BFA from University of Michigan in Musical Theatre. Graduated 2001 Starting accelerated BSN Nursing program this monday at Suny Downstate! Will graduate August 2008.
I spoke to someone at the school and they said it was in Lecture Hall 6. I assume that's in the main school building? I'm really surprised we haven't gotten any additional info on this. Can't wait to meet everyone tomorrow! Kristen
Hi jujufireal! I am starting this summer as well and am starting to feel pretty nervous and excited. I have no idea what this test is going to be like. It's called a "placement test" so maybe they are just trying to get a basic idea as to where we ...
Hunter has a very competitive Nursing school and it has a great reputation. I would go there if you have the chance. As Chuck said, the community college programs are extremely competitive as well. Good luck!
You can deliver in birthing centers, hospitals or home births if you are a CNM. Since you are already an RN becoming a CNM seems like the most logical route for you. There are Certified Professional Midwives who are not nurses but there are more le...
Curls105 replied to jandramauri's topic in New York
I took my pre-req's for the second degree at LaGuardia in Queens which is easily accessible by the 7 train (about 15 minutes from midtown). Some of the classes were great some not so great but I feel like you are going to get that anywhere. Good lu...
I would recommend St. Lukes Roosevelt's birthing center in NYC. It has a much more "homey" cozy, relaxing vibe but it's located withing a hospital just in case you have a problem. You can also choose between a Midwife or a Doctor which is a nice ch...
Don't quote me on this but I think if you have gestational diabetes, which may be caused by too much extra weight, your baby has a higher chance of developing diabetes and/or having problems with obesity herself.
Curls105 replied to Brooklyn84's topic in New York
Go to Stonybrook. Everyone I have spoken to says that the most important this is to become an RN and it doesn't really matter where to you go to get it. The cost difference between the two schools is huge, there is no reason why you should have to p...
Hello Lucy ball!!! Yes! I was a singer/dancer/actor for MANY years professionally before deciding to become a nurse. I am starting Downstate's accelerated nursing program this June and I'm so happy that I made this decision. I actually know a few ...
Hi NYC guy and Sal! I'm starting the program at Downstate in June as well. Can't wait to meet everyone! Kristen ps. Have you guys done the BLS certification yet?
HI Lullaby- I am starting Suny Downstate's accelerated program this June and I am super excited and nervous at the same time. Please feel free to PM me if you have any specific questions about LaGuardia or Downstate. Good Luck!
Hello! I am starting an accelerated BSN program this June and have my heart set on ultimately becoming a CNM. However, I am concerned about a couple of issues and I was wondering if anyone who is either a CNM or who decided to go ahead and start a p...
I did my pre-reqs at LaGuardia in order to attend an accelerated BSN program. It ended up taking me a little over a year to do all of them (I took between 1 and 3 classes per semester). I think that if you plan really carefully and don't work or an...
Hi! I completely changed careers from being an actor to starting nursing school this June. I am so excited and can't wait to start my new career! My first bachelor's is in Musical Theatre from U. of Michigan so I didn't have any of the science or m...
Hi- I was wondering if anyone knew the legality issues of having a CNM attend a home birth. Do CNM's attend home births? I am specifically interested in the laws in New YOrk. Thanks! Kristen
I just got accepted to Downstate with a 4.0 in my pre-req's from LaGuardia Community College and a 3.6 from my first bachelor's degree (U. of MIchigan). I think a 3.5 or higher gpa would make a really competitive applicant from what I understand. I ...
Hi- I am also starting an accelerated 15-month in June and I'm getting really antsy about the whole thing! I keep having these thoughts like, "Am I going to be able to do this?, Will I be a good nurse?". I feel like the period leading up to startin...
Thanks Katie and Shuffler for the encouragement and advice. It is so much better to know these things going into the program than to be taken by surprise. Thanks again!