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Thank you!!!

What is an RPN? Is that the same as an LPN?

Thank you for your input linRdsNay.

The CNL portion is built into my program. The reason why I chose the master's program was because I already had a degree in psychology and really wasn't interested in getting another bachelor's degree. Being in a CNL program however has changed my perspective on that issue though- now I probably wouldn't have an issue with getting another bachelor's degree. I knew the role I was going to be taught when I entered the program and I was okay with that- I just really wanted to become a nurse almost anyway possible. The NNP is a long term goal and who knows- maybe I'll just enjoy only being a NICU nurse.

Thanks for your input babyRN. I'm pretty sure I would like to end up in the NICU. After I get my license I want to work in the NICU for about 5-10 years and then I would like to maybe eventually get my NNP. I've always wanted to do this every since I had the chance to visit a NICU when I was in high school. I know a lot must have changed, but I still feel drawn to working with that population. We just had our first foundation clinical and even though I can work with adults, I know I don't love it. This process is hard because we have to choose before we do our OB rotation, but I've been set on going back to the NICU for many years now. I could do generalist peds, but I don't know yet if I would love it. Like I said, it's a hard process.

Thanks rn/writer! Doing pediatrics especially on a med/surg floor was my second choice. I'm strongly considering doing it.

Thank you NeoNurseTX :)

Hi everyone, I am a nursing student in a Direct Entry Master's program that awards a degree as a clinical nurse leader. One of the requirements of our program is to do an internship of 400 hours in a specialty area of our choice (we get to chose our preference, there are not guarantees). I would love to do my internship in the NICU- I plan on trying to find a job in that area after I graduate. I would like to get the internship at my local children's hospital, but like I said earlier there is no guarantee. One of my professors said to be careful of superspecializing since I would need to pass the NCLEX. I am sort of confused as to which specialty to pick even though I love the NICU (I've shadowed there a few times a few years ago). I have to pick an area by the end of the summer. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance for your help.

I am currently in an accelerated program. I would say brush up on your A&P, get the booklist in advance if at all possible and start the reading assignments before the first day of class. It's my 3rd week and I have a paper and 3 exams next week. I'm not sure how busy your program will be, but just be prepared to be very very busy. Also keep on top of your reading and try to get ahead if possible, it will say you a lot of stress if you feel like you're on top of things. Also enjoy yourself and get to meet new people. I love my classmates since they come from all different walks of life. It's an interesting ride.

Hi want2bearn, I'm about to embark on taking a small fortune to go to nursing school. I will be going to an out of state second degree clinical nurse leader MSN program. Before anyone else says anything, I applied from ADN, BSN, and second degree BSN, and MSN programs. In the end you have to decide for yourself if it's worth it. This is probably the only opportunity for me to be a nurse so I'm gladly taking the chance. Even though I may be paying my loans back for most of my life, that's something I'm willing to do since being a nurse is that important to me. You will find similar posts on this topic where some people will try to discourage from going into the program since it's so expensive. Like I said in the end this is something that you will have to decide for yourself. I would try talking to the financial aid office on Tuesday to see what your options are. I myself plan on either getting in state residency for part of the time I'm in school and also pursuing assistantships. I will also be searching for scholarships as well as they are out there if you're willing to write the essays for them and do the work. You can do this, others have done it if you decide to take this path. Do what's best for you and your nursing dreams.

Trying sitting in the front of class so you get the most out of the class. I just finished taking micro last semester and will be starting nursing school next Tuesday. I agree with the comment to go to ratemyprofessor.com to get an idea of how your professor teaches. Also, ask your professor how they would prefer you to study for this class. I tried doing the questions at the end of the chapter for my class, but in the end it turned out to be a waste of time since my professor tested on everything that was said in lecture. Be sure to take notes that you understand and reviewing them after class way before it's time for the exam. Also try to read the lab procedures before going to lab so you have an idea of what you are doing, to save time, as well as get out early. In my class we had lab right after lecture and this was a night class so getting out early if possible was important to me. Also make sure you take notes in lab so you understand the lab procedures and why you're doing the labs and why it is an important procedure. During my class we had lab practicals where you had about a minute and half to go to each station and you could not go back to each station. I found all these tips helpful and I ended getting an A in the class. I hope these tips help.

My prayers go out to her family.

Hi, While I wanna be an NP eventually, at this point I would like to just start my nursing education. I have waited so long to get into nursing school, I've always said that if I got in that I would see how live was with the degree I obtained. I know that a CNL is completely different from an NP, and I'm okay with that. I actually like all the things a CNL degree has to offer which is why I applied to the program and was a direction I wanted to go into. As far as having all the prerequisites completed, I actually applied to UNH on a whim and I missed the part in the fine print where all my prerequisites had to be done before I applied. I actually realized that while preparing for the interview. If the time comes that I want to go back to school, I will probably see if my employer will pay for my NP or post master's degree. Until that time has come, which is probably years and years from now, I will take this acceptance and most likley attend UNH. I actually don't qualify for the New England regional since I am from Maryland, so I will be paying out of state tuition. I've applied to 6 schools total including a community college. One school in Virginia needed more information, but since it costs about the same as UNH I will probably let them know that I withdraw my application from them. As you may have read, I didn't get into Georgetown, and I didnt' get into another state school. I'm waiting on hearing from another CNL program and an associate's program. I'm anxious to hear from both schools, but I'm pretty set on going to UNH, I really need a change of scenery even though I will definitely be paying for it. I think the program is worth it! I never went away to college for my first degree so I think this is a wonderful opportunity to pursue my dream and expand my horizons.

I personally selected the two year track and it's not on webcat. Have you finished all your prerequisites yet? I'm still taking Microbiology and boy let me tell you it was hard concentrating on studying since I was figuring out how I'm going to pay for this program. I am an out of state student. Are you located in NH? Also did you get the official email yet? I haven't I just have the online acceptance. Will you attend the program?

Thank you MissBrittanyRN. I did look into Georgetown, but was not accepted. I will however take a look at the website you provided. Thanks again.