NatashaFromOregon

NatashaFromOregon

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  1. Associates or Bachelors?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to mickjordmoll's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Sorry, I know this is off-topic....but REALLY!?? In Oregon PA programs are either Bachelors or Masters programs and the average starting salary is about $65,000. Maybe I'm misreading your post,...

  2. Anatomy II before Anatomy I?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to sissy84's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    i agree; it may be very difficult to get a good grade and, more importantly, get a good working grasp of the material, by taking them out of order. i'm a little surprised that a & p i is not a...

  3. Age you will/were graduated?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to sweetiez's topic in General Students

    if i get in for the fall of 2009 (class of 2011), then i will be 29 when i graduate with an asn. "to climb steep hills requires a slow pace at first."

  4. Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to szccdw's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Not that I know of. After you receive your ASN and pass the NCLEX you can work...wherever. I think some people (this is a very new program) are just going to continue to the BSN, some people will...

  5. Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to szccdw's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Yes, this is a great idea! In fact, it's what's going on in Oregon right now with OCNE (Oregon Consortium of Nursing Education). Seven of the community colleges (mine included) have nursing programs...

  6. Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to szccdw's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    There is really no need for that hostile attitude. Congratulations for working so hard (raising 3 children, no less!) to attain your goals. I am working hard to achieve mine. You seem to have really...

  7. Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to szccdw's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    My comment about the "young and childless" was only an observation. And I did acknowledge that there were certainly those who did NOT fit that criteria who felt that entry to nursing should be at the...

  8. Fall only?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to fUsi0n86's topic in General Nursing

    At my school the RN and RT programs start Fall Term only. If you are not accepted then you must re-apply the following year. I am at a community college; it really just depends on the specific...

  9. GPA little low

    NatashaFromOregon replied to Lastdon9680's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yeah, what they all said. I would re-take some classes to improve your GPA. My school admits on a merit system and admitted applicants generally have a GPA of 3.8-4.0. Good

  10. Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to szccdw's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    This was the statement I was referring to. I didn't mean a literal demotion, as in demoting the existing RNs who hold Associates Degrees to CNAs. Rather I was saying that it was insulting to...

  11. Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to szccdw's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have been watching/reading this debate with great interest, as I have nearly finished my pre-req's and will be applying to nursing school this fall (hopefully admitted for fall 2009). I have decided...

  12. "I'm an uncertified medical assistant"

    NatashaFromOregon replied to Freedom42's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    HAHAHAHAHAHA!! SO SORRY! I didn't realize this post was so old! Whoops! Feel free to bury it once

  13. "I'm an uncertified medical assistant"

    NatashaFromOregon replied to Freedom42's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm not going to get entrenched in this debate....but I came across this particular post and wanted to comment. You daughter is taking classes to become a nurse's assistant. These classes teach...

  14. If you don't get into nursing school.....

    NatashaFromOregon posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Anyone out there considering other career paths if they don't get into nursing school? I'm also thinking of applying to the RT

  15. OR positions for new grads?

    NatashaFromOregon posted a topic in Operating Room

    I was wondering how a nurse would start a career in OR nursing? Many of the job listing I have seen require CNOR credentialing and 3-5 years experience. How do you get your foot in the door? Just...

  16. If you don't get into nursing school.....

    NatashaFromOregon replied to NatashaFromOregon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have a friend who has this same plan! Do you know if an EMT-Basic can work in the ER as an Emergency Medical

  17. If you don't get into nursing school.....

    NatashaFromOregon replied to NatashaFromOregon's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yeah, I've talked to a few RT's and they've actually really inspired me! Also, I had a cousin and best friend from my childhood/teenage years that died from cystic fibrosis.....and my grandmother is...

  18. Question about LTC shifts.....

    NatashaFromOregon posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    This is a question that I know will vary from one LTC facility to another, but I need some input. What are the shifts like for both the CNAs and the nurses? Are they similar to hospital shifts or...

  19. curious BSN OR ADN why?

    NatashaFromOregon replied to butterflies135's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Many community colleges are merit based as well, as in admitance is not based on a lottery or waitlist. Entry into our nursing program is based soley on a point system...i.e. excellent

  20. Question about LTC shifts.....

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

    Thanks! I think working prn would be a good idea. Also, what is the difference between prn and per diem? I was also thinking about eventually getting into night shift work (family...

  21. Question about LTC shifts.....

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

    Anyone....?

  22. Worried about my two C'c... HELP

    NatashaFromOregon replied to ilstudent's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This really depends on you school, how they admit applicants, and the applicant pool itself. My school admits students purely on a points system derived from your pre-requisite course grades. Its so...

  23. phlebotomy tech

    NatashaFromOregon replied to wylie-coyote's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    When it comes to the health care field, just about any experience can be very useful. I'm going to take a CNA course next academic year (I'm actually really excited about it!! ) and then I'll...

  24. Rotating Shifts??

    NatashaFromOregon replied to 2bTraumaRN2008's topic in General Nursing

    Wow....seriously?? You mean that new grads or those who have not been nursing too long don't get a shot at day shifts,

  25. Verbal orders in texas from Medical assistant

    NatashaFromOregon replied to leslienurse's topic in Texas Nursing

    In Oregon a CMA can phone in orders from an MD. Whoops! I didn't see that this post was moved to the Texas