HikingNinja BSN, MSN, DNP, RN, APRN, NP

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    No I wouldn't recommend nursing

    Wow. Very nicely put. I agree wholeheartedly. I understand where others are coming from in their posts. They want the future nurses of the world to have an accurate picture of what they are...
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    Advice for ancient alternative wannabe gypsy nurse

    Have you been exposed to nursing before? That would be my first question. I worked in a hospital for a couple of years as a psych tech/nurses aide. It was in that hospital seeing what nursing is...
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    TOO Old??? 41 1/2 years old

    My mom went back for her very first degree when she was in her late forties. I myself am 34 and returning to school. TOO OLD DOES NOT EXIST!!!! You are never to old to learn and grow as a person....
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    Which state is the most supportive of nursing?

    I think each state has its pros and cons. There are just so many variables to consider and one person's paradise is another's he**. Personally, I like the West Coast weather and Northern California...
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    Should I Quit??

    Did the school warn you that you were in danger of not passing the class? Did they give you a plan while you were in that class to improve your grade? Do you know why you didn't make the grade? If I...
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    I need advice!!!!PLZ!!!

    Go to one of the sticky's in this same forum that it about exploring nursing. It has some great sites listed that can anwer alot of basic questions. It also really helps to talk to an academic advisor...
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    CCSN Application points?

    Why don't you try sociology to up your gpa? It's fairly easy, kinda interesting, and also earns you 1 extra point I usually check instructors out on www.ratemyprofessors.com before I take them if...
  8. A diploma program is located in a hospital and leads to the diploma nurse degree (you can be an RN with this in most states). It's usually a 3 year program. But there are not many left. They are a...
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    scary scary thought.

    Yes, anyone can lose all they've worked for in a heart beat. Here's a non-nursing example. I have a friend who worked in law enforcement for many years. Very nice guy, well respected and liked. One...
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    CCSN Application points?

    I already have a BA too. I decided to apply to Nevada State College, Touro, and U. of Southern Nevada. Here's the time it takes to complete the degree: NSC - accelerated program (12 months), regular...
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    Wish me luck...TEAS test today

    Thanks. It's an RN program. Just got done with the TEAS a couple of hours ago. Scored 99th percentile national So I'm very happy right now. My chances just improved immensely on getting into my...
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    NET test...my stomach is in knots

    Good luck! I just took my TEAS. It's so much better now that it's over.
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    University of Southern Nevada

    I've applied to some other programs, but if I get an interview and like what I see at USN and they accept me I'll see you on August 20! Thanks for all the info. I have the algebra and a soc to do...
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    University of Southern Nevada

    What was your entrance GPA may I ask? I'm concerned because according to their calculations I only have a 3.33. When does the program in August start? Sorry for all the questions. I just don't...
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    Accelerated Programs!

    Actually, it might be better for you to look at all programs. Here's an example, we have several schools here in Nevada that conduct classes all year round. So at one school, a BSN will take...
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    How many schools are you applying to?

    Three schools, 4 programs. 1 18 month BSn 1 24 month entry MSN 1 24 month BSn 1 12 month Accelerated BSN I think I'll pull my hair out if I don't get into one of them.
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    Wasn't much of a student

    Every school is different in how they determine entrance GPA. For example, I've applied to several schools, at one they said my entrance GPA was 3.7 at another it is 3.33 and at the last its 2.5....
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    which schools did yall apply to?

    Nevada State College - applied to both their accelerated BSN and regular BSN program University of Southern Nevada - 18 month BSN Touro University - entry level MSN Won't find out until end of may...
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    UPDATE: Who is still waiting on 2007 acceptance?

    I've applied to three schools (4 programs - one school has both an accelerated and regular BSN program). I won't find out from any school until end of May early June. I've spent 3 years getting my...
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    Clep Tests

    That sounds like a horrific situation. I can't believe no one caught that sooner. As for CLEP, the CollegeBoard (they do AP, SAT's, and CLEP) actually keep your score on file permanently if you are...
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    University of Southern Nevada

    Did you apply anywhere else? Did you get a decision back yet from USN? I've applied there also, as well as at Nevada State. USN is expensive compared to the state schools but when I looked at who...
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    Nevada State College?

    Are you talking about Apollo? What was the orientation like? What is the cost? I couldn't find that info on their website and haven't gotten a chance to call. What are their prerequisites? Let...
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    Nevada State College?

    I actually took Chem 121 somewhere else and it was excruciatingly difficult. Now I'm wrapping up organic chem and have the most awesome teacher (Dr. Hansen). She goes really slow, explains everthing...
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    Nevada State College?

    Mike, I can see why they are having a problem now. They really need two fulltime professional advisors. In my experience professional advisors know alot more than instructors do about requirements,...
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    Nevada State College?

    Mike, I would love to be more understanding of their situation, and I don't mean to sound completely negative, but there just is no excuse for the way they conduct their advising. Before moving to LV...