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It was last Fall, 2006, when Aventura was closed (except for ER emergencies) by JCAHO. There were a few patients that had excessive restraints -- one patient eventually died while in restraints and being overdosed on Dilantin. I remember having my clinicals there on the telemetry and med-surg floors when JCAHO came before and after the incident. The nurses, esp. at that time, were swamped and burned out --- having to deal with 7-8 patients and JCAHO down their backs.... So yeah, I agree, no on Aventura.

Memorial Hospital Miramar is very nice --- new facility with advanced technology, all computer charting, and had 97% customer service satisfaction...or so they told us in orientation! Let me know if you want to apply. I'm also working at Memorial but at Memorial Regional Hospital's ICU. Great Benefits, $5000 sign-on bonus, additional $5000 for night shift, and more for referrals... Let me know if you're interested and I'll send you a referral number. -Roberta

I also had 4 or 5 "select all that apply". I also had ONE math question and one "exhibit" question (a table with lab values and cxr results). I also passed with 75 questions.

Also, remember MDC will likely start their BSN program in Spring '08. I'm just finishing my ADN here at MDC (5 more weeks to go!), and from what I heard from instructors, it will be more affordable for MDC students, especially if you're doing the RN-BSN program!

Hi, Remember applying to accel. can increase your chances of getting it aside from applying to the generic program. Remember, for accel., you still need to complete CHM1033 and MCB2010 before graduation. With the accel. program, it is VERY, VERY, VERY, HARD to do this with the class load, even in the generic program, people are having a hard time passing both nursing and co-reqs. If you decide to transfer to the generic program after being admitted, they won't let you transfer until you have taken CHM1033. Take chemistry, anyway. You need it for the BSN, which MDC was FINALLY APPROVED FOR (Spring '08)!!!!!:w00t:

Ltorres, I am going into the last semester at MDC. The classes are more intense than difficult (feels like we have an exam every week), but doable. For semester 3, about 6 out of 48 people failed in each sequence (12 total). It is difficult, but practicing NCLEX questions and most of all ATTENDING LECTURES is the key to passing. You'll get so much hand-s on learning through skills lab and clinical, that you might start counting the days until the end of your hospital rotation. As far as CHM1033/L is concerned, I'll send you a PM (I'm not sure if it's ok to mention names on this board.) Good luck with getting into MDC accelerated! The people who did stay in the accelerated program loved the experience (you get to borrow a free tablet PC for the year too).:wink2: -Bobbie

There are some people in both the generic and accelerated program in MDC with less than a 3.0. I know personally some students excelling (A's and B's) in nursing classes even though their B.A/B.S. grades were less than stellar. I advise you to apply for the accelerated -- it might be easier to get into MDC from there as the number of applicants to the accelerated are much less than to the generic program. I also recommend keeping up with your application by talking to administration in the nursing program about your situation. MDC will likely start a BSN program in '08, and it helps to know you're going to an affordable school and will be practically a shoe-in for their rn-bsn program. Hang in there. People will give up their spots for the program, GPA cut-offs also vary with each semester. I had a 2.53 UG gpa at one of the hardest universities in the country --- the pre-reqs only brought it up to a 3.42. However, I am now going into the last semester at MDC making mostly A's and only 2 B's (gpa 3.8). It can be done. There's more to an applicant than the GPA. There are people in the program who've never encountered a tough college course ever, yet had 4.0 GPAs in their pre-reqs. Some of these students have failed out of the program, barely passed some the lecture courses, and are constantly amazed by the academic rigor of a nursing course. Don't worry about getting in, you will eventually. The toughest part is staying in the program. Apply for the accelerated as well as the generic -- it opens more options for you. I did this and got accepted to the accelerated program. I later switched to generic full-time and haven't had problems since. -Bobbie Apr. '07

Hey, Hex! I used to be in the accelerated program at the same time as you, but switched to the generic one. What is the minimum passing rate you need for the ATI exam in order to graduate? I'm (hopefully) graduating in May.

(Risk for) Fluid Volume Deficit (Risk for) Impaired Skin Integrity Activity Intolerance Self-Care Deficit Risk for Constipation (due to immobility post-anesthesia) Risk for Falls (due to immobility post-anesthesia) Risk for Injury Impaired Physical Mobility

Hi, I am in my 3rd semester (out of 4) at MDC. It is an excellent, AFFORDABLE program! I was in the accelerated and decided the pace was too fast and switched to the generic program. It's only 4 months longer than the accelerated with the same degree (ADN). The teachers are dedicated to helping students and you get plenty of chances to choose the clinical sites you want. It's a good idea to also apply for scholarships at MDC because not many nursing students do and money accumulates at the end of the year due to lack of interest for them (again, it is an affordable school for those who need assistance in paying tuition and books). Also, not many people know this but MDC just got approved on the college level for a new BSN program and is now awaiting approval from the state. They're looking at offering the program in Fall/Spring of 2008. Even if you apply now for an earlier entry date, MDC students willl likely get offered seats for the BSN program. One last thing --- it's best to enter the program in the Fall then in the Spring. This way, you don't get stuck taking Med-Surg in the summer (which is killer). Hope this helps! :) Bobbie

Good luck, everyone! If you have any questions on any classes/professors, just PM me.

