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Shelbel, I was just wondering if you would be willing to share any tips on how you were able to get an RN position at a hospital in the Bay Area. I just graduated from a BSN program and moved from Portland to the Bay this August. I've talked to quite a few nurses advising me to look out of state for jobs. My husaband's friend's wife which was a new grad spent almost an entire year looking for an RN job. I've found many job postings require 1-3 years experience which makes me under-qualified. I would appreciate any feed back. And congrats on your job! I'm sure it was not easy to find.

On the California State Board of Nursing webpage it has a mailing request form for fingerprint cards. So can we get fingerprinted in OR with this card and send it to CA? https://app.dca.ca.gov/rn/requests.asp Another question, is this the CA license paperwork that needs to be submitted when taking the exam in OR? http://www.rn.ca.gov/pdfs/applicants/exam-app.pdf

Hi Angie, My name is Kim. I am also going to start nursing at UP this Spring. I think you might be able to add me on facebook through my email at [email protected]. As for the theology classes, I took Old Testament and New Testament this summer at Mt. Hood CC to save money. You should really think about taking it there because it'll save you a lot of money. I took mine online so maybe they will have these classes online in the fall as well.

Hello everyone, I keep reading posts from other folks claiming Linfield nurses as basically incompetent when it comes to clinical experience. Are there any current Linfield nursing students or graduates that can please refute these claims?? I applied to Linfield for next year, and I just want some input from actual Linfield students before I decide which program is best for me. Thanks

I also applied to Linfield for their bsn program. I read somewhere on another thread that Linfield students don't get a lot of clinical experience, and they focus more on community health. I'm not sure if these claims are true, but it is something to consider when deciding which school you want to go to.

I got into UP's Spring cohort! But don't worry; For those of you who are waitlisted, you still have a chance. I really want to go OHSU, so I'm still waiting for their letter.

Hi! I applied OHSU's bsn program in Ashland and also received the financial aid letter. It just means they received your application-- does'nt imply anything else than that.

Hi, I was just wondering when your letter from UP came? I received a big packet from UP today telling me that I was accepted as a "transfer student". It didn't say anything about nursing, so I'm curious whether my acceptance letter has yet to come.

Hello! I am currently a sophomore. I applied to OHSU-Ashland, Linfield, and UP's traditional BSN programs. Does anyone know exactly when OHSU notifies it's applicants? I read online that Linfield notifies its applicants in April and expects them to put down a deposit by middle of May. I really want to go to OHSU, and it would suck to have to put down a hefty deposit for Linfield before knowing I get accepted to OHSU.

Hello everyone, I just applied to the Spring 2011 BSN program at Linfield as well as OHSU and UP. I was just wondering whether Linfield gives a good amount of scholarships for nursing students. Do you think it's too much stress to be working while doing the program? One more question, I read that Linfield will pay round trip airfare to another country if students decide to take advantage of the January Term's travel abroad program. Have any of you traveled abroad yet? Thanks!

I was thinking about getting my CNA this summer. Do you think it's impossible to work part time (maybe 15 hours a week) while being in the program? I've got to find a way to pay for housing while I'm down there, but I read somewhere on OHSU's website saying they don't recommend that bsn students work while going to school.

Thanks and good luck to you too! I guess we won't find out out until June.

Thanks again for replying. I haven't even been accepted to the program yet and I'm already thinking about housing. I have my proctored essay next Friday and I'm so nervous. By the way, are you currently attending OHSU in Ashland?

Do you think it would be a good idea to live in Medford? Also, I was thinking about getting a moped. Does it snow or rain there real often?

Hello everyone, I might be attending OHSU in Ashland next year, and I was just wondering whether I should bring my car there. Is it difficult to get around by bus? Are the hospitals really far? Thanks!

Congradulations on your acceptance! Sorry I don't know the answer to your question but I also have a question for you. I plan on applying to OHSU Ashland campus this January and I was just wondering what kind of GPA did you have? And did you have any volunteer experience? I am a sophomore this year and I'm really nervous about applying. If you can put my mind at ease, I would very grateful to you. Thanks.

Hey I'm actually attending PCC this summer but I'll be transferring to PSU in the fall. Are you taking summer classes?

Thanks so much for replying. I actually just wrote this essay last night because I had so much on my mind. I was trying to think of something different to make the admissions people remember me. But yes, you're right I really don't like my beginning now that I think of it. lol I dwell too much on negative things. Gosh I just want to write something completely unique. I am not the best writer and I really don't want to be overlooked with my essay.

Hi, I plan on applying to OHSU La Grande campus next year but I was just wondering if anyone who is attending their can tell me what their prerequisite GPA was. I also want to know whether or not if they finished all their prerequisites before applying or while applying because I hear the applicant is competitive depending on how many prereqs are finished.

In my story, I am not the typical protagonist that despite unprecedented events is able to triumph over tragedy but in fact, a puppet. A puppet in the midst of self-emerging predicament. My father, a boat person of the post-Vietnam war immigrated to the United States with only pennies in his pockets. He came from a war ridden and impoverished childhood that forced him to quit school and join the military at an early age. My father was determined to give me a stable life and make sure I received a good education. He raised me to be a hard working, appreciative and most importantly, empathetic person. However, his great expectations were more than a burden any child should bear. He wanted me to become a doctor and for as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to be a doctor. For many years, I acknowledged my father's wishes but always sought to it as if it were my dream. It was not until I entered high school when I realized how much control my father had over my life. I realized this when I soiled my perfect straight A's. As ridiculous as this may sound, I thought my life was over that day. No more chance of valedictorian, no other way of being the best. And then it hit me. What was wrong with me? How could a simple grade be the cause of my breakdown? My father had so much influence over me that I had built years of pressure on my shoulders. I was so confused. I wasn't sure if being a doctor was for me anymore. Unable to distinguish my own aspirations from his, I lost my identity. In the coming years, I attempted to expose myself to different environments by volunteering through many different organizations, in hope of finding clarity. August___2007 changed my life. Several weeks ahead, I signed up for Camp P.L.A.Y. for the Providence Center for Medically Fragile Children. I showed up for orientation that day not knowing what to expect. I was very overwhelmed by the sight of seeing so many children work up the strength to make movements- minimal movement of which I took for granted. Each child suffered from different levels of handicap. Nearly all of them were in wheelchairs, many were deaf and some were blind. Unsure of myself, I worked up the courage to continue volunteering. I was uncomfortable at first but with each and every passing day I spent working with the nurses, I grew to love it. From finger-painting to lots of massaging, and even water balloon fights we found ways to stimulate their minds and put smiles on their faces. I was lost at some point in my life but after this experience, I know I have the heart to become a nurse. I am not a perfect person, I did not embrace those children immediately but my father has instilled great morals in me. I am compassionate and empathetic to those around me. Being able to see those children smile through their every day hardships was the most gratifying experience. I have since volunteered for other hospitals, slowly building my knowledge of what it takes to become a nurse. I know nursing is a profession that is more than just treating a patient but being able to provide the best care to someone's loved one. It takes patience, compassion, skill and relentless will to become a nurse. I am confident that my past experiences will forever drive my passion to succeed at OHSU. i really don't think i ended it well. please help me, any feedback is much appreciated!!