Tommy2001

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  1. University of Michigan Adult Acute Care NP School??

    Tommy2001 replied to cardiacNP1020's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Rach, I was wondering if you would share your stats. I'm applying to their FNP program for May 2013 and was curious how competitive it is to get in. Are you from the area? I'm part of a research group...

  2. Eastern Michigan University BSN Traditional

    Tommy2001 replied to CasseyW's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Personally I can't imagine carrying a med dic or any reference for that matter in a clinical setting. Everyone uses smart phone apps epocrates is awesome and I can tell you we all benefit from it....

  3. Eastern Michigan University BSN Traditional

    Tommy2001 replied to CasseyW's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Cbrooks...lol..breathe. here is the lowdown regarding text books. At the end of the semester -------------- was working on a package deal through elsevier. My study partner swears by the ebook. I...

  4. Eastern Michigan University BSN Traditional

    Tommy2001 replied to CasseyW's topic in Michigan Nursing

    ATI .....is a killer. It is used in the calculation of your course grade for most of your classes. It depends on your Prof as to how much they weigh. when you guys get started you will get study...

  5. Eastern Michigan University BSN Traditional

    Tommy2001 replied to CasseyW's topic in Michigan Nursing

    cbrooks, Most of the prof's are ok with using an older edition....but I never did. I always wanted the most updated version do to any changes at all. They will use the most recent edition. So my...

  6. Eastern Michigan University BSN Traditional

    Tommy2001 replied to CasseyW's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Taking micro and DTC right now is a very smart move. I did the same and many in my clinical group didn't. They are in the classroom this summer and I'm working in the SICU making money and gaining...

  7. Eastern Michigan University BSN Traditional

    Tommy2001 replied to CasseyW's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hey everyone first congrats on your acceptance and welcome to EMU Nursing! My name is Tom I have been the President of EMU's SNA over this past year and now the VP of Michigan SNA. When I got my...

  8. ADN or BSN?

    Tommy2001 replied to Kimberly6891's topic in Michigan Nursing

    wendy, lol...i can appreciate your comparison of the debate having served eight years in the military. i agree with a lot of what you said but also believe some of it is skewed by your belief that you...

  9. Eastern Michigan University Accelerated BSN Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to MelBell2005's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Not a problem you've got my email just let me

  10. ADN or BSN?

    Tommy2001 replied to Kimberly6891's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Sounds like you guys are insecure with your two year degrees and assumptions. Detroit Mercy is known for taking U of M scraps. Two different worlds.

  11. ADN or BSN?

    Tommy2001 replied to Kimberly6891's topic in Michigan Nursing

    If an ADN was the "same level of education" then they would call it a BSN. A two year degree is the same as a four year degree???right...... This is the attitude of nurses who typically believe they...

  12. Eastern Michigan University Accelerated BSN Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to MelBell2005's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Mohi, Sorry to hear about that. Last year I was in your shoes. I remember reading my rejection letter over and over. I felt horrible and I thought I have a 4.0 what else do I need to prove? This is my...

  13. Eastern Michigan University Accelerated BSN Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to MelBell2005's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Mel, If you haven't taken any classes at EMU forget it. I tried last year with a 4.0 and didn't get in. I transfered to EMU and took the pre reqs over and got in for this Fall. If your not at EMU my...

  14. ADN or BSN?

    Tommy2001 replied to Kimberly6891's topic in Michigan Nursing

    This may be the case for you but not all. Sorry to seem harsh but it's offensive to me. Would you compare a person who has an AA in Business to a person who has a BS in Business? Of course not. Why do...

  15. ADN or BSN?

    Tommy2001 replied to Kimberly6891's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I did a lot of my pre reqs at WCCCD and went to an informational meeting there. I lasted 10 minutes and walked out. I transfered to a four year the next semester. I'm not saying I'm better than people...

  16. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Traditional Nursing Program Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I'll keep the good news rolling!! I got my acceptance letter to! Looking forward to meeting everyone! Awesome news

  17. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Traditional Nursing Program Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I know I'd like to know my future too. I want to just walk up in Marshall and ask to see the list! lol.. I think knowing the answer is coming makes things worse because it wasn't bothersome until I...

  18. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Traditional Nursing Program Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Well whatever they do I hope it's quick! All this anticipation is making nervous!! Email would be nice! or post a list outside Marshall! Well I guess it will be celebrating or crying in a day or

  19. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Traditional Nursing Program Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    That would be great. I'll let you know if I hear anything. Hopefully we'll be

  20. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Traditional Nursing Program Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Ya I had 145 I think if I remember right the cut off was 150. Either way I remember being five points short. I'm thinking its going to be at least the same this year just with fewer applicants. (my...

  21. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Traditional Nursing Program Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hey Brit, Crazy isn't it. Ya all my courses were transfers, so I re-took them at Eastern this past semester to get my points. I read my rejection letter like five times last year. I thought there was...

  22. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Traditional Nursing Program Fall 2011

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Last year we heard on the 11th. They sent everyone a letter. Last year I had a 4.0 all TEAS points and didn't get in. I took my pre reqs over at EMU this past winter and got A's again. I have done...

  23. Any Navy CRNA's out there?

    Tommy2001 replied to nilepoc's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    johanna, thanks so much for your insight! i have been thinking a lot about what you said. it makes complete sense to go active duty and continue the retirement clock let alone full benefits while...

  24. Any Navy CRNA's out there?

    Tommy2001 replied to nilepoc's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Johanna767, I was wondering if you'd answer a few questions for me. I am prior Navy of eight years enlisted. I seperated from the Navy to go to nursing school. I want to come back into the Navy as a...

  25. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) tradional nursing program

    Tommy2001 replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Well thanks I hope. If I hear anything I'll let you know. I did hear that we should know aroung the middle of the month. If you hear anything let me know! Maybe we'll be classmates come this