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tfleuter BSN, RN

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  1. Do you recommend anatomy and physiology to be taken alone?

    tfleuter replied to copyandpaste's topic in General Students

    I wouldn't recommend it, but you should seek out those who have taken those classes from your school and see what they say. Not all anatomy/physiology/microbiology classes are created equal. What...

  2. What's the difference - ASN vs ADN??

    tfleuter replied to Em CNA2RN's topic in General Students

    I'm not sure what the difference is, but I've never heard that one is more desirable than the other. Normally one would investigate the pre-reqs for each program and determine which will lead to a...

  3. Ok I am trying to keep tabs, all starting this fall say I

    tfleuter replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My orientation is tomorrow and classes start on the 31st! I'm very excited to start, but I must say, the "start up" costs have been a little daunting to say the least! Immunizations, stethoscopes,...

  4. Did anyone else start out in Veterinary? New to forum

    tfleuter replied to Dana_Lockwood's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Dana! I know this post is a month old, but I thought I would chime in too in case you still check in from time to time. I worked as a tech for 2 years and really loved the work. Like you though,...

  5. BSN grads getting preference in current economy?

    tfleuter posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was wondering if anyone knew whether or not BSN grads are having an easier time finding employment here in Utah with the current economy than those with ASN/ADN degrees? It's my understanding that...

  6. STOP - Don't buy your textbooks from the school bookstore

    tfleuter replied to DolceVita's topic in General Students

    So far I have purchased the majority of my books online and have saved quite a bit. My favorite purchase was a mathbook that the book store sold used for over $100 and I bought it online for $18,...

  7. TEAS Should I take it again?

    tfleuter replied to Tabitha247's topic in General Students

    If you have the opportunity to retake the test and the school is willing to take the higher grade of either attempt, I would say definately go for it! I took the TEAS this past spring and passed with...

  8. FRUSTRATED !!!!! How do you know which prereqs to take w/o knowing which school????

    tfleuter replied to Elizabeth K.'s topic in General Students

    I was in a similar situation when I started my pre-reqs. It seemed that every school in my state had different requirements for their nursing programs. I decided to focus on my top choice school's...

  9. New grad and NO JOBS!!

    tfleuter replied to Newgradtoo's topic in General Nursing

    I think you should take a job in any position you can get. Unemployment looks worse than any area you get into. Any experience is better than no experience. Good luck in your search and I hope you...

  10. Student Loan Forgiveness for Nurses??

    tfleuter replied to metal_m0nk's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, not that suprising at all. Just b/c something might seem like a benefit to yourself doesn't mean you should automatically be for it. I don't believe there are too many instances where loan...

  11. Student Loan Forgiveness for Nurses??

    tfleuter replied to metal_m0nk's topic in General Nursing

    Student loans and grants are the governments way of assisting people with their education. Now we need to add loan forgiveness to that as well just....because? I can see why some hospitals would do...

  12. Is nursing still a good career choice?

    tfleuter replied to mls052603's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you! UVU has a childcare center, but since it is subsidized, priority is given to single parents first. After that it goes by income and then first come, first serve. Great center and very...

  13. Worried about job outlook

    tfleuter posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am currently a pre-nursing student at UVU. Pending a good chemisty grade and TEAS test score, I'm hoping to be accepted into their program this Fall. I'm so glad I found this site but one of the...

  14. Are Nursing schools hurting Nursing?

    tfleuter replied to is5512's topic in General Students

    It's funny that you would bring up sweeping generalizations when you started out this thread with one. And for someone who's still not even in nursing school, you seem to think you have some kind of...

  15. Are Nursing schools hurting Nursing?

    tfleuter replied to is5512's topic in General Students

    A nurse with a poor attitude and insufficient compassion could ruin your hospital stay. A nurse with poor knowledge and insufficient skills could ruin your life. I'll take bad hopsital stay any day of...

  16. Is nursing still a good career choice?

    tfleuter replied to mls052603's topic in General Nursing

    I should also add that I have two sons, a 4yr old and a 7 month old. Having 2 young boys to take care of has made school a little more difficult to schedule, but definately doable. My biggest thing...

  17. Is nursing still a good career choice?

    tfleuter replied to mls052603's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is still a good career choice, just keep in mind that there are very few careers right now that are a slam dunk to get into. This weak economy won't last forever and I feel (somewhat)...

  18. Ameritech recently

    tfleuter replied to mls052603's topic in General Nursing

    I too would avoid the private for-profit schools unless it's the only thing that will work for you. I think the only school that will accept an ASN from places like Utah Career College, Ameritech and...

  19. Nursing schools along the Wasatch Front

    tfleuter replied to mls052603's topic in General Nursing

    I think you will find that UVU's requirements will be...different. Not necessarily easier but the GPA average will be coming down for sure. Three major changes are taking place starting in the Fall...

  20. Worried about job outlook

    tfleuter replied to tfleuter's topic in General Nursing

    Moving is definately an option as I'm originally from the midwest, but it would be preferable to stay here in Utah for at least a little while and gain experience. I guess I'm a 'tweener in that...

  21. Worried about job outlook

    tfleuter replied to tfleuter's topic in General Nursing

    Well that's no good. I hope that the list isn't too long for those who are waiting. Hopefully things will improve

  22. CRNA VS anesthesiologist MD

    tfleuter replied to chrisciwi's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Good lord, where did I say that in my post? Did you actually read it before posting? CRNA school is difficult for sure. No need to get hypersensitive about

  23. Are Nursing schools hurting Nursing?

    tfleuter replied to is5512's topic in General Students

    My school has a similar point base system where only certain pre-req GPAs are taken into consideration. Flat out, if you get a B in any one of the pre reqs (English, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology and...

  24. CRNA VS anesthesiologist MD

    tfleuter replied to chrisciwi's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I've only heard this second hand but.... My uncle is an anesthesiologist and one of the reasons he choose that speciality 30 some years ago was b/c it wasn't as popular and residency was easier to get...

  25. Most Affordable BSN Programs

    tfleuter replied to nnicolee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In-state tuition at my school (Utah Valley University) for a full time student is about $1,800 per semester. $1800 x 8 semesters puts it at $14,400 for a BSN degree. This is assuming one finishes...