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  1. Sit down nursing jobs

    When I graduate I am going to be looking at a mound of debt. Will be needing to pick up a second job besides the hospital. Definitely don't want to do floor nursing at two different hospitals. What...
  2. Is the CRNA program similar to nursing school? Group projects, lots of research papers, journaling, etc.... Or is it much more science and
  3. Nursing school vs. CRNA

    Thank you this is very helpful. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE science and I found myself really struggling with the "irrelevant" stuff in nursing school like journaling feelings, nursing theory, busy work,...
  4. Nursing school vs. CRNA

    I have already graduated from nursing school (BSN program) but haven't changed my user name. What I am curious about is the classroom learning experience in the CRNA program. I am more science-minded...
  5. Anyone can get into Nursing.

    The school of nursing that I attended receives over 1000 applications each semester for 76 spots. The admission criteria is GPA. So, basically you need to have a 3.9 or higher to get in. However,...
  6. Atlanta VA Hospital

    Anyone work at the Atlanta VA or familiar with it? I know the benefits are amazing and they do help with student loans. Just curious about the work
  7. Loan Repayment

    I have been searching myself....I have a load of student debt. Tenet hospitals (Atlanta Medical Center) will take over your student loans as long as you are employed by their facility. This is the...
  8. Non-nursing question about Floyd County

    Check out
  9. Was rear-ended in a car accident a few years back and now I am dealing with chronic neck/upper back pain. I will be graduating this summer and trying to find an area in hospital nursing that will...
  10. Area of hospital - least patient lifting & moving?

    Thanks Suzanne! How is L & D? I am ok with pushing equipment. My biggest concern is providing assistance with bedside toileting. I had x-rays and the doctor said I had soft tissue damage. So,...
  11. What would you do if you were to quit nursing?

    Nursing informatics! http://www.nursing-informatics.com/ http://www.informaticsnurse.com/links/browselinks.php?c=2
  12. RN Independent Contractors

    Any nurses working as an independent contractor at a hospital, but not an agency nurse? What is your role? How did you negotiate the
  13. Gpa 2.73

    I would set up appointments with nursing advisors at local colleges. Ask the advisors what is needed to get in their respective programs. If you have to retake some classes, do it. Nursing committees...
  14. Retire by 30, thanks nursing!

    This is an excellent post! The majority of Americans don't start think about retirement planning as young adults when time is a huge partner in accumulating wealth. I commend you for looking at...
  15. Back to school after 23 years..worried!!

    Yes, you can do this! And there is plenty of help out there to help you suceed! Most colleges/universities have a math lab where you can get free tutoring. Plus there is the prof's office hours as...
  16. Prereq's grades vs nursing school grades

    I had a 4.0 in pre-reqs and 3.55 nursing GPA. It is tough to get all A's in clinical courses. Nutrition, Pharm, Patho, etc... A's are
  17. Chem 100/101

    I just noticed my numbering is off! Sorry about that. I just woke up from a long
  18. Chem 100/101

    Chemistry is a huge time commitment. What else are you taking with Chem 100/Chem 101? Some nursing schools allow you to take Biology I and II in lieu of Chemistry. You may want to check with the...
  19. It is THEIR job to insure that the concepts are taught. Since the rubric was such a critical key in whether or not someone will pass the course, they should have continually referred to it and had a...
  20. What medical term do you dislike the most ?

    :monkeydance: FECES
  21. Either option A or B. Your first semester concerns are so normal and common! As you continue to try new skills you will grow in your confidence. It sounds like you got all the right stuff, so HANG...
  22. Student Loan Assistance!! PLEASE!!!

    First, I would try to defer your student loan payments because you are a full time student. You can also defer if you are part time. Second, I would refi your loans through the contact info posted...
  23. Critical Care University

    Sounds like a wonderful opportunity! TAKE
  24. Does your hospital offer a pension?

    Every corporation and hospital offers a self-funded 401K with a match. However, are pensions a thing of the past or do you have one at your
  25. Nursing Application Essays/Personal Statement

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