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I've read several threads about people with degrees and established careers in another field completing their pre-reqs and applying for nursing schools. Most writers on these threads seem so excited about their career change and anticipate that they...

I've read on this site about accountants and social workers changing to the nursing field, but what about PT/OT/ST practitioners??? I began as a nursing student at 17, with the plan of becoming a NICU nurse. Academically I succeeded, but because I...

My daughter is in her mid-20s and is getting ready to move home so she can go back to school for nursing. She was originally going to do an ADN program, but wants to finish quickly so she can return to the metro Atlanta area (we are near Macon). So...

Your replies have really helped me, and I'm sure others will benefit too. I am also a pediatric OT and HouTx, you're right. When I work with an infant or toddler using balls and toys, I know that it just looks like I'm playing with them when reall...

OK so I'm halfway through the semester and liking the procedures lots more than the theory: nursing process, care plans and science-based content (like fluid/electrolyte balance and pharmaconutrition). I get the impression that we are expected to le...

Thanks for your replies! I'll let her know that it may not be an option to work L&D until she finishes her RN.

This is such a relevant topic for me! I am a 1st semester BSN student but am also a practicing occupational therapist x 13 yrs. I provide family education for the infants I serve on a daily basis, do inservice training for our nurses on infant feed...

Anyone out there applied for MSC BSN program for Fall 2011? I was wondering what the timeline is for receiving acceptances. From previous posts on this site, it looks like we may not hear anything until April, even though registration begins in Mar...

I got 100% on my presentation on this topic! Actually, writing about it in this thread helped me organize my thoughts, so thanks for asking about it! :)

I can help with this topic-- I am an OT and a BSN student. Muscle tone refers to the amount of resistance to stretch muscles have while at rest. Most of us, whether we're fitness trainers or couch potatoes have "normal" muscle tone, meaning our mus...

I'm jumping the gun because I am a BSN student, but I am trying to understand what an MSN-neonatal CNS is and if there are specific positions in NICUs for nurses with this degree. If so, what would be the general role and pay difference for the C...

I, too, am an older BSN student with 2 previous degrees. The last degree I completed was in an allied health profession. I currently work in an acute unit alongside nurses, earning a much higher salary. I won't begin my first nursing course until Jun...

Sharye, I must have missed your post-- I'm sorry! It seems that so many people have been rejected!! It is so sad that they do not interview and get to know all the candidates on a personal level. Everyone on this post is so articulate and enthusias...

I'm sorry dkwmom. You have a great attitude and that will take you as far in your profession and your life as you choose to go! :) Check with the office-- I don't know if they offer the programs in the same location for spring (In the past, they h...

I'm so sorry Lvance7. What an incredibly difficult process this is. But be proud of all that you've accomplished so far. You have met all the requirements for admission and are ready for your opportunity. You are doing the right thing to see your...

Congratulations hc123!!! To everyone else camping out at their mailboxes, may ALL the forces be with you!! :)

It doesn't surprise me that ASN letters have not gotten to you yet. I bet they avoid confusion and errors by waiting until after the seat reservation deadline for BSN, so they are not receiving reservations back for BSN and ASN at the same time. Sin...

Hi OT! Have you seen the area on this site dedicated to school nursing? Click on the "specialty" tag at the top of the page and go down to "nursing specialties." It's there among the options, listed alphabetically. :) I'm thinking you might h...

Good luck to you, too, Alpine Hiker. This thread has helped me too, and I hope it helps many others thinking about a transition to nursing. It seems that the majority of those who responded are glad they made the switch. I'll see you at the finish...

Since starting this post I received acceptance into a BSN program and have reserved my seat. :) Thank you so much for all the comments. I hope I feel as glad for this decision to expand my skills as many of you do, who have lived through nursing sc...

Terralynn, I know that some clinicals are held at MCCG, but I don't know where else we will be going. On page one of this thread calhoun mentioned a few places like the health department. I don't know where that is. I'm sure they will send us to a...

Congratulations Terralynn!! :yeah:I am so happy for you! It's really exciting (and scary too)!! I'll be doing the summer course because I don't need to be full time in the fall and an easier schedule will work better for me. They did post the date ...

Hi, Welcome dkwmom and lifeslilangel38! Dkwmom, I met an ASN student from MSC that only had a&p1 when she got accepted. I think anything is possible! Keep your hopes up and if it doesn't happen, consider the ASN and BSN for next time. If you...

Thank you Lvance7. I'm so sorry that you did not get the BSN, but I am keeping hopeful for you with the ASN. Those letters might be on their way sooner than you think. It seems like they announce their expected mailing dates as later than they rea...

Thanks, Terralyn!! Sometimes the mail I send to my CA family gets there quick and sometimes it takes a little longer... I wish it was more predictable. Also, some of you applied for both BSN and ASN programs. I don't know if that affects the sele...