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  1. Hiring new grad RN freeze

    lizv posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all. I know this has been discussed so much recently on the hiring freeze of new grad RN's due to the struggling economy, budget cuts, etc. I already hold a BA in Biology and have a job in which I...

  2. Should I retake some not required pre-reqs...

    lizv replied to KJackson2015's topic in General Students

    well it depends. the program I am in looks at overall GPA, and if you meet the requirements, then they rate you by quality points for just the required pre-reqs...before admitting students. So you...

  3. considering RN as career move, fears/concerns/questions

    lizv replied to elljayo's topic in General Students

    It's just a warning. I went into it thinking there was so many jobs in nursing. A lot of people have that misconception. But then with the recession people go back into nursing, some put off...

  4. considering RN as career move, fears/concerns/questions

    lizv replied to elljayo's topic in General Students

    job listings are for nurses with EXPERIENCE. Look up the ad's and they will usually say. At least 1 year or 2 years experience. It's the same as you described, like a catch-22. Just type in new grad...

  5. UALR-quality points

    lizv replied to Mrs.Mumz's topic in General Nursing

    no problems! Any other questions, just ask! I usually come on here every couple of days when I'm bored!

  6. UALR-quality points

    lizv replied to Mrs.Mumz's topic in General Nursing

    It's easier to work out a schedule in the summer, when you get to lectures/clinicals it's much tougher to hash out a work schedule, especially the half semesters. In the summer, you will have...

  7. UALR-quality points

    lizv replied to Mrs.Mumz's topic in General Nursing

    I actually got my CPR certification at work so I didn't have to do any CPR training. When you go in for orientation, or something...can't quite recall but they will have sign up lists for classes. You...

  8. UALR-quality points

    lizv replied to Mrs.Mumz's topic in General Nursing

    aww congratulations guys! I remember being in your shoes last year. The first orientation steps are a little chaotic, just remember to get everything in on time. I was scared to open the letter as...

  9. UALR RN PROGRAM

    lizv replied to Witty3RN's topic in General Nursing

    aww good luck! Also, if you're not already a UALR student, you have to apply to UALR separately and be admitted and then also apply to UALR nursing. It's a bit tedious! I'm not sure when you will need...

  10. UALR RN PROGRAM

    lizv replied to Witty3RN's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah I was surprised they have such a big group of students. They have three sites for classes though: Benton, St. Vincents and UALR. I'd suggest just apply ASAP and cross your fingers! I understand...

  11. UALR RN PROGRAM

    lizv replied to Witty3RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hi!! I am responding to your post as a UALR RN student. Just helping you out a little. :) I'm currently in the program and I just started this fall. First, if you want to get into the accelerated,...

  12. I just got my Acceptance Letter!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    lizv replied to OB-nurse2013's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    congrats! I know how grueling a process it can

  13. Sketchers for clinicals?

    lizv replied to VVCN2012's topic in General Students

    those shape ups are soo ugly. sigh. but they do seem comfortable when i tried them. better than the easy

  14. Becoming A LPN While In RN Program

    lizv replied to Ccutie515's topic in General Students

    It is possible and exists at my program. I think we have to take it before our 2nd year...or something and have to have the chairperson's approval. I'm in an ADN program and just started so I haven't...

  15. States that offer free nursing education in exchange for working with them

    lizv replied to idlasjm's topic in General Students

    how the rest of us pay for school. Loans. A lot of us aren't gifted scholarships/grants. You can take out federal loans that will pay interest if you qualify. As far as states that will pay for your...

  16. Saint Kates BSN program

    lizv replied to Kamrun's topic in General Students

    Just a heads up but I tried to apply to st. kates as an out of state applicant for their nursing program. When I talked to someone there, they told me that St. Kates has this thing where you have to...

  17. Do you think the job market for nurses will improve by the time you graduate?

    lizv replied to AtACrossRoads's topic in General Students

    I am so nervous to start an ADN program right now for fear of not having a job when I graduate. I really hope for all of us it won't be much of an issue!! I already have school loans from a previous...

  18. Any Good Books to Read Before Nursing School?

    lizv replied to fadedstars34's topic in General Students

    This book is great! I need to re-read it. :) I know a lot of med students are required to read this as well. I have a soft spot for this book because I am also

  19. Will I ever become a CRNA?

    lizv replied to oopymoss's topic in General Students

    Bachelors is a 4 year program, undergraduate. You have to have a BSN (most US programs require this, correct me if I'm wrong." Then u work in ICU for 2 years or so before you

  20. How many times did you apply before you got accepted?

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

    well it depends on where you want to go. In my area, Arkansas we do have a couple programs that are still accepting applications if you are willing to move to a whole new area and stomach the out of...

  21. How many times did you apply before you got accepted?

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

    this won't really answer your question but maybe you should consider applying to some not as popular, out of state programs? I applied last minute to a program ADN and got accepted because I was...

  22. Hiring new grad RN freeze

    lizv replied to lizv's topic in General Nursing

    Hi thanks for the reply. I've done my own soul-searching on my decision to go into nursing. I have my own reasons and I don't need to justify them here on this board to everyone. I think we have...

  23. Hiring new grad RN freeze

    lizv replied to lizv's topic in General Nursing

    I live in Arkansas, my parents whisked us away due to poor job opportunities and I have been stuck here for over 8 years. I am so ready to move out, live life, and explore! I have looked around for...

  24. Anyone heard from UMN-BSN or Century?

    lizv replied to waiting11's topic in General Nursing

    I applied for Fall 2010 at U of M- TC, don't think i'll get in but am hopeful anyways. They sent me an email to my u of m email and said that there were so many applicants it will be at the end of...

  25. UALR (ASN) Applicants

    lizv replied to ag.wade's topic in General Nursing

    awww good luck! They called me last week and told me they are selecting their last round of applicants, so I'm sure you should find out soon! ag.wade! Maybe I'll see you around if I do go. I'm...