CONGRATULATIONS, EVERYONE!!! :balloons: I'm in the 2nd semester (Med-Surg) at Medical Campus and I can tell you, it's HARD, but worth it! MDC's NCLEX passing rate has jumped last year and they will prepare you very well!!! Fundamentals, Pharm.Math, Skills, and Clinical aren't too difficult in the first semester, just remember to read the chapters AND the power point slides, try not to procrastinate at the end, and keep up good grade BEFORE finals so you don't stress yourself out, but most of all, ENJOY your time at MDC! The months will fly by!!! (...Off to finish my careplans...) -Roberta

What's the program?? I wish I knew a program to help me with tuition! I'm currently a MDC student and I switched from accelerated to generic this january. Still difficult, but not as fast as accelerated! :uhoh21:

Miami Dade College is also starting a BSN program in 2007.

Miami Dade College has an accelerated ADN program (1 year) and a typical full-time program (16 months). I attend MDC with a previous bachelor's in psychology. The pre-requisite list for applicants with a bachelor's degree is short. hope this helps, bobbie

Actually, for the second part of the question the blood remaining is not 200 ml. But 237mL. Blood already infused (mL) = {infusion rate (13gtt/min) x 15 min (time elapsed)} / 15 gtt/mL = 13 mL 250mL -13mL = 237 mL (blood remaining) 50 mL is the amount that would infuse in 1 hour, not 15 minutes. 237ml/2.75hr (amount to be given) x 1hr/60min (time conversion factor) x 15gtts/1ml (drop factor of tubing) = 3555gtt/165min, and simplifying further and rounding, = 22 gtt/min. Hope this helps! :)

there's a technical school down the street from miami dade medical campus called lindsey hopkins tehnical education center. it is on 20th street and nw 7th avenue. both miami dade college -- medical campus and lindsey hopkins offer the lpn program. here is a link to the lpn requirements/details at lindsey hopkins: http://lindsey.dadeschools.net/practical_nurse.htm lindsey hopkins technical education center began to offer the practical nursing program in the 1940s. our program has a deep tradition of providing quality education to prepare a safe, ethical, and highly qualified practical nurse. miami-dade county public schools practical nursing program is endorsed by the florida state board of nursing; and accredited by the national league for nursing accreditation commission (nlnac). graduates must pass the written examination from the national council of state boards of nursing (nclex-pn) to be licensed. our program has a 90% board pass rate. licensed practical nurses’ salaries range from $15 to $21 per/hour resident vocational certificate (psav)................................... $1.71/hour non-resident vocational certificate................................ $6.83/hour resident continuing workforce education................ $3.41/hour non-resident continuing workforce education................ $3.41/hour identification badges (per trimester).................. $2.00 first-time vocational student application fee………..$15.00 other fees/costs other fees/costs such as laboratory, textbooks, tools and uniforms vary according to the program. from what it says on the web, here are the prequisites: entrance/clinical needs: · high school diploma or general education diploma (ged) ·basic skills test ·entrance test · attend orientation · complete physical assessment and program paperwork prior to entrance length of program: 1350 hours or approximately 14 1/2 months time: day classroom hours 8:00 am – 2:30 pm. clinical hours 6:45 am. – 1:15 pm evening classroom and clinical hours 5:00 - 11:00 pm --------------------------------------------------------- hope this helps! -roberta

My GPA was lower than what people might think you need to get into MDC. I'm not sure what it was exactly when I submitted by application, but it was around a 3.3~3.5. It helped to do well in the sciences, and they also look at each application individually.

Hello Miamimom! From what I remember, you need the Hep.B, Varicella (vaccine and titer), MMR (vaccine and titer), TB skin test and tetorifice shot. The titers are to show that you currently are not affected by the disease and you need to show a lab report for the titers (apparently, more hospitals in Miami are requiring this from students in clinicals). You could get them at any private clinic with a doctor (you need a physical examination too), or ask your general practice doctor. You also need to get CPR certification -- which is valid for 2 years. Hope this helps, Roberta

Yes, you have to have all your pre-reqs done before applying. I found out in early November, and the deadline is September 1st. The generic option should definitely be looked at. If I ever feel overwhelmed in the accelerated option, I would try the generic. :) It was a relief hearing the nursing administrators say that there's always an option and to not feel like it's the end of the world -- there's only a 4-month difference between the two.

Hi pnayfl, I just got accepted into the accelerate nursing program for Jan. 2006 at Miami Dade. We had orientation this week. It does NOT having waiting list and they're now extending the accelerated program to accept people in the fall as well! A good GPA is a requirement, but don't let that deter you from applying. I've talked to a few people who were accepted who had lower GPAs than what people assume that's needed. Also, they told us that they hand-select who gets accepted to the program. They have scholarships that you can apply for if you don't qualify for financial aid, but their tuition is ridiculously low anyway (under $3000 for the entire program-- excluding pre-reqs). You also have the option of switching to the Generic program if the accelerated option is too much for you -- the generic being 16 months long and the accelerated option being only 12 months). I was very discouraged before applying at Miami-Dade, thinking I wouldn't be accepted, but here I am getting my nursing supplies. :chuckle It doesn't hurt to apply to all options -- you never know. :)