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  1. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    I have done all of my immunizations/titers, physical, BLS certification, drug/background screening. I checked over the reminder section at the NVC website and it seems like I have everything and I...

  2. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    The BLS class was very informative and quick. I'm glad I did that this week. I am getting all of my background and drug screening done this week also because I may be fairly busy the next month or so...

  3. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    I did not see a quiz on the website either, and I think it is from the previous semesters. I am not sure whether to do my background/drug screen already or wait till they update the information on the...

  4. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    Hi xsinshine! It shouldn't be too late for financial aid. I think NVC has a deadline of September. I submitted mine a few weeks ago and it was still good to go. I did most of my classes at NVC and...

  5. Prior Service w/disability rating. Will it be a factor for Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Hi Dana! Thank you and I will definitely keep your email if I have any questions. I like the option as a Federal Employee also. Especially of the duties and events that you mentioned. The main reason...

  6. Prior Service w/disability rating. Will it be a factor for Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you wibobr for your response. I will start on the ADN program this fall semester and I hope all will go well. I was looking into the Navy for their Nurse Corps once I go after my BSN, but thanks...

  7. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    Yeah, I know! An increase to $46 is a little intense. That is why I am saving as much as I can right now with my current job before I go as a fulltime student this August. I have always been working,...

  8. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    Hi dianah, Thank you for the heads up about the posting of names. I just want to say that I also use the same Ellen White quote on my signature block for my work emails. I thought it was great seeing...

  9. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    Hi xsinshine! I will do the same with the drug and background screenings once I download the handbook. The bookstore said the textbooks won't be available till about the first week of August. Let me...

  10. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    I have not started the Healthstream online, but will do that once I have my BSL and physical done in the next few weeks. Once the handbook becomes available, I will plan on getting my background...

  11. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    Hi chartreuse16! Great to hear from another classmate for the upcoming Fall semester! I emailed ------- and she said she will register all of us by Jun. 28th. Also, you should be fine with your...

  12. Napa ADN Fall 2012

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in California Nursing

    Hi xsinshine! It's great to hear another fellow classmate will be in the class with me this upcoming semester. I did all of my titers already and I am up to date with my immunizations. I will be done...

  13. Prior Service w/disability rating. Will it be a factor for Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you armyicurn! I appreciate the comment and the

  14. Prior Service w/disability rating. Will it be a factor for Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you Nurse2033 and Jeckrn for the suggestions! I spoke with a recruiter yesterday and they basically said the same thing. There should not be any problem getting back in the service if the...

  15. Leaving one career for another .... and nervous!

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to emergenceRN17's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Similar to the other comments, I would suggest to make sure you put your entire focus on becoming a nurse. I have been in IT for 9 yrs and have been working overseas supporting the government and the...

  16. 3 Months until NS starts.. What should i be doing!

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to niqua8604's topic in General Students

    I'm in the same position. I start in 3 months and I feel like I need to do something about it...I am fixing the house and making one of the bedrooms my official study room (not too cozy because I will...

  17. Patience pays off - Navy Nurse Corps

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to jrg127's topic in Government, Military

    That's awesome! I have a few friends who graduated with their BSN this month (yes, I admit it...I'm jealous), but they have been told to wait at least 6-8 months for the interview process with the...

  18. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    I know that it most likely is very competitive for the NCP program from RN-BSN. What is your recommendation to be eligible and be chosen out of the well qualified professionals when it is time for me...

  19. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 posted a topic in Government, Military

    Hello All, I was in the Marines for 4yrs and worked in Iraq and Afghanistan as contractor when I got out of the military (almost 4yrs in the desert). I am now in the process of a career change from a...

  20. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you deftonez188! I appreciate the timeline. By 2009 you already finished the ADN program at the CC correct? Congrats on graduating! You must be thrilled! I haven't looked much into what branch...

  21. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Thank jeckrn! I saw at the Army Reserves website that once you do have your ADN and pursuing a BSN that will take 6-24 months to complete, they have the SPECIALIZED TRAINING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM...

  22. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    thank you chudder! Exactly what I was looking for! I should definitely concentrate on my ADN before even thinking about the nurse corps. I wanted to see other options as far as financial help with...

  23. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Semper Fi ckh23! I am using my GI bill currently and will be using it for the ADN program. I will definitely concentrate on school and nursing school only without any distraction from work. My main...

  24. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Awesome! I will check out all of these options

  25. When should I start thinking about Nurse Corps?

    Mintyfreshness23 replied to Mintyfreshness23's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you very much! As reading the thread, I don't see much of an option to join any of the branches unless a BSN is met. I was hoping to have some financial help towards my goal as a RN. I know most...