SoberGirl

I don't understand how it's not being a team player and demanding of an employer to work the schedule you were hired for. It tells me she had healthy boundaries. If they are chronically short staffed (by design, I'm sure) that is not her problem. It is the employer's problem and up to them to fix it.

I went back to school for nursing at age 47 after many years in an entirely different field. Now I'm 54 and enrolled in a DNP program. You'll be in good company :)

Doubt you'll get called for an interview. And saying you're sorry - my guess is you're sorry you were caught. At least that's how I'd interpret it

Don't worry about appearing ungrateful or unprofessional. They are attempting to take advantage of you.

Hi RunLove13, I am happy with my choice. However, I 'm sure I would have been very happy at UIC as well. If I had attended UIC, I think I would have gone part time the first year to establish residency then gone full time paying in state tuition. Part of the reason I'm so happy with my choice is I'm absolutely in love with Seattle. I don't think I'd ever live in the Midwest again. Also - NPs have full autonomy in WA. They don't in IL. As far as tips, I was pretty clear on why I wanted to be a NP - I think that helped

Hi illingal, I tried responding to this and for some reason I can't see it. So I'll try again. I do think it is a group interview; however I would have been commuting from Rochester, MN so I was able to do an interview via Skype. For some reason, we couldn't connect, so I just interviewed on the phone. I interviewed with the program lead for psych. I had already talked to her at length about the program in the past, so she knew who I was. The questions were primarily focused on why I wanted to get my DNP, what I understood the NP role to be, where my interests lie, what I might want my DNP project to be, etc. It was very low key and casual. I ended up accepting the University of Washington's offer and moved to Seattle. Please message me if you have any other questions.

Hi Kfitzy89, Yes, Rush is the real deal. If you look at their curriculum compared to some other schools you will see what I mean. It is online which is not a good fit for me. They do, however, give you the option of taking the initial classes on campus.

Hi [COLOR=#003366]nurse carla Espinosa, I ended up accepting an offer from the University of Washington and moved to Seattle instead. As for advice, I'd focus on a good essay. You can PM me also. good luck.

I was also accepted to the University of Washington and am attending there. I can tell you I was impressed with the curriculum at Rush.

Ok guys. I started a FB group. Search for UW DNP Fall 2014 cohort. If you can't find it, pm me here and I'll send you a link.

I was accepted about a month ago. DNP Psych track. Full time and when I met with my adviser and was interviewed I was told both FT and PT are online. Have you heard different?

I was accepted about a month ago. DNP Psych track. I currently live in MN and am thinking of relocating to Chicago.

I'm the PMHNP track. I was also accepted to Rush so am waiting for word on scholarship packages. I know some of us are moving from out of state. Is anyone interested in maybe starting a FB group? I'd be interested in communicating more and also seeing about getting a room mate :).

I'm at the Chicago campus. Was accepted to 2 other programs now I have to decide where I want to go :).

Hi PNW_NPstudent, I have applied to Harborview and the VA. Harborview has a tuition waiver of up to 6 credits that meet specific criteria. I talked to the school and it seems my NP classes won't be covered. As a nurse with a 1 year, 8 months experience, I make a little over $32/hr not counting shift diff. My current housing expense is $750 which includes utilities, etc. I don't know how much more (if any) I could expect to make in Seattle and for sure my housing will be much higher. I am flying out tomorrow to check it out. I was also accepted to UIC today. Thanks for your input.