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  1. Anyone heard from Deaconess about summer start admissions?

    bmw804 replied to StudentNurseMM's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I didn't get accepted either. I received my rejection letter earlier this week. I was surprised. I have a BA in comuter science and I was accepted at one of the local private colleges into their RN...

  2. Becoming a nursing assistant after one semester?

    bmw804 replied to armywife2005's topic in General Students

    I was looking to take the CNA course. I completed my first semester of LPN school, but I had to take a break until my baby is born. I notice that they have a cna refresher course which is only like...

  3. stna training

    bmw804 replied to areynolds's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I've heard that Manorah Park in Beechwood OH has a training program and HCR manor

  4. Purchasing a House and Financial Aid/Loans

    bmw804 replied to jillsy27's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I purchased my home two years ago. I am planning to attend a direct entry program and it will be impossible for me to work full time. I have calculated that I should be ok with using my loans as...

  5. Nursing AND IT technology?

    bmw804 replied to bth44's topic in Nursing Career

    You may want to look into nursing informatics. There is a forum

  6. Direct Entry Programs- How hard to get in?

    bmw804 replied to GoodyNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am feeling really down right now. I was accepted into a traditional BSN program at a really good nursing school Ursuline College. The accelerated program was full for this year so I applied for the...

  7. Has anyone completed the PN component at Deaconess?

    bmw804 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I contacted Deaconess yesterday to get more information on their program. I was informed that I could not just do the practical nursing component that I had to sign an agreement for the the two year...

  8. Retyping/writing notes

    bmw804 replied to TLC RN's topic in General Students

    I tape my lectures and write them in class then I retype them from the tape and notes. This is my first time doing it. I didn't do so well on my last exam. I think doing an outline from the book...

  9. The Spring '05 Anatomy & Physiology Club: A&P 2

    bmw804 replied to SCmomof3's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was debating if I would discuss my issue on the forum. Everyone has gotten such good grades. I didn't do so well on my first lecture exam . The lab exam I did get 23.5/25 that wasn't too bad. But...

  10. Cheap STNA Classes

    bmw804 replied to scatteredcontent's topic in Ohio Nursing

    You may want to try some nursing home facilities. I will be looking for a stna job this summer and I have found a couple of facilities that will provide training. I think you may have to agree to work...

  11. Considering LPN school--Questions....

    bmw804 replied to johnwe's topic in General Nursing

    I am in a similar situation, finishing my master's in computer science, but I no longer have the desire to sit in a cubicle for over 8 hours and put up with corporate issues. I started taking LPN...

  12. Cleveland Clinic

    bmw804 replied to TLC RN's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I used to work at the Clinic for 8 years in different areas. While I was in high shcool I did a co op over the summer working on the floors. It was very good experience. I had changed my entie plan...

  13. Share you Deaconess Experiences!

    bmw804 replied to kate930's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am also considering Deaconess along with two other schools. I will have to quit working my current job if accepted into the other schools, because they are during the day. I sent in my application...

  14. LVN/RN dilemma

    bmw804 replied to dzook's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was planning that route myself, but if you do the RN after you complete your first clinicals or first semester you could work as a nurse tech. I don't know how much they get paid, but I decided I...

  15. Last Day of Exams...Great 1st Semester at Deaconess!

    bmw804 replied to fry.girl's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am so glad to hear you had a great semester. It has been hard going to class several nights a week with the program I am in now. I am really thinking of applying to Deaconess. I am sure its too...

  16. I hate Anatomy/Physiology class!

    bmw804 replied to ana115's topic in General Students

    I agree. The instructor makes a big difference. The first time I took A&P 1 I got a B+. I felt the class was fun and I learned a lot. I have to take it again b/c it has been over 8 years. This...

  17. Anyone a CNA/nursing assistant b4 an LPN?

    bmw804 replied to Maggie in NC's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Wow that sounds like a lot. I am going to check our state and see if we have something like that. It sounds exciting. I am not a CNA, but I am considering it. The recruiter from the LPN program...

  18. What was your first LPN job? Was it difficult to find after grad?

    bmw804 replied to luckymichelle's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The recruiter informed us when we graduated we would make about $16-17/hr. If you work weekends night shift with differential you can make up to $23-24/hr, which is what I am considering. The...

  19. What was your first LPN job? Was it difficult to find after grad?

    bmw804 replied to luckymichelle's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was interested to know how that would work finding work after graduation. We had a recruiter come in for orientation and she told us we could start working as nursing assistants or shadow nurses...

  20. First day of class...

    bmw804 replied to HReneaS18's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My program will start in October its 10 months 6-10 pm Tuesday-Friday and Sat8-12 I think. Orientation is next Monday. I wonder about the length of the program. Why are some programs 22 months or 15...

  21. Suggestions on how to persue my academic career?

    bmw804 replied to CRNA010's topic in Nursing Career

    As a single working parent of two children, I have also had this similar questions. I work full time and I needed a program that would allow me to take courses in the evening or the weekend. I have...

  22. New to Distance Learning

    bmw804 replied to sheliamd's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Welcome, I am also considering Deaconess. I am waiting for my application to arrive in the mail. I am most concerned with finding a clinical

  23. Has anyone completed the PN component at Deaconess?

    bmw804 replied to bmw804's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I haven't applied to the program yet, I am waiting for my application in the mail. I feel a little hesitant. Its seems too good. I would like to talk with others that are in the program or who have...

  24. Do I attend LVN school or Surg Tech school?

    bmw804 replied to hiotw75's topic in Nursing Career

    I have also looked at this opportunity, but here in Ohio the OR scrub techs don't seem to get paid very much and you are limited to what you do. The surgical assistant program is very intense 2...

  25. From Computer Science to Nursing.. need help!

    bmw804 replied to chiliwings's topic in Nursing Career

    Hi, I've been in the IT industry for the past 5 years. I am finishing my Master's in Computer Science. I always wanted to be a nurse, but got frustrated with all the waiting list and I wanted to...