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  1. what to do what to do!!!

    mariposabella replied to jmmarie's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I say go ahead and apply to BSN programs there is still time for that. I plan on applying ot some in a couple of months for fall next

  2. Be Aware: Don't Go into Nursing

    mariposabella replied to work&play's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    NOT again! Please someone close this thread. If you want to spread your negativity do it elsewhere! Everyone has their reasons for going into nursing. YES the economy is in the crapper, but OH WELL....

  3. pre req hard

    mariposabella replied to JonB04's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A&P I is a lot of studying, but you can do it, the other classes are easy. You should be

  4. A&P II (Fall 2010) anyone?

    mariposabella replied to tmow86's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, I have the same book. We are covering endocrine, lymphatic, immune, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive

  5. What did i get myself into?!?

    mariposabella replied to cresendez2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    WOW! Micro, A&PI, AND chemistry???? Yeah you will definitely have your hands full. I hear micro is tough, chemistry can be tough, and A&P I like Tmowry said isnt hard but its definitely time...

  6. RN vs BSN

    mariposabella replied to jtboog2003's topic in General Students

    Well I have heard of some ADN graduates finding jobs, but I have also heard you have a better chance of getting a job if you have a BSN. Yes some hospitals are only hiring BSN's, not all hospitals. I...

  7. I Think I am NOT Going to NS

    mariposabella replied to Donald11's topic in General Students

    Donald 11 stop whining and crying and call those schools and see if they have exit exams. If they do then tough. Either find another school somewhere else or just forget about nursing school and apply...

  8. Struggles with finding a nursing job....

    mariposabella replied to ohyeah's topic in First Year After Licensure

    A lot of times is WHO you know that gets you a job. In this economy it is

  9. All I see on websites is the Nursing is an in demand job, however...

    mariposabella replied to borinick1492's topic in General Nursing

    NO job is recession p roof, there is no such thing. Recessions affect EVERYONE. Many people no matter what degree they have are having a tough time finding a job. No one really knows how this deep...

  10. Is it hard to find jobs as a unit secretary at hospitals?

    mariposabella posted a topic in General Students

    I have been a waitress for the past few years and Im so tired of it. I would like to work in a health care setting and will hopefully be taking CNA classes next year. Im just a pre-nursing student I'm...

  11. Is it hard to find jobs as a unit secretary at hospitals?

    mariposabella replied to mariposabella's topic in General Students

    Thanks

  12. Is there volunteer work for pre-nursing students?

    mariposabella replied to Capp's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have volunteered on and off at one of the hospitals where I live at. Some things I have done is file paper work, enter data into computers, take patients to their appointments like if they had to...

  13. A&P II (Fall 2010) anyone?

    mariposabella replied to tmow86's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have those same books as well. I was lucky to have a teacher that taught both lecture and lab so we wouldn't be that much off track with lab and lecture. I also have some Quick Study Academic charts...

  14. A&P II (Fall 2010) anyone?

    mariposabella replied to tmow86's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Im taking it as well! I still dont know who my professor is though, so that makes me nervous! I did well in A&P I, but I hope I can do the same for II. Im using the Marieb, book its okay. I have...

  15. I Think I am NOT Going to NS

    mariposabella replied to Donald11's topic in General Students

    P.A students usually have a 4+ years of experience in the health care field and of course have at least a bachelors degree before they apply to a P.A program. Also physician assistant programs are...

  16. 2.65 Pre-requisite GPA... Should I retake classes?

    mariposabella replied to ZeroHour's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You might as well retake two classes. Some nursing programs allow people with not so great GPAs in their program, but on academic probation. Does your school do that? Also are you positive you can...

  17. Took the NLN-Pax-RN / Anatomy I didnt fair so well...should I retake it?

    mariposabella replied to RscodADN10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A C isnt bad in A&PI, but at least a B would be better. If you have the time/money then yes you should retake it. A&P II builds on what you learned in A&PI. Did you buy supplemental books...

  18. RN positions in SC

    mariposabella replied to trimeduRN's topic in General Nursing

    Have you tried the VA Hospital? They are always looking for nurses. Check out their

  19. Taking Bio 223 & 251 at same time?!

    mariposabella replied to CaliJessXoxo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Two sciences are doable you just need to manage your time and make sure you arent taking any other classes unless they are really

  20. Need Advice on Degree

    mariposabella replied to sweetgirl1231's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well I have heard that too where I live. I guess since the economy is in the crapper that employers can be more picky than usual. If you can afford it and have the time then go for the BSN, if you...

  21. Textbook Access codes: What a rip off!

    mariposabella replied to puravidaLV's topic in General Students

    Prices for access codes are ridiculous. The only time those damn things ever helped me was for my accounting classes I took. Other than that WASTE of money! Im tired of textbook companies ripping us...

  22. First Post

    mariposabella replied to texasmum's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi you will get plenty of moral support here. Its not unusual for older adults to attend nursing school. Nothing wrong with that, and 42 is not old. I unfortunately have to wait until next fall...

  23. 2nd degree in nursing WAS IT WORTH IT? GIRL LOST!

    mariposabella replied to Sophiamez's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree, at the CC that I go to they are always looking for professors (especially for the math and science classes), but no one wants to teach because of the crap pay. Also last year they forced...

  24. BSN Required...what does this mean for the 2yr ADN programs ?

    mariposabella replied to DaddyO's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Networking is a good idea, seems like people that I know that have gotten good jobs in these really tough economic times knew someone. I really believe in this economy its who you know that gets you a...

  25. Not excited about Fall semester

    mariposabella replied to moma8gma1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Not that Im a working mom, but if you really want to be a nurse its not a waste of time to finish up those pre-reqs. You do have to make sacrifices though. It sucks you are in California I know...