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  1. Any one else applying right now

    leenak replied to canut's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    We are supposed to get a call so everytime the phone rings, I get nervous. We are supposed to hear at the end of February/early

  2. Planned Parenthood, Women's Health Issues, Nurses could rule the US

    leenak replied to Karen's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    There are some facilities that offer mammograms but they do provide breast exams and referrals to facilities that offer mammograms. I personally didn't realize how much a pain it was to get a...

  3. UMSON, Fall 2012...is NO ONE applying?! :) :)

    leenak replied to SB113's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Thanks for the info Grey Lady. It is good to hear that the clinicals are diverse and there are underserved opportunities. I also currently live in one of the more diverse areas of Montgomery county...

  4. BSN or BCBA

    leenak replied to SJennifer1's topic in General Students

    Do you currently have a BS/BA? It appears that BCBA are trained at the Masters level. If you don't have a BA/BS, you could always get a BSN then go into a BCBA program

  5. Any one else applying right now

    leenak replied to canut's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I applied to one school for the Fall. I'm scared I won't get in but I'm also scared that I will! So many changes will occur if I get in. If I don't though, I'll have to take a few more pre-reqs for...

  6. So discouraged and ready to quit

    leenak replied to leekaye's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Can you get your kids involved somewhat in your studying? For anatomy, I've also got my husband involved. I gave him my flashcards for the anatomical terms and had him quiz me by pointing to areas...

  7. So discouraged and ready to quit

    leenak replied to leekaye's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I loved micro. It felt like being a microbe detective

  8. So discouraged and ready to quit

    leenak replied to leekaye's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you need to memorize slides, there are a couple things you can do: 1) take a picture with camera/camera phone and review 2) Write down things that help you identify. Like bone looks like a tree or...

  9. Online courses for Psychology, Sociology, (maybe Speech?)

    leenak replied to Derringer's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took nutrition online but it was offered at the community college where I'm taking my other classes. Honestly, although the class was fairly easy, I really didn't enjoy it as much as the classes...

  10. How old is too old?

    leenak replied to Maryea's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I agree with Ruby. In 4 years from now, you will be 56 no matter what. I'm turning 37 this year and it is scary to go back to school but I think I need to do so for my own

  11. Summer Entry 2012 Accelerated BSN Johns Hopkins

    leenak replied to MarwaT's topic in Post Graduate Students

    UR - glad to see you liked it and congratulations on the apartment!I was perusing Craigslist last night and found some potentials although it is too early to look for me. It makes me feel better that...

  12. Is chemistry hard?

    leenak replied to Jfarmboy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took a year of chemistry as part of my BS. I did not think it was hard and kind of liked it. You will have formulas and such that require some math but it isn't too hard.It depends though, some...

  13. ADN or BSN?

    leenak replied to Stephens22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The advantages depend on your area and your interests. Right now, competition for jobs is tough and in many areas, a BSN may give you an advantage over an ADN as a new

  14. Does ANYBODY enter a traditional BSN program anymore?

    leenak replied to RN In FL's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Oh and as for career switchers, I have a BS and a MS in Computer Science. I've been working for the same company for 14 years. It is scary to give up a career but I can't imagine doing what I do now...

  15. Does ANYBODY enter a traditional BSN program anymore?

    leenak replied to RN In FL's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you are seeing TEAS scores, you are probably seeing traditional BSN students or ADN. Most second degree programs not require entrance

  16. Venting/Job Market

    leenak replied to Kmmo320's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry if you misunderstood me, I mean in general you should do what you want. I know it is frustrating to hear the job market is tough but if it is what you want to do, then go for

  17. Venting/Job Market

    leenak replied to Kmmo320's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The idea isn't to follow where you might think there are jobs but rather what you want to do. If nursing is what you want, then go for it. Physical therapy may be an option as well depending on what...

  18. getting a job with an ASN and a BA?

    leenak replied to ryanalice's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    As others have said, different areas are tough. I know someone who had a BA in psychology + ADN and it took her 9 months to get a part time job, full year for full time. On the other hand, I knew...

  19. Venting/Job Market

    leenak replied to Kmmo320's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The economy is tough all around but if you want to be a teacher, why not look into a teaching job? You might have to move but I know friends that are in teaching with no/little experience and they...

  20. pre-nursing school update

    leenak replied to Jfarmboy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Talk to your school financial aid department ASAP. Also, best tip I have is do your best in your classes and aim for

  21. prerequisites and second degree BSN program

    leenak replied to linn8's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You will have to ask the school to which you are applying. Some schools have a 5 year limit, some 10 year limit and some no

  22. Failed NCLEX 5 Times! Am I The Only One Who . . .

    leenak replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    I posted earlier but I think test anxiety may get you once, or even twice but beyond that it really must be something else or time to get help. I'd be all for 2 strikes and you need to take some...

  23. Failed NCLEX 5 Times! Am I The Only One Who . . .

    leenak replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    My husband (who went to law school) was telling me about a friend who finally passed the bar exam on the 3rd try. He told me that generally if you don't pass on the 3rd try then you are basically...

  24. A&P 1 Spring 2012 Check-in

    leenak replied to leenak's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Our lab and lecture is at the same point but that is because we skipped the chapters on cells and chemistry. It is kind of confusing because the lab exam is supposed to test on what is only in the...

  25. Nurses Masquerading As Doctors (INSULTING)

    leenak replied to djaychris's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I joke with my husband that I want to be called Doctor Nurse one day. Although I'm not sure I'd pursue a DNP if I had another choice but by the time I'm done with my BSN, I'm sure most of the NP...