rockymnthoney

rockymnthoney

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  1. 100% online RN-BSN programs

    I did Grand Canyon University and it only took me 13 months while working full-time. The classes were 5 weeks and there were no tests or clinicals. Only downside was group projects with people who did not have the same work ethic. Oh well, maintained...
  2. Honduras healthcare team opportunity

    Sadly, the FNP program I will start in November at Georgetown does not offer volunteer trips. After finishing my FNP I plan on pursuing a masters in Global Healthcare which is a PH degree, so that I can get a job with an NGO and work overseas. I have...
  3. Anyone in Georgetown University FT or PT program?

    I am starting the PT FNP program at Georgetown on November 10th. I used up my GI bill doing LVN-RN and RN-BSN but my husband is going to sign over some of his to me and I have been approved for a private student loan and federal PLUS loans. I wish I ...
  4. Volunteer organization requires me to sign a statement of faith

    Feel free to pm me if you would like a list of organizations that do not have religious affiliations that send volunteers overseas. I am going on my third trip, Ghana this time and have never gone with a faith-based organization.
  5. Georgetown FNP Fall 2013 Cohort

    Justin, I am starting on November 10th after I return from a medical volunteer trip. So far I haven't seen anyone else with a November start date but one of our flight nurses will be starting in Sept. How are things coming along with the pre-school w...
  6. Hey all, I just submitted my application to Georgetown for their online FNP program with a November start date. Has anyone else applied? How many years of experience did you have and in what areas? What was your GPA and did you have any volunteer exp...
  7. Georgetown online FNP program- November 2013 start date

    Mine was actually about 5 mins long, I was told content was more important than time. I made a list of the questions they wanted answered on a sticky note and put it on the side of my computer and answered the questions in order. I probably recorded ...
  8. Paying for Grad School

    My husband is active duty military so we will be transferring in Nov 2014. The hospital I work for requires a time contract after receiving tuition benefits and I will not be able to fulfill it. Thanks :).
  9. Paying for Grad School

    Hey everyone, I just got the good news that I have been accepted into Georgetown's FNP program beginning in November 2013. Because of my husband and I's income I will not receive any grants and will not qualify for much federal aid, although we DO NO...
  10. Paying for Grad School

    I am going to do the part-time option since I will be working full-time. I heard back in three days. Good luck :).
  11. Paying for Grad School

    I am going to look at PLUS loans, thanks!
  12. Volunteering bolster grad school application?

    Good luck! I was accepted and will begin in November. You can message me if you have any questions about the application process.
  13. Georgetown online FNP program- November 2013 start date

    Actually got it in 3 days :). I was prepared for a much longer wait.
  14. Georgetown online FNP program- November 2013 start date

    Woop Woop, I got my acceptance email today! Any input on the program will be greatly appreciated and also any advice on paying for their grad school.
  15. how to deal with abusive patients?

    I have to disagree respectfully with those who are trying to blame that patient's behavior on a medical reason, some patients are just nasty inside and out! I would first ask the patient to stop harassing me and then call security! Working in the ER ...
  16. Volunteering bolster grad school application?

    Avenger1 have you applied yet and what cohort are you planning on trying to start with? I have my application in right now to Georgetown for a Nov 2013 start and am waiting to see if I will be accepted. I do have some volunteer experience overseas in...
  17. Medical Missions for Nurses?????

    I have traveled with Cross Cultural Solutions to Salvador, Brazil and with Elective Africa to Malindi, Kenya on medical trips and I loved both companies. I also will be traveling to Ghana in October with Compassionate Journeys to work in a remote med...
  18. Thinking about Travel Nursing

    Hello All, I have been and EMT and LPN for 6 years. I just graduated with my RN from the University of Alaska and would like to travel. I have worked in an LTAC and ICU step-down unit civilian side and also worked in an ICU deployed with the militar...
  19. Teacher to nurse? Questions from a military spouse

    I am a military spouse and have been an LPN for the last six years (3 duty stations) and graduated yesterday as an RN. I did this at a state university in 3 years in one duty station. I already have several job offers in AK and in several other stat...
  20. Advise Needed Please!!

    Good luck! Alaska is breath-taking no matter where you end up. I personally couldn't live outside the city for longer than a few months but from what I hear the "bush" is beautiful and the people are wonderful. Your family will be fine no matter wh...
  21. Laser Tattoo Removal

    Hey, no one has posted on here for a few months so I thought I'd ask for updates??? I just put a large sum of money down for a series of 5 treatments (I know I will need more). I start in DEC and just wondering if anyone has any success stories wit...
  22. Army first duty station

    Yep lots do come back with BMWs,Audi's and other nice cars. They are a bit cheaper but not much. Personally I buy USA made!
  23. Army first duty station

    I have nothing but good things to say about Fort Carson, CO, Fort Lewis, WA, Fort Bragg, NC, Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, TX, Tripler hospital in HI and Landstuhl Germany. If you want critical care experience try for Walter Read or landstuhl! N...
  24. A & P I Spring 2009

    Spring 2009 I'll be taking Psych, A&P1, Lifespan and a COMM class and working 20 or so hours a week. It's all about how you handle your time. If I don't stay busy or stressed I don't handle my time well. I think that you will do fine as long ...
  25. Amedisys

    Does anyone have any current info or input on this company ?