WishfulThinking9

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  1. Volunteer?

    WishfulThinking9 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm currently finishing up my pre-req for the nursing program I applied for and am still waiting to hear back, but in the meantime, is volunteering a good idea to get a better perspective on what I...

  2. Bachelors...go back to be an LPN first?

    WishfulThinking9 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've been doing much research on going back to school to be a nurse...so far I've tried for 3 years to get into any program, community college, accelerated program, I am applying to a Direct Entry...

  3. Dyspraxia and nursing?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to FlowersInTheWindow's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    It's all about hard work...you might have to change the way you study, among other things, but it's def. doable!!! I have a learning disability and actually have a bachelor's degree in Speech because...

  4. Bachelors...go back to be an LPN first?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to WishfulThinking9's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I feel like it might be easier, since I feel like I'm wasting time applying to programs that simply won't take me, I have an average GPA (3.12) and have taken A&P and got an A- and B+, so I feel...

  5. Bachelors...go back to be an LPN first?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to WishfulThinking9's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Sadly no...Living in Maine for a

  6. CNA work

    WishfulThinking9 replied to Meganbuddy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thanks it was

  7. CNA work

    WishfulThinking9 replied to Meganbuddy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Can someone tell me what a typical day is like as a

  8. Is it okay to not like an aspect/feild of nursing?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to leolomb's topic in General Nursing

    You have to remember too, you are also human! Of course it's emotional draining, you don't like seeing people in situations where they are in pain, physical, emotional, or mentally...this doesn't mean...

  9. What does it take to be accepted to GBCC?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to Betty09's topic in General Nursing

    I'm in the same boat!! I emailed GBCC to see what their thoughts were, but still waiting to hear back. I'll let you know what I hear. It's discouraging knowing I already have another degree from a...

  10. 2010 apps

    WishfulThinking9 replied to slong589's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know what else to do. I'm not the best test taker, but I already have a degree and taken all the necessary classes. Should I email or call to see what they were looking for or what else I can...

  11. 2010 apps

    WishfulThinking9 replied to slong589's topic in General Nursing

    I totally understand! You're at the mercy of someone

  12. 2010 apps

    WishfulThinking9 replied to slong589's topic in General Nursing

    So there could still be hope Crookededna, fingers crossed...So I should be getting a letter in the mail soon then from what other people are

  13. 2010 apps

    WishfulThinking9 replied to slong589's topic in General Nursing

    I would at least call and ask what number you on the list so you can get a picture in your mind if you have another

  14. 2010 apps

    WishfulThinking9 replied to slong589's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes I think these people are just sitting in the dark with blind folds on picking at

  15. 2010 apps

    WishfulThinking9 replied to slong589's topic in General Nursing

    Crookededna, did you receive your letter from GBCC in the mail? I'm worried now since I've taken A&P I, and II as well as Micro. But I do have degree from UNH. My NLN scores were pretty good, but...

  16. Simmons versus MGH Direct Entry Nursing

    WishfulThinking9 replied to questionableresource's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Quick question about the MGH program, I know this might be a silly question, but I've taken all of the pre-req except for chemistry...I have had chemistry in HS and have my Bachelors in Science in...

  17. Spinal Cord Injury

    WishfulThinking9 replied to RedRobin8's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    There are many rehab hospitals here in the U.S. too. I recently had a family member break his neck at the C4/C5 level and stayed in the SCU (Special Care Unit) at the hospital and then transfered to...

  18. UNH DEMN schedule

    WishfulThinking9 replied to wannabecnl's topic in General Nursing

    I have a question regarding transfers...is there a way to start a program at GBCC and transfer into the direct entry program. It seems like most nursing programs that are accerlated start at different...

  19. Applying to GBCC

    WishfulThinking9 replied to Betty09's topic in General Nursing

    I would definitely recommend taking A&P before you apply, it will lighten the load as well as your stress level. I am also taking Micro along side too, so I can get those classes out of the

  20. USM Accelerated Program

    WishfulThinking9 replied to HeidiRNMaine's topic in General Nursing

    Abbie- I'm sorry to hear about not getting into school. I got my rejection letter in the mail too, everything is just so super competitive now. I guess it's back to the drawing board for me. But I'm...

  21. USM Accelerated Program

    WishfulThinking9 replied to HeidiRNMaine's topic in General Nursing

    I know a lot of people who are going into nursing have different backgrounds, different degrees. I have a background in Speech therapy, but I know a lot of people who have business degrees, art,...

  22. Accelerated BSN programs that do NOT require letters of reference?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to karakk's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    USM -University of Souther Maine, has an accelerated program and a master's accelerated as well that don't require

  23. seriously, i get paid for this???????

    WishfulThinking9 replied to rdsxfnrn's topic in School

    I work in a middle school as a Speech & language Assistant (while waiting to hear soon about nursing school myself) I know our school nurse gets involved with groups in our school. Around the...

  24. Volunteer?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to WishfulThinking9's topic in General Nursing

    That's good to know! Thanks, I'll probably end up taking that route!!! I found out sometime next month if I get into school, so fingers cross

  25. Volunteer?

    WishfulThinking9 replied to WishfulThinking9's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Freedom42! I was considering becoming a CNA, but my schedule right now doesn't allow me to take classes. But your post was very