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  1. UPenn BSN/MSN 2010

    SaraStrong replied to b3starr's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Could any you share your stats, as far as GPA, GRE score... so that I can assess the likelihood of my being accepted??

  2. Thick skin missing

    SaraStrong replied to hurleygirli1's topic in General Nursing

    All I have to say to this is that many people are a- holes. Don't fall for it and stand up for yourself. I know it's hard. After a good try, if nothing changes with the people you work with or within...

  3. Unbelievable family

    SaraStrong replied to cnstecky's topic in General Nursing

    He isn't "competent," as we define it, but he's competent enough to know what is happening to him. I just had a related talk with my parents yesterday, because I have seen for the first time at work a...

  4. I'm going to be an ER nurse!!

    SaraStrong replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    So exciting. I can't wait to graduate and get my first job! You must be

  5. BHSN-Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing Fall 2011

    SaraStrong replied to BA_anthropology's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    I'm so excited for you guys! I was in the same boat last year. See you all in the

  6. Fictional vital sign charting

    SaraStrong replied to Rabid Response's topic in General Nursing

    God, that ****** me off. What's wrong with

  7. Help! L&D Interview tomorrow!

    SaraStrong replied to luv4nursing's topic in Ob/Gyn

    here is the list of questions i answer in essay form before any interview: tell me a little about yourself, what you’ve done, and what you’re interested in. (talk about your accomplishments,...

  8. Questions about travel nursing

    SaraStrong posted a topic in Travel

    Travel nursing sounds too good to be true. I'm wondering how exactly it works. Is the work consistent? How long does each job usually last? How much notice are you given before you're expected to move...

  9. I hate being a tech. will I hate being a nurse too?

    SaraStrong replied to K nurse-one-day's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a student nurse and a tech, as well. This is a decision best left up to you, of course, but what I WOULD add is that there are many options for nurses out there.. you could get a job in an area...

  10. Nursing Student Looking For Hospital CNA/PCA/PCT Position And Struggling

    SaraStrong replied to SuchanSuch's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I can relate. I just completed my first year in a 2 year RN program AND have a CNA license. I have applied, literally, to over 100 PCT/CNA positions at hospitals within an hour of me and haven't...

  11. RN to MSN NP

    SaraStrong replied to 4jen's topic in Post Graduate Students

    This is a helpful link for this topic, depending on if you have selected schools to apply to yet. It is not a complete list, cause it's from '08, so other programs are now offered as well. Still...

  12. How should I approach Nurse Practitioner before 2015?

    SaraStrong replied to ggryz's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    http://www.nursing.vanderbilt.edu/msn/options.html http://www.nursing.emory.edu/admission/masters/msn.html These are a couple of the schools I would check out if I were you - seems to be possible...

  13. I can't believe this! This is crazy!

    SaraStrong replied to fuzzywuzzy's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, what a shameless idiot. I feel bad for the guy, being put in that position! It's up to him, just tell him the facts related to HIPAA and let him decide for himself. If it were me, I'd find it...

  14. Questions about travel nursing

    SaraStrong replied to SaraStrong's topic in Travel

    Thank

  15. Scribes in the ED

    SaraStrong replied to whichone'spink's topic in Emergency

    This was a helpful thread, thanks! Just interviewed for an ED scribe position

  16. ED Nursing - BCEN

    SaraStrong posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm interested in pursuing a BCEN certification after graduation - I'm wondering, for those of you who have taken the exam, what resources you used to study from?

  17. ED Nursing - BCEN

    SaraStrong replied to SaraStrong's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks!

  18. Med Surg experience a must?

    SaraStrong posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've heard lots of people say that getting at least a year of Meg/Surg experience is beneficial as a new grad, because it gives you a great base of knowledge and experience to work from. Do you guys...

  19. Med Surg experience a must?

    SaraStrong replied to SaraStrong's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you all for your input! Very helpful. :) Think I'll shoot for what I have my heart set

  20. Suggestions for RN-BSN online

    SaraStrong replied to EDRNinDC's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I would suggest Penn State, or some college/university that has already established itself as reputable. Relatively new, solely online schools leave a bad taste in my

  21. School -- Over it.

    SaraStrong replied to SaraStrong's topic in General Students

    Thank you all for responding! :) One of you reiterated what I told myself before ever starting: just show up. Your "best" will vary, and at the very least - show up to clinical, to take your exams,...

  22. School -- Over it.

    SaraStrong posted a topic in General Students

    Venting. I want to be a nurse! When I got accepted to my program I couldn't wipe the smile off my face for weeks. I have been working so hard and doing well, but in the last couple of weeks have...

  23. Where are the "normal" births?

    SaraStrong replied to what2donow's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Anyone interested in this issue should see the documentary 'The business of being born.' It touches on many of the things mentioned in this thread. A must see,

  24. Nclex Pass rate for your school

    SaraStrong replied to CNM2B201?'s topic in General Students

    My school is in the 90's for pass rate. I commute 80 miles to get there one way. I would DEFINITELY choose the one with the 12 point lead for passing rate. Even if you have a great experience at the...

  25. Do you cry a lot in nursing school?

    SaraStrong replied to CaliforniaRNnow's topic in General Students

    I haven't yet.. but I know I will! (I'm only in my 3rd week of school) Whatever helps you get through NS, by all means, do it. I'm sure your program is challenging, and your body and mind are...