Devon Rex ADN, BSN

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  1. Devon Rex

    Programs With No Pre-Reqs (Or no expiration date)

    Devon Rex replied to flocarmody's topic in School, College Programs

    The more I think about it, I agree with Verene's
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    Programs With No Pre-Reqs (Or no expiration date)

    Devon Rex replied to flocarmody's topic in School, College Programs

    Hello, I am going to go out on a limb to say that Yale has such a flexible program because (1) it's an Ivy League school, and (2) their tuition cost is very large just because. Not many people will...
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    Does the school matter?

    Devon Rex replied to Ladydaae's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello! 1) Employers really do not care where you graduate from, unless you graduate from an Ivy League school... and THAT... still depends on the employer. I would FIRST worry about the school you...
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    My Cousin is throwing insults because I'm taking too long to finish nursing

    Devon Rex replied to Wannabenurseneko's topic in General Students

    Hello, Concentrate your conversations on what unites you as a family... schooling and boyfriends are obviously not suitable topics. Politely tell her you do not want to argue and prefer to talk about...
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    CCBC pre reqs

    Devon Rex replied to stassi's topic in School, College Programs

    Hello! 1) You can find student comments about their professors at "Ratemyprofessor.com". However, there are a lot of disgruntled students that exaggerate or misrepresent the facts of their...
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    Current Nursing Mentor- Ask my Anything

    Devon Rex replied to Mikethetutor's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello! Is there any position in a Coroner's office fit for a nurse? Would a master's degree in Forensic Nursing open that door?
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    Who to get a letter of recommendation from?

    Devon Rex replied to mylongestyeahboyever's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, Letters of recommendations can be from former employers or teachers. If you have a 4.0 GPA from high school, I'm sure any of those teachers would be happy to draft you a LOR. Also, do not...
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    Anatomy and physiology for my summer course

    Devon Rex replied to Nurse_in the Making's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, If you are sustaining an A in A&P1, you should be able to continue to succeed with A&P2 in the same school... as long as you keep up with the same level of dedication. Do not stress...
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    Volunteer at the hospital

    Devon Rex replied to happiness_love's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, Volunteering is a noble and honorable way of assisting others. So, if you have the time, I encourage it. I started out in the healthcare field as a volunteer at my local hospital and loved...
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    TN Dismissed from School (TN) any new path to BSN?

    Devon Rex replied to morenurse's topic in General Students

    Hello, They are not going to change their mind, so go to a different school when your health is stable and start over with the core classes. Best
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    got the flu twice in 1 month!

    Devon Rex replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    Hello! Try Dayquil ...or... Dayquil HBP (if you have high blood pressure) However, do follow the recommendations found in: Vicks DayQuil
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    my capstone ideas -would appreciate feedback please

    Devon Rex replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    Hello! Here are my comments: 1. Foley catheter in every heart failure pt who comes in, to more accurately monitor I&O's. This would be hard to implement, but it was one of the preceptor's ideas....
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    Sample Letter Of Recommendation PLZ

    Devon Rex replied to jazzytee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, There are plenty of examples on the internet. Just do not embellish.
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    Did anyone applied to Mount Saint Mary's University (MSMU) one in LA? for TBSN program

    Devon Rex replied to vian07's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi there! Good luck on your Kaplan exam on Friday! With regard to the passing rate... A low nursing program passing grade is not necessarily a bad rate for the school, but could signal a difficulty...
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    Lonestar nursing admission steps

    Devon Rex replied to Annehle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi there! Just concentrate on completing the prerequisites that you need for the institution of your choice. No need to go beyond that. If you end up going for a BSN at a later time, you might find...
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    Social Worker to Psych NP - Help!

    Devon Rex replied to MSSAnurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, Have you tried applying for a Psychiatric Social Worker position yet? If not, I recommend you do and get some experience before you endeavor into investing on an NP degree. I worked in a...
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    Wanna-be nursing student

    Devon Rex replied to christineNM's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, What do you mean by a low GPA? Is it lower than 3.0? If so, contact your local schools to ask if they consider all of your credits for entrance, or just the credits they require. It is best to...
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    Houston Nursing School Questions

    Devon Rex replied to Futurenurse0727's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, Each institution will definitely look at what they require (as prerequisite); beyond that, it's anybody's guess unless you ask the Admission's
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    Should I withdraw from psychology? Please, help

    Devon Rex replied to Katya85's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello! When I took Psychology online, it was only 2 exams based on the textbook. No lectures, no quizzes, no papers, no discussion questions... just two exams: the midterm and the final. I must say...
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    Anyone fail Nursing School and start again at a different school? Or am I the only one?

    Devon Rex replied to Ame_0818's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, I had a peer student who failed in the last semester and had to start all over again. He decided to go to the same school and he made it through the second time... so it is possible! Nursing...
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    Over complicating this or no?

    Devon Rex replied to LorraineC's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi LorraineC, Concentrate on fulfilling the pre-reqs for the nursing program of your choice. Pharmacology and pathophysiology are integrated in the nursing core classes, so it would be a waste of...
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    Kind of nervous about practicum

    Devon Rex replied to mdiada's topic in General Students

    Hello, Calm down. You will still have a preceptor beside you. Ask questions when needed and/or talk your way through a process with your preceptor the first time you do something. This will clarify...
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    After nursing school

    Devon Rex replied to meredithabridges's topic in General Students

    Hello, I agree with what FutureNurseInfo said. Also, ensure your resume looks professional, organized, and updated. If you use social media, ensure it is free from posts that could otherwise tarnish...
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    former nursing student and wanting to finish nursing degree

    Devon Rex replied to carlarenee02's topic in General Students

    Hello! I would recommend to go for the ADN program at a community college (as opposed to the bachelor's degree). This will save you time and money. No reason to go beyond that, unless you want to...
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    Nursing essay opinions! .. not finsished yet

    Devon Rex replied to helper2018's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello helper2018, I can tell you will be a wonderful caring nurse. I am moved by everything you have said here. Nursing school will be challenging, but keep yourself organized and know that stress...