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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 types of jobs are available for nurses that are "si...

Is the CRNA program similar to nursing school? Group projects, lots of research papers, journaling, etc.... Or is it much more science and application-based?

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, etc... I love to work hard - but I have to find a purp...

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 and during nursing school I loved Pharm and Patho...

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, excellent grades do not mean you will make it. I see p...

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 environment....

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 page from their website: http://www.atlantamedcente...

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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 work best with my situation. During clinicals I have ...

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, it is hard for a doctor to gauge and usually he sai...

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

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 usually look at the most recent grade. With my f...

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 building your financial base through hard work but also...

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 well. Don't think I really used my micro book. Most...

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 attainable.

Invest in the Straight A's in Nursing series books. The info is outlined in a bullet point format with NCLEX or nursing school style questions in the back of the chapters. Plus, there is a CD-Rom in the back of the book with tons of questions (I have...

I just noticed my numbering is off! Sorry about that. I just woke up from a long nap!

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 schools are you interested in if this is an option. I...

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 copy of it in your course materials. Tell the dean...

Wouldn't this be a negotiable option during the interview? If they want or need you bad enough to ask for "no commitment"?

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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 in there! I think I told my boyfriend every week t...

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 above. Third, continue to make payments even though...

Sounds like a wonderful opportunity! TAKE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!