Devon Rex ADN, BSN

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  1. Devon Rex

    Best route to PMHNP? BSN needed?

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

    Hello, It seems to me you should take one goal (degree) at a time. After all, you just said that you "really never had an absolute idea of what I wanted to do". It also depends on what kind of...
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    How do I select a college?

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

    Hello Amberjones, First... congratulations on being so proactive with your college plans. Second... "How do I select a college?" I recommend starting by searching accredited nursing schools. You...
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    BS to Accelerated RN Program

    Devon Rex replied to Mscastor24's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, 40 is not late. I graduated from nursing school at 43 and had many fellow students around my age +/- and one in his 60s. So you're just fine. A&P, Microbiology, and Chemistry cover a lot...
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    Opinions! Which direction??

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

    Hello, You are addressing several issues on your post. I'm going to try to answer them as best I can. General education classes are transferable from one institution to another. Generally speaking,...
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    Anyone work for Seminole county jail/prison in Sanford, FL?

    Devon Rex replied to Salisburynurse's topic in Correctional

    Hello, I worked at the Seminole County jail a couple of years ago. Their screening process is very thorough, that's why it takes a while. However, they have great benefits. Their schedule is setup...
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    Think I have a chance?

    Devon Rex replied to missnursingstudent19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Oh my goodness! Yes! And if they don't let you in... it's their loss. You have awesome scores! If not there, move on to the next college. Let not that stop you from pursuing your
  7. Devon Rex

    Housing

    Devon Rex replied to Ephrata's topic in General Students

    Hello, That's a difficult question to answer as people have a variety of experiences. It could turn out to be the best or the worst decision. I like stability, so I would recommend to stick with...
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    Is Nccc 2 year associate degree possible in 2 years

    Devon Rex replied to Rn mom of rn student's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Hello, Why is she in such a hurry? It is best to follow the program at a pace one can handle. As you know, nursing school is stressful as it is. If I was her, I would not be concerned about how...
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    BSN online with clinical component

    Devon Rex replied to MSNMPHPhdNMD's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hello, I would start by searching accredited programs: American Association of Colleges of Nursing | Find Accredited Programs Since you have a PhD, I'm sure you can take the research from
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    Uta online rn/bsn fast track program

    Devon Rex replied to Ccooper74's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hello Ccooper74, I'm not from Texas, but I took a quick glance of their requirements... http://academicpartnerships.uta.edu/documents/Nursing_BSN_Flyer_2011.pdf I have never heard of any institution...
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    Discouraged need advice

    Devon Rex replied to jones532's topic in General Students

    Hello jones532, Do you really want to become a nurse? If so, do not give up! Freshen up on your math skills... you have free online access to Khan Academy tutorials. Khan Academy Concentrate on...
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    Getting into an absn with a ~2.75 gpa?

    Devon Rex replied to kvb7's topic in General Students

    Hello kvb7, The first step I always recommend to people is to ensure the institution is accredited appropriately. Search for all programs in your State on this website... American Association of...
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    Problems with Frostburg's RN-BSN program

    Devon Rex replied to CNL-no's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Chris, That's a real shame for them , but karma will bite them in the rear sooner or later . If not here on earth, it will be on their judgment day. I went into nursing school at 43, hispanic, gay...
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    Problems with Frostburg's RN-BSN program

    Devon Rex replied to CNL-no's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Chris. I am not a lawyer, but if I were you, these are the steps I would follow: 1) Contact your professor to obtain the [evaluated] rubric from this class NURS-495. 2) If the professor...
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    Nursing school with prerequisites included

    Devon Rex replied to 0012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello again, I went to Herzing for the Associates of Science in Nursing degree. It was grueling. Although nursing school is, it didn't help that at the time they had a revolving door of professors...
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    Affording student loans for nursing - single mom

    Devon Rex replied to Raechel Frant's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hello! It is commendable that you are determined to go to school, work, and be a mom at the same time. It is definitely a tough journey. On the things you have addressed: 1) When you decide which...
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    Nursing school with prerequisites included

    Devon Rex replied to 0012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello! I'm a Herzing Alumni from Winter Park, FL. Prerequisite credit courses are transferable to/from any accredited institution. The nursing core classes are not. Once you start your core...
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    holidays... sick call...

    Devon Rex replied to imsickagain's topic in General Nursing

    The Nursing profession is altruistic in nature. :) If you are not willing to make sacrifices, perhaps this is not the right career for you. The reason they did not schedule you last year is because...
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    Problems with Frostburg's RN-BSN program

    Devon Rex replied to CNL-no's topic in School, College Programs

    Hello, You have addressed several issues here. The one that concerns me the most is what I have quoted above because you have the right to disclosure. It is guaranteed by FERPA and it is in your...
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    Want to do online classes

    Devon Rex replied to Macdeddy05's topic in General Nursing

    Hello Macdeddy05, Going from LPN to BSN is quite a journey. First, let's make a distinction... LPN is a license, so it's RN. The Associates of Science in Nursing (ASN) and Bachelor of Science in...
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    RN Renewal question

    Devon Rex replied to EDRNBSN2011's topic in General Nursing

    Glad to hear it worked
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    RN Renewal question

    Devon Rex replied to EDRNBSN2011's topic in General Nursing

    I'm confused, if you changed your name 2 years ago... 1) When did you take your CEs? 2) Why would your CEs still have your maiden name? 3) When did you renew your
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    Pre printed Dr. order form yucks

    Devon Rex replied to brownbook's topic in Nursing Humor

    NEVER, EVER... sign a form without reading it first or already know what's in it !!! They make you sign them because they are important and legally binding. By signing you agree to follow what they...
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    RN Renewal question

    Devon Rex replied to EDRNBSN2011's topic in General Nursing

    Hello! There is only one way to find out... call them to verify if you took the right steps in the right order. Sorry I could not be of more
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    Finally able to go to school

    Devon Rex replied to makingprogress's topic in Men in Nursing

    Hello! First of all... my deepest condolences about your mom. I hope her memory will help you get through school and know she will be smiling for you. And, yes, she is proud of you. Do not beat...