CNAinNeb

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 really starting to worder if I am cut out for this profession. I feel I may get burnt out on the profession shortly after graduation. I am in my third clinical rotation in an accelerated program. Can anyone share how they determined that nursing was indeed for them? I am so frazzled that I am 25 years old, and I still dont have my life figured out. I would really appreciate any soul-searching tips, books, stories, anything.

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 completed, my guess is that you are close to having enough credits for a AS in something. If you have already been rejected from UNMC, I would get an AS from a CC, then apply to Nebraska Methodist College for the ACE program, which costs 28k. Another option is the Clarkson two-year progam. Its still pricey, but a much better way to achieve your long-term goals. Whoa, shoot! I just realized you must be in Lincoln! But seriously, just come to the Big O to become a Nurse if you don't have family obligations.

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

Where is this hospital that offers a 25k sign-on bonus? I'm taking out lots of loans, and will gladly work in a hell-hole, if it means I can get rid of the debt I am building up! Money doesn't buy happines, but it does buy security.

Actually, I've seen more the other way around (pre-nursing rejects applying and getting accepted to medical schools).

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.

That doesn't sound like research, that sounds like something you would write for a seminar class. A research paper is something verifiable and objective. I would select a research topic that doesn't require personal opinion if you care about your grade on a research paper. I'm not trying to be a booger, I'm trying to help a fellow pre-nursing student.

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 ideal. I would prefer something that would allow me to do some health education, or something else related to health, but any opportunity would be awesome. Any suggestions? Thanks.

I had a similar experience in LTC, but I am not at liberty to comment on the correctness of the practice, as I am only a CNA. Our resident had MRSA in her urine. The only precautions were "good handwashing." Standard percautions were apparently enough. Excuse me!? What about the poor roomate? Roomate passed away six weeks later from something apparently unrelated.

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?

The CNA's, or certified nursing assistants handle the majority of the bedmaking and simple tasks. CNA's aren't nurses, but cerified assistant personal. Housekeeping handles the heavier cleaning. In some facilities, nurses at both the LPN and RN level would be responsible for that.

I can't help you with the mid-wife question, but I can tell you that all of the nursing schools in Omaha are really high quality. If you already have your pre-reqs out of the way, you should look into University of Nebraska Medical Center, and Clarkson College. Clarkson is a bit pricey (5k/ sem), but they offer a discount if you work at the Nebraska Medical Center. Creighton is another option. Nebraska Methodist allows you to apply to their accelerated program with only an AA degree. In my opinion, you would get the highest quality of education at UNMC. Clarkson is a close second. All of these programs offer MSN degrees, but I am not aware of any midwifery programs. There is also College of Saint Mary, Iowa Western, and Metro Community College, but these are all ADN programs. Stay away from Kaplan!!

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?

If you are applying for an LPN or ADN program, TEAS nad NET are required even if you have a Ph.D. No ifs, ands, or buts.