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  1. Occupational therapy

    jthewood replied to starnik14's topic in Occupational Health

    2 years of training + fellowship after vs. 4 semesters of nursing school. Also, I can do more as a nurse, including specialized training in many different disciplines. I like variety so it was a...

  2. accelerated courses in DC metro area

    jthewood replied to panamama's topic in General Nursing

    No problem. In response to your questions... 1. Clinicals vary depending on where you go. Mine were great, but I seem to have lucked out. I did rootations at Reston Hospital, and Fairfax Hosp. 2. My...

  3. accelerated courses in DC metro area

    jthewood replied to panamama's topic in General Nursing

    I just graduated from Marymount's 2nd degree program and can say it was comprehensive and demanding, but I think thats the same for all 2nd degree programs. I've spoken to some Mason students and they...

  4. NCLEX RN (I took my boards TODAY)

    jthewood replied to Stacy2009's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What are SATA type questions? I test in a few weeks and haven't heard that term yet. Thanks, and good luck!

  5. Need Advice from you guys

    jthewood replied to wlb06's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I wish I could move back in with my parents... or at least send my kids there! HA! Seriously, no-one WANTS to move back in withtheir parents, but it's the smart move. Nursing school is hard. Why make...

  6. Starting school...

    jthewood replied to ShawnF's topic in Men in Nursing

    Amen brother... I started a second degree program with a wife and two little ones at home....now I have THREE little ones at home! You will learn the definition of working hard and sacrificing time...

  7. Who Was Nurse Rachett????

    jthewood replied to Little Flower's topic in General Nursing

    To give an idea of the impact of the Nurse Ratchet role...we were required to watch the movie during our Psych nursing rotation and discuss her character. I'd seen it prior to nursing school, but I...

  8. How many of us 30 somethings are out there?

    jthewood replied to karen230's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

  9. Any Marymount University students?

    jthewood replied to Yasminek's topic in General Students

    I start there this fall as well. I'm a little nervous, but a lot excited. See you on the 25th for orientation!

  10. what are the guys' reasons to become a nurse?

    jthewood replied to joanaRN's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I CAN RELATE!!! My only difference is that I got a BS in Emergency Medical Services and I've only spent 5 years in corporate, also unsatisfying. I decided against the prehospital environment once we...

  11. Marymount University

    jthewood replied to maryvu's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi maryvu. I start at Marymount this fall and I live in NoVA. The school has a fairly high reputation and was my first choice. The area is nice, but on the expensive side. You have to be careful in...

  12. Marymount University- Accelerated BSN- Fall 2007!!

    jthewood replied to westeastcoastnurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hey westeast... I start Marymounts accelerated BSN porgram this fall. I can't wait to start. I'm really excited get back into healthcare full-time. Have you made the decision on where you're going to...

  13. Burnout vs. Stress vs. Not cut out for nursing

    jthewood replied to Susan9608's topic in General Nursing

    Hey Susan9608, I couldn't help but notice the the underlying desperation in your post. You sound as if you're trapped in this job. Maybe you should take some time off and then look for a position that...

  14. Marymount University Arlington VA

    jthewood replied to poetryeclipse's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm just curious of two things.... 1) if you don't think the program is worth the cost, why are you in it? 2) what, in your opinion, is a good/worthwhile BSN program in the NOVA area? Thanks,

  15. nursing career and back issues

    jthewood replied to rosie94's topic in Nursing Career

    Me too! I had a back injury that ended my military creer (paratrooper) and I'm returning to school for my BSN with Uncle Sam's blessing! I too know how it feels to have to protect an injured back but...

  16. Nursing Shoes For Men, do they exist?

    jthewood replied to nursesaideBen's topic in Men in Nursing

    I wear Birkenstock insoles in ALL my shoes and they work great! There are different styles for differnt shoes, sneakers, boots, etc. and they last for years. Good luck!

  17. Application is in....

    jthewood posted a topic in Male Nursing Students

    Hi all! Well, my application is in for Fall 2007. I applied to Marymount University in Alington VA. I'm not sure if anyone here has experience with that school; I did a search and found no info. I do...

  18. Application is in....

    jthewood replied to jthewood's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Hi all, just wanted to let you know I GOT IN!:yelclap: I start the accelerated BSN program at Marymount in Aug. 2007. I've already had contact with a few nursing students at Marymount through the...

  19. Is anyone else freaking?

    jthewood replied to GottaGetIn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    For all of you with extra energy from the anxiety of waiting for your decision letter, I have two kids that'll wear you out pretty quickly!:chuckle I'm waiting for my decision letter as well, but I'm...

  20. Marymount University Arlington VA

    jthewood replied to poetryeclipse's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'll find out if I'm accepted there in a 1 1/2 weeks. I live in the No VA area and Marymount has been one of the top Nursing schools around here for years. Most, if not all, of the nursing programs in...

  21. Nurses with MS or similar disorders

    jthewood replied to nurse4theplanet's topic in General Nursing

    It's sad that this is true, but one way to combat it is to take your husband with you to the doctor visits. I held my wifes hand every step of the way 1) to be supportive, and 2) to learn what we were...

  22. Occupational therapy

    jthewood replied to starnik14's topic in Occupational Health

    I've been asking the question of whether or not to go into OT myself. I found some good info on the AOTA website if you wanted to check it out. What do you do now?

  23. Are you man Enough to be a OB nurse?

    jthewood replied to Annointed_RNStudent's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I have two kids at home and I can't imagine why anyone would choose to spend more time around someone elses kids! Just kidding, but no OB for me. I'd rather work in an area without the constant...

  24. Nurses with MS or similar disorders

    jthewood replied to nurse4theplanet's topic in General Nursing

    My wife was diagnosed with RRMS (relapse-remitting) around 5 years ago. She works as a recreation manager in a busy community coordinating ongoing activities and planning large events. Since her...

  25. Interesting facts and observations.

    jthewood replied to Ekklesia's topic in Male Nursing Students

    +1....good