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I am a former UMB student and I frequently took the train instead of spending a fortune on parking (and gas!). Both the Metro Subway and Lightrail have stops that are relatively close to UMB. One way ticket is $1.60, round trip $3.20. The parking off...

I was wondering... What is the rationale for using one steroid over another in an epidural steroid injection? How does the CRNA decide which steroid to use? I am particularly interested in the differences between Kenalog and Depo-Medrol. What are the...

When I entered the program, the admissions process did not include an interview. However, I have heard that they ask standard questions like why you want to be a nurse, etc. I also heard that they ask you to complete a brief writing sample as part of...

I am currently working as a student nurse/tech on a SICU at a busy teaching hospital. Was told that patients on the unit should maintain a MAP of at least 60 or above in order to maintain optimal organ perfusion. Wondering why nurses have to wait unt...

Good points. I thought that 60 was the minimum MAP to keep organs perfused, so anything below that and things start going down hill. Figured it would be better to be proactive and hydrate before this point, but hadn't considered overcompensating. Tha...

Greetings future CNLs! I am a current CNL student (will be graduating in May!). Nursing school has been an intense, but amazing journey! Please feel free to ask me any questions about the program.

Again, I highly encourage you to contact HR for the most accurate, up-to-date information.

I am a current CNL student at UMB. I would direct you to the AACN's website for an in-depth explanation of the CNL role: http://www.aacn.nche.edu/cnl/index.htm The CNL program at UMB is unique in that it is an entry level master's program. Most CNL p...

Hi Folks! I am a current CNL student at the Baltimore campus. If anyone has questions about this program, please do not hesitate to ask! Best of luck to you all during the admissions process!

I believe $15 is without shift differentials, but I would verify that with HR.

Hi Meadow Brook! First off, congratulations on your acceptance! :yeah: 1. Yes, all classes are held in the main SON building on West Lombard. 2. During the first semester, you are mainly doing didactic work. This includes tests, quizzes, and papers. ...

I am currently in an MS/CNL program with no prior clinical nursing experience. Yes, I will be competing with all other new ADN and BSN grads when I graduate to get my first job as a staff nurse. New grads are new grads any way you slice it. However, ...

BTW, Pharmacology for Nursing Care (Richard Lehne) is one of the best (if not the best) textbooks that I have come across. The author is very skilled at breaking down difficult concepts and making them easy to understand. Definitely worth the money!

I heard through the grape vine that Franklin Square is planning to hire 50 new grads in the near future.

My status finally changed from "committee ready" to "wait listed" in mid-May. Keeping my fingers crossed for all of you who have not heard anything yet!

If I may, I would like to reiterate Grey Lady's point. I was wait listed last fall and I was already making alternative plans for the semester. A week before school started, I was notified that a spot had become available (I was notified on a Friday,...

UMMC pays $15/hour during the week and $18/hour on the weekends. I assume you are referring to a nursing assistant or patient care technician.

Hello, TC! I am currently in the CNL program at UMD. To answer your questions... 1. They can take a little while to get back to you with a decision. If I remember correctly, the deadline is Feb. 1 and they usually start sending out the first decision...

This is one of the best articles out there on ABGs. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7624703 ABG Article.pdf

If I were an MDA (hypothetically speaking, of course), why would I want to take "responsibility" for a CRNA who is not even in the same room as me???

Really interesting thread! I am an ESFJ, but I took the test when I was in high school (many, many moons ago). It would be interesting to take the test again and see if I have changed.

Not sure about the installment plans. I know tuition is due the first day of class and then they will charge you late fees after that. I know holds are placed on delinquent accounts, but I am not sure if they will kick you out of class. That seems ki...

See Grey Lady's post regarding admit institution/accept applicant. OK here is the breakdown in terms of classes this semester. NURS 503: Health Assessment, 3 credits. Class meets Mondays 8 am - 11 am NURS 505: Intro to Professional Nursing Practice (...

Hi cookiemonstress! I am not sure about the scholarship. I would think that you would be eligible because by the time the deadline rolls around you will already have started the semester. I think it is still worth a shot. As for the credit load, I am...

congrats on your acceptance! i am finishing up my first semester as a cnl student and you are in for a crazy, but very fun ride! very good guess! you can go to this link for more detailed information, but i will give you a quick and easy breakdown. ...