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  1. Clatsop Community College

    kamaboko replied to timshel's topic in Oregon Nursing

    The competition is so tight that having more than one B could be the deciding factor. I posted in another thread that the average PCC student accepted in 2010 had 60 points, a prior four-year degree,...

  2. Who's getting ready to apply to nursing programs?

    kamaboko replied to kamaboko's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I don't know what the cut-off was, but I spoke with one of the people who reviews the applications at PCC. She gave me the breakdown of the typical student who was accepted for 2010. Now before...

  3. Who's getting ready to apply to nursing programs?

    kamaboko replied to kamaboko's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Saribeari, Looks

  4. Oregon CNA skill exam questions

    kamaboko replied to rubysunshine1's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Ruby, How did you do on your

  5. CNA exam study group

    kamaboko replied to kamaboko's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Having gone through the CNA program and test, I've come to learn what I can expect from the medical profession (though my goal is to be a NP). Perfection is expected from oneself, but don't expect it...

  6. CNA exam study group

    kamaboko replied to kamaboko's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I took my class at PCC. I used their study guide rather than the one posted online by OSBN. The PCC guide was more thorough in all the finer

  7. The right profession, or just bad examples?

    kamaboko posted a topic in Oregon Nursing

    I've recently taken a CNA class for the purpose of adding the cert to my application for nursing school. (This had been discussed in a previous thread of mine). Now that I've finished, one thing...

  8. CNA exam study group

    kamaboko replied to kamaboko's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Monkeyduty, Yes, I don't expect the written portion to be difficult. It's the sitting down and memorizing all the bloody procedural steps for patient care. None of which I ever saw in practice...

  9. CNA State Exam

    kamaboko posted a topic in Oregon Nursing

    Hello, About to finish my CNA class and take the state exam. Question for those that have taken it, what can I expect? I've asked my instructor and just got, "be prepared". Well hell, our textbook...

  10. How to get that magical "first year" of experience?

    kamaboko replied to kmdguy's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Dan, I'm in the same boat. Just finished the pre-reqs at PCC. All A's but one B. In any event, your first year of experience will likely be as a CNA. Moreover, you'll need that experience (as I've...

  11. Applying to Portland Schools with PreReqs not done?

    kamaboko replied to Junebug0710's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Yes, I agree. Moreover, 4.0 GPAs are not what they used to be. It's so competitive to get into nursing programs today, not having a 4.0 makes one look, well....less than average. I have all the...

  12. Still looking..

    kamaboko replied to melissakp's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Well....I had a sobering conversation with a CNA instructor today regarding the job market. She said that a lot of RN grads are working as CNA's. Moreover, there is a "glut of RN's" (using her...

  13. University of Portland interview questions

    kamaboko replied to Tamarcita's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Well, I don't think they're going to ask you technical questions; for instance, "explain for us three areas in which prolactin works in the female body". They're looking for someone who knows exactly...

  14. University of Portland interview questions

    kamaboko replied to Tamarcita's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Always wear a suit to an interview or something similar in professional attire if a woman. Moreover, don't try to be clever with the ties such as flying pigs or Bozo the clown. Dress conservative....

  15. A request to those in the med community in Oregon

    kamaboko posted a topic in Oregon Nursing

    Noah Biorkman is a 5yr old boy who is in his last stages of neuroblastoma cancer after a 2 1/2 year battle. His family is celebrating Christmas next week and all he wants are xmas cards. Let's try and...

  16. Reviews of LPN programs

    kamaboko replied to Amandamay's topic in Oregon Nursing

    For what it's worth, I work with a former PA who specialized in respiratory care for 15 years. He used to teach and now recruits in the medical field. I asked about Apollo and he said to stay away...

  17. What do I gain from getting a BSN?

    kamaboko replied to JuliaC~RN~'s topic in Oregon Nursing

    JuliaC.... Question for you. Did you have any medical related experiece (e.g., CNA, or whatever) prior to apply to nursing shcool? Thanks,

  18. What do I gain from getting a BSN?

    kamaboko replied to JuliaC~RN~'s topic in Oregon Nursing

    Hello, A nursing advisor at PCC recently told me the difference b/t a AA and a BSN is a job. She said count on getting the BSN if I want a job.

  19. Independent Audults -- How are you paying for nursing school?

    kamaboko posted a topic in Oregon Nursing

    Hello, I'm in the throws of finishing off the typical pre-reqs for school, and am now confronting the major expense of full-time school. I'm an adult, single, no kids, but with a mortgage and other...

  20. Jobs for New Grads?

    kamaboko replied to taz5869, RNC-OB's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Damn, that is not encouraging. I am of the opinion I'll have to take anything, anywhere in the US after I graduate. Does this sound about right?

  21. Independent Audults -- How are you paying for nursing school?

    kamaboko replied to kamaboko's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Thank you for your replies. At the moment I haven't decided what I'll do with the financial aid problem. I have made some proactive moves though; for instance, I'm nine months prepaid on my...