CNAinNeb

This is a question on my application for nursing school, and I am sure for many others. I have an honest answer, but I believe it may sound cliche that I "want to help people" and make me highlight how undecisive I have been in my professional goals....

Through a Google search, I found that the nursing schools in this area include Briar Cliff, St. Lukes, Mercy, Morningside, W. IA Tech, and NECC. Am I missing any? What are the application procedures/ deadlines? I live in Omaha, NE, but may be movin...

Is there an accelerated or 2nd degree nursing program within 45 minutes of Des, Moines, IA? Any upper division two-year traditional BSN programs? How competitive are the programs, and what GPA do they look for? Thanks a bunch!

I'm just curious. What exactly do flight nurses/ EMS nurses do? How does the job differ from that of an EMT-P? What is the benifit of having an RN rather than and EMT-P in EMS transport?

Ok, this is not even remotely related to nursing, but does anyone know of an agency that will allow you to volunteer abroad for, w/o a long-term commitment like the Peace Corps? Something 2-6 weeks in duration, and relatively affordable would be ide...

Does Omaha have a LTAC center? Like a hospital for people requiring longer than a 25 day stay, that are too acute for regular LTC? Just curious. I googled it and didn't find anything.:wink2:

I have longed to be a nurse for quite a while. I struggled to get in, like many others have. I worked as a CNA (hence the name), so I thought I understood the role of a nurse from observing my former RN/LPN co-workers. Boy was I ever wrong. I am real...

Is this still the case with Health One? Are they still offering this program?

When would be the ideal time to start the lengthy application process? Before you pass boards? While still in school? Just curious.:nuke:

Follow your heart, even if that means giving up the parental help and taking out student loans. You won't regret it. College is all about personal growth, and it seems you have found yourself in English lit. Be proud!!

Kaplan lacks NLN accreditation, but it does have state accreditation (thus nothing transfers), and has a horrible pass rate. It would wind up costing you much more for your education if you get your LPN at Kaplan. If you have all you pre-reqs complet...

Can anyone suggest a particular brand/ model? I would like something moderate to high-end, but not digital, with good sound quality.

I'm sure many of the people on this site have at one time been struggling to make ends meet, while on the road to becoming a nurse, but I feel I am at my wit's end. I have been on my own since 16. My dad dropped me off on a corner the day I was legal...

Anyone work for the VA? Do they hire new BSN grads?

Does the VA hire new grads?

Please don't call them diapers!! They are breifs!! Allow you patients some dignity.

Good point. I know how that waiting list can be. You can't put your life on hold for forever.

What small town? Are you near Beatrice? If you are at all interested in going on for an RN, I would go to Southeast CC for the LPN, or at least for your pre-reqs so you can save yourself some money and transfer credits later.

Just got my acceptance letter to start in Jan 2009. Yippee! Anyone else out there?

Have you ever worked as a CNA? Perhaps they have too much to do. They aren't superhuman. I work my tail off, and it is never enough.

I would like to brush up on my nursing-related math skills before I start NS. Can anyone suggest a book for self-study?

I don't see how this is possible, since a PhD is a research degree. Perhaps you mean a clinical doctorate? It seems possible, since that is the direction NP is going.

I am now a CNA, but I would like to take an EMT class to increase my chances of getting a job in the ER. I would also enjoy the educational experience itself. My only concern is that I feel I may not have the required physical strength for emegency...

Just wondering. Do most students jump in cold turkey, or get experience first? I am a CNA and pre-nursing student, but I was wondering which is more common.

I have an inteview scheduled with my top-choice nursing school. Can anyone help me prepare by telling me what questions they typically ask during these interviews?