military about to leave...

  19. Leaving Military Service for College

    BigL97 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am looking into different places to Pursue my Nursing Certification and then my BSN. I am currently a Resident of Colorado, and would prefer to go to school there or Philadelphia. I'm trying to...