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I begin my program in Jan 09 and have just completed 2 core courses. Stats and Theory for my program. During orientation one of the most often heard comments from current students (after DONT GET BEHIND) was that taking any core courses early would r...

I went to Union's Accelerated program for students with BS in another discipline. They also have a 14 month program for students with quite a few credits but lacking an official degree (B.S.). Feel free to PM me.

Has anyone had experience with the Live Scribe pen for your program? It has special paper and a digital recorder in the pen itself. It looks really useful. I just have no taken the plunge yet-rather pricey.

I completed an 11 month accelerated BSN as a second career, I realized that a Geology degree was not employable. I definitely was not able to work during my program other then externing. You can work as a nurse extern in a NICU prior to graduation. ...

To take grad level courses at another university you inform the school that you want to take courses as "non-degree seeking" "to get your feet wet" this is pretty common at the Universities in my city. There are usually a couple spots available in c...

I totally understand your position. I applied prior to my "ideal window" to get an interview experience at my dream school and got in! Several friends in my unit recommended I take the opportunity because "life" has a tendency to get in the way...ki...

Congratulations! Call your school's financial aid department, someone there should specialize in graduate programs. I would apply for the FAFSA now, you can do so online. You can begin applying for alternative loans 3 months prior to needing the...

I have heard good things about the Kaplan in class GRE prep course. It is pricy (aprox $1000) however they cover alot of standardized test taking skills. The Kaplan books worked well for me but I think the class would have been a better investment ...

I would look into cross-training and picking up a shift in the CV ICU one a week or as needed by the CV unit. (My background is neuro ICU also) Have you considered getting your CCRN? This will help you be a more well rounded applicant. I found tha...

I consitered taking a similar course thru Vanderbilt University in Nashville. I decided to take several core courses like theory and grad level stats this fall instead. The nursing department offers Advanced physiologic and pathophysiologic fo...

I would definitely go after the CCRN first. It seemed to hold more weight in my interviews then any coursework. The CCRN shows the "next level" of independent thought (or so I have been told) and shows that you test well and can self motivate towa...

I would definitely look at an accelerated BSN for people with a previous BA or BS. Your MBA would make you a more competitive candidate. You would finish faster then at an AD, have a BSN and start gaining experience and a paycheck much sooner. I a...

I really love Dansko clogs. They run 80-100 dollars but mine lasted me for 4 years. I own 3 pairs. Your posture is much better and they have a little heel so I get some height. I also invested in MBT's they are very pricey but even better for you...

I would really look into getting an apartment for the first portion of your program. I cannot imagine trying to read all the required material with that kind of commute. You can get loans for the apartment. Good luck

I would definitely take the CCRN it really seems to help "complete the package" in the eyes of many programs. Pass CCRN has some simple charts to memorize regarding ventilator settings and alterations. This was a challenge for me because RT at my t...

I am using Statistics Informed Decisions Using Data 2nd ED By Michael Sullivan. Thanks so much for the websites. I am literally about to pull my hair out.

I am currently taking an undergraduate statistics course in a 9wk format meeting 2 days a week. As a resident math phobic I am doing all the homework twice, studying like crazy and using cliff notes and statistics for the utterly confused. I still ...

CONGRATULATIONS! Has the shock worn off yet? I received a call prior to my letter a few weeks ago. Are you from the area? It would be nice to know someone prior to January. You can pm me if you don't want people in your Kool-aid. I met w...

I attended an accelerated BSN for people with BS in another field. I would definitely shadow an RN for a couple of days (Both medsurg and ICU) and then a CRNA. Nursing school is not a cake walk and would really be a miserable detour if it is not a tr...

The cost of living is much lower in GA, you will love it. Traffic is not good on the expressway. Mercer University in Macon Ga. is a wonderful program with friendly staff. I took a review course there this summer. My sister lives in Rome Ga, a re...

Definitely go to your doctor or dentist. If you are as broke as I was in Nsg school try a local dental school. Students do cleanings and other dentist stuff at low prices with real dentists supervising and tell them your issue. The internet has a ...

When are emails and letters supposed to go out regarding decisions? Sort of missed that point. Thanks

I'm not in a program yet but I know its nice to get some support. I have been advised to definitely take the CCRN. This makes you a well rounded applicant. The test is not that bad (and I'm no CV nurse) Laura Vonfrolio has great tapes available. ...

I am having a difficult time determining what the anesthesia care team involves (at least at my hospital in Memphis). I have shadowed several CRNA's. I have never seen the anesthesiologist alter the plan of care for the patient or sign off on the p...

During the interview I was informed letters would go out the first week in April.