DeLynn RN

DeLynn has 22 years experience as a RN and specializes in Education.

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1. Why Wasn't I Offered the OR Position?

   DeLynn replied to Rose_Queen's topic in Operating Room

   I totally agree, I want to see someone enthusiastic about the OR, not just why they want to leave their current position. If they aren't enthusiastic, they won't

2. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   FYI, if you have a 2.8 GPA you need to do extra steps to get accepted, it's not automatic. The program also requires teaching hours in the practicum for the MSN ED and the program covers curriculum...

3. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   Capella University is accredited by CCNE, so all of these statements are mute. Nothing from your statement means that the school does not teach nurses how to become a Master's prepared Nurse Educator....

4. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   It's quite possible for some to not have any problem finding a job they want no matter where they received their MSN, as in my case and I'm sure many others. It's not easy to graduate from Capella and...

5. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   I didn't have an issue with my Capella degree with any of the positions I applied to and ended up with a very "desirable" job making much more than I was, with a lot of autonomy, room for creativity,...

6. Attire?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   I will be the educator in only physician offices, so no lab or class. The manager is no longer there, so I guess I can decide for myself. I might wait and see what the office managers wear and go by...

7. Attire?

   DeLynn posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   I accepted a position as the nurse educator for 17 physician offices. My question is, what would be the appropriate attire? My manager suggested scrubs, but I feel like business casual would be more...

8. Does it matter if I get my nursing degree at Capella vs another school?

   DeLynn replied to DeLynn's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   I ended up going to Capella and just accepted a position as a nurse educator for 17 physician office. I also want to take the

9. MSN in Nursing Education: Simulation?

   DeLynn replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

   I've had no problems getting several interviews after graduating from Capella with MSN. I'll update on the offers when they come

10. Not qualified for University Program

    DeLynn replied to jax18_mco's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Just graduated with MSN ED with Capella in April and am currently interviewing for four positions, I don't think most places care where you get your

11. MSN in Nursing Education: Simulation?

    DeLynn replied to Nurse Magnolia's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I also did my BSN with Capella, then my MSN ED with Capella, finished in 7 months. The preceptor wasn't hard to find, I emailed my nursing education dept at work and they set me up with someone. I...

12. Where do I go from here?

    DeLynn replied to yudenisr's topic in Nursing Career

    I've been a nurse for over 20 years. I was an LPN then and RN. I've put my time in the "trenches". Nothing wrong with being a bedside nurse, we have all contributed. There comes a time when some might...

13. Where do I go from here?

    DeLynn replied to yudenisr's topic in Nursing Career

    I have 15 years of OR experience. I just graduated with my MSN ED. I have four interviews. 2 are educators for a hospital, one in the OR , another in ambulatory office. one is for a medical device...

14. For anyone considering Capella for an MSN...

    DeLynn replied to NotMyProblem MSN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Congrats! Love the new name

15. Quick Comparison of Hospitals in Triangle Area

    DeLynn replied to AdrenalinJunkieRN's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Having worked at both Duke (Raleigh) and WakeMed, I can confirmed that WakeMed does pay slightly more. Also, their weekend shift diff is great, $12 an hour for days. They have both recently given an...