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  1. Going to school when you have kids?

    45whenimdone replied to Wan2BRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have a 1, 5, 7 and almost 9 year old. Husband is a 4th year apprentice and he has class x2 nights a week. To say put the "housework on the back burner" is an understatement! Like a PP stated,...

  2. Going to Nursing School at an Older Age

    45whenimdone replied to AmaurosisFugax's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'll be 45 when I'm done with the BSN program. I'll be close to 50 probably when I'm finally done with my ultimate dream of being a NP. I know many nurses who are in their 70's and 80's who are...

  3. TEAS practice test 4 vs.5

    45whenimdone replied to greatpyr_mom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just met with my counselor on Tuesday and he said to study for the series 4 Teas... he didn't even mention 5...

  4. Anyone just take Pathophysiology at SBCC?

    45whenimdone replied to wannabe an rn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    i have the 3rd edition. if you would like it. you can have it for free. pay it forward type thing. private message me and let me know if you want

  5. Late starters = Nurse Managers?

    45whenimdone posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello all you fellow nurses. I am currently taking prereqs to become a nurse, however, I am starting late in the game. I eventually want to become a Director of Nursing for a retirement facility...

  6. any university of portland students out there???

    45whenimdone posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    THinking of applying to U of P come next fall as they have the BSN, Masters AND the Ph.N...all in one school. Anyone attend? or thinking of ? or applied? Any info would be much appreciated!

  7. any university of portland students out there???

    45whenimdone replied to 45whenimdone's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    wow! that sounds great! i will try and get in some volunteer work! so far all i do is the volunteer with the alzheimer's memory walk every year for the past 3 years. ohsu was my other choice too....

  8. any university of portland students out there???

    45whenimdone replied to 45whenimdone's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats!!!! OMG! I'm so jealous! but in a good way for you!!!!!! Any tips or advice on how to win them over? what was your gpa? etc...

  9. OHSU Accelerated Bachelors to Masters 2010

    45whenimdone replied to woohoo123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    For the newbies coming to PDX, check out city-data.com for any/all questions you may have! great site! congrats and good

  10. pre-nursing mom of 3 needs advice

    45whenimdone replied to Lgoodson614's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, I'm a mom to 4. ages range between 10mos and almost 9 years old. I say GO FOR IT!!!!! I know the guilt will be there, but just think of the possiblities when you are done. it's only for 2 years? I...

  11. Late career choice @ 35

    45whenimdone replied to blessed_2Bhere's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    a good friend told me "You're going to be 45 anyway... why not have your dream job and a degree too?..." Yep. 45 when I'm DONE with the BSN program... I think I'll be close to 50+ by the time I'm...

  12. In need of some encouragement, please...

    45whenimdone posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello everyone! Yes, I know that Nursing is very competitive. I'm holding a 3.5 gpa. HOWEVER, in my psych class this semester, there are 35 PRE-NURSING students. I know that a lot of people are going...

  13. In need of some encouragement, please...

    45whenimdone replied to 45whenimdone's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    THANK YOU!!!! REALLY. I THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!!!!!! I KNOW being a nurse is what I've wanted my whole life. I have been a CNA/HHA and worked in the medical field. I love being around...

  14. Why become a CNA? Be a Medical assistant instead

    45whenimdone replied to Faro's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    FOREWARNING: I am not here to offend you (OP). I am only stating MY opinion. I'd have to say I agree with the OP about it being a back breaking job. However, if someone goes into it with "just as a...

  15. If you had a choice between 2 year community, or a university....

    45whenimdone replied to Lala27poodles's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yeah. Though it was short lived, I have found out that I do need a BS in something in order to pursue my MSN. Darn! Oh Well. No

  16. If you had a choice between 2 year community, or a university....

    45whenimdone replied to Lala27poodles's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    And this is EXACTLY why I love this site! All this great information! I was going to do apply to our BSN AND ADN program to see which one I got into first. if it was the ADN route, I was THEN going to...

  17. If you had a choice between 2 year community, or a university....

    45whenimdone replied to Lala27poodles's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Mangopeach, I thought one had to have a BSN in something to do the bridge to MSN ???? I was not aware that one could be an ADN and jump straight to MSN... am I missing something here? Please explain....

  18. Where to practice your Spanish before you practice in Spanish?

    45whenimdone replied to DucatiNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Look into local groups in your area like meetup.com. They have several groups within a certain mile radius that have get togethers that practice their spanish speaking skills. Good luck! And the best...

  19. Planning to move to California...

    45whenimdone replied to tanyaRN09's topic in California Nursing

    I'm not a nurse yet, however, I do live in southern california near the beach, and just an FYI, Cost of living is WAY expensive here. Something also to consider... Good

  20. Anyone applying in 2011

    45whenimdone replied to Rimzy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Updating mine to start of fall 2011. Met with my counselor and she informed me that at the CC level there isn't a waiting list at there... soooo whoohoo! I originally wanted to attend the State level...

  21. What classes are you taking Spring 2010?

    45whenimdone replied to TamiLee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am taking: Psych 5 Eng History Poli Sci Summer taking

  22. stupid question alert...

    45whenimdone posted a topic in General Nursing

    Curious, (I am currently in pre-nursing student mode) O.k. so with all the news regarding new grads (RN's) finding it hard to find a job, CAN a new RN grad apply to an LVN position and get the LVN...

  23. stupid question alert...

    45whenimdone replied to 45whenimdone's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you to those who replied! I appreciate it. I was just

  24. stupid question alert...

    45whenimdone replied to 45whenimdone's topic in General Nursing

    I don't understand why, if you're licensed as an RN which is more experience than an LVN???? (correct me if I'm wrong) to get experience on your resume and if jobs are more available? Sooo then upon...

  25. With all the competitiveness is it worth it?

    45whenimdone posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm starting off late. (already 39).Just finishing my first semester. 3.85 gpa. HOWEVER, being that nursing school is so very and overly competitive, I'm wondering if this is the route I should be...