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  1. I got in to nursing school! Now overwhelmed with stress

    TheDreamJourney replied to such_sweet_sorrow's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I feel the same way as you. I got into an Accelerated BSN program and will be starting in January. I am really excited to start but I am also worried about how I will be paying for school. So far...

  2. Planning to get RN, should I get my BSN?

    TheDreamJourney replied to TiffCNA's topic in General Nursing

    Hello, my life sounds a little similar to yours. I going to become a Certified Nurses Aid in 2 weeks and will start working at a nursing home, hopefully sooner than later. However, I have a BA in...

  3. Advice needed on continuing school

    TheDreamJourney replied to alby_dangle's topic in General Nursing

    I am in a similar situation as you. I have taken out a lot of loans for my BA in psychology but I am changing my career to nursing. However, I didn't know whether I should go for accelerated BSN or...

  4. Questions about Nursing School!

    TheDreamJourney replied to jsable28's topic in General Nursing

    My first time around I was also trusting students who were my lab partners and they acted as if we were all a team. And all they did was waste my time. They are one of the reasons I failed anat pt 2...

  5. Questions about Nursing School!

    TheDreamJourney replied to jsable28's topic in General Nursing

    Hey! I agree with some comments made above that everyone learns differently. As for me, I know EXACTLY what you are going through. I took Micro twice and Anatomy pt 2 twice as well. These...

  6. Should I apply to both BSN & accelerated BSN programs?

    TheDreamJourney replied to NM117's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    hey there! I'm from NJ and also applying to accelerated programs. I have a 3.4 GPA and have a mixture of A's, B's and one C for the pre-reqs. I applied to NYU and I didn't get in. My advice to you...

  7. Room 827 - Nursing Ghost Story Article

    TheDreamJourney replied to danegerous's topic in General Nursing

    Enjoyed the story about the little girl and cleaning lady!! very spooky and fun

  8. Confused.. Certification needed for LTC but not Hospital??

    TheDreamJourney replied to mamaxmaria's topic in General Nursing

    Hi there! I'm from NJ as well and taking the classes for CNA. You need 90 hours. You need lecture, clinical skills, and volunteer hours in a nursing home to take the test for CNA. There are 2...

  9. Please help!! Shy CNA student

    TheDreamJourney posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello Everyone!! I'm 23 years old and today is my second day at my CNA course. We have been doing only clinicals b/c the books haven't arrived yet and this class has made me realize how shy I am!...

  10. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

    TheDreamJourney replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    I think it can go either way. For example, if the patient only speaks English then they would be comfortable with a nurse who speaks clear English. However, if the patient speaks spanish, he will...

  11. Should I be a Certified Nursing Assistant?

    TheDreamJourney posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hi Everyone! I need some advice from CNAs. I have a BA in Psychology; however, I have decided to go back to school for an Accelerated Nursing program (ABSN). I applied to nursing schools and if I...

  12. Should I be a Certified Nursing Assistant?

    TheDreamJourney replied to TheDreamJourney's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You're absolutely right. I was thinking about getting a full time job as a CNA after I get certified. I'm going back to school for nursing as a second career and I really need to be 100 percent sure...

  13. Do I Have What it Takes To Be a Nurse?

    TheDreamJourney replied to sincerelyjane's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't provide your old transcripts. That's the past and now you are a different woman. I have a friend who went through the same exact thing. She didn't provide her past transcripts ( of when she...

  14. Should I be a Certified Nursing Assistant?

    TheDreamJourney replied to TheDreamJourney's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Yes, my program for CNA is so expensive. I was really surprised and taken back by the cost of this program. I think it's expensive because the agency helps you find employment afterwards and because...

  15. Waitlisted? Rejected? NEVER Give Up!

    TheDreamJourney replied to PacoUSA's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You are absolutely right. No one should ever give up on their childhood dreams. I am still trying to get accepted into a nursing program. Sometimes I feel like giving up but I can't see myself...

  16. Should I be a Certified Nursing Assistant?

    TheDreamJourney replied to TheDreamJourney's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thanks for clearing that up for me I will definitely look into the

  17. Should I be a Certified Nursing Assistant?

    TheDreamJourney replied to TheDreamJourney's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hey thanks for your replies! :yeah:I think I do an okay job budgeting my time. I was thinking about working as a CNA in the weekends once I start the ABSN program but I don't know if it will be too...

  18. Holy Name Hospital vs Christ Hospital Nursing Program

    TheDreamJourney replied to TheDreamJourney's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    thanks a lot! Check your email

  19. Holy Name Hospital vs Christ Hospital Nursing Program

    TheDreamJourney replied to TheDreamJourney's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hey thanks for your reply! I had orginally wanted to apply to the ABSN programs in NJ but I got discouraged when NYU's ABSN program didn't accept me. My gpa for psychology is a 3.4 and I finished and...

  20. Accelerated BSN program vs 'regular' BSN program?

    TheDreamJourney replied to aheadofthegame's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you should try getting into an accelerated BSN program first...you can finish your degree in 12 or 15 months and it will be quick. But make sure you take the pre-requisite classes before you...

  21. What are the pre-reqs for your Nursing Program

    TheDreamJourney replied to guiltysins's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Developmental Psychology, Sociology, Chemistry w/ lab, Microbiology w/lab,Anatomy & Physiology I and II (both with lab), English I and II, and college algebra...but it really varies depending what...

  22. Holy Name Hospital vs Christ Hospital Nursing Program

    TheDreamJourney replied to TheDreamJourney's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hey thanks for your reply! :) I did some research and I read really good reviews on Christ Hospital School of Nursing. I already finished all my pre-requisite courses. So,I'm thinking about applying...

  23. I think I made the wrong decision....:(

    TheDreamJourney replied to iwanttobeanurse1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Honestly, I think that you should stick to nursing. I was in your same shoes when I was a senior in HS and decided to change my major to psychology/criminal justice which was a big mistake. Now I...