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byrd262 BSN, RN

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  1. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Congratulations on your acceptance. I am considering the scholarship, but I have a few questions though about when the committment will begin. For example, I want to go straight thru to the MSN (which...

  2. Unassisted birth on GMA this morning!?

    byrd262 replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    OMG...I don't know where to start. First let me say...I am an aspiring CNM who will be starting nursing school this year. I work as a maternal-child health case manager and have been involved in my...

  3. Perfume Policy?

    byrd262 replied to smileynurseohio's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's a reasonable policy. Yes. The smokers. I hope they don't forget the smokers in the

  4. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    The FAFSA is the key. You can't and won't get any aid (unless private) if you don't complete the FAFSA. Make sure you have all your financial documents or be able to estimate. You don't have to be...

  5. I *do* recognize the need for nursing theory

    byrd262 replied to carachel2's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Hello all, This is a really interesting thread. Forgive me if this was already discussed (I didn't read all the pages), but is there theory in traditional medicine (MD)? If yes, how is it different? I...

  6. Columbia University ETP 2008

    byrd262 replied to Asherah's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Yeah, their webpage doesn't include a lot of details. Hopefully, it will all work out and we will all get an ample finanical aid package (pending acceptance of course)....

  7. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Coopsc1--Thanks for the congratulations. I hope you enjoy the city. Downtown Philly (where Jeff is) should give a good impression. Don't forget to keep us

  8. Columbia University ETP 2008

    byrd262 replied to Asherah's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I had the same concerns regarding the FAFSA. Personally, I am applying to one Master of Public Health program and a few nursing programs. This process has been a bit frustrating. I actually just...

  9. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    It was very informal and took about 40 minutes. I knew about the informality from JerseyGrl, but I opted to where a "casual suit." I wore a lightweight grey pant and jacket and collar shirt with a...

  10. Columbia University ETP 2008

    byrd262 replied to Asherah's topic in Post Graduate Students

    They probably won't request it before decisions. But if you are accepted, they are going to request it. Not sending it could create a problem if you are accepted and then they find out you did not...

  11. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Yay!! I'm

  12. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN for fall of 08'

    byrd262 replied to JazzyOneRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    My GRE was competitive, but not outstanding and I have a 3.64 GPA. I appliend for

  13. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thanks coopsc1. Congratulations on your interview. Mine is in 2 weeks. I wish you luck as well. And no I didn't go to the information session for Columbia. Did you go? If so, were you

  14. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    :balloons: Oh wow. Congratulations. That's GREAT!! I am so happy for you. Thanks for the great info and "no" that's not cheating..at least not to

  15. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thanks for the info. I can't wait until my interview. Approximately how long did your interview last? I applied to Columbia, Yale, Hopkins, UNC Chapel Hill and

  16. Love Pregnancy, Hate Medical OB

    byrd262 replied to chaun08's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I agree with looking at alternatives to OB such as pregnancy/childbirth education, but I think that a BSN provides back-up. Unfortunately in this field, many people are quick to challenge educational...

  17. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Hi JerseyGir1, How was the FACT

  18. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN for fall of 08'

    byrd262 replied to JazzyOneRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Hello All , I also received my rejection letter today. Sadly, I knew it was coming. I was not confident with my essay. I actually feel okay because I am applying to other programs and have an...

  19. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thanks JerseyGirl. I would really appreciate that. My interview isn't until January. I forgot to ask Danielle if it is a panel interview (i.e. 2-4 other faculty/administration people) or one-on-one....

  20. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN for fall of 08'

    byrd262 replied to JazzyOneRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Oh Wow! That's all I need...MORE ANXIETY (lol). Thanks for the update

  21. Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

    byrd262 replied to byrd262's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thanks Scott. I don't know if they are doing phone interviews. I did not even know that they did interviews :uhoh21:. I was hoping for a quick rejection or acceptance. With that being said, You should...

  22. Columbia University ETP 2008

    byrd262 replied to Asherah's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Does anyone know if this deadline extention will hold up their decision making? I certainly hope

  23. Columbia University ETP 2008

    byrd262 replied to Asherah's topic in Post Graduate Students

    They really should have sent out an email to those who registered for the application. If it was not for this board I would not have known. Not that it matters now as I have already submitted my...

  24. After completing an GETP can you begin work as a Nurse Practitioner?

    byrd262 replied to gkbroaro's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    ^^ Some of these questions depend on the major to wish you are applying. You will find the answers on your prospective schools' website. Doing your own research is the safest way to go, because there...

  25. What was your cohort size?

    byrd262 posted a topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I'm applying for CNM now and need some perspective? This is directed toward those who did a BSN/MSN program, but any insight will be helpful. 1) How many were in your CNM cohort? (Main question) 2)...