nomadrn2013

So far, I'm hearing pretty positive things about the "do ability" of South's program.

Ummm not true

Did you ever start your nursing program?

I have commnicated with a student fnishing up her first year and she liked the program overall. I need to check on the FNP credentialing but I do not think its an issue. You can PM me if you want.

Wow you are the opinionated one. You simple nursing skills sich as iv drip Calculations are elemetary for a FEP. You seem kinda degrading to a FEP...

So did you choose a school? I am applying to South

Wow, your observation is hardly the case from my observations. I had quite the opposite observation. Those DCRN's knew their nursing concepts well, are fast learners, motivated and team oriented. There knowledge of gross anatomy and pathophysiolgy was excellent. Never afraid of bedside learning as far as I could tell.

The school is called the Institute of Healthcare Professionals located in West Palm Peach Florida. It is an exciting and unique opportunity for FEP's and DC's.

You are totally wrong. Go for the RN to NP track Doc. You bring a lot too the table. I went from DC to BSN and now Np school. Best decision I ever made.

Have you heard about a new program in Florida that allows DC's to obtain their RN in 10 months?

Legit? Excuse me but with respect I need to inform you that a doctoral degree in Chiropractic Medicine requires a 4 year undergraduate degree that includes the exact pre-med requirements that the MD's and DO's require. Then the curriculum is usually 3 years with no breaks (equaling a typical 4 year track) that requires over 4000 hours of study. There is a one year internship that follows. Board examination, unlike the NCLEX, include oral examination, practical application examination and written examination. Additionally, board exams include examination in radiology (diagnosis of pathology); physical therapy; and acupuncture. Chiropractors can order and take their own xrays exactly like a radiology technician. Chiropractic Physicians bill on the level of primary care and can diagnose every disease in the body; order all lab tests and write radiological reports. A good example of chiropractor's scope of practice is the Florida and Oregon State Statutes. I recommend you read them. Legit? That is an understatement. Respectfully, I recommend you do your research.

The above thread had a few typos. I apologize for the error. I am moving fast here at work.

Hello Chiros out there! There is a new and fully accredited program which is a fast track to FNP in Florida. It started as a program for FEP's (foreign educated physicians) but is fully accommodating for chiros. In fact, the Dean of this program; her father was an "original" chiro back in the 1930's so she fully embraces the field. The first track of the program is only 10 months long; all didactic is online; clinical does require travel but they work with your schedule; your credits from undergrad and chiro school no matter how old are accepted; no TEAS; no Hesi exams; and very affordable. At the end of the 10 month program you are degreed and can sit for the NCLEX. Private message me for more information. This is epic for the chiro profession as you know and the program blows the one in Texas away. I should know, I graduated from the Texas program and it was a hotbed; with a disgruntled Dean and department that was demeaning to healthcare professionals from other fields if you know what I mean.

Thinking of getting started there too. Thoughts? Pros/cons?

How is your program going?