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    Asking pay rate before being offered the job...

    Di Deanna replied to 2BSure's topic in General Nursing

    for those who ask about the pay rate before showing up to the interview; do the employers give you the "it's based on experience/qualifications,etc." runaround? i have done this with previous jobs...
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    How many of you graduated from a Nursing program that was NOT NLNAC accreditated?

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    i have already started to research this. i have emailed every adn nlnac-accreditated program in the state of new york and i'm just waiting to hear back from more advisors. the lpn program at monroe...
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    Sometimes I feel so old (as a 2nd degree nurse)

    Di Deanna replied to SoundofMusic's topic in General Nursing

    i bet many of those chickadees are intimidated by you . they have no idea that you just graduated...for all they know, you graduated years ago and have profound experience compared to them. so just...
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    F/T nursing school/program & NO work

    Di Deanna posted a topic in General Nursing

    i have no idea how to title this thread, so if any of you have better suggestions, please let me know. q: for those of you who attended nursing school full-time, and did not work, how were you able to...
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    medical transcription

    Di Deanna replied to tiffdeandre's topic in Texas Nursing

    ~just thought i might bump this thread~ i live in nyc. does anyone think i could make a decent wage as a medical transcriptionist while in ns? i have a savings account, a totally supportive...
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    ADN --> other Bachelors?

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    that's my idea too . i may be getting head over heels, because i really do not know what the future holds. but i would like for it to be an option for me, just in case i ever wish to pursue...
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    ADN --> other Bachelors?

    Di Deanna posted a topic in General Nursing

    hello all~ i'm curious to know; when i finish my adn, can i go forward to get my bachelors in biology (or something else?). once i become a registered nurse, i'm thinking about getting my...
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    ADN --> other Bachelors?

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    ahhh..that is great to "hear" . i am actually already contacting quite a few colleges to ask them if their particular program will accept a transfer from the program i am interested in, to their...
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    Past work history in hospital background check??

    Di Deanna replied to CeceRN's topic in General Nursing

    i absolutely agree. i'm awesome with my finances..but you wouldn't know it by my credit score. when i was 18, i had a very controlling ex who drove us into 2 cars being repossessed under my name. i...
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    "Delete and Repeat" Grade Policy?

    Di Deanna replied to sashimi's topic in California Nursing

    i am from san diego and i attended miramar college out there for 2 years (part-time). i had 42 credits (or more) when i came here to nyc. once i got into a cuny school, they only accepted three of my...
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    Name the hospital and its Starting Salary!!!

    Di Deanna replied to amadime1's topic in New York Nursing

    when i first came to nyc, the starting pay for rns seemed to range from 70-85k to. now that the economy is suffering, it's a good time for the corps. to start making excuses to lower that. i mean,...
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    First day of nursing School *unleashed* post yours

    Di Deanna replied to 9livesRN's topic in General Students

    :stdnrsrck:i'm glad that you are enjoying ns! congrats
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    ADN --> other Bachelors?

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    that sounds awesome. is the college taking your associates in nursing (and counting it off as your first two years) and just allowing you to finish 2 more years for your bachelors? my concern is...
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    ADN --> other Bachelors?

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    yay...it's
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    new nursing student/mother of 2/wife needs help with time management

    Di Deanna replied to jcbalat's topic in General Students

    this is absolutely fantastic advice/guidelines even for those of us who are not married or without kiddos. i'm tempted to print this out and plaster it on my wall in a frame. to original op...i have...
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    RN program not Accredited by the NLNAC...should I do it?

    Di Deanna replied to tinediddy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    are you looking to get your bachelors in nursing or something else? my goal is to become a registered nurse and then go on to earn my bachelors in biology. for right now, i am emailing all prospective...
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    F/T nursing school/program & NO work

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    you must be awesome with time management. i hate to say it...as organized as i can be.. my one vice has always been procrastination. that's why i was so adament about not working..this way i would...
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    RN program not Accredited by the NLNAC...should I do it?

    Di Deanna replied to tinediddy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    i had this question as well. the college who is interviewing me is accredited, but not specifically by the nlnac. since your lpn program is accredited, i suggest you research other schools in your...
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    RN vs. LPN (Please Give Advice)

    Di Deanna replied to cayces's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    hey there! don't get down on yourself. i think there are many out there that can attest to fumbling on a class or two. i would take the lpn offer, because in the end, you are still going to end up...
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    TEAS (ATI) & PN NLN

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    i posted an update of my scores on each exam. it is in the original post. i hope this helps you all! if you have any questions, please feel free to ask. i'm winging my way through this pre-nursing...
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    F/T nursing school/program & NO work

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    that would be awesome.....if it is available here in nyc. i'm going to have to check it out. did a lot of other nursing students take a nap position as well? it sounds ideal. i would absolutely love...
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    F/T nursing school/program & NO work

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    perhaps a bar in general can help me :lghmky: that honestly sounds awesome. do you still feel as though you have more than enough time to complete your studies? i just don't want to be soooooo worn...
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    Suggestions for encouraging boyfriend in his nursing education

    Di Deanna replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    are you financially supporting him? that could be a start :). tell him to take his time & to not stress...that you have everything else under control. let him know that he doesn't need to worry...
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    F/T nursing school/program & NO work

    Di Deanna replied to Di Deanna's topic in General Nursing

    lol @ 12 pack of beer. oh do i feel you! i am definitely going to have to look into this. how did you qualify for this? bless
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    I was just laid off

    Di Deanna replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    :redpinkhewhen i see an awesome nurse fired/laid off, it really disturbs me. looking around, it makes you realize just how terrible the economy is. i am sending you my prayers, positive vibes, and...