New Castle Ken

New Castle Ken

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  1. Online RN to BSN Programs

    New Castle Ken replied to Cqc_Cqb's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I was surprised when I wrote my book at all the options that there are now for RNs. The important thing is to do a lot of research and find a program that is right for you. Since there are so many...

  2. Online RN to BSN Programs

    New Castle Ken replied to Cqc_Cqb's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I think a lot of people and instructors feel that somehow online courses are easier than regular classes. This is not true. Ask anyone who teaches online or participates as a student and they will...

  3. Online RN to BSN Programs

    New Castle Ken replied to Cqc_Cqb's topic in Online Distance Learning

    From what I understand, getting into the Excelsior program as a non-RN isn't easy. They are very strict with who they accept and mostly it is LPN/LVNs with clinical experience. I have only worked with...

  4. Why Is There A Shortage?

    New Castle Ken replied to Melly1022's topic in General Nursing

    No problem. I have been a nurse for over 25 years so I have paid my dues. I now teach online courses at various colleges. They are not nursing courses but related to healthcare. I also write articles...

  5. Why Is There A Shortage?

    New Castle Ken replied to Melly1022's topic in General Nursing

    Good point and different organizations are trying to get those not currently working in hospitals to come back as well as those who are retired. Hopefully they won't get me back

  6. Why Is There A Shortage?

    New Castle Ken replied to Melly1022's topic in General Nursing

    There are many reasons for the nursing shortage and that is the problem to finding a solution. The average age now of practicing nurses is more advanced than it used to be. Nurses usually go part time...

  7. Online RN to BSN Programs

    New Castle Ken replied to Cqc_Cqb's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks. I know -- I have seen some threads go on and on. The nurse chiropractor did not go to Excelsior and I didn't even mention Excelsior at all. Thanks for the advice I will not post anything more...

  8. Online RN to BSN Programs

    New Castle Ken replied to Cqc_Cqb's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The chiropractic clinic that I go to has 3 chiropractors. Their schools each required a BS to be accepted into the program and their graduate program was a full 4 years plus internship. The Dr. who...

  9. Psych Certification for ADN

    New Castle Ken replied to sbic56's topic in Psychiatric

    They also require continuing education hours for initial certification as well as a large number for renewal.

  10. Clayton College

    New Castle Ken replied to HannasMom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Every so often the FBI or postal service do a major sting investigation and close down bogus schools and agencies. However, when the heat dies down the schools and agencies open up again. It is costly...

  11. Clayton College

    New Castle Ken replied to HannasMom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for posting this message and I am glad that you are doing so well with your Clayton degrees. I am also happy to know that the degrees took a lot of effort and I wish you luck and success with...

  12. ADN wants to teach

    New Castle Ken replied to DLHRNUSAF's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Sorry, I can only repeat, or not repeat, what Chris said above. I earned my RN with an AAS from my community college. I wanted to teach so I enrolled in a distance BSPA for nurses with a concentration...

  13. Any one from Wilkes-Barre area?

    New Castle Ken replied to lizmatt's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Nice to see someone from NE PA. I am originally from Hazleton but haven't lived up there since

  14. Looking for Career Advice

    New Castle Ken replied to Strawberry_Gen's topic in California Nursing

    Most of the online RN programs are for those RNS who are already licensed as an RN and what to earn a BS or MS degree. Excelsior allows those with extensive experience (like an LPN) to take the...

  15. PLEASE HELP - resume for CNA

    New Castle Ken replied to a_clay's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Good question Amy. Your resume for now should list major points of employment for the past 10 years even though they are not related to healthcare or nursing. This will show a potential employer that...

  16. Clayton College

    New Castle Ken replied to HannasMom's topic in Online Distance Learning

    If this course is just for fun this is OK. However whenever taking college courses it is important to make sure the college is accredited by an agency that is approved by the Department of Education....

  17. Independent/distance learning

    New Castle Ken replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Rue is not associated with Excelsior at all. They sell study supplies and that is all. Some people that I have been in contact with felt that the materials supplied through Rue were helpful but others...

  18. Independent/distance learning

    New Castle Ken replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Welcome. Excelsior does have an associate degree in nursing but it is mainly for people who have an extensive nursing-like background (like an LPN). Most of the online BSN and MSN programs are for...

  19. Independent/distance learning

    New Castle Ken replied to mona b RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Great! and good luck. I hope that you enjoy the

  20. In search of an answer...Thanks!

    New Castle Ken replied to n8isgr8's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Accreditation is really complicated. Regional accreditation is most common and included the whole college. An accrediting agency must be approved by the Department of Education in Washington. The DOE...

  21. Excelsior in Colorado

    New Castle Ken replied to Kir's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Excelsior is regionally accredited and also nursing accredited. Individual state boards of nursing can make a decision to allow Excelsior graduates take their initial state board RN exam or not. I...

  22. AA or BS degree

    New Castle Ken replied to mrsabradford's topic in General Nursing

    I have never had a job where a BSN nurse earned more than I did with an AASN (not including work experience). The associate is a great way to get started but a BSN will always benefit your long term...

  23. Masters in nursing education

    New Castle Ken replied to LuvsOB's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I think this is very positive. BSN and MSN programs generally do not focus on education yet get the jobs in in-service education and clinical nursing education. My BS was in education rather than a...

  24. LPN to RN transition program available on "distance learning"

    New Castle Ken replied to BonnieA's topic in Florida Nursing

    The only distance program that I know of that accepts LPNs to RN is Excelsior College Excelsior College . There is another if you live or work in NJ. There has been a lot of postings in the...

  25. In search of an answer...Thanks!

    New Castle Ken replied to n8isgr8's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I am not sure why your LPN program is not accredited and that may be a key. I can not imagine that a state board would allow students from an unaccredited school sit for boards (unless it is a new...