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Out of curiosity, what were your favorite and least favorite classes in the program?

Thank you for the response. I'm heavily leaning towards Excelsior at this point. The price is right and I like the idea of having 7 years to complete the program. Any thoughts on not having taken a stats class? Do you think I need to do that befo...

How many classes involve the preceptor? Can the preceptor be somebody that isn't local or do you need to actually work with them in a clinical setting? Had you taken a statistics class? I haven't and maybe I need to take one first. Thanks!!

Does anyone know if the preceptor for the Excelsior MSN needs to have a Master's degree? I know Gonzaga said the person did not, but I don't know about Excelsior. Obviously, it will be a bit more challenging to find someone with a MSN or another M...

AlwaysleaRN, The other program that seems similar is Gonzaga, which probably has a better reputation, but it is over $30,000. That might be a deal-breaker for me. I'm not interested in the informatics program, but the clinical systems mgt.

Medic 2033 and Mrsilly were kind enough to answer some other questions that I had. I guess my biggest concern is finding a preceptor and what their minimum qualifications are and their necessary level of involvement. I'm beginning to lean toward t...

Thanks for your post!! How long were you expected to work with your preceptor? How many hours a week do you think you devoted to class? Was it lots of papers and powerpoint presentations? I really appreciate your input!!

Were the parameters listed in the order on the MAR or on a different page or different lines? I know where I work, by the end of the month, MARs can get pretty confusing. We have some people with multiple pages and we aren't allowed to write in red...

I will send you a PM. Thanks for replying!

I'm an experienced nurse and am going to do what you are discussing. I have a B.S. in a non-nursing major and an A.D.N. and I'm not interested in spending either the time or money to get a B.S.N. There are several programs out there for people like...

I've heard it happens in some of the Baltimore prisons, but I've worked in two prisons (not in Baltimore) and never heard of it.

Did either of you have difficulty finding a preceptor? Was it somebody you already knew or worked with?

Hello, I am interested in pursuing my MSN and am limited to programs that will accept an A.D.N and a B.S. in something other than nursing. I took one class at UOP, but wasn't terribly impressed. Has anyone taken any classes at Gonzaga? Are they s...

I'm thinking about one of the Leadership programs and am considering Gonzaga, UOP, and Excelsior. I'm a bit apprehensive about a practicum where I am responsible for finding my own preceptor. Seems like I could be setting myself up for failure.

:redbeathe :redbeathe I'm so sorry you made that mistake, but EVERYONE makes mistakes. It sounds like you work with a caring and professional group of co-workers and it was handled both appropriately and professionally . Stop crying!! You sound...

0730-1600 Tues. Sat. Sun. Next week: Thurs Next week: Tues. Sat. Sun..............

That's too bad. It seems like an interesting option.

I was just wondering if you were able to get any info on Excelsior's MSN program?

I get 1.5 time for working on July 4th. My last job would have been comp time for working the 5th.

Funny!

I've seen quite a bit of inappropriate behavior. I won't go into details, but I find it unbelievable that people would risk their license for an inmate or for illegal money/drugs. I go to work and I try to be the best nurse that I can be. I enjoy ...

I think we have 17 beds or maybe 19, depending on how you look at it :) The RN typically does VS and assessments and the computer charting (takes FOREVER). The LPN does the meds, dressings, and most labs. Admissions/discharges are generally done ...

Had an inmate today that repeatedly had a "high" FSBS. He was given 10 units reg. and still read "high" after a couple of hours. Received 6 more units and drank a bunch of water. Continued to read between 515 and "high." Was getting ready to sen...

Very true!! I met a nurse manager at a large hospital in Phoenix that had listed positions and she said that they get tons of online applicants and resumes, but they have no intention of hiring anybody. I don't know why places advertise ghost posit...

I just bought those Sketcher shoes and they ARE so comfortable. I don't know that they will improve the leg workout like they advertise, but they are so comfortable. I didn't buy them for work, just for walking and they do make my calves sore, but ...