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  1. LPN program at Columbus State

    foreverLaur replied to pnhopeful's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Yep I'm 6th quarter RN at CSCC. I posted about the HESI in one of the other threads

  2. CSCC online track application

    foreverLaur replied to lisalpetrie's topic in Ohio Nursing

    The math is VERY basic and you have a calculator. It was actually embarrassingly easy. The only part worth studying is roman numerals and household conversions. The reading/grammar part is also at...

  3. With BSN at Chamberlain can you get an MSN elsewhere???

    foreverLaur replied to bharlan712's topic in Chamberlain College

    Don't assume all schools/programs are like yours. I graduated from a University that is one of the biggest in the entire country and I never felt like a number there. I now work at a massive medical...

  4. Good Idea to Disclose Criminal Background and Stipulations on Cover letter??

    foreverLaur replied to lashuna1028's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I agree. Sell yourself for the job. If you are offered a job, then disclose, as those are usually contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen. Then let them know what is going to...

  5. With BSN at Chamberlain can you get an MSN elsewhere???

    foreverLaur replied to bharlan712's topic in Chamberlain College

    I ended up going to my local community college. I had to wait a little longer to start, but the whole ADN program cost me $5,000 and it has a good reputation in the community. I'm hoping my RN-BSN...

  6. With BSN at Chamberlain can you get an MSN elsewhere???

    foreverLaur replied to bharlan712's topic in Chamberlain College

    Chamberlain is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a regional accrediting agency, and with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the National League for Nursing...

  7. With BSN at Chamberlain can you get an MSN elsewhere???

    foreverLaur replied to bharlan712's topic in Chamberlain College

    As long as the particular program you attended is fully accredited, you are fine. There is a Chamberlain ADN and BSN program in my city and I know of numerous grads pursuing their BSN and MSN at...

  8. With BSN at Chamberlain can you get an MSN elsewhere???

    foreverLaur replied to bharlan712's topic in Chamberlain College

    The OP wasn't talking about anything related to financial aid...??? The OP was asking about credits transferring and as long as the credits are from an accredited school, it qualifies. That's...

  9. Should I Bother w/ a STNA Cert before Applying as a PCA?

    foreverLaur replied to JennyFields's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I have had two PCA positions at two different hospitals in Columbus without the cert. No one cared. They just wanted experience, knowledge, and

  10. Columbus, Ohio starting salaries for various Nursing positions

    foreverLaur replied to chels724's topic in Ohio Nursing

    OSU starts RNs at $23.50 or so and PCAs at

  11. What's the difference between a graduate nurse and an experienced nurse?

    foreverLaur replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    Well I have worked as a PCA for many many years (and I'm graduating nursing school soon) and around 70% of the nurses I work with help with baths and it makes everyone's lives a lot easier. You must...

  12. What's the difference between a graduate nurse and an experienced nurse?

    foreverLaur replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    A good nurse helps the CNA give the patient a

  13. ADN and BSN in same year.

    foreverLaur replied to Cahoon BSN RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Where did you find a RN-BSN program that let you finish that quick? I have two bachelor degrees and will get my ADN this year, but I can't find a RN-BSN program that doesn't seem to have a ton of...

  14. CSCC online track application

    foreverLaur replied to lisalpetrie's topic in Ohio Nursing

    No, they do not. I was able to call and get verbal confirmation that my application was received. I applied summer 2010, found out in late September 2010 that I was accepted to start March

  15. CSCC worth the wait?

    foreverLaur replied to kelliec07's topic in Ohio Nursing

    chansen - how did you prepare for the application questions about common critical care setting scenarios? I'm just ending 5th quarter and it seems like we get zero education on critical

  16. Student with criminal record seeking mentors/knowledgeableadvice.

    foreverLaur replied to lchavez's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    A crime or act is considered substantially related to the practice of nursing if, to a substantial degree, it evidences present or potential unfitness of a registered nurse to perform nursing...

  17. OHIO CNA's / STNA's

    foreverLaur replied to ohiogyrl's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    jean937 - which hospital system are you interviewing

  18. Disclosing expunged record to Nursing School

    foreverLaur replied to PatchyPu's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I had a charge (not conviction) that was dismissed and expunged. I did not have to report anything expunged to my nursing school and it did not show up on a background check. I do, however, have ot...

  19. When to start applying?

    foreverLaur posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    My official graduation date is December 14, 2012. I'll hopefully take the NCLEX in January. I have heard some people tell you to start early, some say wait until you graduate, and others says wait...

  20. Duke Nursing Requirements

    foreverLaur posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    A nurse I work with is completing a MSN (acute care NP) program currently. She got her bachelors degree in business, then did an associates degree in nursing program. In her area, that allows you to...

  21. board actions

    foreverLaur replied to snavarRN's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    what is a signed consent to get your

  22. Duke Nursing Requirements

    foreverLaur replied to foreverLaur's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    It seems to be the requirement for any advanced nursing position

  23. Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Psych Patients

    foreverLaur replied to rn/writer's topic in Psychiatric

    My hospital uses RNs and PCT (psychiatric care techs). The PCTs (what I am) are unlicensed and do vitals, blood draws, safety checks (continuously circle the unit and make sure you have eyes on every...

  24. Low GPA...Getting accepted

    foreverLaur replied to cljonesfuturenurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's doable - all in the essay! I graduated with my BA with a 2.3 cumulative GPA. I worked 2 years as a PCA and started nursing school. I graduate this December and I have a 3.8 in nursing school....

  25. HIPAA in regards to mental health + police report

    foreverLaur posted a topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I work in inpatient psych and was assaulted by a patient. I decided I wanted to file a police report to cover my bases, but will likely not press charges as it won't ever go anywhere due to it being a...