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  1. What has happened to nursing?

    I know, it will probably change once I get there. But I came from the banking industry and hated it with a capital H due to some of the same things that she spoke about. So, this time around, I...
  2. One entree per person,please

    Next year, all of the nurses in each unit should get together and show your appreciation for each other. Have a pitch in or something. Maybe management will catch on and catch
  3. What has happened to nursing?

    Wow! When I read the title I thought the post would be about the attitudes and personalities of the nurses and not the profession. All I can say is if you LOVE nursing, try to understand the rules...
  4. Navy Nurse Candidate Program

    I was under the impression that you had to have a four year nursing degree because the Navy does not accept an ADN. However, there is a page on Facebook that is called Navy Nurses where you can post...
  5. Navy Nurse Candidate Program

    I do have a questions that is not specific to the program. What are the physical fitness requirements for the Navy? I'm not a runner (weak angles or I just don't know how to position my feet while...
  6. Navy Nurse Candidate Program

    okay, thanks! yep, I have several questions. I have contacted a recruiter online, but I think I will go on campus today and get the direct phone number off the bulletin board in the Nursing
  7. Navy Nurse Candidate Program

    Hi Just Cause, I too am looking into the program. Do you recieve benefits while still a
  8. Fired but asked to resign!

    OMG! It's an expression. AND, I am way, way too mature to continue a disagreement with someone I don't know over the email on a private line. Are you still in high school? GET A
  9. Fired but asked to resign!

    No one is making an excuse for her lack of attention to the policies that exist on the job. All I am saying is that envy and jealous DO exist on the job and DO play a role in decisions that are made....
  10. Fired but asked to resign!

    No...BooBoo, little miss perfect is not mhy favorite show. The Real World
  11. Fired but asked to resign!

    Although you say there are no politics in your unit, it's all about the job, we all know different. Women, especially women, are catty, petty and ridiculous to say the least. Of course jealously...
  12. Fired but asked to resign!

    Okay, sweetie. Calm down. How about just giving her some constructive advise that will help her in the future. You must be one of those people who feels that they always have to call someone out....
  13. Navy Nurse Candidate Program

    Did you talk to the recruiter? I am also interested in this program. I also think that it is a great opportunity to serve our country and help ourselves as well.
  14. Life as a Navy nurse (pros and cons)

    I also am older, 35 and I wanted to look into the Navy nurse program. I will be entering SON in the Fall and I think the program will be a great opportunity for my me, my husband and our three...
  15. I'm so mad at myself....I screwed up my gpa.

    I did the same thing as all of you, except when I graduated with a degree in accounting, I had a 2.59. OMG is right. The good thing is that the accelerated program at IUPUI takes a minimum of 2.5...
  16. Required Classes for Nursing School

    No, physiology is needed for the nursing degree,however, it is not required to be taken before acceptance to nursing school. My grades are great and I volunteer and I have a passion for nursing and...
  17. Required Classes for Nursing School

    I really need to speak to a counselor. I want to apply this semester, but I am hestiant because so many people I know are taking at least physiology (which is not required to get in). I am now...
  18. Required Classes for Nursing School

    Yep, microbiology and physio are not required before the more and more people are taken those before they apply.
  19. Paying for nursing school

    I have a bachelors degree already and have unfortunately used up all of my financial aid and loans. I currently work at UPS at night to recieve the free benefits and tuition reimbursment. The cost...
  20. Working and Nursing courses

    What works for me is working at UPS at night. They pay 100% of my healthcare benefits and medicine and $1500/semester in tuition reimbursement. The hours suck, but I am able to take classes in the...
  21. my husband....the jerk......sorry this is a rant :)

    Yes, Heather, he is a jerk. I have to say that I am greatful to my husband for allowing me to quit my job and go back to school. Congratulations on getting in to school. Ask for help from your...
  22. 33 years old and starting over

    I am also returning to school for nursing. I have just completed my first 3 of 5 prerequisites for the traditional program. I understand exactly how you feel. I was really intimidated at first, until...