ParkerBC,MSN,RN

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  1. Mama's Heading Back to School

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to laski's topic in General Students

    I hope that my response will give you a little insight. I decided to pursue the second degree BSN option. It was an accelerated program. Each semester was seven weeks long…between 9-12 credit hours...

  2. need some advice about school

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to kristina24's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    grntea, i wanted to take this opportunity to say thank-you for providing responses with a significant amount of value. i have read several of your posts and you do such an excellent job of...

  3. Does Pearson Vue post results on a saturday?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to xdelitezx's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats…sounds as though you passed

  4. I didn't take 265 questions, and the screen said is over, did i pass?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to babyqiqi's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats Babyqiqi!!!!!!!!!!! I know it will be easier to say than do because I was in your shoes not long ago...you got the good pop-up. Relax and

  5. Where should I get my license??

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to burks0916's topic in General Students

    there are two options. first, you can apply for your ca license and sit for nclex. when you are ready to move, you will need to fill out an endorsement application for the state of utah. you should...

  6. Help with Dosage!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to uwa2012's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    "so according to your logic i can be a student in your class, cheat on every test and ace the class and you would be ok with that because it would be on my conscious?" where did you dream of this...

  7. Math is killing me!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to ncbeachmommy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I hate to be the bubble buster here...but when you get into nursing school, you will need to know proportion ratios to solve dosage calculation problems. So, solving for X will not go away. While it...

  8. Help with Dosage!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to uwa2012's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I have recently started teaching Dosage Calculations to nursing students. It is my experience that simply giving hints doesn’t help the students to learn. People become good at math by practicing...

  9. Help with Dosage!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to uwa2012's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree with you to a certain extent. Generally with math, I know I need to see the problems worked out so that I can see where the steps come into play. If I don't understand the steps, then I can...

  10. Help with Dosage!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to uwa2012's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    1. Convert weight from lbs to kg: 95lbs/2.2kg/lb = 43.2kg mg/hr = 0.7mg x 43.2kg = 30.2mg/hr mg/min= 30.2mg/hr / 60min/hr = 0.50mg/min ml/hr = 1000mg = 30.2mg...

  11. admission stats

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to soccergrl54's topic in General Students

    Generally schools will post incoming cohort stats on their website. Your GPA and GRE scores are fine. You do not need a 4.0 cumulative GPA to get into nursing school. My cumulative undergraduate...

  12. Any indiana nurses w/ a probationary license????

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to cna2lpn80's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I am in the process. I was upfront about my license and the restrictions. I faxed over the probation order I received from ISBN. I asked the HR person if it will affect my eligibility of getting...

  13. FAFSA/Pell Grant question

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to heartnurse4's topic in First Year After Licensure

    LOL...I know it can be confusing. You will be entering at a Third

  14. Warning potential nursing students

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to superduperawesome's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I paid around 33K for my BSN. I chose to attend a private university though. When you say the bills are higher than what was quoted, where were the differences? Generally, the tuition is disclosed...

  15. FAFSA/Pell Grant question

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to heartnurse4's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You are not eligible for a Pell Grant if you have earned a Bachelor degree. So, if you do the RN to BSN, and you meet the income requirements, you will be awarded the Pell Grant along with other state...

  16. How many times should I take NCLEx before I give up?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to branzilla's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am sorry to hear your situation. What kind of student loans do you have? If they are government, you should apply for a hardship forbearance. I think some private lenders also offer the option....

  17. Pearson Vue Trick - Poll once you receive your results

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It took me about 20 minutes to get home after testing. I tried to re-register and got the good pop-up. I purchased the quick results in 48 hours and I

  18. When can nurse grads take the NCLEX? Process for licsensure?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to layleebug's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I sent in my application the day I graduated. My school did not send in the degree conferral until about two weeks after I applied. Once ALL of the paperwork is at the BON, they will send you the...

  19. Will I ever become a nurse ??

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Happynow2011's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Tiger, Why do you suppose it is impossible finding a job? Is it the fact the license is probationary or of the criminal history check. I recently went in front of the board in Indiana and received a...

  20. HAS ANYONE BEEN APPROVED OR DENiED W/ RECORD

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to chinadollie's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    It sounds as though most are successful in getting the Board of Nursing to grant licenses. I went in front of the board yesterday. I have was arrested three times (all three buying stolen property)....

  21. Straight B student?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to magichospital's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You should make it a point to contact the nursing office at the school you are interested in attending. Only they will be able to confidently tell you whether or not your grades will be adequate...

  22. Pharmacology and Pathophysiology

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Clever Username's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Generally, professors have the assumption that their students have already taken a year of anatomy and physiology prior to taking pathophysiology. It would be like taking Organic Chemistry before...

  23. Accepted into adn program this fall. Should i accept or decline?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to marcopolo's topic in General Students

    There are so many different options to take in order to get a BSN. If you chose to take the ASN route, you will be able to gain experience and a salary while going back for a BSN. You will be...

  24. Is overkill possible for nursing student curriculum?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Despareux's topic in General Students

    You’re preaching to the choir. I just completed an accelerated program (63 credit hours in 14 months). During the summer, I had: Peds and OB in 5 weeks, Adult Health II and Pharmacology in 4 weeks,...

  25. Indiana Wesleyan (ABSN)...how competitive?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to starmickey03's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Tips for those accepted into IWU’s accelerated program: 1. DO NOT wait until the last minute to complete your assignments. I have seen a person fail because of this. 2. DO NOT be one of...